Grief after losing someone close is deeply painful and affects every part of life, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Feelings like shock, anger, sadness, guilt, and anxiety are common and can feel overwhelming. While family and friends can help, it’s not always easy to share openly when they are grieving too.
Counselling offers a safe, non-judgmental space to express emotions and process loss at your own pace. It doesn’t rush the journey, it supports you in your own way and time.
2wish provides funded one-to-one counselling with qualified, BACP-registered counsellors experienced in bereavement and trauma. Support is available for individuals, couples and young people. Counselling can be offered in person, by phone, or via instant messaging.
All counsellors follow strict BACP guidelines.
For more information, visit www.bacp.co.uk.
Play Therapy uses play and creative techniques to help children process emotions and cope with difficult experiences. It offers a safe space for children aged 4–12 who have been affected by the sudden death of a young person. Through play, children can explore feelings and begin to make sense of their loss in a supportive environment. All our Play Therapists are BAPT-registered and follow strict professional guidelines. For more information, visit www.bapt.info.
Talking to Children
Explaining death to a child can feel overwhelming. Children grieve differently, moving between sadness and everyday life. One moment they may cry, the next they ask what’s for tea. This doesn’t mean they care less, it’s simply how they process grief.
When children ask questions, start by asking what they think and build from there. Use clear, simple language like “died” or “dead” rather than phrases such as “lost” or “passed away” to avoid confusion and help them understand.
Grief can feel impossible to express, and sometimes talking isn’t enough. Complementary therapies offer a gentle way to ease stress and restore balance. At 2wish, we provide reflexology and aromatherapy massage, either on their own or alongside counselling. Both are proven to calm, soothe, and help with anxiety, tension, and insomnia.
A variety of monthly events are held over the year. These are tailored for Mums, Dads, siblings and families. The events offer the opportunity to enjoy new experiences whilst coming together with others who understand the journey of a bereaved person.
Tŷ Uchaf is a beautiful respite cottage situated just south of Caernarfon in North Wales, less than 30m from the beach. The cottage is available for families, professionals, and others to have quality time away to rest, reflect or reconnect.
Guests can choose to engage in local attractions, or simply appreciate the natural beauty of their surroundings, spending quality time with loved ones or much needed time alone.
2wish Head Office
Unit 3, Sovereign Court
Sterling Drive
Llantrisant
Rhondda-Cynon-Taff
CF72 8YX
