Support Services
Counselling & Grief Support
We work alongside fully qualified bereavement counsellors who provide 1-to-1 or couples counselling, in person or on Zoom — completely free of charge.
At Baby Loss Retreat, counselling is an effective way of supporting individuals after the loss of a baby. It provides an opportunity to talk about your emotions in a safe, non-judgemental space — with someone who truly understands.
Whether you have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal loss, TFMR, or IVF loss, our counsellors are here for you — as an individual, a couple, or a family.
Emotional Support & Validation
Provides a safe space to express and work through intense emotions such as sadness, anger, guilt, and confusion.
Normalises feelings — bereaved families often feel isolated or misunderstood. Our counsellors validate your grief and help give you tools to be able to support you through your grief.
Mental Health Benefits
Reduces the risk of complicated grief or depression by guiding healthy coping strategies before grief becomes overwhelming.
Helps process trauma — baby loss can be traumatic, especially when sudden or involving medical complications. Counselling can reduce PTSD symptoms and support healing.
Family Dynamics & Communication
Improves communication within the family — different members may grieve differently, and counselling helps build understanding and avoid conflict.
Supports partners individually and together, helping both people navigate their unique grief journeys side by side.
Coping Strategies & Healing
Teaches practical techniques like mindfulness, relaxation, and journaling to help manage overwhelming emotions day to day.
Encourages hope and healing — while the loss is permanent, counselling helps families find ways to carry their baby's memory forward with love.
Make a Referral
Please contact Baby Loss Retreat to make a referral to one of our counsellors. We're here and ready to help.