Grief is a reflection of love, attachment and meaning. When something important changes or is lost, it is natural that we need time and support to adjust.

Leinanõustamine ja emotsionaalne tugi kaotuse ja leinaga toimetulekuks

Any loss can be grief

Grief does not only arise from the death of a loved one. Grief is a natural response when we lose something or someone that has been important to us.

It is worth turning to a grief counsellor when you experience:

Prolonged or complicated grief

When time has passed since the loss but the pain is still intense, daily life is disrupted or you feel alone with your feelings — grief counselling offers understanding, support and the possibility to move forward step by step.

Loss of a loved one or a relationship

Whether through death, divorce, a relationship breakdown or a change in family ties — if you feel deep sadness, anger, guilt or emptiness that does not ease, grief counselling helps to work through these feelings safely.

Loss of health, role or sense of security

A medical diagnosis, job loss, change of home or another major life change can create uncertainty and an identity crisis. If you feel out of balance and can no longer find solid ground, this too is grief.

Grief is a natural response to loss. Every person's grief is different and unique. Some experience deep sadness, others anger, guilt or emptiness. All of these feelings are allowed. What matters is noticing when grief becomes so heavy that coping with daily life becomes difficult and it is time to seek professional support.

You feel alone with your grief

Your loved ones do not understand you or you do not dare to share your feelings — you need a safe and non-judgmental space to work through your loss.
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It is difficult to talk about the loss

You have lost a loved one (death, miscarriage, end of a relationship) and feel deep sadness, emptiness, anger or guilt that does not ease with time.

Grief is disrupting daily life

Sleep is disturbed, concentration is difficult, work capacity has declined or you feel constant anxiety, hopelessness or emotional numbness.

Seeking help is not a sign of weakness — it is a sign of courage

In difficult moments we tend to withdraw and try to cope alone. In reality, conscious and timely support helps ease suffering and prevent a deeper crisis from developing.

Grief and crisis can bring recurring thoughts: “Could I have done something differently?” or “Why did this happen to me?” Counselling helps to work through these thoughts safely, understand your feelings and reduce inner tension and anxiety.

Reduce anxiety and guilt

Prolonged sadness, hopelessness and lack of motivation can lead to a deeper low mood. A supportive conversation helps notice early signs, maintain connection with oneself and prevent the situation from worsening.
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Prevent depression from deepening

Loss and stress often affect sleep, memory and daily coping. When thoughts circle endlessly or the body is in constant tension, the whole quality of life suffers. Counselling helps restore inner balance and find calm.

Improve sleep and concentration

Loss changes life permanently. Although the past cannot be changed, it is possible to learn to live in a new reality and find new meaning, strength and direction in your experience.

Create new meaning after loss

What is peer counselling?

Peer counselling is based on personal lived experience and training. This means the counsellor understands you not only through theory but also through personal experience.

Psühholoogiline tugi inimesele, kes kogeb leina või kaotust

Sessions take place privately and confidentially — either in person or as online counselling across Estonia.

Where do sessions take place?

In Tallinn at Narva mnt 7

Online as remote counselling

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The difference between peer counselling and a psychologist consultation

It is important to note that peer counselling does not replace therapeutic help. Peer counselling is not a therapeutic or counselling process in the classical sense. Rather, it is an opportunity to receive support from people who have gone through similar emotional, psychological or life-changing events. Peer counsellors openly share their personal stories of how they have coped with difficulties and challenges, and can offer practical advice and perspectives.

Toetus pikaajalise või keerulise leinaga toimetulekuks

Seeking help during grief does not mean you cannot cope — it means you care about your wellbeing and give yourself the chance to heal safely and with support.

Grief Counselling
with Peer Support

Kirke Kirs is a peer counsellor whose work focuses on grief counselling and providing psychological support to those who are grieving. She gained her knowledge and skills at the Loov Ruum training centre, specialising in offering emotional and mental support related to grief. Her approach is based on deep empathy and practical counselling methods that help those who are grieving cope with the complex emotions that accompany loss. Personal experience of losing a loved one at a young age has given Kirke a deep understanding of the individual nature of the grieving process.

Leinanõustamine Tallinnas Heaolu Keskuse vastuvõtul

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Grief Counselling with Peer Support

Grief is a reflection of love, attachment and meaning. When something important changes or is lost, it is natural that we need time and support to adjust.

Any loss can be grief

It is worth turning to a grief counsellor when you experience:

Prolonged or complicated grief

Loss of a loved one or a relationship

Loss of health, role or sense of security

You feel alone with your grief

It is difficult to talk about the loss

Grief is disrupting daily life

Seeking help is not a sign of weakness — it is a sign of courage

Reduce anxiety and guilt

Prevent depression from deepening

Improve sleep and concentration

Create new meaning after loss

What is peer counselling?

Sessions take place privately and confidentially — either in person or as online counselling across Estonia.

Where do sessions take place?

In Tallinn at Narva mnt 7

Online as remote counselling

Book an appointment

Book an appointment

The difference between peer counselling and a psychologist consultation

Seeking help during grief does not mean you cannot cope — it means you care about your wellbeing and give yourself the chance to heal safely and with support.

Grief Counselling
with Peer Support

Peer Counsellor

Monika Hatto