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6 weeks - Psycoeducational Creative Grief
Support Group
Grief can feel overwhelming, isolating, and difficult to put into words.
This 6-week psychoeducational and creative grief support group offers a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your grief, connect with others who understand, and discover meaningful ways to navigate life after loss.
Over six weekly sessions, participants will gain a deeper understanding of grief, learn practical coping strategies, explore emotions through creative expression, and reflect on how loss can shape identity, meaning, and continuing bonds with loved ones.
Questions & Answers
- A warm, supportive and confidential environment
- Psychoeducation to help make sense of grief
- Gentle creative exercises and reflective activities
- Opportunities to connect with others experiencing loss
- Practical tools for self-care and emotional wellbeing
- A small group setting with a maximum of 8 participants
No artistic skill is required — just curiosity and a willingness to explore.
The group is created to last 6 weeks and each week has a specific theme, helping participants to explore their grief journey.
Weekly themes:
Week 1 – Creating Safety
Beginning the journey together and establishing a supportive foundation.
Week 2 – Understanding Grief
Exploring what grief is, common myths, and how it affects us emotionally, physically, and mentally.
Week 3 – Exploring Emotions Through Creative Expression
Using creativity as a gentle way to express feelings that can be difficult to articulate.
Week 4 – Coping, Self-Care & Support Systems
Developing practical strategies for carrying grief while caring for yourself.
Week 5 – Identity, Continuing Bonds & Meaning
Reflecting on who we are after loss and how we maintain meaningful connections with loved ones.
Week 6 – Looking Forward & Group Closure
Honouring the journey, recognising strengths, and carrying connection forward.
This group is suitable for adults who are experiencing grief and loss and would benefit from a supportive, structured environment. Whether your loss is recent or occurred some time ago, you are welcome.
Grief is unique. There is no right or wrong way to feel. Here, you will be heard, supported, and never judged.
For further information or to reserve a place, please contact Mihaela Marian at creativecalmtherapy@gmail.com or call 07769 255275.
Group Details
Duration: 6 weeks
Session Length: 120 minutes per session
Group Size: Maximum 8 participants
Cost: £35 per session (£210 for the full programme)
Location: Maidstone Community Centre, 39–48 Marsham Street, Maidstone ME14 1HH
Facilitated by qualified Therapeutic Creative Counsellor Mihaela Marian (MBACP), this small group combines grief education, reflective discussion, and gentle creative activities designed to support emotional expression and healing. No artistic experience is needed—only a willingness to explore your experience at your own pace.
Grief is unique. There is no right or wrong way to feel. Here, you will be heard, supported, and never judged.
For further information or to reserve a place, please contact Mihaela Marian at creativecalmtherapy@gmail.com or call 07769 255275.
For bookings, please contact us at creativecalmtherapy@gmail.com or use our contact form