For Survivors of Suicide Loss

Support for individuals who have experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide

Connect with our empathetic counsellors for support if you've been affected by a loved one's suicide attempt or death.

What's different about this counselling?

Select from either in-person or virtual sessions to book an appointment. You will receive an email confirmation once your session is booked.

This counselling service provides supports and resources for individuals in the aftermath of a suicide or suicide attempt to support the healing process, alleviate grief and distress and address the potential risk of suicide among those profoundly affected by the event.


Our experienced counsellors understand the impact and the unanswered questions that often accompany such situations. If you're grappling with the recent suicide or suicide attempt of someone you knew, reach out to us and schedule a session.

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Suicide is not necessarily about wanting to die. It is about struggling to live.

Common Responses

Survivors of suicide loss will often experience these responses:

  • Challenged or changed spiritual or religious beliefs
  • Suicidal thoughts themselves
  • Denial
  • Trauma
  • “Why” questions
  • Fear of losing another family member, friend or community member
  • Depression
  • Shock or numbness
  • Deep sadness
  • Anger and blame
  • Shame
  • Relief
  • Helplessness

Stigma

  • Stigma makes it difficult for survivors to reach out for help
  • Suicide bereaved individuals often receive less social support due to stigma relating to death by suicide
  • In the past suicide was criminalized or viewed as a sin and some of these beliefs still linger with people today, making it difficult for survivors to talk openly about their loss


This counselling program ensures counsellors are trained and available to talk about individuals’ loss by suicide.

An individual’s death by suicide impacts all kinds of relationships

Suicide exposed

local groups, passers by, social groups, faith groups

Suicide affected

first responders, family, friends, those directly involved

Suicide bereaved short term

family, friends, peers, long standing health workers, social workers, teachers

Suicide bereaved long term

family and close friends

Explore resources to help you

Select from either in-person or virtual sessions to book an appointment. You will receive an email confirmation once your session is booked.

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Created by experts in veterinary medicine, suicide prevention, and survivors of suicide loss, After a Suicide: A Guide for Veterinary Workplaces provides best practices for immediate response to a suicide, advice on helping the community grieve and cope over time,
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