Group Bereavement Counselling Sessions

You are warmly invited to join Moving through the Grieving Body, a 10-week in-person grief counselling group in Edinburgh, offered by Arkordia practitioners. This group is designed especially for adults who have experienced bereavement and wish to explore their grief through embodied movement and group support.

About the Group

Moving through the Grieving Body is a unique bereavement support group that uses movement, choreography, and improvisation to process grief beyond words. Sessions are grounded in an embodied, group therapeutic approach, recognising the importance of the body and collective experience in processing grief. The group is offered to adults who have lost someone important in their lives and want to explore their grief in a supportive, creative environment. It will be facilitated by Arkordia practitioners, with expertise in counselling, movement, and group facilitation, ensuring a safe and ethical space for all participants.

Session Details

10 weekly sessions, 2 hours, on Thursday evenings, 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Dates 2026:

24th September

1st October

8th October

15th October

22nd October

29th October

5th November

12th November

19th November

26th November

Of course, we understand that it might not always be possible to attend all sessions, but it is important, for a good group experience and to make the most of the group work, to attend as consistently as possible.

Where?

In person, in Edinburgh (venue details provided upon registration).

Donations

We ask for people who take this service to make a make a donation; the suggested donation per person, per session is £15. As a charity, Arkordia does not receive any government funding and we are entirely reliant on donations.

What to expect

A welcoming, confidential space to share and process your grief

Guided movement and improvisation exercises—no dance experience required

Opportunities to connect with others who understand the unique challenges of bereavement

Support from experienced therapists and facilitators

How to join?

Spaces are limited to ensure a supportive group environment. Please contact us with an expression of interest to join the Group Bereavement Counselling Sessions, and the lead practitioner will get in touch with you to assess whether this group is appropriate to your situation. Please contact us via email at: arkordiaorg@gmail.com