Losing someone you care about can change everything. Whether it’s a family member, friend, teacher, pet or someone else close to you, grief can leave you feeling shocked, angry, empty or just numb. Some days you might feel okay, and the next it hits you all over again. That’s completely normal.
If you’ve lost someone and are struggling to make sense of your feelings, Kooth is here to help.
Everyone experiences grief differently. There’s no right way to feel, and no set timeline for when you should feel “better.” You might notice:
Sudden bursts of sadness or anger that come out of nowhere
Feeling disconnected from friends or school
Guilt about things you said or didn’t say
Trouble sleeping, eating or concentrating
Worry about how others around you are coping
Sometimes people try to keep it all inside, but bottling up emotions can make the pain last longer. Talking about your loss can help you find small moments of calm and understanding again.
Kooth is a free, safe and anonymous online mental health support service, available to anyone aged 11–18 (25 in some areas). You don’t need a referral or a GP appointment. You can simply sign up and get support instantly.
✔ Chat anonymously with trained counsellors and wellbeing practitioners
✔ Access support daily – 12pm–10pm on weekdays, 6pm–10pm on weekends
✔ Write in a private journal to process your emotions
✔ Read stories from others who have experienced loss
✔ Join safe community discussions to share and connect
✔ Use goal-setting tools to help you rebuild confidence and hope
Grief can make you feel completely alone. Sometimes you don’t want to burden your family or friends, or you worry they won’t understand. That’s why Kooth exists – a place where you can talk openly without judgement or pressure. Your chats are completely anonymous, and every message is moderated to keep you safe. If you come back later, your counsellor can see your previous notes, so you don’t have to start again each time. You can take things slowly and express yourself in your own way.
It isn’t about forgetting the person you’ve lost – it’s about learning how to live with that loss while still caring for yourself. Whether you want to talk, read, write, or simply know that someone is there, Kooth gives you a gentle, supportive space to begin healing. You don’t have to face grief alone. Support is here whenever you’re ready.
If you’re struggling with grief, loss or bereavement, Kooth is here for you – completely free, safe and anonymous.