Grief Unedited

Karen Lafferty
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In each episode, we'll take a deep dive into the raw, honest, reality of grief and loss. Episodes are hosted by BACP Accredited counsellor, Karen Lafferty, who has over a decade of experience supporting individuals and families to navigate their grief journey. Guests share their lessons from loss, and talk about what helped them when grief became part of their life.  You can connect with Karen on Facebook and Instagram @continuumcounselling or www.continuumcounselling.com

  1. APR 30

    From Stuck to Stepping Forward: Using Coaching to Navigate Grief with Lisa Archer

    Episode Number: Episode 24 Release Date: 30 April 2026 Episode Title: From Stuck to Stepping Forward: Using Coaching to Navigate Grief with Lisa Archer Episode Summary: In this episode of Grief Unedited, I’m joined by Lisa Archer, Life Coach. We’re pulling back the curtain on what it’s actually like to work at the intersection of life and death. Lisa shares the surprising lessons they’ve learned on the job, the myths they want to bust, and the moments of profound human connection that keep them going. About Lisa:  Lisa Archer is a certified life coach and grief educator who helps people move forward after loss. Originally from Seattle and now based in the UK, she was inspired by her own experiences of grief and now supports others through coaching, education, and speaking.  In this episode, we chat about: The Reality of the Role: What a typical day looks like when your "office" is centered around loss.The Human Element: The most unexpected thing Lisa has learned about people through their work.Breaking the Stigma: Tackling the common misconceptions people have about her role.Personal Impact: How working in the bereavement industry has changed the way Lisa views their own life and relationships.Connect with Karen: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuumcounselling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/continuumcounsellingWebsite: https://www.continuumcounselling.comConnect with Lisa:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holistic_coach_lisa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holisticlifecoachingwithlisamarieWebsite: https://holisticlifecoaching.org.ukSupport Grief Unedited: This podcast is a passion project dedicated to keeping conversations about grief honest and "unedited." If you find value in these episodes, please consider: Subscribing: So you never miss an episode.Sharing: Send this episode to someone who might find comfort or insight in it.Buying Me a Coffee: To help keep the show running, you can support us here: buymeacoffee.com/griefuneditedSubscribe & Review: If you enjoyed this chat, please leave a rating or review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it’s the best way to help other people find the show.Shop the Grief Journal: Our brand new grief journal, Grief and Growth is available here: https://amzn.eu/d/0fDaVBLj

    39 min

  2. MAR 31

    Holding Space at the End: What I've learned as a Death Doula with Mangala Holland

    Episode Number: Episode 23 Release Date: 31 March 2026 Episode Title: Holding Space at the End: What I've learned as a Death Doula with Mangala Holland Episode Summary: In this episode of Grief Unedited, I’m joined by Mangala Holland, who is a death Doula. We’re pulling back the curtain on what it’s actually like to work at the intersection of life and death. Mangala shares the surprising lessons they’ve learned on the job, the myths they want to bust, and the moments of profound human connection that keep them going. About Mangala: Mangala Holland is a sexuality educator and end-of-life doula who supports women in navigating confidence, pleasure, grief, and life transitions. With over a decade of experience, she brings a compassionate, holistic approach to both sexuality and end-of-life care.  In this episode, we chat about: The Reality of the Role: What a typical day looks like when your "office" is centered around loss.The Human Element: The most unexpected thing Mangala has learned about people through their work.Breaking the Stigma: Tackling the common misconceptions people have about death Doulas.Personal Impact: How working in the bereavement industry has changed the way Mangala views their own life and relationships.Connect with Karen: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuumcounselling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/continuumcounsellingWebsite: https://www.continuumcounselling.comConnect with Mangala :  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mangalahollandFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mangalahollandWebsite: https://mangalaholland.comSupport Grief Unedited: This podcast is a passion project dedicated to keeping conversations about grief honest and "unedited." If you find value in these episodes, please consider: Subscribing: So you never miss an episode.Sharing: Send this episode to someone who might find comfort or insight in it.Buying Me a Coffee: To help keep the show running, you can support us here: buymeacoffee.com/griefuneditedSubscribe & Review: If you enjoyed this chat, please leave a rating or review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it’s the best way to help other people find the show.Shop the Grief Journal: Our brand new grief journal, Grief and Growth is available here: https://amzn.eu/d/0fDaVBLj

    36 min

  3. FEB 27

    The Frontlines of Grief: Navigating Loss with Nicola from Cruse Scotland

    Welcome to Season 2 of Grief Unedited taking you behind the scenes of bereavement care in the UK. You’ll hear from funeral directors, celebrants, and bereavement practitioners as they share what good support really looks like, what motivates their work, and how they show up for people in grief.  Host Karen Lafferty, an accredited counsellor specialising in grief support, brings over a decade of experience to guide listeners through the complex journey of bereavement.   Nicola shares her unexpected journey from a 20-year corporate career as a chartered accountant into the third sector, and what drew her toward supporting people through bereavement. Together, Karen and Nicola explore the misconceptions people often hold about working in grief support including the common assumption that it must be relentlessly heavy and why those in the field often genuinely love the work they do. One of the most powerful insights from the episode is Nicola’s reflection that grief is not just about death. It’s a normal, natural, and healthy response to many of life’s changes from relationship breakdowns and career shifts to health challenges and identity changes. Grief, she explains, “pops up everywhere.” A compassionate and grounding episode that broadens our understanding of grief, challenges assumptions, and reminds us that support can take many forms. You can connect with me here: https://www.continuumcounselling.com https://www.facebook.com/continuumcounselling https://www.instagram.com/continuumcounselling You can connect with Nicola here:  https://https://www.crusescotland.org.uk https://www.facebook.com/CruseScot https://www.instagram.com/crusescotland If you enjoy the show, please like, share, leave a review or support via Buy Me a Coffee to help keep this passion project going.  Buy me a Coffee: http://buymeacoffee.com/griefunedited

    34 min

  4. JAN 30

    Telling the Story of a Life: Behind the scenes with Funeral Celebrant Chris Ferri

    Welcome to Season 2 of Grief Unedited taking you behind the scenes of bereavement care in the UK. You’ll hear from funeral directors, celebrants, and bereavement practitioners as they share what good support really looks like, what motivates their work, and how they show up for people in grief.  Host Karen Lafferty, an accredited counsellor specialising in grief support, brings over a decade of experience to guide listeners through the complex journey of bereavement.   In this episode of Grief Unedited, Karen Lafferty is joined by Chris Ferri, a Scotland-based celebrant known for his warm, down-to-earth approach to funerals and weddings. Chris brings authenticity, humour, and deep care to his work, focusing on telling people’s stories in a way that feels personal and meaningful. Chris is passionate about honouring lives with integrity and supporting families through emotionally challenging moments with compassion and humanity.  You can connect with me here: https://www.continuumcounselling.com https://www.facebook.com/continuumcounselling https://www.instagram.com/continuumcounselling You can connect with Chris here:  https://www.instagram.com/chris_ferri https://www.chrisferri.com If you enjoy the show, please like, share, leave a review or support via Buy Me a Coffee to help keep this passion project going.  Buy me a Coffee: http://buymeacoffee.com/griefunedited

    31 min

  5. JAN 16

    Season 2 of Grief Unedited is here 🤍

    I’m so excited to be back with a new season—this time taking you behind the scenes of bereavement care in the UK. You’ll hear from funeral directors, celebrants, and bereavement practitioners as they share what good support really looks like, what motivates their work, and how they show up for people in grief. New episodes drop monthly, unedited and honest, just as before. If you enjoy the show, please like, share, leave a review—or support via Buy Me a Coffee to help keep this passion project going. Here’s to Season 2 🖤 You can connect with me here: https://www.continuumcounselling.com https://www.facebook.com/continuumcounselling https://www.instagram.com/continuumcounselling Buy me a Coffee: http://buymeacoffee.com/griefunedited

    4 min

  6. 12/19/2025

    Grief and living with Chronic Illness with Emma Toms

    Welcome to Grief Unedited, a podcast that explores raw and authentic experiences of loss. Host Karen Lafferty, an accredited counsellor specialising in grief support, brings over a decade of experience to guide listeners through the complex journey of bereavement. Through candid conversations with guests sharing their personal stories, this series delves deep into the realities of grief and its profound impact on individuals' lives. Each episode is recorded in a single take, offering unfiltered and genuine discussions that capture the true essence of the grieving process. In this episode of Grief Unedited, Karen Lafferty is joined by holistic therapist Emma Toms for an honest conversation about grief beyond bereavement. Together they explore the emotional and physical impact of chronic illness, loss of identity, and nervous system overwhelm, and reflect on healing through somatic practices, self-connection, and learning to live gently again.  You can connect with me here: https://www.continuumcounselling.com https://www.facebook.com/continuumcounselling https://www.instagram.com/continuumcounselling You can connect with Emma here:  https://www.emmatoms.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000160905732 https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-toms-1b1234200 https://emmatoms.substack.com

    42 min

  7. 11/28/2025

    In Consultation: What happens when we are dying, with Dr Suzy Peach

    Welcome to Grief Unedited, a podcast that explores raw and authentic experiences of loss. Host Karen Lafferty, an accredited counsellor specialising in grief support, brings over a decade of experience to guide listeners through the complex journey of bereavement. Through candid conversations with guests sharing their personal stories, this series delves deep into the realities of grief and its profound impact on individuals' lives. Each episode is recorded in a single take, offering unfiltered and genuine discussions that capture the true essence of the grieving process. In this episode of Grief Unedited, Karen speaks with Dr. Suzy Peach about what truly happens in the final days and hours of life. Suzy explains the natural physical changes the body goes through like increased sleep, reduced eating, confusion, breathing changes, and the “death rattle” and reassures listeners that these signs are usually not distressing for the dying person. They discuss how families can bring comfort, why early conversations and care planning matter, and how understanding the dying process can reduce fear and trauma for loved ones.  You can connect with me here: https://www.continuumcounselling.com https://www.facebook.com/continuumcounselling https://www.instagram.com/continuumcounselling You can connect with Dr Suzy here:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/peach-wellness https://peachwellnessacademy.com

    48 min

  8. 11/17/2025

    Shedding Light on Pet Grief: Insights from The Dog Witch

    Welcome to Grief Unedited, a podcast that explores raw and authentic experiences of loss. Host Karen Lafferty, an accredited counsellor specialising in grief support, brings over a decade of experience to guide listeners through the complex journey of bereavement. Through candid conversations with guests sharing their personal stories, this series delves deep into the realities of grief and its profound impact on individuals' lives. Each episode is recorded in a single take, offering unfiltered and genuine discussions that capture the true essence of the grieving process. In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Grief Unedited, host and grief counsellor Karen Lafferty sits down with Lisa McCabe, better known as The Dog Witch, to explore a topic rarely spoken about but deeply felt: how dogs experience grief. Drawing on her work as a holistic canine wellbeing consultant and her own profound losses, Lisa shares how deeply intuitive dogs are, how they mourn the death of humans and other pets, and the ways grief can show up in their bodies, behaviour, and routines. From changes in appetite to separation anxiety and physical symptoms, Lisa explains how canine grief mirrors our own more closely than most people realise. If you’ve ever loved an animal, this conversation will stay with you. You can connect with me here: https://www.continuumcounselling.com https://www.facebook.com/continuumcounselling https://www.instagram.com/continuumcounselling You can connect with Lisa here:  https://thedogwitch.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/the_dogwitch

    36 min
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In each episode, we'll take a deep dive into the raw, honest, reality of grief and loss. Episodes are hosted by BACP Accredited counsellor, Karen Lafferty, who has over a decade of experience supporting individuals and families to navigate their grief journey. Guests share their lessons from loss, and talk about what helped them when grief became part of their life.  You can connect with Karen on Facebook and Instagram @continuumcounselling or www.continuumcounselling.com

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  • Creator
    Karen Lafferty
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Grief Unedited
  • Show Website
    Grief Unedited