This reflective and professionally facilitated workshop offers a gentle space for those navigating estrangement from a mother, whether chosen, imposed or the result of long-standing disconnection. Together, we will learn about and explore:

• Estrangement as a form of ambiguous loss and disenfranchised grief

• The emotional landscape of estrangement: guilt, anger, relief, sadness and beyond

• Boundaries as acts of self-care and ways to soften the inner critic

• Tools for grounding, journalling and navigating emotional triggers.

There is no pressure to speak or share personal stories. Participants will be offered choices to reflect privately or connect in optional low-pressure ways (chat box, journalling, paired discussion). 

A minimum of two sign-ups is required to run the workshop.

About Helen

Helen Catterall is a (MBACP) qualified Person-Centred Counsellor with a background in adult education and training. She works with clients navigating complex family relationships, grief and trauma, and is passionate about creating safe spaces for people whose experiences are often unseen or misunderstood. Helen brings warmth, clarity and deep respect to her facilitation, offering reflective workshops that support emotional honesty and self-compassion.