Losing a loved one, or being exposed to a traumatic experience (for example, a violent crime) can give rise to severe mental distress, which in turn can have significant physical symptoms. It’s a situation that requires expert support from a specialist counsellor or therapist, but as a coach or mentor, you can provide additional support,…
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