Gabrielle is Chair of our Mosaic Youth Group

“I have an unwavering passion to support the growth of Mosaic in order for young people to receive the fantastic support that Mosaic provides within bereavement”

Gabrielle had Mosaic counselling from the age of 15 following 4 bereavements including family members and close friends. She then sadly encountered 2 further bereavements during her time with Mosaic. 

“Life before Mosaic was very difficult as I struggled with emotions and was unable to talk about my grief. I hated everything about myself, school and activities I used to love to do. I found it difficult to understand why I was feeling the way I was much of the time and that confusion led to frustration, anger and sadness.” 

Gabrielle was signposted to Mosaic and a counsellor was able to help her to express how she was feeling by engaging in activities including storyboards, drawing, writing and playing games. 

“My journey with Mosaic helped me to grow into someone who believes in themself, be positive every day, take all the time I need in order for me to feel like myself and be happy, learn about who I am and what I am capable of and also realise that I would be okay and I won’t forever feel like I am in a dark place.”

“Mosaic will always be my second family. I have been fortunate enough to be given the position of Mosaic’s Young Ambassador and Chair of the Youth Group, which is something I truly appreciate and am very grateful for because I am able to be a part of Mosaic’s wonderful journey of supporting bereaved children and young people and I am able to be a part of making that positive difference to their lives whilst also getting to keep the memories alive of my loved ones who have passed.”