The AfterGlow Space
Holistic Grief Support
from Rachel Hart-Phillips
“You don’t move through grief and then beyond it, you learn to move with it as part of your life just as you do love.”
Meet Me
I'm Rachel - a trauma-informed, holistic grief coach, and a firm believer that even in the hardest seasons, life can still hold light, colour, hope and meaning.
I created Afterglow because I know grief from the inside. I lost my husband suddenly to suicide while I was pregnant, and both my parents at a young age. I know what it is to keep going while your heart is broken - while everything you knew has shifted and you're not sure who you are anymore, or how to find your way back to yourself.
Grief coaching isn't therapy - and it isn't about fixing you, rushing you, or helping you 'move on.' It's about creating a space that feels safe, grounding and deeply human. Somewhere grief, love, guilt, anger, shame and hope can all exist together, without judgement.
My approach is holistic - which means we work with the whole of you. Body, mind and spirit. I learned long ago that you can't think your way out of grief without first working with your nervous system, and everything I do is shaped by that understanding.
Together, we work on gently integrating your loss, finding steadiness again, and reconnecting with who you are becoming - because grief changes us, and that doesn't have to be only a painful thing.
Outside of this work, I love writing, music, dancing, and dreaming of Ibiza with my little family. I'm someone who has learned - slowly, imperfectly - to notice the small pockets of light that make life beautiful. And I'm here to help you find yours.
Grief isn't meant to be carried alone. You deserve support that meets you exactly where you are. 🧡
Ways to Work with Me
1:1 Coaching
Personalised grief support tailored to you. Choose from short starter sessions or longer journeys, all designed to guide you gently, provide practical tools, and help you reconnect with life in your own way.
Group Spaces
Small, intimate group spaces for shared support and connection. Explore grief alongside others, with guided reflection, practical tools, and space to feel held, understood, and less alone.
In Person or Online
Online sessions are available so you can join from wherever you are - or if you’re local we can meet in person in Liverpool in calm, welcoming spaces. It’s always up to you.
Book a free consultation
Not sure if grief coaching is right for you?
You can book a free, no-obligation consultation with me, where we’ll talk about your situation, your goals, and how Afterglow might support you. Think of it as a safe space to explore your options, ask questions, and see if this feels like the right fit - no pressure, no expectations.
I’ll listen, guide, and help you figure out the next step for your journey. Sometimes just talking it through can bring a little clarity and calm.
Ready to take the first step?
My Approach
My approach is slow, kind, and grounded in the belief that grief deserves time, care, and honesty. I focus on helping you feel more supported in your body and mind, finding steadiness in the chaos, and learning how to live alongside loss - with space for both your love and your hope for the future.
AGLOW: The Afterglow Framework
Anchoring Safety
The first step. Nervous system regulation, grounding, inner containment.
No fixing, no rushing - just feeling safe enough to be present.
Gentle Growth
Kindness to yourself as you navigate grief.
Small, nurturing steps that let you grow without pressure, honouring your pace.
Learning & Education
Understanding grief: what’s happening in your mind, body, and heart.
Tools, insights, and awareness that give you confidence to navigate waves safely.
Ownership
Inner work and rediscovering who you are.
Owning your story, identity, and grief, so you can move through it authentically.
Walking Forward
Reconnecting to life in small, meaningful ways.
Creativity, joy, connection - living again without leaving love or loss behind.
“Storms make trees take deeper roots.”
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I’d love to hear from you
Interested in finding out more about how I could walk alongside you in your grief journey, but don’t feel up to a call just yet?
That’s absolutely fine, it’s a huge step.
Just pop your details in the form and I’ll email you with some information and we can start from there.
No pressure. No rush.