Grief Psychologists and Therapists in Ballina, NSW
Jennifer Lalor Somatic Psychotherapy/EMDR
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Whatever your situation, I know you are a unique individual with your own blend of needs. I create a non-judgemental space for you to explore whatever has brought you to seek my support and I can help you discover the next steps for your life.
Whatever your situation, I know you are a unique individual with your own blend of needs. I create a non-judgemental space for you to explore whatever has brought you to seek my support and I can help you discover the next steps for your life.
• You are experiencing sorrow regarding life-altering circumstances, health issues, loss of meaning, aging
Counselling and psychotherapy are about finding your way toward a life of contentment and purpose. Drawing on the various psychological, psychotherapeutic, and counselling skills I have learned, will support you through challenging times. This support can guide you to to inner strengths, awareness of repeating pattern and their root causes.
• You are experiencing sorrow regarding life-altering circumstances, health issues, loss of meaning, aging
Counselling and psychotherapy are about finding your way toward a life of contentment and purpose. Drawing on the various psychological, psychotherapeutic, and counselling skills I have learned, will support you through challenging times. This support can guide you to to inner strengths, awareness of repeating pattern and their root causes.
Sometimes we experience overwhelm, feel unsure of ourselves or feel stuck in life. Whether you are facing immediate challenges or are looking for a deeper self-understanding you don’t have to do it alone. I offer therapy in a safe, warm, gentle, creative and nature based environment, working both inside, and outside where we let the natural world take part in our explorations. I am offering a client centred approach, meeting you where you are as well as support and opportunities to discover and reconnect with your own rhythm.
Together we will explore the challenges you face and find ways to move towards a more fulfilling life.
Sometimes we experience overwhelm, feel unsure of ourselves or feel stuck in life. Whether you are facing immediate challenges or are looking for a deeper self-understanding you don’t have to do it alone. I offer therapy in a safe, warm, gentle, creative and nature based environment, working both inside, and outside where we let the natural world take part in our explorations. I am offering a client centred approach, meeting you where you are as well as support and opportunities to discover and reconnect with your own rhythm.
Together we will explore the challenges you face and find ways to move towards a more fulfilling life.
I work with people experiencing a range of presenting concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, health and wellbeing issues, relationship difficulties, stress, work-related issues, pain management, and life challenges and transitions.
I deeply believes in people’s innate ability to overcome their difficulties and heal. I am genuinely dedicated to supporting clients to reach their potential and live a truly fulfilling life by addressing the underlying issues and obstacles that prevent them from moving forward. I bring genuine care, warmth, and a supportive environment for clients to express their concerns.
I work with people experiencing a range of presenting concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, health and wellbeing issues, relationship difficulties, stress, work-related issues, pain management, and life challenges and transitions.
I deeply believes in people’s innate ability to overcome their difficulties and heal. I am genuinely dedicated to supporting clients to reach their potential and live a truly fulfilling life by addressing the underlying issues and obstacles that prevent them from moving forward. I bring genuine care, warmth, and a supportive environment for clients to express their concerns.
I am interested in working with adults who experience a range of emotional and behavioural concerns such as depression, low self esteem, anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, PTSD, relational challenges, disordered eating, body image, stress, and grief & loss.
I believe in being able to express yourself authentically, without judgement. I aim to create a warm, safe space to get to know you and hear your story. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, and Mindfulness. I work together with you.
I am interested in working with adults who experience a range of emotional and behavioural concerns such as depression, low self esteem, anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, PTSD, relational challenges, disordered eating, body image, stress, and grief & loss.
I believe in being able to express yourself authentically, without judgement. I aim to create a warm, safe space to get to know you and hear your story. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, and Mindfulness. I work together with you.
Bringing over a decade of diverse counselling experience to the table, I specialize in addressing a wide range of concerns, with a particular focus on family work, couples therapy and trauma. My therapeutic toolbox includes approaches such as Logotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Family Systems Therapy. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, I guide individuals, couples and families towards understanding, growth and resilience in the face of life's challenges. Let's work together to build and strengthen what matters most; you and your loved ones.
Bringing over a decade of diverse counselling experience to the table, I specialize in addressing a wide range of concerns, with a particular focus on family work, couples therapy and trauma. My therapeutic toolbox includes approaches such as Logotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Family Systems Therapy. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, I guide individuals, couples and families towards understanding, growth and resilience in the face of life's challenges. Let's work together to build and strengthen what matters most; you and your loved ones.
Hi, I'm Ash. Are you feeling overwhelmed, unsure, scared or dissatisfied with life? Let me help. By working and journeying together, you will have support as you learn to embrace who you are, what you need, and where you are heading.
Hi, I'm Ash. Are you feeling overwhelmed, unsure, scared or dissatisfied with life? Let me help. By working and journeying together, you will have support as you learn to embrace who you are, what you need, and where you are heading.
I work with women through life transitions including motherhood, loss (incl. pregnancy loss), anxiety and depression.
I have a Masters of Counselling with experience in humanistic, psychodymamic and behavioural approaches. I also have an interest in mindfulness-based somatic counselling; Imago dialogue therapy, Transpersonal Counselling and Emotionally-focused therapy.
I work with women through life transitions including motherhood, loss (incl. pregnancy loss), anxiety and depression.
I have a Masters of Counselling with experience in humanistic, psychodymamic and behavioural approaches. I also have an interest in mindfulness-based somatic counselling; Imago dialogue therapy, Transpersonal Counselling and Emotionally-focused therapy.
IFS & trauma informed counselling. I am an advocate for embracing diversity within the human experience. Through Gestalt methodology, I supports individuals to inhabit themselves more fully by building personal awareness and by acting as their anchor for them where things may feel a bit rocky. There is no pressure to fix anything or even have a final destination.
IFS & trauma informed counselling. I am an advocate for embracing diversity within the human experience. Through Gestalt methodology, I supports individuals to inhabit themselves more fully by building personal awareness and by acting as their anchor for them where things may feel a bit rocky. There is no pressure to fix anything or even have a final destination.
Specialist mental health, eating disorder, and trauma therapy for teenagers (13+) and adults - with an out-of-pocket gap fee of $90.50 when you have a MHCP or EDP and referral from your GP.
I provide individual therapy and, where appropriate, family-based support. Therapy can support change when anxiety, depression, PTSD/c-PTSD, disordered eating or other problems are impacting your life. Treatment focuses stabilisation, understanding the problem in the context of your life and relationships, supporting you to identify your preferred ways of being and living, and empowers you to take the needed steps forward.
Specialist mental health, eating disorder, and trauma therapy for teenagers (13+) and adults - with an out-of-pocket gap fee of $90.50 when you have a MHCP or EDP and referral from your GP.
I provide individual therapy and, where appropriate, family-based support. Therapy can support change when anxiety, depression, PTSD/c-PTSD, disordered eating or other problems are impacting your life. Treatment focuses stabilisation, understanding the problem in the context of your life and relationships, supporting you to identify your preferred ways of being and living, and empowers you to take the needed steps forward.
The foundation of my work lies in the therapeutic relationship I have with my clients during our sessions. Grounded in the principles of Gestalt psychotherapy, I provide a safe, supportive space based on trust and authenticity. I believe in a client centred approach, meeting you where you are, and working together to support you in your growth process.
The foundation of my work lies in the therapeutic relationship I have with my clients during our sessions. Grounded in the principles of Gestalt psychotherapy, I provide a safe, supportive space based on trust and authenticity. I believe in a client centred approach, meeting you where you are, and working together to support you in your growth process.
I support and guide people to process trauma and maladaptive behaviours so they can find passion and direction in their lives to build lasting quality relationships with self and others, making adjustments and modifications in their behaviours and thought processes. I am a qualified counsellor, behavioural specialist and EMDR trauma specialist. I specialise in working with teenagers and adults through the power of EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Behaviour Change Techniques.
I support and guide people to process trauma and maladaptive behaviours so they can find passion and direction in their lives to build lasting quality relationships with self and others, making adjustments and modifications in their behaviours and thought processes. I am a qualified counsellor, behavioural specialist and EMDR trauma specialist. I specialise in working with teenagers and adults through the power of EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Behaviour Change Techniques.
Hi, I'm Liga. I believe healing is about more than overcoming challenges—it's about creating greater calm, confidence, connection and joy.
Through individual psychotherapy and women's group therapy, I help you feel calmer, think more clearly, strengthen relationships, and create lasting emotional wellbeing.
Individual Therapy
• Find calm, clarity & confidence
• Heal old patterns & reconnect with yourself
• Thrive with lifelong wellbeing skills
Women's Groups
• Learn, grow & heal together
• Feel supported, connected & understood
• Create lasting change with practical tools
Hi, I'm Liga. I believe healing is about more than overcoming challenges—it's about creating greater calm, confidence, connection and joy.
Through individual psychotherapy and women's group therapy, I help you feel calmer, think more clearly, strengthen relationships, and create lasting emotional wellbeing.
Individual Therapy
• Find calm, clarity & confidence
• Heal old patterns & reconnect with yourself
• Thrive with lifelong wellbeing skills
Women's Groups
• Learn, grow & heal together
• Feel supported, connected & understood
• Create lasting change with practical tools
Anna has extensive knowledge, experience and expertise in the area of mental health, trauma, relationships, neurodiversity and addiction. Anna’s approach to therapy is psychodynamic, holistic, eclectic and compassionate. Anna will gently support you to uncover unresolved feelings and issues that keep you stuck, repeating negative patterns, which can cause issues such as anxiety, depression, co-dependence, chronic worry, anger, perfectionism, eating disorders, hopelessness, difficult relationships, low self esteem, loneliness, disease and addiction. Anna has extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families.
Anna has extensive knowledge, experience and expertise in the area of mental health, trauma, relationships, neurodiversity and addiction. Anna’s approach to therapy is psychodynamic, holistic, eclectic and compassionate. Anna will gently support you to uncover unresolved feelings and issues that keep you stuck, repeating negative patterns, which can cause issues such as anxiety, depression, co-dependence, chronic worry, anger, perfectionism, eating disorders, hopelessness, difficult relationships, low self esteem, loneliness, disease and addiction. Anna has extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families.
I work with individuals experiencing an array of mental health issues including life transitions, loss and grief and the impact of childhood traumas to name a few.
I have a passion for integrating contemporary psychology with Mindfulness-based therapies. I draw from the traditions of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and somatically focused therapies, including working with 'parts' utilising the TIST model (Trauma-Informed Stabilisation Therapy).
I work with individuals experiencing an array of mental health issues including life transitions, loss and grief and the impact of childhood traumas to name a few.
I have a passion for integrating contemporary psychology with Mindfulness-based therapies. I draw from the traditions of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and somatically focused therapies, including working with 'parts' utilising the TIST model (Trauma-Informed Stabilisation Therapy).
I provide a safe, supportive and nurturing space, and the sessions are tailored to address your personal life issues, needs and goals. As a Body Orientated Trauma informed Gestalt Therapist, and Senior Journey Practitioner, I enjoy assisting individuals on their unique journey to Wellness. The Therapy sessions are focused in the 'here and now' experience which holds our entire and unique history.
I provide a safe, supportive and nurturing space, and the sessions are tailored to address your personal life issues, needs and goals. As a Body Orientated Trauma informed Gestalt Therapist, and Senior Journey Practitioner, I enjoy assisting individuals on their unique journey to Wellness. The Therapy sessions are focused in the 'here and now' experience which holds our entire and unique history.
I am a certified counsellor and psychotherapist offering in-person and online therapy for individuals and couples. Originally from Russia and now living in the Northern Rivers, I bring a deep appreciation for the experiences of identity, belonging, and navigating life between cultures. I work with individuals and couples experiencing relationship difficulties, anxiety, chronic stress, life transitions, and challenges related to addiction and compulsive behaviours. I have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent adults, including autistic adults and adults with ADHD.
I am a certified counsellor and psychotherapist offering in-person and online therapy for individuals and couples. Originally from Russia and now living in the Northern Rivers, I bring a deep appreciation for the experiences of identity, belonging, and navigating life between cultures. I work with individuals and couples experiencing relationship difficulties, anxiety, chronic stress, life transitions, and challenges related to addiction and compulsive behaviours. I have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent adults, including autistic adults and adults with ADHD.
My experience so far has been with youth & adults, often neurodivergent or living with complex mental health challenges, seeking self-understanding. They struggle with intense emotions, self-criticism, and complex relationships, often stemming from trauma or deep-seated fears of isolation. They need a safe, affirming, and trauma-informed space to explore these issues, learn emotional regulation, and set healthy boundaries. Their goal is to build self-worth, find authentic connection, increase independence, and ultimately live a more peaceful, confident, and self-directed life.
My experience so far has been with youth & adults, often neurodivergent or living with complex mental health challenges, seeking self-understanding. They struggle with intense emotions, self-criticism, and complex relationships, often stemming from trauma or deep-seated fears of isolation. They need a safe, affirming, and trauma-informed space to explore these issues, learn emotional regulation, and set healthy boundaries. Their goal is to build self-worth, find authentic connection, increase independence, and ultimately live a more peaceful, confident, and self-directed life.
It takes courage to seek support when carrying the heavy weight of grief and trauma.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’ve been carrying too much for too long. I work with adolescents (13+) and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, low mood, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I take a holistic, evidence-based approach, exploring how past experiences, attachment patterns, nervous system responses, relationships, and current stressors may be shaping your emotional well-being. Together, we’ll build insight, strengthen coping strategies, and reconnect with your sense of self. My aim is to help you feel more grounded, confident, resilient, and able to create a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling.
It takes courage to seek support when carrying the heavy weight of grief and trauma.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’ve been carrying too much for too long. I work with adolescents (13+) and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, low mood, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I take a holistic, evidence-based approach, exploring how past experiences, attachment patterns, nervous system responses, relationships, and current stressors may be shaping your emotional well-being. Together, we’ll build insight, strengthen coping strategies, and reconnect with your sense of self. My aim is to help you feel more grounded, confident, resilient, and able to create a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling.
I am here to support you. Join me for a journey of self-discovery through somatic body awareness and creative tools. Together, we will explore your challenges and find new pathways for growth and change.
I offer empathic and passionate counselling with a strong focus on solutions and a commitment to empowerment and resilience. I am a trauma-informed therapist and dedicated to supporting individuals transform their challenges into strength.
Please reach out for a free 15-min into call. Let's see if we are a good fit for a counselling journey together.
I am here to support you. Join me for a journey of self-discovery through somatic body awareness and creative tools. Together, we will explore your challenges and find new pathways for growth and change.
I offer empathic and passionate counselling with a strong focus on solutions and a commitment to empowerment and resilience. I am a trauma-informed therapist and dedicated to supporting individuals transform their challenges into strength.
Please reach out for a free 15-min into call. Let's see if we are a good fit for a counselling journey together.
Nearby Grief Therapists Searches for Ballina
- Alstonville
- Bangalow
- Billinudgel
- Brunswick Heads
- Byron Bay
- Casino
- Lennox Head
- Lismore
- Mullumbimby
- Ocean Shores
- Pottsville
- Suffolk Park
Grief Therapists
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.