Grief Psychologists and Therapists in Emu Plains, NSW

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Altitude Clinical Psychology - Dr. Astrid Harris
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I support clients with eating disorders, trauma and ADHD/ASD, as well as most other mental health conditions. I offer a collaborative approach and believe that clarity, balance, and confidence are essential pillars of a fulfilling life.
I support clients with eating disorders, trauma and ADHD/ASD, as well as most other mental health conditions. I offer a collaborative approach and believe that clarity, balance, and confidence are essential pillars of a fulfilling life.
(02) 4703 9305 View (02) 4703 9305
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Julie Bill
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Serves Area
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or depression, or if you’ve experienced trauma that feels difficult to put into words, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to face it alone. I work with people who often feel stuck, shut down, or disconnected, especially those who’ve lived through trauma or complex life experiences. Together, we’ll use art and creativity to help you reconnect with your inner world, process difficult emotions, and find new ways forward — at your own pace.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or depression, or if you’ve experienced trauma that feels difficult to put into words, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to face it alone. I work with people who often feel stuck, shut down, or disconnected, especially those who’ve lived through trauma or complex life experiences. Together, we’ll use art and creativity to help you reconnect with your inner world, process difficult emotions, and find new ways forward — at your own pace.
(02) 4703 5109 View (02) 4703 5109
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Be Right Here
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You may be feeling stuck in patterns that don’t serve you—struggling with relationships, weighed down by anxiety or grief, or carrying past experiences that still hurt in the present.
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I bring experience in supporting children, young people, and adults through challenges like trauma, depression, ADHD, family conflict, and life transitions. I use a range of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ACT, EMDR, and Narrative Therapy, but I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all model.
You may be feeling stuck in patterns that don’t serve you—struggling with relationships, weighed down by anxiety or grief, or carrying past experiences that still hurt in the present.
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I bring experience in supporting children, young people, and adults through challenges like trauma, depression, ADHD, family conflict, and life transitions. I use a range of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ACT, EMDR, and Narrative Therapy, but I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all model.
(02) 4703 5932 View (02) 4703 5932
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Mountain Light Counselling and Consulting
Social Worker, AASW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Does busyness, exhaustion or anxiety mean you don’t have the energy to be living as you hope for yourself? Have you experienced trauma or are going through big transitions that feel overwhelming? Is being a parent leaving you at your wit's end? Perhaps your relationship is struggling and you long to feel like a team and have more understanding of and for each other. Jo is passionate about helping individuals, families and couples find a way forward that is right for you.
Does busyness, exhaustion or anxiety mean you don’t have the energy to be living as you hope for yourself? Have you experienced trauma or are going through big transitions that feel overwhelming? Is being a parent leaving you at your wit's end? Perhaps your relationship is struggling and you long to feel like a team and have more understanding of and for each other. Jo is passionate about helping individuals, families and couples find a way forward that is right for you.
(02) 4703 5826 View (02) 4703 5826
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Arishna Chandra
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Arishna is a warm and empathic Psychologist with over 18 years experience treating a broad range of issues and clinical presentations including, anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, grief and loss, transition and adjustment issues, self-esteem and confidence issues, anger management, and addictions.
Arishna has also worked at various hospitals, including St John of God, where she co-ordinated the DBT Programs. Here she worked in a multidisciplinary team providing assessments, alongside individual and group therapy, in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Arishna is a warm and empathic Psychologist with over 18 years experience treating a broad range of issues and clinical presentations including, anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, grief and loss, transition and adjustment issues, self-esteem and confidence issues, anger management, and addictions.
Arishna has also worked at various hospitals, including St John of God, where she co-ordinated the DBT Programs. Here she worked in a multidisciplinary team providing assessments, alongside individual and group therapy, in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
(02) 9158 6740 View (02) 9158 6740

More Therapists Nearby

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Indigo Melrose
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My side passions include: co-hosting the 'Mothers at Midnight Podcast' and facilitating ' Grief & Loss' groups.
I can support you with: grief and loss, trauma, feminist therapy, life-altering diagnosis, and relationship transitions. Choosing a therapist that is right for you is essential. I encourage you to 'meet me' by visiting my website or call for a 15-min FREE chat.
My side passions include: co-hosting the 'Mothers at Midnight Podcast' and facilitating ' Grief & Loss' groups.
I can support you with: grief and loss, trauma, feminist therapy, life-altering diagnosis, and relationship transitions. Choosing a therapist that is right for you is essential. I encourage you to 'meet me' by visiting my website or call for a 15-min FREE chat.
(02) 3816 2220 View (02) 3816 2220
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The Woven Self Counselling & Connections
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Summer Hill, NSW 2130
At The Woven Self, I offer a compassionate, grounded space to explore what’s feeling heavy, unclear, or stuck. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and rooted in curiosity. Together, we’ll untangle old patterns, reconnect with your inner strengths, and begin to weave a life that feels more aligned and whole.
At The Woven Self, I offer a compassionate, grounded space to explore what’s feeling heavy, unclear, or stuck. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and rooted in curiosity. Together, we’ll untangle old patterns, reconnect with your inner strengths, and begin to weave a life that feels more aligned and whole.
0478 522 944 View 0478 522 944
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Mickey Skidmore
Psychotherapist, AMHSW
Online Only
My primary clinical focus is on grief & loss, and associated issues of depression and anxiety.
These approaches emphasise present and future orientations in the incorporation of multiple focused psychological approaches in a strategic fashion. I am also strongly influenced by strength-based, developmental and system’s theory, allowing for the inclusion of a wide range of therapeutic approaches in most treatment interventions.
My primary clinical focus is on grief & loss, and associated issues of depression and anxiety.
These approaches emphasise present and future orientations in the incorporation of multiple focused psychological approaches in a strategic fashion. I am also strongly influenced by strength-based, developmental and system’s theory, allowing for the inclusion of a wide range of therapeutic approaches in most treatment interventions.
(02) 8294 2030 View (02) 8294 2030
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Mat Tibbenham
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Coping rather than living? And old patterns no longer work the way they used to? You may feel overwhelmed, lonely, disconnected, or unsure of who you are becoming. These experiences are more common than most people realise, and they often reflect a deeper internal shift or life reassessment. With over a decade of experience in mental health in Australia and the UK, I’ve seen how common these turning points are and how much relief comes from having a grounded, genuine space to talk about them.
Coping rather than living? And old patterns no longer work the way they used to? You may feel overwhelmed, lonely, disconnected, or unsure of who you are becoming. These experiences are more common than most people realise, and they often reflect a deeper internal shift or life reassessment. With over a decade of experience in mental health in Australia and the UK, I’ve seen how common these turning points are and how much relief comes from having a grounded, genuine space to talk about them.
(02) 5135 5340 View (02) 5135 5340
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Transformative Place Counselling Service
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Online Only
Services include: addictions, grief and loss, trauma, psychological distress, mental health, wellbeing and empowerment.
Welcome, I'm Ketura, counsellor at Transformative Place Counselling Service. I specialise in working with individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder work on emotional regulation and trauma, but you do not have to have BPD to benefit from the services I offer. I encourage you to explore emotions, how you hold these and memories within your body, gaining awareness of your nervous system's language. To learn how to unlock and be with discomfort and unfamiliar thoughts, emotions, memories and to make new experiences, to tolerate and manage distress and integrate past trauma/experiences into the present and thrive
Services include: addictions, grief and loss, trauma, psychological distress, mental health, wellbeing and empowerment.
Welcome, I'm Ketura, counsellor at Transformative Place Counselling Service. I specialise in working with individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder work on emotional regulation and trauma, but you do not have to have BPD to benefit from the services I offer. I encourage you to explore emotions, how you hold these and memories within your body, gaining awareness of your nervous system's language. To learn how to unlock and be with discomfort and unfamiliar thoughts, emotions, memories and to make new experiences, to tolerate and manage distress and integrate past trauma/experiences into the present and thrive
(02) 4504 0282 View (02) 4504 0282
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Sarah Roberts
Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you wanted children but didn't have them, through infertility or life circumstances, you may be carrying grief, loneliness, regret or identity loss that can feel hard to put into words.
My practice draws on Grief Therapy to process the losses that are often invisible, Narrative Therapy to help you -re-author a painful life story, Core Self Reclamation Therapy to rebuild identity and self-worth, and Solution Focused Therapy to explore possibilities for life now. Sessions are trauma-informed, person-centred, and shaped entirely around you.
If you wanted children but didn't have them, through infertility or life circumstances, you may be carrying grief, loneliness, regret or identity loss that can feel hard to put into words.
My practice draws on Grief Therapy to process the losses that are often invisible, Narrative Therapy to help you -re-author a painful life story, Core Self Reclamation Therapy to rebuild identity and self-worth, and Solution Focused Therapy to explore possibilities for life now. Sessions are trauma-informed, person-centred, and shaped entirely around you.
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Space Wellness (NSW) - Stef Morgan
Counsellor, ACA-L1
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you feel somewhat stuck? Perhaps overwhelm, physical pain or yearning for something different? Maybe you'd simply like to do better? Why not consider a coupling of counselling, clinical hypnotherapy and strategic psychotherapy? Unaware, you may be running outdated patterns which are at odds with the YOU of today, making it difficult to navigate and effect change. I use permissive Ericksonian hypnotherapy (particularly the Gordian Pillars) to uncover well-worn patterns of stuckness, then gently infuse the subconscious with alternate options. Safe, effective, gentle and life-changing.
Do you feel somewhat stuck? Perhaps overwhelm, physical pain or yearning for something different? Maybe you'd simply like to do better? Why not consider a coupling of counselling, clinical hypnotherapy and strategic psychotherapy? Unaware, you may be running outdated patterns which are at odds with the YOU of today, making it difficult to navigate and effect change. I use permissive Ericksonian hypnotherapy (particularly the Gordian Pillars) to uncover well-worn patterns of stuckness, then gently infuse the subconscious with alternate options. Safe, effective, gentle and life-changing.
(02) 5566 2525 View (02) 5566 2525
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Ashlee Helene
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Newtown, NSW 2042
I’m a psychologist who works from a relational, trauma-informed, and body-aware perspective. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, understood, and not rushed into “fixing” yourself. My role isn’t to tell you what to do, but to walk alongside you as we make sense of your experiences, patterns, and nervous system responses. I typically work with adults who feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, overwhelm, emotional reactivity, or disconnection, often shaped by complex trauma, attachment wounds, difficult relationships, or long-standing stress.
I’m a psychologist who works from a relational, trauma-informed, and body-aware perspective. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, understood, and not rushed into “fixing” yourself. My role isn’t to tell you what to do, but to walk alongside you as we make sense of your experiences, patterns, and nervous system responses. I typically work with adults who feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, overwhelm, emotional reactivity, or disconnection, often shaped by complex trauma, attachment wounds, difficult relationships, or long-standing stress.
(02) 7501 1620 View (02) 7501 1620
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Nationwide Grief Counselling
Social Worker, AASW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
When grief or trauma disrupts your sense of safety, life can feel overwhelming and unfamiliar.
I offer a warm, steady, non‑judgemental space where you can safely explore your feelings. We can move forward in a way that feels comfortable for you, paying attention to how your body is reacting and what helps you feel more grounded and supported. I draw on EMDR, polyvagal theory, person‑centred, narrative and IFS‑informed approaches.
When grief or trauma disrupts your sense of safety, life can feel overwhelming and unfamiliar.
I offer a warm, steady, non‑judgemental space where you can safely explore your feelings. We can move forward in a way that feels comfortable for you, paying attention to how your body is reacting and what helps you feel more grounded and supported. I draw on EMDR, polyvagal theory, person‑centred, narrative and IFS‑informed approaches.
(02) 9100 0767 View (02) 9100 0767
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Silvia Din
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Blacktown, NSW 2148
I support individuals across all age groups and from diverse cultural backgrounds in the areas of trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, self-harm, addiction, relationship issues, cross-cultural issues & life transition.
The impact of life experiences and situations can sometimes be unbearable. We can often feel overwhelmed and stuck, wondering “Will this ever end?”. If you resonate with this, you are not alone. Please reach out! There is always a light at the end of the tunnel.
I support individuals across all age groups and from diverse cultural backgrounds in the areas of trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, self-harm, addiction, relationship issues, cross-cultural issues & life transition.
The impact of life experiences and situations can sometimes be unbearable. We can often feel overwhelmed and stuck, wondering “Will this ever end?”. If you resonate with this, you are not alone. Please reach out! There is always a light at the end of the tunnel.
(02) 8609 3753 View (02) 8609 3753
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Sandrine Lonchampt
Counsellor
Online Only
I support adults, older adults and teenagers experiencing grief, loss, bereavement, trauma, and major life transitions.
I am a person-centred, trauma-informed, and master-qualified psychotherapist, registered with PACFA. I offer individual online counselling and psychotherapy grounded in existential, psychodynamic, and narrative approaches (IFS-informed) and creative expression, drawing on the work of Yalom and Rogers. Sessions are warm, reflective, and tailored to you.
I support adults, older adults and teenagers experiencing grief, loss, bereavement, trauma, and major life transitions.
I am a person-centred, trauma-informed, and master-qualified psychotherapist, registered with PACFA. I offer individual online counselling and psychotherapy grounded in existential, psychodynamic, and narrative approaches (IFS-informed) and creative expression, drawing on the work of Yalom and Rogers. Sessions are warm, reflective, and tailored to you.
0431 473 699 View 0431 473 699
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Fiona Giles
Psychotherapist, PhD, ACA-L1
Serves Area
You might be struggling with overwhelming changes, such as grief and loss or life-stage transitions.
I offer a safe, confidential space within which we can explore your needs, and consider what you'd like to achieve, based on the premise that you are the expert in your own life. I use a person-centred approach, drawing on methods suited to your needs, your background and how you prefer to make sense of the world.
You might be struggling with overwhelming changes, such as grief and loss or life-stage transitions.
I offer a safe, confidential space within which we can explore your needs, and consider what you'd like to achieve, based on the premise that you are the expert in your own life. I use a person-centred approach, drawing on methods suited to your needs, your background and how you prefer to make sense of the world.
(02) 9100 0309 View (02) 9100 0309
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Specialist Grief Counselling
Social Worker, PhD, AASW
Naremburn, NSW 2065
Grief can be a misunderstood experience.
I am Dr Leigh Donovan. For over twenty years I have worked in the context of palliative and bereavement care across the lifespan. I lead with curiosity and compassion and bring with me the stories of hundreds of clients . Most important to me is building a trusted relationship where your grief can be can be shared, witnessed, held and honoured.
Grief can be a misunderstood experience.
I am Dr Leigh Donovan. For over twenty years I have worked in the context of palliative and bereavement care across the lifespan. I lead with curiosity and compassion and bring with me the stories of hundreds of clients . Most important to me is building a trusted relationship where your grief can be can be shared, witnessed, held and honoured.
0466 617 267 View 0466 617 267
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Micaella Gogoski
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My ideal client feels stuck in patterns like anxiety, people-pleasing, or emotional numbness. They may not fully understand why, but they long for change and deeper connection, with themselves and others. They’re seeking more than just coping tools; they want real healing, to feel safe in their body, and to reconnect with their true self. They’re drawn to a compassionate, trauma-informed, and holistic approach that supports lasting transformation.
My ideal client feels stuck in patterns like anxiety, people-pleasing, or emotional numbness. They may not fully understand why, but they long for change and deeper connection, with themselves and others. They’re seeking more than just coping tools; they want real healing, to feel safe in their body, and to reconnect with their true self. They’re drawn to a compassionate, trauma-informed, and holistic approach that supports lasting transformation.
0424 600 210 View 0424 600 210
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Bridie Mills
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
In addition to my Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy, I've also completed further training in working with trauma, grief and loss, and family violence.
My name is Bridie Mills (he/him), I'm a counsellor and psychotherapist living and working in Naarm (Melbourne). I deeply value my position as a collaborator with and witness to those I work with and foster my own genuine presence and curiousity throughout my work, and find that from this stance, I am able to offer specific responses to what each person uniquely brings to therapy. In this process I draw upon a number of therapeutic approaches, including Focusing-Oriented Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy and Existential Therapy.
In addition to my Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy, I've also completed further training in working with trauma, grief and loss, and family violence.
My name is Bridie Mills (he/him), I'm a counsellor and psychotherapist living and working in Naarm (Melbourne). I deeply value my position as a collaborator with and witness to those I work with and foster my own genuine presence and curiousity throughout my work, and find that from this stance, I am able to offer specific responses to what each person uniquely brings to therapy. In this process I draw upon a number of therapeutic approaches, including Focusing-Oriented Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy and Existential Therapy.
0493 327 030 View 0493 327 030
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.