Grief Psychologists and Therapists in Ermington, NSW
I am an experienced and compassionate Clinical Psychologist providing trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and gender-affirming care for adolescents (12+) and adults. I work collaboratively with clients experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and gender diversity, including gender dysphoria. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual and draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and other evidence-based interventions. I also provide ADHD, Autism, and WPATH/AusPATH gender-affirming assessments using the Model of Informed Consent
I am an experienced and compassionate Clinical Psychologist providing trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and gender-affirming care for adolescents (12+) and adults. I work collaboratively with clients experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and gender diversity, including gender dysphoria. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual and draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and other evidence-based interventions. I also provide ADHD, Autism, and WPATH/AusPATH gender-affirming assessments using the Model of Informed Consent
I am an easy going psychologist who doesnt take things too seriously, however I still love to produce results. I have a wealth of experience under the NDIS, but do delve into private, work cover, CTP and victims services to broaden my experience.
I like to ensure I am the right psychologist first, and try to help refer out to someone who is suitable if I am not.
I am an easy going psychologist who doesnt take things too seriously, however I still love to produce results. I have a wealth of experience under the NDIS, but do delve into private, work cover, CTP and victims services to broaden my experience.
I like to ensure I am the right psychologist first, and try to help refer out to someone who is suitable if I am not.
I work with individuals aged 15 years and above who experience mild to severe levels of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress, sleep issues, intrusive and/or self-loathing thoughts, interpersonal issues, complicated grief, childhood trauma and personality disorders.
I incorporate a range of evidence-based treatments, including Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal therapy (IPT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), mindfulness and relaxation techniques.
I work with individuals aged 15 years and above who experience mild to severe levels of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress, sleep issues, intrusive and/or self-loathing thoughts, interpersonal issues, complicated grief, childhood trauma and personality disorders.
I incorporate a range of evidence-based treatments, including Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal therapy (IPT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), mindfulness and relaxation techniques.
Im an accredited mental social worker with 25 years of experience working across Sydney. Ive worked for NGOs, and State and Federal Government agencies in counselling, community development, case management, disaster recovery, group work and delivering training. I enjoy engaging with diverse individuals and families at varied stages of life, providing therapeutic intervention, and working towards positive change. I am available to provide a variety of support services to assist individuals with reaching their goals. I use talk therapy and creative therapy techniques and a strengths based approach to work towards change.
Im an accredited mental social worker with 25 years of experience working across Sydney. Ive worked for NGOs, and State and Federal Government agencies in counselling, community development, case management, disaster recovery, group work and delivering training. I enjoy engaging with diverse individuals and families at varied stages of life, providing therapeutic intervention, and working towards positive change. I am available to provide a variety of support services to assist individuals with reaching their goals. I use talk therapy and creative therapy techniques and a strengths based approach to work towards change.
I have been a counsellor, case manager & youth worker since 2008. Prior to 2016 I worked primarily with young people & their families, however I can & have worked with people across the age spectrum, all with unique & varied needs. Counselling is an individual experience & I want you to feel that no matter what, your needs are important. This is why I aim to provide an accessible, affordable & sustainable service. I believe I can help you on your journey towards the best version of yourself. Contact me for a free 15 minute phone consult & see if you agree.
I have been a counsellor, case manager & youth worker since 2008. Prior to 2016 I worked primarily with young people & their families, however I can & have worked with people across the age spectrum, all with unique & varied needs. Counselling is an individual experience & I want you to feel that no matter what, your needs are important. This is why I aim to provide an accessible, affordable & sustainable service. I believe I can help you on your journey towards the best version of yourself. Contact me for a free 15 minute phone consult & see if you agree.
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I hold two majors — Grief & Loss and Child Development & Effective Parenting — which allows me to support a wide range of clients, from those navigating deep emotional pain to parents wanting more confidence and connection with their children.
I offer compassionate, practical support tailored to each person’s unique needs.
I hold two majors — Grief & Loss and Child Development & Effective Parenting — which allows me to support a wide range of clients, from those navigating deep emotional pain to parents wanting more confidence and connection with their children.
I offer compassionate, practical support tailored to each person’s unique needs.
I now have the privilege of helping others through their life challenges, family, parenting, relationship issues, grief, mental health, whatever the struggle is.
I believe the counselling process is sacred and it is an honour and privilege to be trusted with someone’s story. I understand counselling is not necessarily an easy process, thus I believe it is important to meet my clients where they are at and work at a pace that suits them. Encouraging clients to work with me and always give them choices along the way.
I now have the privilege of helping others through their life challenges, family, parenting, relationship issues, grief, mental health, whatever the struggle is.
I believe the counselling process is sacred and it is an honour and privilege to be trusted with someone’s story. I understand counselling is not necessarily an easy process, thus I believe it is important to meet my clients where they are at and work at a pace that suits them. Encouraging clients to work with me and always give them choices along the way.
I have experienced with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, adjustment problems and relationship concerns.
I am passionate to help clients overcome their challenges and take meaningful steps toward a better future. By exploring clients' internal conflicts and working on underlying vulnerabilities, I assist clients in finding ways together to alleviate or solve them.
I have experienced with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, adjustment problems and relationship concerns.
I am passionate to help clients overcome their challenges and take meaningful steps toward a better future. By exploring clients' internal conflicts and working on underlying vulnerabilities, I assist clients in finding ways together to alleviate or solve them.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and loss, trauma, addiction, burnout, ADHD, and major life transitions with a particular interest in supporting individuals to process trauma.
I provide a warm, supportive space where we can explore the emotional patterns, experiences and relationships that shape how you experience yourself and the world around you.
With a certificate in Trauma Treatment, I work to clients build insight, better manage difficult emotions, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful and lasting change.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and loss, trauma, addiction, burnout, ADHD, and major life transitions with a particular interest in supporting individuals to process trauma.
I provide a warm, supportive space where we can explore the emotional patterns, experiences and relationships that shape how you experience yourself and the world around you.
With a certificate in Trauma Treatment, I work to clients build insight, better manage difficult emotions, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful and lasting change.
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.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Specialist Grief and Bereavement Counsellor.
With over 18 years of clinical experience, I have worked across a wide range of settings, offering support to individuals and families during some of the most difficult and heart-breaking moments of their lives. This includes Coronial matters, paediatric oncology, missing persons, and end of life care.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Specialist Grief and Bereavement Counsellor.
With over 18 years of clinical experience, I have worked across a wide range of settings, offering support to individuals and families during some of the most difficult and heart-breaking moments of their lives. This includes Coronial matters, paediatric oncology, missing persons, and end of life care.
I believe that trust is the highest form of human motivation and tricky situations challenge it in ourselves. We can have strengths that are as salient and unique as the barriers we face. My clients can have a good insight into themselves or their situation. They may have qualities that set them up for life or have achievements and yet experience significant setbacks that impact their mental health. I work largely with women navigating their pregnancy, parents with young children (up to 4 yrs), immigrants or people of a multi-racial background navigating change in a personal or professional context.
I believe that trust is the highest form of human motivation and tricky situations challenge it in ourselves. We can have strengths that are as salient and unique as the barriers we face. My clients can have a good insight into themselves or their situation. They may have qualities that set them up for life or have achievements and yet experience significant setbacks that impact their mental health. I work largely with women navigating their pregnancy, parents with young children (up to 4 yrs), immigrants or people of a multi-racial background navigating change in a personal or professional context.
I honour the innate wisdom in all of us, and hold deep respect and compassion for people. My aim is to provide a safe, compassionate and healing space, where you can talk about, explore and find solutions to what's really happening in your life and whatever brings you to counselling. I will support you to create a healthy relationship and connection with yourself and others, and will walk with you, as you overcome the obstacles, and celebrate the steps you take towards living more of the life you desire.
I honour the innate wisdom in all of us, and hold deep respect and compassion for people. My aim is to provide a safe, compassionate and healing space, where you can talk about, explore and find solutions to what's really happening in your life and whatever brings you to counselling. I will support you to create a healthy relationship and connection with yourself and others, and will walk with you, as you overcome the obstacles, and celebrate the steps you take towards living more of the life you desire.
You may be carrying grief, isolation, 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.
You may be carrying grief, isolation, 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.
You may be struggling with stress, low mood, a relationship or separation, grief and loss, caring for an ageing parent, or a major life change that has left you wondering what comes next.
I am a Counsellor and Art Therapist with many years’ experience in private practice and residential rehabilitation. I integrate counselling and creative approaches to support people experiencing anxiety, grief, life transitions, relationship difficulties and patterns of numbing emotions through alcohol, food or shopping and other sabotaging behaviours .
You may be struggling with stress, low mood, a relationship or separation, grief and loss, caring for an ageing parent, or a major life change that has left you wondering what comes next.
I am a Counsellor and Art Therapist with many years’ experience in private practice and residential rehabilitation. I integrate counselling and creative approaches to support people experiencing anxiety, grief, life transitions, relationship difficulties and patterns of numbing emotions through alcohol, food or shopping and other sabotaging behaviours .
My focus is entirely on your unique relationship with your pet and supporting you through your loss.
My path to counselling has been shaped by a deep reverence for the bond between humans and their companions. I believe in the power of sitting with you in the “unknowing.” I don’t rush to find easy answers to life’s unfairness; instead, I offer a real, authentic relationship where you are seen and held exactly as you are.
My focus is entirely on your unique relationship with your pet and supporting you through your loss.
My path to counselling has been shaped by a deep reverence for the bond between humans and their companions. I believe in the power of sitting with you in the “unknowing.” I don’t rush to find easy answers to life’s unfairness; instead, I offer a real, authentic relationship where you are seen and held exactly as you are.
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.
I work with people who feel worn down by trauma, stress, and emotional pain. You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself or others, and tired of having to hold everything together. You’re looking for relief, a clearer understanding of what’s happening inside, and a way to feel steadier and more like yourself again. Above all, you want a safe, respectful space where your experiences make sense, you feel genuinely heard, and real change can begin.
I work with people who feel worn down by trauma, stress, and emotional pain. You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself or others, and tired of having to hold everything together. You’re looking for relief, a clearer understanding of what’s happening inside, and a way to feel steadier and more like yourself again. Above all, you want a safe, respectful space where your experiences make sense, you feel genuinely heard, and real change can begin.
Ashleigh is a warm and compassionate psychologist who supports individuals navigating a variety of concerns, with a special interest in complex life transitions, including cancer, chronic illness, grief, and late diagnosis ADHD/ASD.
Ashleigh works with adolescents, young adults and adults across a variety of concerns, including anxiety and mood disorders. She brings particular experience supporting individuals navigating adjustment to diagnosis, health anxiety, identity shifts, end of life care, survivorship and the emotional impact of health-related challenges.
Ashleigh is a warm and compassionate psychologist who supports individuals navigating a variety of concerns, with a special interest in complex life transitions, including cancer, chronic illness, grief, and late diagnosis ADHD/ASD.
Ashleigh works with adolescents, young adults and adults across a variety of concerns, including anxiety and mood disorders. She brings particular experience supporting individuals navigating adjustment to diagnosis, health anxiety, identity shifts, end of life care, survivorship and the emotional impact of health-related challenges.
The presenting symptom could be grief, anxiety, depression, arguments, irritability or any form of dysfunctional behaviour - the underlying issue has to be addressed.
Psychology is a rich discipline. We work with blatant mental health issues, as well as physical health issues such as chronic pain or illness, weight or eating disorders, grief and the responses to difficult life circumstances and work stress. As a Health and Clinical Psychologist, I work with all these presenting problems, especially with couples affected.
The presenting symptom could be grief, anxiety, depression, arguments, irritability or any form of dysfunctional behaviour - the underlying issue has to be addressed.
Psychology is a rich discipline. We work with blatant mental health issues, as well as physical health issues such as chronic pain or illness, weight or eating disorders, grief and the responses to difficult life circumstances and work stress. As a Health and Clinical Psychologist, I work with all these presenting problems, especially with couples affected.
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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.