Grief Psychologists and Therapists in Lidcombe, NSW
At Valor Life, Mel creates a calm, safe and welcoming environment for all clients. She has a passion to help clients find their true identity by working through trauma, anxiety, distress, family and relational difficulties.
Mel is a first generation Australian with Vietnamese ethnicity and a devoted Christian. She believes in healing holistically - spirit, soul and body - and is able to incorporate Christian beliefs and values in her practice.
At Valor Life, Mel creates a calm, safe and welcoming environment for all clients. She has a passion to help clients find their true identity by working through trauma, anxiety, distress, family and relational difficulties.
Mel is a first generation Australian with Vietnamese ethnicity and a devoted Christian. She believes in healing holistically - spirit, soul and body - and is able to incorporate Christian beliefs and values in her practice.
Feeling Stressed, Stuck, Worn Down, or Shut Off? Support is available to help navigate stress, burnout, unresolved trauma, difficult family dynamics and emotional overload — even when everything looks “fine” on the outside.
I also provide confidential services coaching professionals prepare for interviews, exams and other high stress events such as medical specialisation, fellowship and viva exams.
Catering for those with a busy schedule with in person sessions offered on Saturdays in Croydon (Sydney Inner West) or flexibly with telehealth throughout the week.
Workcover, CTP and SIRA referrals are also accepted.
Feeling Stressed, Stuck, Worn Down, or Shut Off? Support is available to help navigate stress, burnout, unresolved trauma, difficult family dynamics and emotional overload — even when everything looks “fine” on the outside.
I also provide confidential services coaching professionals prepare for interviews, exams and other high stress events such as medical specialisation, fellowship and viva exams.
Catering for those with a busy schedule with in person sessions offered on Saturdays in Croydon (Sydney Inner West) or flexibly with telehealth throughout the week.
Workcover, CTP and SIRA referrals are also accepted.
I am an accredited social worker with 24 years of experience working across Sydney. I have experience working 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 am an accredited social worker with 24 years of experience working across Sydney. I have experience working 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.
My areas of interest and expertise are complex trauma, Depression/Post Natal Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, OCD, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Workplace injury Bullying, Stress, and anger management Interpersonal and relationship difficulties Grief, Trauma/Abuse, Personality Disorders Domestic Violence, Disability, Self-harm Suicidal Ideation
My approach to psychotherapy is integrative. I am sensitive to individual client needs and tailor therapy techniques that best suit a client’s problem. I am skilled in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness based Cognitive Therapy, EMDR, Schema Therapy and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
My areas of interest and expertise are complex trauma, Depression/Post Natal Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, OCD, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Workplace injury Bullying, Stress, and anger management Interpersonal and relationship difficulties Grief, Trauma/Abuse, Personality Disorders Domestic Violence, Disability, Self-harm Suicidal Ideation
My approach to psychotherapy is integrative. I am sensitive to individual client needs and tailor therapy techniques that best suit a client’s problem. I am skilled in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness based Cognitive Therapy, EMDR, Schema Therapy and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
including but not limited to neurodevelopmental conditions, grief counselling, and complex trauma.
My clients are individuals confronting a range of challenges, and my mission is to provide them with personalised support to navigate and overcome these obstacles. Many express diminished confidence in accessing services after previous attempts for help. Whether guiding parents through their child's neurodevelopmental journey or supporting children and adults seeking emotional well-being through intervention and assessments, I am motivated to assist them in overcoming challenges and navigating the right therapeutic path to achieve their goals. My skills lie in addressing diverse psychological issues-
including but not limited to neurodevelopmental conditions, grief counselling, and complex trauma.
My clients are individuals confronting a range of challenges, and my mission is to provide them with personalised support to navigate and overcome these obstacles. Many express diminished confidence in accessing services after previous attempts for help. Whether guiding parents through their child's neurodevelopmental journey or supporting children and adults seeking emotional well-being through intervention and assessments, I am motivated to assist them in overcoming challenges and navigating the right therapeutic path to achieve their goals. My skills lie in addressing diverse psychological issues-
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As a counsellor I cannot use Mental Health Care Plans.
I provide Monday-Wednesday evening sessions.
I specialise in supporting clients in all aspects of relationship: family counselling, pre-marriage counselling, couples counselling, and post-relationship counselling. Clients have said working with a male counsellor often brings a different perspective. With over 20 years experience and over 15,000 sessions completed, I have worked with individuals and couples, locally, interstate, and overseas who are experiencing difficulties in their relationship. I offer face-to-face and online sessions. Find my website for more details
As a counsellor I cannot use Mental Health Care Plans.
I provide Monday-Wednesday evening sessions.
I specialise in supporting clients in all aspects of relationship: family counselling, pre-marriage counselling, couples counselling, and post-relationship counselling. Clients have said working with a male counsellor often brings a different perspective. With over 20 years experience and over 15,000 sessions completed, I have worked with individuals and couples, locally, interstate, and overseas who are experiencing difficulties in their relationship. I offer face-to-face and online sessions. Find my website for more details
Patricia Crosato
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Windsor, NSW 2756
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in all areas of trauma and relationship difficulties. I focus on healing from the impacts of trauma, finding peace and thriving. I am passionate about empowering you to develop the skills needed for healthy and satisfying relationships.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in all areas of trauma and relationship difficulties. I focus on healing from the impacts of trauma, finding peace and thriving. I am passionate about empowering you to develop the skills needed for healthy and satisfying relationships.
Affirming, effective therapy for individuals and couples, tailored to your unique needs and specialising in ADHD. Therapy isn't a one size fits all. I take great care to deeply understand you and draw together the most effective methods to suit you. I bring deep understanding of the challenges and strengths of ADHD and can support your journey of self-understanding and growth.
Whether you're seeking deeper discovery, fresh insight, relief from distress, or a way to break free of old patterns, I can help you navigate the complexities of life and relationships to make meaningful change.
Kit Pope, Wild & Precious therapy
Affirming, effective therapy for individuals and couples, tailored to your unique needs and specialising in ADHD. Therapy isn't a one size fits all. I take great care to deeply understand you and draw together the most effective methods to suit you. I bring deep understanding of the challenges and strengths of ADHD and can support your journey of self-understanding and growth.
Whether you're seeking deeper discovery, fresh insight, relief from distress, or a way to break free of old patterns, I can help you navigate the complexities of life and relationships to make meaningful change.
Kit Pope, Wild & Precious therapy
If you're looking for a therapist that values honesty, humour, and actually getting to the point to support you with burnout, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma or any kind of life transition, we might be a great fit!
I believe in offering a therapy experience that doesn't feel overly stuffy or clinical. Many people love a clinical approach, but for those who don't, it can feel really daunting. I aim to provide support that feels authentic, where clients can come exactly as they are.
If you're looking for a therapist that values honesty, humour, and actually getting to the point to support you with burnout, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma or any kind of life transition, we might be a great fit!
I believe in offering a therapy experience that doesn't feel overly stuffy or clinical. Many people love a clinical approach, but for those who don't, it can feel really daunting. I aim to provide support that feels authentic, where clients can come exactly as they are.
They live with anxiety, grief, the long aftermath of trauma, or the quiet disconnection that comes from years of carrying more than felt sustainable.
I am an Accredited Social Worker (AASW) and PhD candidate in mental health. My work is informed by lived experience of caregiving, migration, and suicide bereavement, alongside fifteen years in mental health and senior leadership. Recognition includes the AASW Social Worker of the Year (2025) and the 2026 Suicide Prevention Australia LiFE Awards.
They live with anxiety, grief, the long aftermath of trauma, or the quiet disconnection that comes from years of carrying more than felt sustainable.
I am an Accredited Social Worker (AASW) and PhD candidate in mental health. My work is informed by lived experience of caregiving, migration, and suicide bereavement, alongside fifteen years in mental health and senior leadership. Recognition includes the AASW Social Worker of the Year (2025) and the 2026 Suicide Prevention Australia LiFE Awards.
Gentle, compassionate support for women & partners navigating fertility issues, loss, pregnancy & birth trauma.
What makes working with me different? I integrate my lived experience, with specialist perinatal & grief training, evidence-based therapies like EMDR, somatic practices & meditation. It isn’t a one-size-fits-all space; it’s a space where you can be yourself, feel what you need to feel, & find real, honest support that resonates with where you are right now.
Gentle, compassionate support for women & partners navigating fertility issues, loss, pregnancy & birth trauma.
What makes working with me different? I integrate my lived experience, with specialist perinatal & grief training, evidence-based therapies like EMDR, somatic practices & meditation. It isn’t a one-size-fits-all space; it’s a space where you can be yourself, feel what you need to feel, & find real, honest support that resonates with where you are right now.
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.
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.
I also specialise in grief counselling, which includes relationship breakdown, health challenges, and the death of someone deeply loved.
I help you navigate grief with compassionate, professional support grounded in lived experience of loss. With decades in the helping profession and working as a bereavement counsellor, at present, I offer culturally sensitive counselling where your story is honoured, your emotions are welcomed, and healing unfolds at your pace.
I also specialise in grief counselling, which includes relationship breakdown, health challenges, and the death of someone deeply loved.
I help you navigate grief with compassionate, professional support grounded in lived experience of loss. With decades in the helping profession and working as a bereavement counsellor, at present, I offer culturally sensitive counselling where your story is honoured, your emotions are welcomed, and healing unfolds at your pace.
You are infinitely more than your mind, so welcome to healing beyond words. As a Somatic Psychotherapist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I apply a body-oriented approach to growth and change. We meet your intuitive knowing and deep curiosity by actively tapping into the connection between mind and body to ease suffering, renegotiate trauma and build resilience. Through safe therapeutic relationship, loving presence, and gentle guidance, together we re-pattern unhelpful imprints through experiences in the present. When we invite all of ourselves to show up and heal in a safe space, our strength and capacity for joy expand.
You are infinitely more than your mind, so welcome to healing beyond words. As a Somatic Psychotherapist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I apply a body-oriented approach to growth and change. We meet your intuitive knowing and deep curiosity by actively tapping into the connection between mind and body to ease suffering, renegotiate trauma and build resilience. Through safe therapeutic relationship, loving presence, and gentle guidance, together we re-pattern unhelpful imprints through experiences in the present. When we invite all of ourselves to show up and heal in a safe space, our strength and capacity for joy expand.
My ideal clients are individuals and couples ready to explore what's keeping them stuck — in old patterns, relationship struggles, or simply a life that no longer feels their own. Many carry early attachment wounds that quietly shape their present. I work relationally, creating a space where clients feel genuinely safe and heard. Together we explore what drives their patterns, rebuild trust in themselves and others, and find a way forward with greater clarity and freedom.
My ideal clients are individuals and couples ready to explore what's keeping them stuck — in old patterns, relationship struggles, or simply a life that no longer feels their own. Many carry early attachment wounds that quietly shape their present. I work relationally, creating a space where clients feel genuinely safe and heard. Together we explore what drives their patterns, rebuild trust in themselves and others, and find a way forward with greater clarity and freedom.
Dianne's qualifications include B.A. (Psychology). Dipp.App.Psych. APHRA and has 20 years experience in private practice. Dianne has experience working with children, adolescents and adults with both anxiety and depression mood disorders. Dianne also work extensively with clients (both physical and/or mental trauma) within the work injury and motor vehicle injury insurance schemes, specialising in assessment, treatment, medico-legal reporting and expert witness court appearances.
Dianne's qualifications include B.A. (Psychology). Dipp.App.Psych. APHRA and has 20 years experience in private practice. Dianne has experience working with children, adolescents and adults with both anxiety and depression mood disorders. Dianne also work extensively with clients (both physical and/or mental trauma) within the work injury and motor vehicle injury insurance schemes, specialising in assessment, treatment, medico-legal reporting and expert witness court appearances.
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. Our work is collaborative and paced to what feels manageable, with attention to your nervous system and sense of safety. I draw on EMDR (including R‑TEP and ASSYST), 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. Our work is collaborative and paced to what feels manageable, with attention to your nervous system and sense of safety. I draw on EMDR (including R‑TEP and ASSYST), person‑centred, narrative and IFS‑informed approaches.
I support individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions and addiction.
You may notice that despite your best efforts, stress, conflict, or painful memories keep resurfacing. Your mind might race, your body may feel tense, or you may find it hard to stay present and calm. These experiences are not signs of weakness. They’re signs that your nervous system has been working hard to keep you safe. Over time, those protective responses can leave you feeling disconnected, on edge, or exhausted. Healing begins when we start to listen to these signals with curiosity and compassion, understanding what your mind and body are trying to tell you, and gently creating space for balance and renewal.
I support individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions and addiction.
You may notice that despite your best efforts, stress, conflict, or painful memories keep resurfacing. Your mind might race, your body may feel tense, or you may find it hard to stay present and calm. These experiences are not signs of weakness. They’re signs that your nervous system has been working hard to keep you safe. Over time, those protective responses can leave you feeling disconnected, on edge, or exhausted. Healing begins when we start to listen to these signals with curiosity and compassion, understanding what your mind and body are trying to tell you, and gently creating space for balance and renewal.
You may be considering support for yourself or your child and looking for a space that feels calm, respectful, and supportive. This might be due to worries such as anxiety, academic stress, emotional ups and downs, or feeling unsure about how to best support your child through a challenging time. I provide psychological intervention and therapeutic support for children, young people, university students, and families, tailored to each individual’s needs.
I also support adults experiencing anxiety and low mood.
Please note: I do not conduct ADHD or Autism diagnostic assessments for children, adolescents, or adults.
You may be considering support for yourself or your child and looking for a space that feels calm, respectful, and supportive. This might be due to worries such as anxiety, academic stress, emotional ups and downs, or feeling unsure about how to best support your child through a challenging time. I provide psychological intervention and therapeutic support for children, young people, university students, and families, tailored to each individual’s needs.
I also support adults experiencing anxiety and low mood.
Please note: I do not conduct ADHD or Autism diagnostic assessments for children, adolescents, or adults.
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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.