Grief Psychologists and Therapists in North Wollongong, NSW
I have a special interest in helping people with trauma, as well as grief and loss.
I provide one-on-one and group sessions in a safe and welcoming space; offering a personalised and compassionate approach to support client well-being. This includes working through issues such as grief and loss, anxiety, depression, past trauma; as well as general life transitions and challenges (personal, family, and professional).
I have a special interest in helping people with trauma, as well as grief and loss.
I provide one-on-one and group sessions in a safe and welcoming space; offering a personalised and compassionate approach to support client well-being. This includes working through issues such as grief and loss, anxiety, depression, past trauma; as well as general life transitions and challenges (personal, family, and professional).
Whether you're hoping to work through painful emotions or memories; significant fears, worries and anxiety; reductions in energy and motivation, negative thought patterns; significant loss; relationship difficulties; or if your goals are focused around personal development, we can work together to find a way forward.
I am particularly focused on supporting people recovering from traumatic events, coping with times of significant transition, or struggling with anxiety and depression. I have a special focus on EMDR treatment, and am a member of EMDRAA. I also have expertise in professional supervision and am a board approved clinical supervisor.
Whether you're hoping to work through painful emotions or memories; significant fears, worries and anxiety; reductions in energy and motivation, negative thought patterns; significant loss; relationship difficulties; or if your goals are focused around personal development, we can work together to find a way forward.
I am particularly focused on supporting people recovering from traumatic events, coping with times of significant transition, or struggling with anxiety and depression. I have a special focus on EMDR treatment, and am a member of EMDRAA. I also have expertise in professional supervision and am a board approved clinical supervisor.
I am very experienced in helping adults cope with depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, ASD, psychosis, trauma, grief, anger, life adjustment issues, emotional dysregulation, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
My therapeutic goal is to always develop a client's insight into their Mental Health challenges, to reduce psychological distress, and to develop more effective coping strategies.
I am very experienced in helping adults cope with depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, ASD, psychosis, trauma, grief, anger, life adjustment issues, emotional dysregulation, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
My therapeutic goal is to always develop a client's insight into their Mental Health challenges, to reduce psychological distress, and to develop more effective coping strategies.
I work with clients from all backgrounds, and any gender, using techniques to help people suffering from a range of mental health issues including mood and adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar & adjustment disorder. I feel passionately about working with people on increasing their self-esteem and assertiveness skills, improving their interpersonal and self care skills. I also love working with couples to rebuild and strengthen relationships.
I work with clients from all backgrounds, and any gender, using techniques to help people suffering from a range of mental health issues including mood and adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar & adjustment disorder. I feel passionately about working with people on increasing their self-esteem and assertiveness skills, improving their interpersonal and self care skills. I also love working with couples to rebuild and strengthen relationships.
I am a registered psychologist with experience supporting people through a number of different concerns. I consider your needs, and aim to tailor therapy to be relevant to yourself. I am motivated to see people engage with their values, connect to the world around them, and build the action that contributes positively to life. It can be challenging to explore your current difficulties, so I appreciate the steps you have taken to better your life. I hope by working together with openness and respect, you might see the change you are after.
I am a registered psychologist with experience supporting people through a number of different concerns. I consider your needs, and aim to tailor therapy to be relevant to yourself. I am motivated to see people engage with their values, connect to the world around them, and build the action that contributes positively to life. It can be challenging to explore your current difficulties, so I appreciate the steps you have taken to better your life. I hope by working together with openness and respect, you might see the change you are after.
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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.
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.
Spirited Life Counselling and
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Berry, NSW 2535
Waitlist for new clients
Issues I can assist with are Anger Management, Anxiety, Childhood Abuse, Depression, Emotional & Physical Abuse, Emotional Crisis, Grief, Loss, Trauma, Cancer and Palliative Care, Life Transitions, Relationships, Self-esteem, Sexual Issues, Stress Management and Couples/Marriage Affairs, Trust Issues and Communication.
I offer is Emotion Focused Therapy which is a well-researched therapy and is excellent for individuals and couples as it targets the emotional experience of a person and their thoughts and behaviours also and gives a wonderful way of understanding yourself and finding your authentic voice. I use EMDR therapy to reprocess trauma memories as an adult or child.
Issues I can assist with are Anger Management, Anxiety, Childhood Abuse, Depression, Emotional & Physical Abuse, Emotional Crisis, Grief, Loss, Trauma, Cancer and Palliative Care, Life Transitions, Relationships, Self-esteem, Sexual Issues, Stress Management and Couples/Marriage Affairs, Trust Issues and Communication.
I offer is Emotion Focused Therapy which is a well-researched therapy and is excellent for individuals and couples as it targets the emotional experience of a person and their thoughts and behaviours also and gives a wonderful way of understanding yourself and finding your authentic voice. I use EMDR therapy to reprocess trauma memories as an adult or child.
At the heart of my approach is a firm belief in an individual’s capacity for growth. I don’t use one particular therapy pathway; my method honours individuality, using a range of strategies for the best outcomes for you personally. Increasing self awareness is our biggest opportunity to grow. Most often, when we’re experiencing something challenging, the key piece of the puzzle is understanding why we’re feeling what we’re feeling, why we’re doing what we’re doing, and why we’re experiencing what we’re experiencing. This helps us change unhelpful cycles & behaviours. My approach is effective for a range of life’s challenges.
At the heart of my approach is a firm belief in an individual’s capacity for growth. I don’t use one particular therapy pathway; my method honours individuality, using a range of strategies for the best outcomes for you personally. Increasing self awareness is our biggest opportunity to grow. Most often, when we’re experiencing something challenging, the key piece of the puzzle is understanding why we’re feeling what we’re feeling, why we’re doing what we’re doing, and why we’re experiencing what we’re experiencing. This helps us change unhelpful cycles & behaviours. My approach is effective for a range of life’s challenges.
Or feeling crushed by grief and sadness.
I am a specialist in bringing health and healing to relationships, and companioning people working through the pain and sadness of grief and loss. I am warm, compassionate, experienced, and I really care about the people who come to me for help. I am an Emotionally Focused Therapist but also work with other modalities to help bring healing.
Or feeling crushed by grief and sadness.
I am a specialist in bringing health and healing to relationships, and companioning people working through the pain and sadness of grief and loss. I am warm, compassionate, experienced, and I really care about the people who come to me for help. I am an Emotionally Focused Therapist but also work with other modalities to help bring healing.
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.
Through my therapeutic work I have realised that in order to heal and resolve our deep emotional wounds we must focus on the whole picture, our mind, body and our soul. If we want to create lasting transformation, we must switch off the autopilot, our habitual thoughts and behavioural patterns that have been working against us. We must be willing to take the first steps towards discovering who we truly are. Discovering our true authentic self and our worth, is the most empowering experience that we can achieve on our healing journey. In the words of E. Tolle, “You do not become good by trying to be good, but by finding the goodness
Through my therapeutic work I have realised that in order to heal and resolve our deep emotional wounds we must focus on the whole picture, our mind, body and our soul. If we want to create lasting transformation, we must switch off the autopilot, our habitual thoughts and behavioural patterns that have been working against us. We must be willing to take the first steps towards discovering who we truly are. Discovering our true authentic self and our worth, is the most empowering experience that we can achieve on our healing journey. In the words of E. Tolle, “You do not become good by trying to be good, but by finding the goodness
Many come with anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, life transitions, or ongoing relational challenges, often feeling stuck or overwhelmed.
I provide professional counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples, specialising in anxiety, relationships, grief, and life transitions. I am dedicated to supporting you as a whole person—mind, body, and spirit—integrating evidence-based therapies with a compassionate, culturally aware approach to foster safety, insight, and lasting change.
Many come with anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, life transitions, or ongoing relational challenges, often feeling stuck or overwhelmed.
I provide professional counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples, specialising in anxiety, relationships, grief, and life transitions. I am dedicated to supporting you as a whole person—mind, body, and spirit—integrating evidence-based therapies with a compassionate, culturally aware approach to foster safety, insight, and lasting change.
Lauren works with clients experiencing anxiety, ADHD, grief and loss, as well as stress, burnout, and bereavement, including the loss of a beloved pet.
Lauren is a highly-skilled psychologist with over 10 years experience. Her approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and an attachment-informed, trauma-aware lens to help clients better understand longstanding patterns, strengthen emotional wellbeing, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Lauren works with clients experiencing anxiety, ADHD, grief and loss, as well as stress, burnout, and bereavement, including the loss of a beloved pet.
Lauren is a highly-skilled psychologist with over 10 years experience. Her approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and an attachment-informed, trauma-aware lens to help clients better understand longstanding patterns, strengthen emotional wellbeing, and create meaningful, lasting change.
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.
You might be navigating anxiety, burnout, grief, parenting pressures, perfectionism, relationship strain… or simply a season of life that feels heavier than you expected.
Whether we sit together in my private counselling room in Caringbah, walk side-by-side in nature in Walk & Talk Therapy, or connect online from anywhere in Australia, this is a space where you can put some of the pressures of life down.
My clients tend to lead very busy lives so I offer flexible options such as weekday, evening and weekend appointments.
You might be navigating anxiety, burnout, grief, parenting pressures, perfectionism, relationship strain… or simply a season of life that feels heavier than you expected.
Whether we sit together in my private counselling room in Caringbah, walk side-by-side in nature in Walk & Talk Therapy, or connect online from anywhere in Australia, this is a space where you can put some of the pressures of life down.
My clients tend to lead very busy lives so I offer flexible options such as weekday, evening and weekend appointments.
I strive to ensure my clients feel heard, understood and respected, regardless of their situation, past or concern. Taking a positive psychology and humanistic approach, I fundamentally believe that every person has a unique strength and I strive to maximise and build upon that strength. I focus on the person as a whole and want to help people be the best version of themselves. Moving away from a deficit focus, I use strengths-based approaches with my clients. I aim to continuously provide clients with respect, a collaborative approach to working on goals, with compassion and authenticity.
I strive to ensure my clients feel heard, understood and respected, regardless of their situation, past or concern. Taking a positive psychology and humanistic approach, I fundamentally believe that every person has a unique strength and I strive to maximise and build upon that strength. I focus on the person as a whole and want to help people be the best version of themselves. Moving away from a deficit focus, I use strengths-based approaches with my clients. I aim to continuously provide clients with respect, a collaborative approach to working on goals, with compassion and authenticity.
My specialties include mental health issues such as depression/anxiety, grief, PTSD, and emotional trauma.
Sometimes life is hard. We look around and think 'how did I become this person?' Or even have us questioning who we are. During these times it can be helpful to seek some clarity from someone without bias or judgment. As a trauma-informed counsellor, I am passionate about helping people face the challenges life brings & doing all I can to equip them to overcome whatever it is they may be going through. We are not meant to struggle through alone.
My specialties include mental health issues such as depression/anxiety, grief, PTSD, and emotional trauma.
Sometimes life is hard. We look around and think 'how did I become this person?' Or even have us questioning who we are. During these times it can be helpful to seek some clarity from someone without bias or judgment. As a trauma-informed counsellor, I am passionate about helping people face the challenges life brings & doing all I can to equip them to overcome whatever it is they may be going through. We are not meant to struggle through alone.
I believe every person has the capacity for growth and healing with the right support. As a counsellor, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to explore challenges, reconnect with strengths, and find new ways forward. With 14+ years in the community sector and training in counselling, play, and art therapy, I take a holistic, client-centred approach tailored to your unique needs. Whether through talk, creative expression, or practical tools, I aim to empower you with insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
I believe every person has the capacity for growth and healing with the right support. As a counsellor, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to explore challenges, reconnect with strengths, and find new ways forward. With 14+ years in the community sector and training in counselling, play, and art therapy, I take a holistic, client-centred approach tailored to your unique needs. Whether through talk, creative expression, or practical tools, I aim to empower you with insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or navigating grief, loss, or life transitions, you’re not alone.
I specialise in grief and loss, perinatal support (including perinatal loss), anxiety, and working with highly sensitive people. I offer a calm, supportive space for all ages to process your experiences, understand your emotions, and develop practical coping strategies so you can feel more steady, confident, and supported through life’s challenges.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or navigating grief, loss, or life transitions, you’re not alone.
I specialise in grief and loss, perinatal support (including perinatal loss), anxiety, and working with highly sensitive people. I offer a calm, supportive space for all ages to process your experiences, understand your emotions, and develop practical coping strategies so you can feel more steady, confident, and supported through life’s challenges.
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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.