Grief Psychologists and Therapists in Ocean Shores, NSW
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.
• You are experiencing sorrow regarding life-altering circumstances, health issues, loss of meaning, aging
Counselling and psychotherapy are about finding your way toward a life of contentment and purpose. Drawing on the various psychological, psychotherapeutic, and counselling skills I have learned, will support you through challenging times. This support can guide you to to inner strengths, awareness of repeating pattern and their root causes.
• You are experiencing sorrow regarding life-altering circumstances, health issues, loss of meaning, aging
Counselling and psychotherapy are about finding your way toward a life of contentment and purpose. Drawing on the various psychological, psychotherapeutic, and counselling skills I have learned, will support you through challenging times. This support can guide you to to inner strengths, awareness of repeating pattern and their root causes.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, or life’s transitions?
I specialise in supporting adults and adolescents with trauma, anxiety, grief, life transitions, and depression. Using a client-centred approach, I combine traditional talk therapy with expressive modalities like Sandplay and somatic exploration. Together, we will uncover your strengths, build coping strategies, and create a path toward emotional well-being.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, or life’s transitions?
I specialise in supporting adults and adolescents with trauma, anxiety, grief, life transitions, and depression. Using a client-centred approach, I combine traditional talk therapy with expressive modalities like Sandplay and somatic exploration. Together, we will uncover your strengths, build coping strategies, and create a path toward emotional well-being.
Jennifer Lalor Somatic Psychotherapy/EMDR
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Whatever your situation, I know you are a unique individual with your own blend of needs. I create a non-judgemental space for you to explore whatever has brought you to seek my support and I can help you discover the next steps for your life.
Whatever your situation, I know you are a unique individual with your own blend of needs. I create a non-judgemental space for you to explore whatever has brought you to seek my support and I can help you discover the next steps for your life.
I provide counselling and psychotherapy services to individuals, couples and families in Ocean Shores and have a busy private practice.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (Medicare rebates available ), a clinical member and accredited supervisor of the Australian Association of Family Therapy (AAFT) and have master’s qualifications in both Social Work and Couple & Family Therapy. I also offer professional supervision and training to health professionals.
I provide counselling and psychotherapy services to individuals, couples and families in Ocean Shores and have a busy private practice.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (Medicare rebates available ), a clinical member and accredited supervisor of the Australian Association of Family Therapy (AAFT) and have master’s qualifications in both Social Work and Couple & Family Therapy. I also offer professional supervision and training to health professionals.
I’m a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapist who works from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens. With a background in Gestalt therapy and a personal understanding of AUDHD and complex trauma, I offer compassionate, creative support for sensitive souls, neurodivergent adults, overwhelmed parents, and anyone navigating life transitions or self-doubt.
I’m a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapist who works from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens. With a background in Gestalt therapy and a personal understanding of AUDHD and complex trauma, I offer compassionate, creative support for sensitive souls, neurodivergent adults, overwhelmed parents, and anyone navigating life transitions or self-doubt.
I work with individuals experiencing an array of mental health issues including life transitions, loss and grief and the impact of childhood traumas to name a few.
I have a passion for integrating contemporary psychology with Mindfulness-based therapies. I draw from the traditions of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and somatically focused therapies, including working with 'parts' utilising the TIST model (Trauma-Informed Stabilisation Therapy).
I work with individuals experiencing an array of mental health issues including life transitions, loss and grief and the impact of childhood traumas to name a few.
I have a passion for integrating contemporary psychology with Mindfulness-based therapies. I draw from the traditions of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and somatically focused therapies, including working with 'parts' utilising the TIST model (Trauma-Informed Stabilisation Therapy).
I provide a safe, supportive and nurturing space, and the sessions are tailored to address your personal life issues, needs and goals. As a Body Orientated Trauma informed Gestalt Therapist, and Senior Journey Practitioner, I enjoy assisting individuals on their unique journey to Wellness. The Therapy sessions are focused in the 'here and now' experience which holds our entire and unique history.
I provide a safe, supportive and nurturing space, and the sessions are tailored to address your personal life issues, needs and goals. As a Body Orientated Trauma informed Gestalt Therapist, and Senior Journey Practitioner, I enjoy assisting individuals on their unique journey to Wellness. The Therapy sessions are focused in the 'here and now' experience which holds our entire and unique history.
I work with women through life transitions including motherhood, loss (incl. pregnancy loss), anxiety and depression.
I have a Masters of Counselling with experience in humanistic, psychodymamic and behavioural approaches. I also have an interest in mindfulness-based somatic counselling; Imago dialogue therapy, Transpersonal Counselling and Emotionally-focused therapy.
I work with women through life transitions including motherhood, loss (incl. pregnancy loss), anxiety and depression.
I have a Masters of Counselling with experience in humanistic, psychodymamic and behavioural approaches. I also have an interest in mindfulness-based somatic counselling; Imago dialogue therapy, Transpersonal Counselling and Emotionally-focused therapy.
Specialist mental health, eating disorder, and trauma therapy for teenagers (13+) and adults - with an out-of-pocket gap fee of $90.50 when you have a MHCP or EDP and referral from your GP.
I provide individual therapy and, where appropriate, family-based support. Therapy can support change when anxiety, depression, PTSD/c-PTSD, disordered eating or other problems are impacting your life. Treatment focuses stabilisation, understanding the problem in the context of your life and relationships, supporting you to identify your preferred ways of being and living, and empowers you to take the needed steps forward.
Specialist mental health, eating disorder, and trauma therapy for teenagers (13+) and adults - with an out-of-pocket gap fee of $90.50 when you have a MHCP or EDP and referral from your GP.
I provide individual therapy and, where appropriate, family-based support. Therapy can support change when anxiety, depression, PTSD/c-PTSD, disordered eating or other problems are impacting your life. Treatment focuses stabilisation, understanding the problem in the context of your life and relationships, supporting you to identify your preferred ways of being and living, and empowers you to take the needed steps forward.
I carry a deep reverence for life, death, and forces that move us.
Sometimes we experience a sense of stuckness in life and things can seem as though they are on a loop. We are bothered by inner resistance, doubt, restlessness, or anxiety. There may be challenges showing in our relationships, work, dreams and physical wellness. These symptoms could be signalling that something is emerging, something quite useful. It’s entirely possible that this is an invitation to grow, to learn, to change. I will support you to explore what is happening in a safe and meaningful way.
I carry a deep reverence for life, death, and forces that move us.
Sometimes we experience a sense of stuckness in life and things can seem as though they are on a loop. We are bothered by inner resistance, doubt, restlessness, or anxiety. There may be challenges showing in our relationships, work, dreams and physical wellness. These symptoms could be signalling that something is emerging, something quite useful. It’s entirely possible that this is an invitation to grow, to learn, to change. I will support you to explore what is happening in a safe and meaningful way.
I work with grief & loss (both personal & collective), trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, life transitions, relationship difficulties, shame, overwhelm & identity concerns.
Using Gestalt and Family Constellations approaches, I recognise the impact of lived experience, relationships, and social systems. I support you to make sense of what you are carrying within yourself, your relationships, and the wider world - including the effects of racism, cultural complexity, family and domestic violence, and other systemic pressures.
I work with grief & loss (both personal & collective), trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, life transitions, relationship difficulties, shame, overwhelm & identity concerns.
Using Gestalt and Family Constellations approaches, I recognise the impact of lived experience, relationships, and social systems. I support you to make sense of what you are carrying within yourself, your relationships, and the wider world - including the effects of racism, cultural complexity, family and domestic violence, and other systemic pressures.
Brigid has experience working in a range of settings with adults and adolescents experiencing challenges with anxiety, mood, stress, PTSD, complex trauma, relationships, career, self esteem, life transitions, grief, identity and body image.
Brigid is a warm, compassionate therapist who works collaboratively with her clients to deepen their understanding of life challenges and create meaningful change. She places a strong focus on the quality of her therapeutic relationships and draws on a range of evidence based modalities to support healing and growth. She adopts an attachment informed approach to therapy, which carefully considers the impacts of early life experiences on current beliefs, feelings and behaviours, especially within relationship contexts.
Brigid has experience working in a range of settings with adults and adolescents experiencing challenges with anxiety, mood, stress, PTSD, complex trauma, relationships, career, self esteem, life transitions, grief, identity and body image.
Brigid is a warm, compassionate therapist who works collaboratively with her clients to deepen their understanding of life challenges and create meaningful change. She places a strong focus on the quality of her therapeutic relationships and draws on a range of evidence based modalities to support healing and growth. She adopts an attachment informed approach to therapy, which carefully considers the impacts of early life experiences on current beliefs, feelings and behaviours, especially within relationship contexts.
I offer warm, holistic psychology for chronic stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, trauma/ loss, health issues, ADHD, chronic pain, existential and spiritual crises, low self-worth, eating concerns, relationship issues, and attachment and bonding issues for parents and families.
My approach to treatment is holistic, strength-based, client-centred, compassionate and evidence based, using the latest evidence-based treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Body Psychotherapy (Hakomi, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems).
I offer warm, holistic psychology for chronic stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, trauma/ loss, health issues, ADHD, chronic pain, existential and spiritual crises, low self-worth, eating concerns, relationship issues, and attachment and bonding issues for parents and families.
My approach to treatment is holistic, strength-based, client-centred, compassionate and evidence based, using the latest evidence-based treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Body Psychotherapy (Hakomi, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems).
I work with people who are navigating the complexity of being neurodivergent, the inner critic, anxiety, grief, sexual wellbeing, and relationship issues.
In our sessions, we pay attention not just to what you’re saying, but to what your body might be holding. This can help bring clarity to emotions, patterns, and needs that may have gone unspoken or unnoticed. Together we'll explore your experiences with curiosity instead of judgement, supporting you to be who you are, not who you think you 'should' be.
I work with people who are navigating the complexity of being neurodivergent, the inner critic, anxiety, grief, sexual wellbeing, and relationship issues.
In our sessions, we pay attention not just to what you’re saying, but to what your body might be holding. This can help bring clarity to emotions, patterns, and needs that may have gone unspoken or unnoticed. Together we'll explore your experiences with curiosity instead of judgement, supporting you to be who you are, not who you think you 'should' be.
Anna has extensive knowledge, experience and expertise in the area of mental health, trauma, relationships, neurodiversity and addiction. Anna’s approach to therapy is psychodynamic, holistic, eclectic and compassionate. Anna will gently support you to uncover unresolved feelings and issues that keep you stuck, repeating negative patterns, which can cause issues such as anxiety, depression, co-dependence, chronic worry, anger, perfectionism, eating disorders, hopelessness, difficult relationships, low self esteem, loneliness, disease and addiction. Anna has extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families.
Anna has extensive knowledge, experience and expertise in the area of mental health, trauma, relationships, neurodiversity and addiction. Anna’s approach to therapy is psychodynamic, holistic, eclectic and compassionate. Anna will gently support you to uncover unresolved feelings and issues that keep you stuck, repeating negative patterns, which can cause issues such as anxiety, depression, co-dependence, chronic worry, anger, perfectionism, eating disorders, hopelessness, difficult relationships, low self esteem, loneliness, disease and addiction. Anna has extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families.
It takes courage to seek support when carrying the heavy weight of grief and trauma.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’ve been carrying too much for too long. I work with adolescents (13+) and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, low mood, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I take a holistic, evidence-based approach, exploring how past experiences, attachment patterns, nervous system responses, relationships, and current stressors may be shaping your emotional well-being. Together, we’ll build insight, strengthen coping strategies, and reconnect with your sense of self. My aim is to help you feel more grounded, confident, resilient, and able to create a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling.
It takes courage to seek support when carrying the heavy weight of grief and trauma.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’ve been carrying too much for too long. I work with adolescents (13+) and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, low mood, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I take a holistic, evidence-based approach, exploring how past experiences, attachment patterns, nervous system responses, relationships, and current stressors may be shaping your emotional well-being. Together, we’ll build insight, strengthen coping strategies, and reconnect with your sense of self. My aim is to help you feel more grounded, confident, resilient, and able to create a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling.
I am here to support you. Join me for a journey of self-discovery through somatic body awareness and creative tools. Together, we will explore your challenges and find new pathways for growth and change.
I offer empathic and passionate counselling with a strong focus on solutions and a commitment to empowerment and resilience. I am a trauma-informed therapist and dedicated to supporting individuals transform their challenges into strength.
Please reach out for a free 15-min into call. Let's see if we are a good fit for a counselling journey together.
I am here to support you. Join me for a journey of self-discovery through somatic body awareness and creative tools. Together, we will explore your challenges and find new pathways for growth and change.
I offer empathic and passionate counselling with a strong focus on solutions and a commitment to empowerment and resilience. I am a trauma-informed therapist and dedicated to supporting individuals transform their challenges into strength.
Please reach out for a free 15-min into call. Let's see if we are a good fit for a counselling journey together.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and the sense of feeling stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed. I’m especially interested in working with people who feel unsure about therapy, including men and others who may not have felt at home in more traditional therapeutic spaces.
My approach is thoughtful, grounded, collaborative, and informed by evidence-based practice. Together, we build a shared language for what you’re going through, making room to come up for air, understand the patterns you’re caught in, and find a way forward that feels more like your own.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and the sense of feeling stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed. I’m especially interested in working with people who feel unsure about therapy, including men and others who may not have felt at home in more traditional therapeutic spaces.
My approach is thoughtful, grounded, collaborative, and informed by evidence-based practice. Together, we build a shared language for what you’re going through, making room to come up for air, understand the patterns you’re caught in, and find a way forward that feels more like your own.
The foundation of my work lies in the therapeutic relationship I have with my clients during our sessions. Grounded in the principles of Gestalt psychotherapy, I provide a safe, supportive space based on trust and authenticity. I believe in a client centred approach, meeting you where you are, and working together to support you in your growth process.
The foundation of my work lies in the therapeutic relationship I have with my clients during our sessions. Grounded in the principles of Gestalt psychotherapy, I provide a safe, supportive space based on trust and authenticity. I believe in a client centred approach, meeting you where you are, and working together to support you in your growth process.
Nearby Grief Therapists Searches for Ocean Shores
- Alstonville
- Bangalow
- Billinudgel
- Brunswick Heads
- Byron Bay
- Kingscliff
- Mullumbimby
- Murwillumbah
- Pottsville
- Suffolk Park
- Tweed Heads
- Tweed Heads South
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.