Grief Psychologists and Therapists in Parramatta, NSW

Smita Saxena
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Life is filled with challenges and tribulations but a little guidance can help to point you in the right direction. Smita is a registered Psychologist with AHPRA and an associated member of the APS. Smita holds an M.Phil ( Master of Philosophy) degree in Medical and Social Psychology, a Master's Degree in Applied and Clinical Psychology and a Bachelor's in Psychology and Education. She also obtained a year of training in epidemiology and genetics from the University of Pittsburgh, USA. She has also completed Counselling children course from ACS Australia.
Life is filled with challenges and tribulations but a little guidance can help to point you in the right direction. Smita is a registered Psychologist with AHPRA and an associated member of the APS. Smita holds an M.Phil ( Master of Philosophy) degree in Medical and Social Psychology, a Master's Degree in Applied and Clinical Psychology and a Bachelor's in Psychology and Education. She also obtained a year of training in epidemiology and genetics from the University of Pittsburgh, USA. She has also completed Counselling children course from ACS Australia.
(02) 8403 0760 View (02) 8403 0760
Dr Kishani Townshend
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Dr Kishani Townshend is an Australian trained, Registered Psychologist with over 26 years of counselling experience and 16 years of experience working as a Registered Psychologist. Her clinical work offers help to those presenting with depression, anxiety, Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD), grief, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, sexual abuse, parenting difficulties and perinatal depression. She also works with survivors of narcissistic abuse to rebuild their lives. Dr Townshend is a Board Approved supervisor for provisional psychologists.
Dr Kishani Townshend is an Australian trained, Registered Psychologist with over 26 years of counselling experience and 16 years of experience working as a Registered Psychologist. Her clinical work offers help to those presenting with depression, anxiety, Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD), grief, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, sexual abuse, parenting difficulties and perinatal depression. She also works with survivors of narcissistic abuse to rebuild their lives. Dr Townshend is a Board Approved supervisor for provisional psychologists.
(02) 5839 5017 View (02) 5839 5017
Vidhi Thakkar
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life transitions, cultural identity, unspoken grief, relationship changes, and addiction — including those ambivalent about change.
Therapy in English, Hindi and Gujarati; online across Australia, with early-morning and evening appointments. No referral, no diagnosis, nothing on your medical record. On paper, you may have arrived, and still feel emotionally stretched and known only in fragments. Perhaps you're navigating a major life transition, or relying on coping patterns including substance use, work, or simply holding it together that once protected you but now feel too heavy.
Life transitions, cultural identity, unspoken grief, relationship changes, and addiction — including those ambivalent about change.
Therapy in English, Hindi and Gujarati; online across Australia, with early-morning and evening appointments. No referral, no diagnosis, nothing on your medical record. On paper, you may have arrived, and still feel emotionally stretched and known only in fragments. Perhaps you're navigating a major life transition, or relying on coping patterns including substance use, work, or simply holding it together that once protected you but now feel too heavy.
(02) 4703 7394 View (02) 4703 7394
Isabelle Truong
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you constantly asking yourself: ‘Why can't we stop fighting?’ ‘Why do I feel disrespected/unimportant?’ ‘Why am I dissatisfied with my life?’ 'Why do I feel anxious?'. If these thoughts are recurring often, individual, couple or family counselling will help you gain clarity, improve communication and create a more satisfied life. Strong, healthy relationships, whether social or intimate, have a positive impact on our physical and mental well-being. People with poor relationships are more likely to suffer from depression and loneliness. Living in conflict or within a toxic relationship is more damaging than being on your own.
Are you constantly asking yourself: ‘Why can't we stop fighting?’ ‘Why do I feel disrespected/unimportant?’ ‘Why am I dissatisfied with my life?’ 'Why do I feel anxious?'. If these thoughts are recurring often, individual, couple or family counselling will help you gain clarity, improve communication and create a more satisfied life. Strong, healthy relationships, whether social or intimate, have a positive impact on our physical and mental well-being. People with poor relationships are more likely to suffer from depression and loneliness. Living in conflict or within a toxic relationship is more damaging than being on your own.
(02) 8074 5258 View (02) 8074 5258
Dipak Jilka
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Such moments often follow major life events, such as grieving for a loved one, the break-up of a relationship, moving countries, facing health issues or even children leaving home and retirement.
I help examine your life challenges to heighten self-awareness. I take an integrated approach using therapies such as psychoanalysis, person-centred, and Gestalt Therapy. As an older male therapist, I bring expertise based on lived experiences into trauma, men's issue and relationship challenges.
Such moments often follow major life events, such as grieving for a loved one, the break-up of a relationship, moving countries, facing health issues or even children leaving home and retirement.
I help examine your life challenges to heighten self-awareness. I take an integrated approach using therapies such as psychoanalysis, person-centred, and Gestalt Therapy. As an older male therapist, I bring expertise based on lived experiences into trauma, men's issue and relationship challenges.
(02) 9159 6091 View (02) 9159 6091
Dr Chrissy Antonopoulos
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Online Only
I am a psychologist working with people experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression, trauma, eating and body image concerns, stress/life changes, grief/ loss, chronic health conditions, chronic pain, and disability.
I offer therapy and assessments. I work within a trauma informed framework using evidence-based strategies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness and somatic approaches. I'm also a qualified Yoga Teacher and can incorporate Trauma-Sensitive Yoga p
I am a psychologist working with people experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression, trauma, eating and body image concerns, stress/life changes, grief/ loss, chronic health conditions, chronic pain, and disability.
I offer therapy and assessments. I work within a trauma informed framework using evidence-based strategies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness and somatic approaches. I'm also a qualified Yoga Teacher and can incorporate Trauma-Sensitive Yoga p
(02) 9053 4329 View (02) 9053 4329
Helen Qin Counselling (English, Mandarin)
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Hello, I am a registered Medicare provider, highly professional and compassionate bilingual psychotherapist/counsellor (English, Mandarin) and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 12 years of clinical experience. I am also a professionally trained and qualified relationship/marriage counsellor (Dr. John Gottman method of couple counselling level 3 trained).
Hello, I am a registered Medicare provider, highly professional and compassionate bilingual psychotherapist/counsellor (English, Mandarin) and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 12 years of clinical experience. I am also a professionally trained and qualified relationship/marriage counsellor (Dr. John Gottman method of couple counselling level 3 trained).
(02) 9098 5155 View (02) 9098 5155
Tenneile Manenti
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship strain, grief, or the sense that you’ve lost yourself while holding everything together.
I support adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, high-functioning burnout, workplace stress, bullying, and life transitions. I have particular experience working with first responders, emergency services, healthcare professionals, QPS and WorkCover clients. I offer evidence-based therapy including EMDR, CBT, ACT, and trauma-informed approaches.
You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship strain, grief, or the sense that you’ve lost yourself while holding everything together.
I support adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, high-functioning burnout, workplace stress, bullying, and life transitions. I have particular experience working with first responders, emergency services, healthcare professionals, QPS and WorkCover clients. I offer evidence-based therapy including EMDR, CBT, ACT, and trauma-informed approaches.
(07) 2801 5651 View (07) 2801 5651
The Midnight Counsellor - late night counselling
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Online Only
Hi, I'm Chris, the Midnight Counsellor. I offer late night counselling for anyone who needs late night counselling sessions, including shift workers, emergency services and health workers, FIFO workers, hospitality workers, night owls, and busy people. Counselling sessions available at night from 8pm to 2am AEST. If you've been looking for counselling that suit your late night hours, you've found them here. Sessions will be personally tailored to your unique issue and situation.
Hi, I'm Chris, the Midnight Counsellor. I offer late night counselling for anyone who needs late night counselling sessions, including shift workers, emergency services and health workers, FIFO workers, hospitality workers, night owls, and busy people. Counselling sessions available at night from 8pm to 2am AEST. If you've been looking for counselling that suit your late night hours, you've found them here. Sessions will be personally tailored to your unique issue and situation.
(02) 4075 9405 View (02) 4075 9405
Ramya Avvari
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Online Only
I also bring lived experience and a deep understanding of loss, grief, and trauma, including how traumatic experiences can affect a person emotionally, physically, and relationally.
Have you ever experienced moments in life where you’re in the middle of a crisis, or feeling isolated and misunderstood, or feeling like your inner child is crying out for help, and wanted to just feel seen and heard? Sometimes, you may even feel like you’re just a speck in the ocean, pushing you to shutdown, feel overwhelmed, or silently retreat into your “bubble.” But what if you didn’t have to go through this alone? That’s where A Safe Space With Ramya comes into the picture, providing a compassionate, warm, and non-judgemental therapeutic space for adults and couples, where you can truly feel seen, heard, supported, and safe.
I also bring lived experience and a deep understanding of loss, grief, and trauma, including how traumatic experiences can affect a person emotionally, physically, and relationally.
Have you ever experienced moments in life where you’re in the middle of a crisis, or feeling isolated and misunderstood, or feeling like your inner child is crying out for help, and wanted to just feel seen and heard? Sometimes, you may even feel like you’re just a speck in the ocean, pushing you to shutdown, feel overwhelmed, or silently retreat into your “bubble.” But what if you didn’t have to go through this alone? That’s where A Safe Space With Ramya comes into the picture, providing a compassionate, warm, and non-judgemental therapeutic space for adults and couples, where you can truly feel seen, heard, supported, and safe.
(02) 7804 4038 View (02) 7804 4038
Ebru Deliktaslidan
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
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-
(02) 7804 4151 View (02) 7804 4151
Kerrin Paterson
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I also bring depth of lived experience from other aspects of my life: career in corporate, mother, partner, daughter, carer, grief and loss, trauma
Many people reach midlife carrying far more than they show to others. They may be caring for children, supporting ageing parents, managing demanding work, or holding relationships together while quietly feeling exhausted, disconnected, unseen, or unsure of who they are becoming. Life can begin to feel flat, heavy, or emotionally confusing. Anxiety, irritability, low mood, restlessness, or a sense of “going through the motions” often emerge at this stage of life. I work with individuals and couples who long to feel more alive, understood, and connected to themselves and each other, helping them move forward with greater clarity
I also bring depth of lived experience from other aspects of my life: career in corporate, mother, partner, daughter, carer, grief and loss, trauma
Many people reach midlife carrying far more than they show to others. They may be caring for children, supporting ageing parents, managing demanding work, or holding relationships together while quietly feeling exhausted, disconnected, unseen, or unsure of who they are becoming. Life can begin to feel flat, heavy, or emotionally confusing. Anxiety, irritability, low mood, restlessness, or a sense of “going through the motions” often emerge at this stage of life. I work with individuals and couples who long to feel more alive, understood, and connected to themselves and each other, helping them move forward with greater clarity
0494 747 040 View 0494 747 040
Bridges Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
At Bridges Counselling, our team of psychologists, social workers, and counsellors brings expertise in mental health, trauma, and relationships. We provide personalised, compassionate support for adults, children, and couples, including NDIS, WorkCover, CTP, Victims Services, and psychological assessments. With clinics in both Parramatta and Norwest plus Telehealth options, we make counselling accessible, supportive, and convenient, helping clients feel understood, empowered, and guided toward meaningful, lasting change.
At Bridges Counselling, our team of psychologists, social workers, and counsellors brings expertise in mental health, trauma, and relationships. We provide personalised, compassionate support for adults, children, and couples, including NDIS, WorkCover, CTP, Victims Services, and psychological assessments. With clinics in both Parramatta and Norwest plus Telehealth options, we make counselling accessible, supportive, and convenient, helping clients feel understood, empowered, and guided toward meaningful, lasting change.
(02) 7804 4408 View (02) 7804 4408
Amy Pedersen
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
People come to me when experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, emotional exhaustion, relationship stress, identity questions, self-esteem challenges, life transitions, illness or loss.
I work with adults and couples in Sydney who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, relationship challenges, identity questions, or significant life transitions. You may feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, disconnected from yourself or others, or unsure how to move forward, even though you’ve tried to cope on your own. I offer a warm, thoughtful, and trauma-informed space where we can slow things down, make sense of what’s happening for you, and gently work toward meaningful change. Therapy with me is collaborative and respectful of your pace, values, and lived experience.
People come to me when experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, emotional exhaustion, relationship stress, identity questions, self-esteem challenges, life transitions, illness or loss.
I work with adults and couples in Sydney who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, relationship challenges, identity questions, or significant life transitions. You may feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, disconnected from yourself or others, or unsure how to move forward, even though you’ve tried to cope on your own. I offer a warm, thoughtful, and trauma-informed space where we can slow things down, make sense of what’s happening for you, and gently work toward meaningful change. Therapy with me is collaborative and respectful of your pace, values, and lived experience.
(03) 4160 2623 View (03) 4160 2623
Tranquil Minds Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Tranquil Minds is a compassionate space dedicated to nurturing the well-being of children through child centred play-based therapy. Children sometimes struggle to talk about their feelings and understand their emotions. We aim to provide a supportive environment where children can explore, express, and navigate the challenges of growing up. NDIS plan and self managed clients welcome. No waitlist. Book one session or ongoing sessions. Life can be hard, and sometimes you need someone to listen to you. We also provide therapy for adult clients who suffer from Hoarding Disorder, anxiety, OCD and addiction.
Tranquil Minds is a compassionate space dedicated to nurturing the well-being of children through child centred play-based therapy. Children sometimes struggle to talk about their feelings and understand their emotions. We aim to provide a supportive environment where children can explore, express, and navigate the challenges of growing up. NDIS plan and self managed clients welcome. No waitlist. Book one session or ongoing sessions. Life can be hard, and sometimes you need someone to listen to you. We also provide therapy for adult clients who suffer from Hoarding Disorder, anxiety, OCD and addiction.
(02) 5301 6084 View (02) 5301 6084
Nanaki K Bhatti
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Online Only
Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, or simply need someone to talk to, I’m here to listen and help you find a way forward that works for you and your lifestyle.
I offer caring, confidential counselling through Telehealth to make support more accessible, wherever you live in Australia. You can connect from the comfort of your home, without the stress of travel or long wait times. Additionally, I provide counselling support to people living in rural or regional areas as I care about people having access to the high quality service and being able to find mental health support when they need it, and in a way they can access it.
Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, or simply need someone to talk to, I’m here to listen and help you find a way forward that works for you and your lifestyle.
I offer caring, confidential counselling through Telehealth to make support more accessible, wherever you live in Australia. You can connect from the comfort of your home, without the stress of travel or long wait times. Additionally, I provide counselling support to people living in rural or regional areas as I care about people having access to the high quality service and being able to find mental health support when they need it, and in a way they can access it.
(03) 8203 5794 View (03) 8203 5794
Carla Deplancke
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I’m a Clinical Psychologist offering a depth-oriented, somatic therapy called Internal Family Systems therapy. I work with people who are looking for something beyond just coping strategies. You may struggle with chronic overthinking, burnout, perfectionism or emotionally recurring relationship patterns. Perhaps you a going through a life transition or have a deep desire to understand yourself more fully. You may have had previous therapy but you're now ready for something deeper and more meaningful.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist offering a depth-oriented, somatic therapy called Internal Family Systems therapy. I work with people who are looking for something beyond just coping strategies. You may struggle with chronic overthinking, burnout, perfectionism or emotionally recurring relationship patterns. Perhaps you a going through a life transition or have a deep desire to understand yourself more fully. You may have had previous therapy but you're now ready for something deeper and more meaningful.
0450 940 941 View 0450 940 941
Edvard Miler
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Are you going through grief and loss?
I am a clinical counsellor and supervisor with years of experience in professional, Christian and pastoral counselling. I use holistic methods in work since I recognise that person's social and spiritual context often play a huge part in their mental health issues. This approach has been recognised as highly successful by overwhelming majority of my clients.
Are you going through grief and loss?
I am a clinical counsellor and supervisor with years of experience in professional, Christian and pastoral counselling. I use holistic methods in work since I recognise that person's social and spiritual context often play a huge part in their mental health issues. This approach has been recognised as highly successful by overwhelming majority of my clients.
(02) 7804 4429 View (02) 7804 4429
Clinto Chittilapilly
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Online Only
I specialise in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and the everyday pressures that can feel impossible to manage. My approach is compassionate, non-judgmental, and grounded in evidence-based practices tailored to your unique needs. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck and build the tools and insights you need to move forward — at your pace, in your own way. As a younger therapist, I bring a fresh, open-minded perspective and a strong awareness of the modern-day issues, pressures, and anxieties people can face.
I specialise in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and the everyday pressures that can feel impossible to manage. My approach is compassionate, non-judgmental, and grounded in evidence-based practices tailored to your unique needs. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck and build the tools and insights you need to move forward — at your pace, in your own way. As a younger therapist, I bring a fresh, open-minded perspective and a strong awareness of the modern-day issues, pressures, and anxieties people can face.
(08) 7008 7664 View (08) 7008 7664
Paul Howard
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L3
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, teens, and children. Learn about yourself, take back control and open to new possibilities. Realise your potential. Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as mens stuff, trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, teens, and children. Learn about yourself, take back control and open to new possibilities. Realise your potential. Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as mens stuff, trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
(02) 7804 4133 View (02) 7804 4133

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