Grief Psychologists and Therapists in Alexandra Hills, QLD

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Chloe Hartshorn
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Alexandra Hills, QLD 4161
I offer counselling to adults and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, family change, grief and loss, those struggling with identity, self-value and life transitions.
I am non diagnostic and while I understand mental health conditions my goal is to support clients navigate those life experiences and circumstances which are causing personal difficulty. Not to only survive but to live a life of fulness, connection and joy.
I offer counselling to adults and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, family change, grief and loss, those struggling with identity, self-value and life transitions.
I am non diagnostic and while I understand mental health conditions my goal is to support clients navigate those life experiences and circumstances which are causing personal difficulty. Not to only survive but to live a life of fulness, connection and joy.
(07) 3477 9834 View (07) 3477 9834
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Janice Rees Counselling and Family Therapy
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Serves Area
Janice specialises in Individuals, Couples / Marriage and Grief Counselling.
Janice is client-centred, intuitive and experienced in guiding her clients to discover a deeper understanding about their unique selves. When clients feel stuck, Janice can identify their challenges and help support them to develop confidence. Janice offers effective strategies to help her clients to live a more positive life.
Janice specialises in Individuals, Couples / Marriage and Grief Counselling.
Janice is client-centred, intuitive and experienced in guiding her clients to discover a deeper understanding about their unique selves. When clients feel stuck, Janice can identify their challenges and help support them to develop confidence. Janice offers effective strategies to help her clients to live a more positive life.
(07) 2801 5099 View (07) 2801 5099
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Patricia Please
Counsellor, PhD, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
The main focus of her private practice is with adults, older adults, those with health capacity challenges (for example post-accident, mobility, and fatigue issues), and loss and grief.
• Patty is an older adult whose lived experience provides her with insight into the aging process. She takes an integrative approach with an overarching psychodynamic psychotherapy approach and includes person-centred counselling and elements of many other modalities.
The main focus of her private practice is with adults, older adults, those with health capacity challenges (for example post-accident, mobility, and fatigue issues), and loss and grief.
• Patty is an older adult whose lived experience provides her with insight into the aging process. She takes an integrative approach with an overarching psychodynamic psychotherapy approach and includes person-centred counselling and elements of many other modalities.
(07) 2801 6576 View (07) 2801 6576
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Verve Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Umesh Shah is a Senior Psychologist with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Originally from Nepal and living in Australia for almost two decades, he is passionate about supporting individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. He has worked in both public and private sectors across Victoria and Queensland. Umesh is a Nepali-speaking psychologist in Brisbane, providing evidence-based psychotherapy in English and Nepali (नेपाली) with in-person sessions locally and online telehealth therapy for clients across Australia. He accepts referrals from Medicare, WorkCover & CTP, NDIS, Victim Assist & QPS SelfRefer.
Umesh Shah is a Senior Psychologist with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Originally from Nepal and living in Australia for almost two decades, he is passionate about supporting individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. He has worked in both public and private sectors across Victoria and Queensland. Umesh is a Nepali-speaking psychologist in Brisbane, providing evidence-based psychotherapy in English and Nepali (नेपाली) with in-person sessions locally and online telehealth therapy for clients across Australia. He accepts referrals from Medicare, WorkCover & CTP, NDIS, Victim Assist & QPS SelfRefer.
(07) 3286 1233 View (07) 3286 1233
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Liane Anderson
Psychologist, MAPS
Serves Area
Accepting new clients. Evening appointments available. I am a general psychologist with over 30 years of experience. I come to therapy with a non-pathologising view of symptoms and behaviour. My view is that the vast majority of symptoms of "mental illness" are an understandable response to various life circumstances. Some deep in our past, some in our present. I am passionate about helping people to heal, grow, and live full lives. I enjoy working at deep levels to shift stuckness, often the result of prior trauma. I work only with adults.
Accepting new clients. Evening appointments available. I am a general psychologist with over 30 years of experience. I come to therapy with a non-pathologising view of symptoms and behaviour. My view is that the vast majority of symptoms of "mental illness" are an understandable response to various life circumstances. Some deep in our past, some in our present. I am passionate about helping people to heal, grow, and live full lives. I enjoy working at deep levels to shift stuckness, often the result of prior trauma. I work only with adults.
(03) 9070 5442 View (03) 9070 5442

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Joanne Maughan Counselling
Counsellor
Serves Area
Joanne helps navigate life transitions, grief, trauma, stress, and relationship challenges.
You may look like you’re coping on the outside while internally feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, anxious, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, disconnected from yourself, or unsure of what comes next. Counselling offers a space to slow things down, feel genuinely heard, and begin understanding what’s underneath the stress, self-doubt, relationship challenges, or emotional overwhelm you’ve been carrying. Many clients seek clarity, healing, and confidence while processing difficult emotions, rebuilding self-worth, strengthening relationships, and creating meaningful change.
Joanne helps navigate life transitions, grief, trauma, stress, and relationship challenges.
You may look like you’re coping on the outside while internally feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, anxious, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, disconnected from yourself, or unsure of what comes next. Counselling offers a space to slow things down, feel genuinely heard, and begin understanding what’s underneath the stress, self-doubt, relationship challenges, or emotional overwhelm you’ve been carrying. Many clients seek clarity, healing, and confidence while processing difficult emotions, rebuilding self-worth, strengthening relationships, and creating meaningful change.
(07) 5230 8906 View (07) 5230 8906
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Soko Therapy
Counsellor, AASW
Online Only
You are the expert in your life and what is going on with you. I am a Christian Counsellor and open to all. My aim here is to meet people where they are at, spirituality is part of many of us who believe. So we can't leave that out of your health journey.
You are the expert in your life and what is going on with you. I am a Christian Counsellor and open to all. My aim here is to meet people where they are at, spirituality is part of many of us who believe. So we can't leave that out of your health journey.
(02) 5570 7312 View (02) 5570 7312
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Dianne Gramp
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
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.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
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Belindah Makombe
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA Prov
Spring Hill, QLD 4000
Perhaps anxiety, low mood, grief, trauma, or relationship difficulties are weighing on you.
I support individuals, couples, and families with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges. My approach is relationship focused, gentle, reflective and tailored to you. I work Psychodynamically and integrate this with Cognitive Behavioral & Dialectical Behavior Therapy, with the option to include a faith based perspective if desired.
Perhaps anxiety, low mood, grief, trauma, or relationship difficulties are weighing on you.
I support individuals, couples, and families with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges. My approach is relationship focused, gentle, reflective and tailored to you. I work Psychodynamically and integrate this with Cognitive Behavioral & Dialectical Behavior Therapy, with the option to include a faith based perspective if desired.
(07) 2100 4524 View (07) 2100 4524
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SANA Therapy
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
(07) 3130 0418 View (07) 3130 0418
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Nadine Asmus
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Online Only
Hi, I’m Nadine, accredited counsellor and long time homeschool mum. Feeling alone or anxious, struggling to just get through each item on your checklist, saddened by losses that have taken your joy. You were created to thrive, not just survive. It takes courage to be vulnerable, and to dream again. Together lets find that hope that is hidden deep inside. My desire is to work with you to help you regain hope for tomorrow, and strength for today.
Hi, I’m Nadine, accredited counsellor and long time homeschool mum. Feeling alone or anxious, struggling to just get through each item on your checklist, saddened by losses that have taken your joy. You were created to thrive, not just survive. It takes courage to be vulnerable, and to dream again. Together lets find that hope that is hidden deep inside. My desire is to work with you to help you regain hope for tomorrow, and strength for today.
(07) 2801 5252 View (07) 2801 5252
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Kerryn Smith - Life Changes Tamworth Perinatal
Social Worker, AMHSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
(02) 5748 4723 View (02) 5748 4723
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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.
(02) 5602 4089 View (02) 5602 4089
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Cody Tonkin
Psychologist, MPsych, Assoc MAPS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Cody works with a range of presentations including anxiety, stress, trauma and childhood trauma, life adjustments, depression, grief & loss, coping skills, life coaching, interpersonal or relationship difficulties and supervision.
She has worked with infants to adults during her career and ensures her practice is culturally appropriate and trauma informed. Cody's approach is integrative she she uses therapies like CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic therapy, Interpersonal therapy, Schema therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR. Cody also provides board approved supervision.
Cody works with a range of presentations including anxiety, stress, trauma and childhood trauma, life adjustments, depression, grief & loss, coping skills, life coaching, interpersonal or relationship difficulties and supervision.
She has worked with infants to adults during her career and ensures her practice is culturally appropriate and trauma informed. Cody's approach is integrative she she uses therapies like CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic therapy, Interpersonal therapy, Schema therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR. Cody also provides board approved supervision.
(03) 9118 9048 View (03) 9118 9048
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Mat Tibbenham
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Coping rather than living? And old patterns no longer work the way they used to? You may feel overwhelmed, lonely, disconnected, or unsure of who you are becoming. These experiences are more common than most people realise, and they often reflect a deeper internal shift or life reassessment. With over a decade of experience in mental health in Australia and the UK, I’ve seen how common these turning points are and how much relief comes from having a grounded, genuine space to talk about them.
Coping rather than living? And old patterns no longer work the way they used to? You may feel overwhelmed, lonely, disconnected, or unsure of who you are becoming. These experiences are more common than most people realise, and they often reflect a deeper internal shift or life reassessment. With over a decade of experience in mental health in Australia and the UK, I’ve seen how common these turning points are and how much relief comes from having a grounded, genuine space to talk about them.
(02) 5135 5340 View (02) 5135 5340
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Veronica A Collins
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
I offer holistic psychotherapy and counselling to address issues of inner and outer conflict, depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, low confidence, grief and loss.
I specialise in process-oriented psychology working with individuals and groups, working with feelings, thoughts, dreams and body sensations, bringing meaning and purpose to an individual’s life in general.
I offer holistic psychotherapy and counselling to address issues of inner and outer conflict, depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, low confidence, grief and loss.
I specialise in process-oriented psychology working with individuals and groups, working with feelings, thoughts, dreams and body sensations, bringing meaning and purpose to an individual’s life in general.
(03) 4410 8583 View (03) 4410 8583
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Michelle Dennerstein
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Michelle is dedicated to providing affirming therapy to the LGBTIQA+ community, and has worked extensively with people living with anxiety, depression, relationships, loss and grief, women's health, trauma, adjustment issues and life transitions.
Michelle is a warm and compassionate psychologist, counsellor, and therapist, who works collaboratively with you to create a welcoming and safe counselling space. She supports and guides you towards a deeper understanding and insight of yourself and your situation, leading to personal growth, self-compassion, and deep transformation so that you can be freer to live your best life. With over 20 years of professional experience, Michelle has provided counselling services within diverse settings, including community health organizations, hospital outpatient services, and university environments.
Michelle is dedicated to providing affirming therapy to the LGBTIQA+ community, and has worked extensively with people living with anxiety, depression, relationships, loss and grief, women's health, trauma, adjustment issues and life transitions.
Michelle is a warm and compassionate psychologist, counsellor, and therapist, who works collaboratively with you to create a welcoming and safe counselling space. She supports and guides you towards a deeper understanding and insight of yourself and your situation, leading to personal growth, self-compassion, and deep transformation so that you can be freer to live your best life. With over 20 years of professional experience, Michelle has provided counselling services within diverse settings, including community health organizations, hospital outpatient services, and university environments.
(03) 7003 2388 View (03) 7003 2388
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Felicity Johnson
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I've spent my counselling career in grief and loss, supporting clients through illness, bereavement, caring, and the various losses that come with major life transitions. I'm not into toxic positivity – sometimes life really is hard – but I can offer a space to laugh and cry and rage and vent, and find ways together to keep moving forward.
I've spent my counselling career in grief and loss, supporting clients through illness, bereavement, caring, and the various losses that come with major life transitions. I'm not into toxic positivity – sometimes life really is hard – but I can offer a space to laugh and cry and rage and vent, and find ways together to keep moving forward.
0422 126 557 View 0422 126 557
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Henry Gordon Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Clinical Psychologist passionate about supporting people through difficult moments. Our society moves incredibly quickly and sometimes this leads us to feel overwhelmed—like we cannot cope with life's trickier moments. My role is to support you in these moments.
I am a Clinical Psychologist passionate about supporting people through difficult moments. Our society moves incredibly quickly and sometimes this leads us to feel overwhelmed—like we cannot cope with life's trickier moments. My role is to support you in these moments.
(07) 2100 4417 View (07) 2100 4417
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Amy Della-Torre
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
I work with adults and young people on things like trauma and its ongoing impacts, life transitions, stress and burnout, sexuality and gender identity, grief and loss...
If you're looking to work with someone who feels like a real human who cares, with someone who you can build a genuine therapeutic relationship with then I'm your gal. Working with me is like having a space that is just for you, to rage, to cry, to laugh, to share and to be you.
I work with adults and young people on things like trauma and its ongoing impacts, life transitions, stress and burnout, sexuality and gender identity, grief and loss...
If you're looking to work with someone who feels like a real human who cares, with someone who you can build a genuine therapeutic relationship with then I'm your gal. Working with me is like having a space that is just for you, to rage, to cry, to laugh, to share and to be you.
(07) 2100 4671 View (07) 2100 4671
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.