Grief Psychologists and Therapists in Seaford, SA

Arbour Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
With a Master's in Counselling, experience volunteering with Star Bear Grief Camps for children, and my work as a StandBy Support Worker supporting people bereaved by suicide, I bring both professional training and lived experience to my work.
Perhaps you've lost someone you love and are trying to find the strength to carry on. Maybe anxiety is holding you back, or the relentless pressures of farming are taking their toll. Whatever you're facing, you don't have to navigate it alone. I offer authentic, compassionate counselling in a private, non-clinical setting in a country cottage opposite Kuitpo Forest. We can sit together in the garden, find a quiet spot beneath the trees, or walk and talk in the forest. My approach is grounded in genuine connection, creativity and the restorative possibilities of nature.
With a Master's in Counselling, experience volunteering with Star Bear Grief Camps for children, and my work as a StandBy Support Worker supporting people bereaved by suicide, I bring both professional training and lived experience to my work.
Perhaps you've lost someone you love and are trying to find the strength to carry on. Maybe anxiety is holding you back, or the relentless pressures of farming are taking their toll. Whatever you're facing, you don't have to navigate it alone. I offer authentic, compassionate counselling in a private, non-clinical setting in a country cottage opposite Kuitpo Forest. We can sit together in the garden, find a quiet spot beneath the trees, or walk and talk in the forest. My approach is grounded in genuine connection, creativity and the restorative possibilities of nature.
(08) 7100 9648 View (08) 7100 9648
Jacob Mangelsdorf
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
I have extensive experience in trauma, grief, working with suicidal ideation and people experiencing suicide loss.
I have almost 20 years of practice experience. I have more than a decade of experience working with grief and suicide. I'm a guy that cares about you being your best self. I am passionate about preventing male suicides, helping men heal, helping all people live their most fulfilling lives and helping relationships and families thrive.
I have extensive experience in trauma, grief, working with suicidal ideation and people experiencing suicide loss.
I have almost 20 years of practice experience. I have more than a decade of experience working with grief and suicide. I'm a guy that cares about you being your best self. I am passionate about preventing male suicides, helping men heal, helping all people live their most fulfilling lives and helping relationships and families thrive.
(08) 7110 0536 View (08) 7110 0536
Peaceful Approach Counselling
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Adolescents and adults feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or struggling with relationships, parenting, grief, stress, burnout, or life transitions.
I provide compassionate, person-centered counselling for adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, grief, parenting and relationship challenges, low self-esteem, and life transitions. I offer in-clinic, telehealth, walk-and-talk, and mobile counselling services, creating a safe space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered.
Adolescents and adults feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or struggling with relationships, parenting, grief, stress, burnout, or life transitions.
I provide compassionate, person-centered counselling for adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, grief, parenting and relationship challenges, low self-esteem, and life transitions. I offer in-clinic, telehealth, walk-and-talk, and mobile counselling services, creating a safe space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered.
(08) 7184 5693 View (08) 7184 5693
Refresh Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Seaford, SA 5169
Our counselling services include: Addiction Anger Management Anxiety Behaviour Modification (individual and family based) Children and Adolescents Conflict Resolution Depression Grief & Loss Parenting Strategies NDIS counselling therapy (Self and Plan Managed) Schooling Support and Interventions Self-Esteem Skill Development and Life Coaching Stress Trauma
Cameron is a counsellor whose priority is building connections and positive relationships which he views as essential in his practice. With background knowledge and experience in promoting well-being for all ages, he values tailoring his approach to each person and their individual needs through the use of the following therapeutic interventions: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Behaviour Modification, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy, Mindfulness Mental health is something that Cameron believes is important for everyone and focuses on working with each client to achieve their goals.
Our counselling services include: Addiction Anger Management Anxiety Behaviour Modification (individual and family based) Children and Adolescents Conflict Resolution Depression Grief & Loss Parenting Strategies NDIS counselling therapy (Self and Plan Managed) Schooling Support and Interventions Self-Esteem Skill Development and Life Coaching Stress Trauma
Cameron is a counsellor whose priority is building connections and positive relationships which he views as essential in his practice. With background knowledge and experience in promoting well-being for all ages, he values tailoring his approach to each person and their individual needs through the use of the following therapeutic interventions: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Behaviour Modification, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy, Mindfulness Mental health is something that Cameron believes is important for everyone and focuses on working with each client to achieve their goals.
(08) 7184 4019 View (08) 7184 4019
Green Door Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I’m a warm, compassionate counsellor specialising in supporting neurodivergent children, young people, adults and their parents/caregivers, with a particular focus on Autism and ADHD. I also bring lived experience of neurodivergence and parenting a neurodivergent child, giving me a genuine understanding of the strengths, challenges and unique experiences of the neurodivergent brain. My approach is neurodivergent-affirming, person-centred and strengths-based.
I’m a warm, compassionate counsellor specialising in supporting neurodivergent children, young people, adults and their parents/caregivers, with a particular focus on Autism and ADHD. I also bring lived experience of neurodivergence and parenting a neurodivergent child, giving me a genuine understanding of the strengths, challenges and unique experiences of the neurodivergent brain. My approach is neurodivergent-affirming, person-centred and strengths-based.
(08) 7110 0957 View (08) 7110 0957
Richard Hughes & Associates
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
My understanding of a wide scope of issues is informed by many years in social work, in counselling and through lived experience. Most of my clients come via word of mouth from former or current clients. Clients can always expect to be shown respect, never judged & never be told what to do. All people have individual needs, problems and therefore ways in which they are worked through. When clients feel no hope, I hold the hope for them. Life can be more than difficult sometimes and it is important to realise that seeking help is a sign of strength.
My understanding of a wide scope of issues is informed by many years in social work, in counselling and through lived experience. Most of my clients come via word of mouth from former or current clients. Clients can always expect to be shown respect, never judged & never be told what to do. All people have individual needs, problems and therefore ways in which they are worked through. When clients feel no hope, I hold the hope for them. Life can be more than difficult sometimes and it is important to realise that seeking help is a sign of strength.
(08) 7184 4338 View (08) 7184 4338
Karen Michelbach
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Are you struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, fear, grief or trauma?
I have worked and volunteered in the community sector for 30 years and have lived experience with anxiety/depression/ grief and loss/trauma/ grief after suicide. There is no 'one size fits all' in therapy. Using an integrated model of therapy, together we'll find what works best for you to move forward.
Are you struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, fear, grief or trauma?
I have worked and volunteered in the community sector for 30 years and have lived experience with anxiety/depression/ grief and loss/trauma/ grief after suicide. There is no 'one size fits all' in therapy. Using an integrated model of therapy, together we'll find what works best for you to move forward.
(08) 7081 9332 View (08) 7081 9332

More Therapists Nearby

Hive Minds Therapy
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Morphett Vale, SA 5162
My Specialties & Focus Areas: Neurodivergent Support: ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, and executive function differences; Grief and Loss of Loved Ones, Employment, Companions Animals & Pets, Relationships.
Your interests aren't just hobbies—they are a core part of how you process the world. My practice actively welcomes gaming, anime, art, music, subcultures, and diverse spiritualities into the therapeutic space. By embracing what genuinely matters to you, we create a safe, authentic environment where you can express yourself freely and heal on your own terms.
My Specialties & Focus Areas: Neurodivergent Support: ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, and executive function differences; Grief and Loss of Loved Ones, Employment, Companions Animals & Pets, Relationships.
Your interests aren't just hobbies—they are a core part of how you process the world. My practice actively welcomes gaming, anime, art, music, subcultures, and diverse spiritualities into the therapeutic space. By embracing what genuinely matters to you, we create a safe, authentic environment where you can express yourself freely and heal on your own terms.
(08) 7184 4106 View (08) 7184 4106
Jane Macnaught
Counsellor, PACFA
Norton Summit, SA 5136
Grieving.
Specialist in grief, trauma, and anxiety. Experienced individual counsellor, group therapist and workshop facilitator. I offer a person centred, trauma informed and eclectic style drawing from studies in grief, humanistic, complex trauma, body focused, narrative, yoga and art therapies. I'm creative, holistic, warm, with a friendly approach.
Grieving.
Specialist in grief, trauma, and anxiety. Experienced individual counsellor, group therapist and workshop facilitator. I offer a person centred, trauma informed and eclectic style drawing from studies in grief, humanistic, complex trauma, body focused, narrative, yoga and art therapies. I'm creative, holistic, warm, with a friendly approach.
(02) 9158 6747 View (02) 9158 6747
Mustard Seed Counselling
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
College Park, SA 5069
You may be recovering from childhood, adult or workplace trauma or grieving a loss, or you may be experiencing a difficult transition or relationship.
I am a trained Emotionally Focused Therapist and attend regular professional development so that I can provide a high standard of contemporary and safe care. I can integrate other evidence based models depending on your needs. You are at the centre of all that we do together and I check in with you regularly to ensure that you feel safe.
You may be recovering from childhood, adult or workplace trauma or grieving a loss, or you may be experiencing a difficult transition or relationship.
I am a trained Emotionally Focused Therapist and attend regular professional development so that I can provide a high standard of contemporary and safe care. I can integrate other evidence based models depending on your needs. You are at the centre of all that we do together and I check in with you regularly to ensure that you feel safe.
(08) 7008 7796 View (08) 7008 7796
Kate Moody
Counsellor, ACA-L2
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I support women navigating burnout, chronic stress, grief, and trauma - including religious or cult trauma.
Feeling depleted or close to burnout? You’re not broken - your nervous system has been carrying too much for too long. I support high functioning women who look capable on the outside but feel exhausted, anxious, or overwhelmed underneath. Together we gently explore survival patterns, rebuild steadiness, and restore energy. This isn’t about fixing you. It’s about helping your body feel safe again. Telehealth, phone and in-person sessions available.
I support women navigating burnout, chronic stress, grief, and trauma - including religious or cult trauma.
Feeling depleted or close to burnout? You’re not broken - your nervous system has been carrying too much for too long. I support high functioning women who look capable on the outside but feel exhausted, anxious, or overwhelmed underneath. Together we gently explore survival patterns, rebuild steadiness, and restore energy. This isn’t about fixing you. It’s about helping your body feel safe again. Telehealth, phone and in-person sessions available.
(08) 7008 9922 View (08) 7008 9922
Julie Jensen - Changes in Between (Psychotherapy)
Psychotherapist, MC, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with adults navigating grief, life transitions and chronic disorganisation, including ADHD-related executive functioning difficulties, overwhelm, clutter or hoarding behaviours.
As a Certified Thanatologist, Registered Clinical Counsellor and Registered Clinical Psychotherapist, I combine specialist knowledge of grief and bereavement with relational psychotherapy and training in chronic disorganisation and neurodiversity. I work at a manageable pace as we explore the emotional experience and practical realities of everyday life.
I work with adults navigating grief, life transitions and chronic disorganisation, including ADHD-related executive functioning difficulties, overwhelm, clutter or hoarding behaviours.
As a Certified Thanatologist, Registered Clinical Counsellor and Registered Clinical Psychotherapist, I combine specialist knowledge of grief and bereavement with relational psychotherapy and training in chronic disorganisation and neurodiversity. I work at a manageable pace as we explore the emotional experience and practical realities of everyday life.
(03) 8413 7338 View (03) 8413 7338
Izumi Yamaguchi
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Serves Area
I have experienced with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, adjustment problems and relationship concerns.
I am passionate to help clients overcome their challenges and take meaningful steps toward a better future. By exploring clients' internal conflicts and working on underlying vulnerabilities, I assist clients in finding ways together to alleviate or solve them.
I have experienced with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, adjustment problems and relationship concerns.
I am passionate to help clients overcome their challenges and take meaningful steps toward a better future. By exploring clients' internal conflicts and working on underlying vulnerabilities, I assist clients in finding ways together to alleviate or solve them.
(03) 7003 2420 View (03) 7003 2420
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
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
YW Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
2 Endorsed
Campbelltown, SA 5074
In particular, I have an interest in assisting those struggling with anxiety, depression and grief and loss.
I discovered both the joys and the true potential of effective counselling when I began working as a Case Manager for an Adelaide based VET sector provider. Being a resource person for a diverse cohort of students aged 18-64 opened a window on the barriers they faced, from challenges related to language, ability and socio-economic factors to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. In this role I learned to identify the things that hold many of us back and to focus on finding ways to move forward such as developing strategies for self-managing negative or unhelpful thoughts.
In particular, I have an interest in assisting those struggling with anxiety, depression and grief and loss.
I discovered both the joys and the true potential of effective counselling when I began working as a Case Manager for an Adelaide based VET sector provider. Being a resource person for a diverse cohort of students aged 18-64 opened a window on the barriers they faced, from challenges related to language, ability and socio-economic factors to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. In this role I learned to identify the things that hold many of us back and to focus on finding ways to move forward such as developing strategies for self-managing negative or unhelpful thoughts.
(08) 7008 7710 View (08) 7008 7710
Reinier Moolman
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Bereavement/ Grief (6 session package integrating 4 Tasks of Worden).
Specialities: Inner-child psychodynamic work, CBT, Gestalt Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Grief Therapy, ADHD assessments and ASD assessments.
Bereavement/ Grief (6 session package integrating 4 Tasks of Worden).
Specialities: Inner-child psychodynamic work, CBT, Gestalt Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Grief Therapy, ADHD assessments and ASD assessments.
(08) 7184 4746 View (08) 7184 4746
The Numinous and Psyche / with Roni
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Adelaide, SA 5000
Along with this, comes grief and loss from living in these polarising, collapsing times.
I’m passionate about supporting my clients find peace and wholeness by using Jungian inspired approaches to find more meaning & rebuild their lives. Freedom from overwhelm & a deeper connection to joy & inner peace. In a world that is actively restructuring, those who have never quite fit the old patterns are uniquely positioned to help birth the new ones.
Along with this, comes grief and loss from living in these polarising, collapsing times.
I’m passionate about supporting my clients find peace and wholeness by using Jungian inspired approaches to find more meaning & rebuild their lives. Freedom from overwhelm & a deeper connection to joy & inner peace. In a world that is actively restructuring, those who have never quite fit the old patterns are uniquely positioned to help birth the new ones.
(08) 7008 7540 View (08) 7008 7540
Psych Sanctuary
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Brighton, SA 5048
I support individuals (18+ years and over), couples and families who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, issues related to being a parent or sibling of a child with a disability or chronic illness, issues related to being a carer, body image, eating or weight concerns, self-esteem and self-identity concerns, study or work related stressors.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and have been registered for nearly 20 years this year. I have extensive experience working with clients of all ages using evidence-based psychological therapeutic strategies. My therapy is focused towards working with my clients to assist them to achieve their goals and improve their overall levels of well being.
I support individuals (18+ years and over), couples and families who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, issues related to being a parent or sibling of a child with a disability or chronic illness, issues related to being a carer, body image, eating or weight concerns, self-esteem and self-identity concerns, study or work related stressors.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and have been registered for nearly 20 years this year. I have extensive experience working with clients of all ages using evidence-based psychological therapeutic strategies. My therapy is focused towards working with my clients to assist them to achieve their goals and improve their overall levels of well being.
(08) 7184 4934 View (08) 7184 4934
Rebekah Louise Popescu
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Blackwood, SA 5051
Many come with trauma, grief, neurodivergence, or relational pain, and need a space that feels safe, gentle, and deeply attuned.
I offer warm, trauma-informed therapy using psychodynamic, nature-based therapy, creative arts therapy, and animal-assisted psychotherapy. The presence of horses, donkeys, dogs, and other animals can help clients feel safer, calmer, and more connected. I support people to gently work through anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationship struggles with depth,
Many come with trauma, grief, neurodivergence, or relational pain, and need a space that feels safe, gentle, and deeply attuned.
I offer warm, trauma-informed therapy using psychodynamic, nature-based therapy, creative arts therapy, and animal-assisted psychotherapy. The presence of horses, donkeys, dogs, and other animals can help clients feel safer, calmer, and more connected. I support people to gently work through anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationship struggles with depth,
(08) 7008 7665 View (08) 7008 7665
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.