Bereavement Counselling in Ballarat Central, VIC

Specialist in grief and loss, mental health, carer stress, relationships, illness, dementia, palliative care.
Counselling Services: Mental health, relationships, life transitions, disability. Specialist Grief and loss counsellor. Specialist Palliative care Counsellor, Specialist Dementia counsellor, Counselling End of life support, Counselling individuals with a life limiting illness. Counselling support for carers, navigating aged care services and residential.
Specialist in grief and loss, mental health, carer stress, relationships, illness, dementia, palliative care.
Counselling Services: Mental health, relationships, life transitions, disability. Specialist Grief and loss counsellor. Specialist Palliative care Counsellor, Specialist Dementia counsellor, Counselling End of life support, Counselling individuals with a life limiting illness. Counselling support for carers, navigating aged care services and residential.

I am also a grief and loss counsellor who can provide a gentle ear and support when you've experienced a loss.
I offer flexible counselling services via video chat and telephone. I also run a weekly clinic every Friday at Qhub in Ballarat for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I can use a range of evidence-based therapy techniques to help you to work through issues and meet your goals, while creating a gentle and calm atmosphere.
I am also a grief and loss counsellor who can provide a gentle ear and support when you've experienced a loss.
I offer flexible counselling services via video chat and telephone. I also run a weekly clinic every Friday at Qhub in Ballarat for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I can use a range of evidence-based therapy techniques to help you to work through issues and meet your goals, while creating a gentle and calm atmosphere.

Whether you are suffering from loss, depression, anxiety, fear, relationship issues, I can help.
By using some intervention techniques and guidance, we can work together for more stability and direction in your life.
Whether you are suffering from loss, depression, anxiety, fear, relationship issues, I can help.
By using some intervention techniques and guidance, we can work together for more stability and direction in your life.
Kunawiri Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
I am a warm, engaging, and compassionate psychologist who strives to establish a safe, non-judgemental, respectful and trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients.
I welcome clients of all genders, ethnicities, and religions.
I have a special interest in grief counselling and also work with individuals experiencing a range of life challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, difficulties adjusting to life transitions, relationship issues and other mental health issues.
I am a warm, engaging, and compassionate psychologist who strives to establish a safe, non-judgemental, respectful and trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients.
I welcome clients of all genders, ethnicities, and religions.
I have a special interest in grief counselling and also work with individuals experiencing a range of life challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, difficulties adjusting to life transitions, relationship issues and other mental health issues.

Heart and Hope Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
I have over twenty years of general counselling experience and have particular expertise in grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, mental health issues and working with many other concerns.
I am empathic, supportive, client centred and empowering. I will work with you on your concerns, possibilities and finding effective ways forward. I provide the support and assistance you need to move forward and be the best you. I offer a flexible service and can also support you with phone or skype sessions and provide a complimentary phone discussion.
I have over twenty years of general counselling experience and have particular expertise in grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, mental health issues and working with many other concerns.
I am empathic, supportive, client centred and empowering. I will work with you on your concerns, possibilities and finding effective ways forward. I provide the support and assistance you need to move forward and be the best you. I offer a flexible service and can also support you with phone or skype sessions and provide a complimentary phone discussion.

Grief.
No Fluff. No Nonsense. If I Don't Help, You Don't Pay. Simple.
Grief.
No Fluff. No Nonsense. If I Don't Help, You Don't Pay. Simple.

I have over 25 years experience supporting adults to explore the depths of their inner world to find a fulfilling life even after trauma and abuse, loss, family dysfunction, career challenges, illness, menopause and life transitions.
As a psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience, I focus on helping individuals and couples navigate the challenging terrain of relational trauma, abuse recovery, and relationship transformation. My approach integrates deep psychological work with practical strategies for healing and growth, drawing upon psychoanalytic understanding, EMDR trauma processing, dream analysis, and body-based awareness.
Relational trauma can emerge from various experiences, including narcissistic abuse, family estrangement, workplace psychological abuse, and toxic relationship patterns. These experiences often leave deep emotional wounds.
I have over 25 years experience supporting adults to explore the depths of their inner world to find a fulfilling life even after trauma and abuse, loss, family dysfunction, career challenges, illness, menopause and life transitions.
As a psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience, I focus on helping individuals and couples navigate the challenging terrain of relational trauma, abuse recovery, and relationship transformation. My approach integrates deep psychological work with practical strategies for healing and growth, drawing upon psychoanalytic understanding, EMDR trauma processing, dream analysis, and body-based awareness.
Relational trauma can emerge from various experiences, including narcissistic abuse, family estrangement, workplace psychological abuse, and toxic relationship patterns. These experiences often leave deep emotional wounds.

Genevieve provides psychological therapies for a range of mental health difficulties – including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship and social issues, low self-esteem and grief/ loss.
Genevieve draws from a variety of therapeutic modalities in her feedback-informed, client-centred approach. Genevieve has undertaken advanced training in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and highly values the opportunities EFT provides clients who are seeking to process past emotional injuries / traumas and make meaning of their emotional experience.
Genevieve provides psychological therapies for a range of mental health difficulties – including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship and social issues, low self-esteem and grief/ loss.
Genevieve draws from a variety of therapeutic modalities in her feedback-informed, client-centred approach. Genevieve has undertaken advanced training in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and highly values the opportunities EFT provides clients who are seeking to process past emotional injuries / traumas and make meaning of their emotional experience.

I have supported people recover from a number of challenges, including those related to trauma, anxiety, depression, bereavement, interpersonal issues, low self-esteem and existential issues.
Since working in community health settings, I have garnered a true interest in the use of eye movements to help people heal from trauma. My approach is trauma informed and efficacious. I have seen first-hand the transformative nature of such approaches. I use other interventions as well to accommodate specific needs of those I work with.
I have supported people recover from a number of challenges, including those related to trauma, anxiety, depression, bereavement, interpersonal issues, low self-esteem and existential issues.
Since working in community health settings, I have garnered a true interest in the use of eye movements to help people heal from trauma. My approach is trauma informed and efficacious. I have seen first-hand the transformative nature of such approaches. I use other interventions as well to accommodate specific needs of those I work with.

Siobhan is a caring and compassionate psychologist/EMDR practitioner who works with adults experiencing Trauma, PTSD, Bereavement, Grief and Loss.
Providing a supportive and reflective space to help you through times of distress and confusion, I work collaboratively with you, helping you explore your strengths, and empowering you to create meaningful change.
Siobhan is a caring and compassionate psychologist/EMDR practitioner who works with adults experiencing Trauma, PTSD, Bereavement, Grief and Loss.
Providing a supportive and reflective space to help you through times of distress and confusion, I work collaboratively with you, helping you explore your strengths, and empowering you to create meaningful change.
She has a strong interest in life adjustment challenges, including mid-life; neurodiversity including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism; grief and loss; phobias; emotional dysregulation; anxiety disorders; and faith-related issues.
She utilises a range of evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy skills training, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, to implement change.
She has a strong interest in life adjustment challenges, including mid-life; neurodiversity including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism; grief and loss; phobias; emotional dysregulation; anxiety disorders; and faith-related issues.
She utilises a range of evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy skills training, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, to implement change.
Meet Our Bereavement Counsellors

Individual, Couples, Group Work, Intimate Partner Violence, Family Violence, Abusive Behaviours, Anger Management, VOCAT, Grief Loss and Trauma, Mandated and Voluntary Clients, Suicidality, Mental Health - Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, AOD and Other Addictions, Sexual Health, Sexual Pleasure and Sexual Concerns, Gender identity, and Clin Supervision.
I am a counsellor, sexologist and clinical supervisor with experience working with clients who have been in the same place you are. Just like a plant, you need water, sun and a safe place to grow. I provide the space for you to focus on your stuckness and to safely sit in the uncomfortableness. Trauma, guilt, anxiety and anger can hold you back from living. Maybe your relationship needs a jump start. Intimacy may no longer exist. Life can be hard sometimes but you don't have to do it on your own. I am here to walk with you along your journey. There is a way forward, a way to feed your soul and a way to let the light in.
Individual, Couples, Group Work, Intimate Partner Violence, Family Violence, Abusive Behaviours, Anger Management, VOCAT, Grief Loss and Trauma, Mandated and Voluntary Clients, Suicidality, Mental Health - Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, AOD and Other Addictions, Sexual Health, Sexual Pleasure and Sexual Concerns, Gender identity, and Clin Supervision.
I am a counsellor, sexologist and clinical supervisor with experience working with clients who have been in the same place you are. Just like a plant, you need water, sun and a safe place to grow. I provide the space for you to focus on your stuckness and to safely sit in the uncomfortableness. Trauma, guilt, anxiety and anger can hold you back from living. Maybe your relationship needs a jump start. Intimacy may no longer exist. Life can be hard sometimes but you don't have to do it on your own. I am here to walk with you along your journey. There is a way forward, a way to feed your soul and a way to let the light in.

Sue Balkin-Mitchell
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
With years of diverse experience, I navigate a wide array of psychological concerns. Whether your issue is acute or prolonged, I provide an empathic, and collaborative approach to addressing your needs and goals. I utilise a range of evidence-based tools and therapies to address needs as appropriate, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR). Being acutely aware that every client is unique, I take great care to tailor approaches to each clients personality and thinking style.
With years of diverse experience, I navigate a wide array of psychological concerns. Whether your issue is acute or prolonged, I provide an empathic, and collaborative approach to addressing your needs and goals. I utilise a range of evidence-based tools and therapies to address needs as appropriate, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR). Being acutely aware that every client is unique, I take great care to tailor approaches to each clients personality and thinking style.

My goal as a Creative Counsellor is to assist my clients of all ages to gain a quality of life that is enriched with possibilities, and to embrace change with more confidence and mindfulness. It is my intention for you to gain a sense of worth, and to explore these feelings together one step at a time through engagement with creative experiences on offer. No artistic skills are needed to experience the positive effects Art Therapy can offer. It is centred around your own interests, and what is resonating with you in the present moment, while we discover and clarify the issues at hand in a safe and therapeutic environment.
My goal as a Creative Counsellor is to assist my clients of all ages to gain a quality of life that is enriched with possibilities, and to embrace change with more confidence and mindfulness. It is my intention for you to gain a sense of worth, and to explore these feelings together one step at a time through engagement with creative experiences on offer. No artistic skills are needed to experience the positive effects Art Therapy can offer. It is centred around your own interests, and what is resonating with you in the present moment, while we discover and clarify the issues at hand in a safe and therapeutic environment.

Boundless Minds Therapy
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
Hi, I'm Jordan and I am a registered Psychologist located in Ballarat, Victoria. I work with people over the age of 16 in enhancing the quality of their life, from boosting their confidence, building healthier relationships to finding more meaning and purpose in their lives. Supporting people to achieve their mental health goals by empowering them to overcome personal challenges and build resilience is something I'm passionate about.
Hi, I'm Jordan and I am a registered Psychologist located in Ballarat, Victoria. I work with people over the age of 16 in enhancing the quality of their life, from boosting their confidence, building healthier relationships to finding more meaning and purpose in their lives. Supporting people to achieve their mental health goals by empowering them to overcome personal challenges and build resilience is something I'm passionate about.

Tamzin Rasmussen
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
I am a registered Psychologist and a Gestalt psychotherapist, specialising in a holistic and integrative approach to mental health. With over 25 years of experience in the fields of psychology, counselling, psychotherapy, and supervision, I am dedicated to providing a supportive and insightful therapeutic journey for each of my clients. My commitment is to provide a compassionate and empowering environment where clients can gain clarity, develop self-awareness, and find meaningful ways to address their concerns.
I am a registered Psychologist and a Gestalt psychotherapist, specialising in a holistic and integrative approach to mental health. With over 25 years of experience in the fields of psychology, counselling, psychotherapy, and supervision, I am dedicated to providing a supportive and insightful therapeutic journey for each of my clients. My commitment is to provide a compassionate and empowering environment where clients can gain clarity, develop self-awareness, and find meaningful ways to address their concerns.

KIT Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
Hello, my name is Kelly. I am a clinical psychologist offering therapeutic, evidence-based interventions to young people and adults struggling with their mental health and wellbeing within my practice at KIT Psychology. I have a special interest in neurodiversity (including ADHD and Autism) and enjoy using creative therapies as an adjunct to traditional talk-therapies and EMDR therapy.
Hello, my name is Kelly. I am a clinical psychologist offering therapeutic, evidence-based interventions to young people and adults struggling with their mental health and wellbeing within my practice at KIT Psychology. I have a special interest in neurodiversity (including ADHD and Autism) and enjoy using creative therapies as an adjunct to traditional talk-therapies and EMDR therapy.

Teresa Peers
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
Waitlist for new clients
Offering psychological therapy services and assessments from ages 7 and over. Experience in a range of psychometric testing, ASD assessments (ADIR, ADOS, Sensory Profile), cognitive assessments (WISC, WAIS), ADHD assessments, Adaptive functioning (ABAS, Vineland), and other diagnostic assessments (PAI, Conners). As I am usually very busy in sessions with clients, the best way to make contact with me is via email. Board approved supervisor offering supervision for 5+1 and 4+2 pathways.
Offering psychological therapy services and assessments from ages 7 and over. Experience in a range of psychometric testing, ASD assessments (ADIR, ADOS, Sensory Profile), cognitive assessments (WISC, WAIS), ADHD assessments, Adaptive functioning (ABAS, Vineland), and other diagnostic assessments (PAI, Conners). As I am usually very busy in sessions with clients, the best way to make contact with me is via email. Board approved supervisor offering supervision for 5+1 and 4+2 pathways.

Hello I'm Michelle. I am an ACA registered counsellor and ICF registered life coach. In my practice, I work alongside young people & adults to support them in navigating life’s challenges, achieving desired improvements in their mental health, wellbeing, relationships and life circumstances. I have a gentle, compassionate nature and provide a comfortable, discreet space where my clients feel safe and supported to share, grow and connect with inner wisdom. My approach is intuitive, flexible and strengths-based, often solution-focussed and always person centred around an individual’s unique interests, values and hopes for the future.
Hello I'm Michelle. I am an ACA registered counsellor and ICF registered life coach. In my practice, I work alongside young people & adults to support them in navigating life’s challenges, achieving desired improvements in their mental health, wellbeing, relationships and life circumstances. I have a gentle, compassionate nature and provide a comfortable, discreet space where my clients feel safe and supported to share, grow and connect with inner wisdom. My approach is intuitive, flexible and strengths-based, often solution-focussed and always person centred around an individual’s unique interests, values and hopes for the future.

Centre Self Collective - EMDR Intensives
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Tamera, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Accredited EMDR therapist, and co-founder of Centre Self Collective, with locations in Brunswick, Melbourne, and Daylesford. If you’re here, you may be dealing with anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem challenges, mood difficulties, or trauma. You’re not alone, and the right support is available. With over 12 years of experience, my practice is deeply rooted in social work practice and clinical excellence. I’m committed to providing evidence-based care that brings meaningful, lasting change.
Hi, I’m Tamera, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Accredited EMDR therapist, and co-founder of Centre Self Collective, with locations in Brunswick, Melbourne, and Daylesford. If you’re here, you may be dealing with anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem challenges, mood difficulties, or trauma. You’re not alone, and the right support is available. With over 12 years of experience, my practice is deeply rooted in social work practice and clinical excellence. I’m committed to providing evidence-based care that brings meaningful, lasting change.
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Bereavement Counsellors
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.