Grief Psychologists and Therapists in Saint Albans, VIC
She specialises in helping individuals navigate emotional, mental, and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma & PTSD, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions, etc.
With extensive experience in public mental health, schools, hospitals, counselling centers, private practice, EAP services, psycho-oncology, palliative care, and hospice care, Phuong brings deep expertise to even the most complex situations. This diverse background ensures each client receives personalized and effective care.
She specialises in helping individuals navigate emotional, mental, and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma & PTSD, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions, etc.
With extensive experience in public mental health, schools, hospitals, counselling centers, private practice, EAP services, psycho-oncology, palliative care, and hospice care, Phuong brings deep expertise to even the most complex situations. This diverse background ensures each client receives personalized and effective care.
You can navigate life transitions, such as relationship breakdown, grief and job loss, feeling secure, empowered and resilient, with a sense of clarity and purpose.
Louise is a PACFA registered psychotherapist and holistic counsellor. Using targeted interventions, including somatic experiencing and brainspotting, I guide you through life's transitions, fostering self-discovery and growth. I support both lifelong questing and short term crisis. You may be facing uncertainty, anxiety, depression, addiction or an identity crisis. We will work on strategies to manage emotions and adapt to changing circumstances. I create a safe haven to foster self-compassion, self-understanding as you learn to self-regulate, build resilience and communicate your needs as you gain momentum back in your life.
You can navigate life transitions, such as relationship breakdown, grief and job loss, feeling secure, empowered and resilient, with a sense of clarity and purpose.
Louise is a PACFA registered psychotherapist and holistic counsellor. Using targeted interventions, including somatic experiencing and brainspotting, I guide you through life's transitions, fostering self-discovery and growth. I support both lifelong questing and short term crisis. You may be facing uncertainty, anxiety, depression, addiction or an identity crisis. We will work on strategies to manage emotions and adapt to changing circumstances. I create a safe haven to foster self-compassion, self-understanding as you learn to self-regulate, build resilience and communicate your needs as you gain momentum back in your life.
I have an interest in cognitive psychology (memory, perception, language) and affective neuroscience (emotions, social behaviours, psychosomatics) for helping with anxiety/panic attacks, depression/ grief, trauma/stress and relationship management, and issues related to ADHD (executive functioning, rejection sensitivity, etc.).
Hello! Thank you for considering me as your therapist. Inspired by the Filipino gesture of "akbay," my approach is one of warmth, trust, and understanding, I am here to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and growth. I recognise and respect your unique experiences, so that you can be in therapy as you are. I practice with safety and inclusivity for all individuals.
I primarily draw on attachment-based, trauma-informed, and cognitive-behavioural perspectives and use a holistic approach to therapy that incorporates thoughts, feelings, body/sensations, and behaviours towards positive outcomes.
I have an interest in cognitive psychology (memory, perception, language) and affective neuroscience (emotions, social behaviours, psychosomatics) for helping with anxiety/panic attacks, depression/ grief, trauma/stress and relationship management, and issues related to ADHD (executive functioning, rejection sensitivity, etc.).
Hello! Thank you for considering me as your therapist. Inspired by the Filipino gesture of "akbay," my approach is one of warmth, trust, and understanding, I am here to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and growth. I recognise and respect your unique experiences, so that you can be in therapy as you are. I practice with safety and inclusivity for all individuals.
I primarily draw on attachment-based, trauma-informed, and cognitive-behavioural perspectives and use a holistic approach to therapy that incorporates thoughts, feelings, body/sensations, and behaviours towards positive outcomes.
Kayla Ta is a Registered Psychologist providing therapy for adults, adolescents, and children (8+). She works with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, self-esteem, parenting and family issues, life transitions, and stress.
She also conducts assessments for children, adolescents, and adults using evidence-based, neuroaffirming tools, including autism, ADHD, cognitive, and learning assessments. Assessments provide clear feedback and practical recommendations, with consistent support and guidance throughout the process.
Kayla Ta is a Registered Psychologist providing therapy for adults, adolescents, and children (8+). She works with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, self-esteem, parenting and family issues, life transitions, and stress.
She also conducts assessments for children, adolescents, and adults using evidence-based, neuroaffirming tools, including autism, ADHD, cognitive, and learning assessments. Assessments provide clear feedback and practical recommendations, with consistent support and guidance throughout the process.
I work with adults and young people experiencing stress and anxiety, depression, grief and loss, emotional dysregulation, trauma, or difficulties with behaviour change and substance use.
Holding dual Master’s degrees in Counselling and Social Ethics, I use evidence based and trauma-informed care to help clients navigate complex life decisions and identity conflicts. This structured, culturally sensitive approach fully equips children, youth, and adults to process and confidently live with major choices within their broader world.
I work with adults and young people experiencing stress and anxiety, depression, grief and loss, emotional dysregulation, trauma, or difficulties with behaviour change and substance use.
Holding dual Master’s degrees in Counselling and Social Ethics, I use evidence based and trauma-informed care to help clients navigate complex life decisions and identity conflicts. This structured, culturally sensitive approach fully equips children, youth, and adults to process and confidently live with major choices within their broader world.
Life might look full, and on paper it might even look good, but something feels missing. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or caught in patterns that keep repeating. Often, the women I work with are capable, self-aware and used to holding everything together. But they’re asking, in one way or another, “Who am I?” and “how do I want to be in the world?” They’re looking for a space to explore what is actually true for them, and to reconnect with the parts of themselves that have gone quiet beneath years of adapting, coping and surviving.
Life might look full, and on paper it might even look good, but something feels missing. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or caught in patterns that keep repeating. Often, the women I work with are capable, self-aware and used to holding everything together. But they’re asking, in one way or another, “Who am I?” and “how do I want to be in the world?” They’re looking for a space to explore what is actually true for them, and to reconnect with the parts of themselves that have gone quiet beneath years of adapting, coping and surviving.
Christina has 20 years experience as a mental health social worker and psychotherapist. She works with people whose lives have been affected by childhood & adult trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family violence, and the impact of identity, family, ethnic and cultural issues on mental health. She has a special interest in supporting clients with chronic and physical health and disability issues. Christina hopes that through therapy, people can develop a greater awareness of their emotions, thoughts, strengths and goals and an overall improvement in their wellbeing and relationships with others.
Christina has 20 years experience as a mental health social worker and psychotherapist. She works with people whose lives have been affected by childhood & adult trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family violence, and the impact of identity, family, ethnic and cultural issues on mental health. She has a special interest in supporting clients with chronic and physical health and disability issues. Christina hopes that through therapy, people can develop a greater awareness of their emotions, thoughts, strengths and goals and an overall improvement in their wellbeing and relationships with others.
These therapies may be helpful for anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, anger, gambling, low self-esteem or life transitions.
Violeta’s clinical practice with couples combines element of Psychodynamic, Systemic, Cognitive Behavioural and Emotion Focus Therapy to help couples to gain understanding of their past family of origin experiences that influence their current relationships, process their emotions, develop authentic communication and compassion for each other.
These therapies may be helpful for anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, anger, gambling, low self-esteem or life transitions.
Violeta’s clinical practice with couples combines element of Psychodynamic, Systemic, Cognitive Behavioural and Emotion Focus Therapy to help couples to gain understanding of their past family of origin experiences that influence their current relationships, process their emotions, develop authentic communication and compassion for each other.
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They may be navigating grief, relational trauma, fertility experiences, workplace stress, cultural expectations, or significant life transitions.
I offer online trauma-informed counselling and somatic therapy across Australia. My approach integrates a whole-person centred care approach, attachment-aware, psychodynamic, and body-based therapies. Therapy focuses not only on understanding patterns but also on creating opportunities for new experiences, greater choices, and lasting, sustainable changes.
They may be navigating grief, relational trauma, fertility experiences, workplace stress, cultural expectations, or significant life transitions.
I offer online trauma-informed counselling and somatic therapy across Australia. My approach integrates a whole-person centred care approach, attachment-aware, psychodynamic, and body-based therapies. Therapy focuses not only on understanding patterns but also on creating opportunities for new experiences, greater choices, and lasting, sustainable changes.
You may be carrying the weight of grief or loss, feeling emotionally exhausted, struggling with burnout, or wondering where the person you used to be has gone.
I support women experiencing grief and loss, burnout, emotional overwhelm, identity loss, and major life transitions. I provide a calm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can slow down, make sense of what you're experiencing, and feel supported. Together, we work toward rebuilding connection, emotional stability, confidence, and a sense of self.
You may be carrying the weight of grief or loss, feeling emotionally exhausted, struggling with burnout, or wondering where the person you used to be has gone.
I support women experiencing grief and loss, burnout, emotional overwhelm, identity loss, and major life transitions. I provide a calm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can slow down, make sense of what you're experiencing, and feel supported. Together, we work toward rebuilding connection, emotional stability, confidence, and a sense of self.
My Specialties & Focus Areas: Neurodivergent Support: ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, and sensory processing differences; Grief and Loss of Loved Ones, Employment, Companions Animals & Pets, Relationships.
I believe therapy should speak your language. My practice integrates subcultures, gaming, art, music, anime, and diverse spiritual practices into our sessions. These are not distractions—they are powerful tools for validation, safety, and emotional expression.
My Specialties & Focus Areas: Neurodivergent Support: ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, and sensory processing differences; Grief and Loss of Loved Ones, Employment, Companions Animals & Pets, Relationships.
I believe therapy should speak your language. My practice integrates subcultures, gaming, art, music, anime, and diverse spiritual practices into our sessions. These are not distractions—they are powerful tools for validation, safety, and emotional expression.
Perhaps you are dealing with grief or bereavement, chronic illness or disability, are having relationship difficulties or are struggling with anxiety and depression.
As a counsellor, I value having an authentic connection with my clients, listening respectfully and without judgment. I am a Mental Health Social Worker, grief and bereavement counsellor and a Gestalt Psychotherapist, who has worked in the disability/chronic illness arena. I have worked in private practice on a parttime basis since 2015.
Perhaps you are dealing with grief or bereavement, chronic illness or disability, are having relationship difficulties or are struggling with anxiety and depression.
As a counsellor, I value having an authentic connection with my clients, listening respectfully and without judgment. I am a Mental Health Social Worker, grief and bereavement counsellor and a Gestalt Psychotherapist, who has worked in the disability/chronic illness arena. I have worked in private practice on a parttime basis since 2015.
I enjoy journeying alongside a person to move towards the life wanted according to their values. Also, I help a person identify their values, so they live a life they envisage. This journey includes exploring barriers stopping a person from living life according to their values. A person’s values create realistic achievable goals to move toward the life a person wants. The bedrock of my practice is respect and empathy for the person. My approach is person-centred incorporating biological, social, psychological, and spiritual areas of a person’s life. It is from this perspective a person sets the agenda creating their own solutions.
I enjoy journeying alongside a person to move towards the life wanted according to their values. Also, I help a person identify their values, so they live a life they envisage. This journey includes exploring barriers stopping a person from living life according to their values. A person’s values create realistic achievable goals to move toward the life a person wants. The bedrock of my practice is respect and empathy for the person. My approach is person-centred incorporating biological, social, psychological, and spiritual areas of a person’s life. It is from this perspective a person sets the agenda creating their own solutions.
I will help you to navigate and grow through challenging times, (re) discover your spark and support you to live your most authentic life. I offer a warm and safe space where you can gain new insight, process emotions, and achieve your therapeutic goals. I provide both psychotherapy and supervision and take a collaborative and supportive approach in both roles.
I will help you to navigate and grow through challenging times, (re) discover your spark and support you to live your most authentic life. I offer a warm and safe space where you can gain new insight, process emotions, and achieve your therapeutic goals. I provide both psychotherapy and supervision and take a collaborative and supportive approach in both roles.
Dr Candice Mace
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
7 Endorsed
Glen Waverley, VIC 3150
Waitlist for new clients
My lived experiences with grief and loss generated interest in pursuing a career in clinical psychology and grief, loss, and trauma.
My counselling style is gentle and collaborative with the ability to create rapport quickly – I intend to create a safe, supportive and affirming place where the counselling work is empowering and enriching. I use a person-centred and trauma-informed cognitive behavioural approach in my work, which also includes EMDR and elements of ACT, DBT, Schema and psychodynamic therapies. I see my work as a real honour to work with people, quite often at their most vulnerable, and I really value the time I spend with my clients as we explore and collaborate on our therapy experience together.
My lived experiences with grief and loss generated interest in pursuing a career in clinical psychology and grief, loss, and trauma.
My counselling style is gentle and collaborative with the ability to create rapport quickly – I intend to create a safe, supportive and affirming place where the counselling work is empowering and enriching. I use a person-centred and trauma-informed cognitive behavioural approach in my work, which also includes EMDR and elements of ACT, DBT, Schema and psychodynamic therapies. I see my work as a real honour to work with people, quite often at their most vulnerable, and I really value the time I spend with my clients as we explore and collaborate on our therapy experience together.
The women I work with are often carrying more than anyone around them realises: grief after pregnancy or baby loss, postnatal anxiety, birth trauma, burnout, or a sense of self that's quietly shifting.
I offer online counselling for women across Australia, specialising in grief and pregnancy loss, perinatal mental health, postnatal anxiety, birth trauma, burnout, life transitions. My approach is trauma-informed and relational. All sessions are via Google Meet, 50 minutes, with a free 15 minute introductory call to start and understand if we are a good fit.
The women I work with are often carrying more than anyone around them realises: grief after pregnancy or baby loss, postnatal anxiety, birth trauma, burnout, or a sense of self that's quietly shifting.
I offer online counselling for women across Australia, specialising in grief and pregnancy loss, perinatal mental health, postnatal anxiety, birth trauma, burnout, life transitions. My approach is trauma-informed and relational. All sessions are via Google Meet, 50 minutes, with a free 15 minute introductory call to start and understand if we are a good fit.
My ideal clients are individuals and couples ready to explore what's keeping them stuck — in old patterns, relationship struggles, or simply a life that no longer feels their own. Many carry early attachment wounds that quietly shape their present. I work relationally, creating a space where clients feel genuinely safe and heard. Together we explore what drives their patterns, rebuild trust in themselves and others, and find a way forward with greater clarity and freedom.
My ideal clients are individuals and couples ready to explore what's keeping them stuck — in old patterns, relationship struggles, or simply a life that no longer feels their own. Many carry early attachment wounds that quietly shape their present. I work relationally, creating a space where clients feel genuinely safe and heard. Together we explore what drives their patterns, rebuild trust in themselves and others, and find a way forward with greater clarity and freedom.
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.
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.
I am a registered clinical counsellor. I use Emotion-Focused Therapy as my main mode of practice. EFT is Person Centred/Humanistic. It is based on the Attachment and Identity theory. It also means that in therapy, I prioritise working on emotions. You may have learned to avoid and suppress your feelings, or they may have overwhelmed you. In therapy, I aim to support you in befriending and welcoming your feelings so they become a resource as they are meant to be and not a hindrance.
I am a registered clinical counsellor. I use Emotion-Focused Therapy as my main mode of practice. EFT is Person Centred/Humanistic. It is based on the Attachment and Identity theory. It also means that in therapy, I prioritise working on emotions. You may have learned to avoid and suppress your feelings, or they may have overwhelmed you. In therapy, I aim to support you in befriending and welcoming your feelings so they become a resource as they are meant to be and not a hindrance.
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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.