Grief Psychologists and Therapists in Southern River, WA

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Owen Robinson
Counsellor, MA, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Complex trauma at any age can make understanding ourselves, our reactions, painful emotions, and relationships mystifying. I'm registered with Blue Knot Foundation as a trauma informed therapist. If you have anxiety or depression symptoms, anger or hurt, I have been working beside people who want to manage and reduce these issues since the 20th century. I'll do my best to give you tools to use right from your first visit. If you are in a remote area I can provide sessions via Signal/Zoom. I know a lot about family and domestic violence and how people can come back from what happened to them or even from what they did to others.
Complex trauma at any age can make understanding ourselves, our reactions, painful emotions, and relationships mystifying. I'm registered with Blue Knot Foundation as a trauma informed therapist. If you have anxiety or depression symptoms, anger or hurt, I have been working beside people who want to manage and reduce these issues since the 20th century. I'll do my best to give you tools to use right from your first visit. If you are in a remote area I can provide sessions via Signal/Zoom. I know a lot about family and domestic violence and how people can come back from what happened to them or even from what they did to others.
(08) 7078 7553 View (08) 7078 7553
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Colin Longworth
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Colin Longworth, a Psychologist with weekday & evening consultations, for a range of presenting issues. I'm registered for Medicare, Telehealth, NDIS, and been a registered Psychologist since 2008. You can book online 24/7. (I've also been a volunteer phone counselor since 1981.) I studied Psychology in my later years. (My first 2 jobs were Blue-Collar.) As such I have a combination of over a half century of life experience along with my Psychology training and ongoing professional development, to bring to my role as Psychologist, Coach, Counselor and or Clinical Hypnotherapist (whichever applies). See website for more info.
Hi, I’m Colin Longworth, a Psychologist with weekday & evening consultations, for a range of presenting issues. I'm registered for Medicare, Telehealth, NDIS, and been a registered Psychologist since 2008. You can book online 24/7. (I've also been a volunteer phone counselor since 1981.) I studied Psychology in my later years. (My first 2 jobs were Blue-Collar.) As such I have a combination of over a half century of life experience along with my Psychology training and ongoing professional development, to bring to my role as Psychologist, Coach, Counselor and or Clinical Hypnotherapist (whichever applies). See website for more info.
(08) 7078 8291 View (08) 7078 8291
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The Bield Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Serves Area
Welcome to 'The Bield Counselling Services'. Bield is an old Scottish word meaning safety, protection; to give confidence, encouragement, assurance. Are you looking for a safe and welcoming environment where you can speak freely about your personal challenges, process new insights and then make helpful changes? Are hope and affirmation, as well as strategies and unbiased perspective, important to you in your healing journey? Do you value ongoing support as you navigate personal crises, relationship challenges, life transitions? My life experiences and training can help me to offer you this support.
Welcome to 'The Bield Counselling Services'. Bield is an old Scottish word meaning safety, protection; to give confidence, encouragement, assurance. Are you looking for a safe and welcoming environment where you can speak freely about your personal challenges, process new insights and then make helpful changes? Are hope and affirmation, as well as strategies and unbiased perspective, important to you in your healing journey? Do you value ongoing support as you navigate personal crises, relationship challenges, life transitions? My life experiences and training can help me to offer you this support.
(08) 6171 2477 View (08) 6171 2477
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Mary Gomez
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about your next steps? You're not alone—and you don’t have to go through it by yourself. A listening ear without judgements but with compassion and understanding. I work with individuals to strengthen relationships, improve communication, and navigate life's transitions. Relationship conflicts, parental stress, stress management, and depression are a few areas I focus on. I use an integrative approach using ACT, CBT, Person-centred Therapy, and Solution-focused therapy to help families improve communication, navigate stress, build stronger relationships and lead a better life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about your next steps? You're not alone—and you don’t have to go through it by yourself. A listening ear without judgements but with compassion and understanding. I work with individuals to strengthen relationships, improve communication, and navigate life's transitions. Relationship conflicts, parental stress, stress management, and depression are a few areas I focus on. I use an integrative approach using ACT, CBT, Person-centred Therapy, and Solution-focused therapy to help families improve communication, navigate stress, build stronger relationships and lead a better life.
(08) 6171 2689 View (08) 6171 2689

More Therapists Nearby

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Julie Sparrow
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Subiaco, WA 6008
Waitlist for new clients
I have significant experience working with people affected by cancer and chronic illness, anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual abuse, loneliness, relationship and family challenges, and grief.
I am a warm and caring therapist who uses a number of evidence-based approaches, and tailors my approach to each client. Everyone has their own unique history, strengths and values, and deserves an individualised approach.
I have significant experience working with people affected by cancer and chronic illness, anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual abuse, loneliness, relationship and family challenges, and grief.
I am a warm and caring therapist who uses a number of evidence-based approaches, and tailors my approach to each client. Everyone has their own unique history, strengths and values, and deserves an individualised approach.
(08) 6490 9072 View (08) 6490 9072
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Solas Leighis Counselling
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L4
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Grief and loss are part of everyday life however, there are ways to complete these lost relationships allowing the Client to move forward with their life.
I utilise integrated psychotherapy modalities to meet the needs of each Client. Utilising GRM, EMDR, IFS, Somatic Sensation Experience Therapy, PVT for CPTSD & dissociation. I am retired RN with over 40yrs experience, which enables me to support my clients to develop effective skills to live life fully.
Grief and loss are part of everyday life however, there are ways to complete these lost relationships allowing the Client to move forward with their life.
I utilise integrated psychotherapy modalities to meet the needs of each Client. Utilising GRM, EMDR, IFS, Somatic Sensation Experience Therapy, PVT for CPTSD & dissociation. I am retired RN with over 40yrs experience, which enables me to support my clients to develop effective skills to live life fully.
(08) 6219 3241 View (08) 6219 3241
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Beth Little
Counsellor, ACA-L1
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I'm Beth, I am here to help support anyone to reduce stress, manage grief and process trauma using gentle yet effective techniques. All sessions are client led, we work towards what you want to achieve through these sessions and do so in a safe supportive way. My specialty technique is Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT/Tapping). I chose this speciality due to the personal benefit I have experienced from it. Since becoming accredited and incorporating EFT/Tapping into sessions the beneficial impact of sessions for clients has greatly increased. If you're looking for someone to help you through a tough time I'm here to help.
Hi, I'm Beth, I am here to help support anyone to reduce stress, manage grief and process trauma using gentle yet effective techniques. All sessions are client led, we work towards what you want to achieve through these sessions and do so in a safe supportive way. My specialty technique is Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT/Tapping). I chose this speciality due to the personal benefit I have experienced from it. Since becoming accredited and incorporating EFT/Tapping into sessions the beneficial impact of sessions for clients has greatly increased. If you're looking for someone to help you through a tough time I'm here to help.
(08) 6171 3484 View (08) 6171 3484
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Nessrine Srouji
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Maddington, WA 6109
I specialise in anxiety, depression, stress, mood disorder, life transitions, migration Grief, self-esteem, and couple's relationships.
I am a dedicated counsellor with passion for helping people navigate life's tumultuous journey. At times all we need a listening ear and understanding person who can hear our struggles without feeling judged. Taking your time on your healing journey in a safe inviting environment is the place to start. Grow at your own pace, start where you feel comfortable starting. Our life journey is a marathon, not a sprint.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, stress, mood disorder, life transitions, migration Grief, self-esteem, and couple's relationships.
I am a dedicated counsellor with passion for helping people navigate life's tumultuous journey. At times all we need a listening ear and understanding person who can hear our struggles without feeling judged. Taking your time on your healing journey in a safe inviting environment is the place to start. Grow at your own pace, start where you feel comfortable starting. Our life journey is a marathon, not a sprint.
(08) 9316 6832 View (08) 9316 6832
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Heath Marshall
Counsellor, ACA-L4
2 Endorsed
Perth, WA 6000
Waitlist for new clients
I work with clients experiencing difficulties related to stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, grief, and a range of other issues.
If you are experiencing difficulties in any area of your life and feel you could benefit from speaking with someone about what is happening for you, please reach out. Whether you have experienced counselling before or if this is your first time, I will make a safe space for you to share what is happening in your life and support you to find your way forward.
I work with clients experiencing difficulties related to stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, grief, and a range of other issues.
If you are experiencing difficulties in any area of your life and feel you could benefit from speaking with someone about what is happening for you, please reach out. Whether you have experienced counselling before or if this is your first time, I will make a safe space for you to share what is happening in your life and support you to find your way forward.
(08) 6206 8106 View (08) 6206 8106
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Tap In Counselling Service
Counsellor, ACA-L3
South Perth, WA 6151
Dorte specialises in supporting adults and couples with attachment, relationships & life issues; trauma/complex trauma; stress/distress; loss & grief; and mental health issues.
“Stress, losses, and trauma create changes you don’t choose. Healing creates change you do choose” (adapted from Rosenthal). Dorte (Dee) at Tap In Counselling Service is a compassionate counsellor, whose training & experience strengthen her ability to adapt evidence-based approaches according to individual healing & recovery needs. Dorte guides adults and couples to tap into their resources, strengths, and supports to enhance their well-being, gain desired changes, and for healing. Individuals with BUPA, AHM, MediBank, HCF and Australian Regional Health Group (ARHG) incl. HBF private health cover may be eligible to claim rebates.
Dorte specialises in supporting adults and couples with attachment, relationships & life issues; trauma/complex trauma; stress/distress; loss & grief; and mental health issues.
“Stress, losses, and trauma create changes you don’t choose. Healing creates change you do choose” (adapted from Rosenthal). Dorte (Dee) at Tap In Counselling Service is a compassionate counsellor, whose training & experience strengthen her ability to adapt evidence-based approaches according to individual healing & recovery needs. Dorte guides adults and couples to tap into their resources, strengths, and supports to enhance their well-being, gain desired changes, and for healing. Individuals with BUPA, AHM, MediBank, HCF and Australian Regional Health Group (ARHG) incl. HBF private health cover may be eligible to claim rebates.
(08) 6493 7783 View (08) 6493 7783
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Linda Skinner
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Victoria Park, WA 6100
She is able to work with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief and loss, relationship, parenting and family challenges, significant life transitions, and the difficulties associated with the diagnosis of a chronic or life limiting illness.
Linda has over 15 years of clinical experience working in mental health services across the public, private and not for profit sectors. Linda’s therapeutic approach is warm, empathic and person centred. She believes that each client is the expert of their own life and provides a safe therapeutic space where she works collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve goals, bring about life enhancing positive change and improve social and emotional wellbeing. In addition to working in private practice, Linda works in a local community hospice providing specialised palliative care and bereavement counselling services.
She is able to work with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief and loss, relationship, parenting and family challenges, significant life transitions, and the difficulties associated with the diagnosis of a chronic or life limiting illness.
Linda has over 15 years of clinical experience working in mental health services across the public, private and not for profit sectors. Linda’s therapeutic approach is warm, empathic and person centred. She believes that each client is the expert of their own life and provides a safe therapeutic space where she works collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve goals, bring about life enhancing positive change and improve social and emotional wellbeing. In addition to working in private practice, Linda works in a local community hospice providing specialised palliative care and bereavement counselling services.
(08) 6007 3295 View (08) 6007 3295
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First Step Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Thornlie, WA 6108
I find the majority of my clients are looking for someone to listen to them, they want to be heard. I am hearing more and more that "I feel invisible". They want to feel that they are important and that people care.
I find the majority of my clients are looking for someone to listen to them, they want to be heard. I am hearing more and more that "I feel invisible". They want to feel that they are important and that people care.
(08) 6109 8115 View (08) 6109 8115
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Reflect Renew Counselling
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Online Only
Reflect Renew Counselling works with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, emotional overwhelm, and the lasting impact of trauma. I also support carers, helpers, and people who often carry the emotional weight of supporting others while placing their own needs last. Many clients come to counselling feeling constantly on edge, emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves and others. Together, we slow things down and gently explore the patterns contributing to these experiences within a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space.
Reflect Renew Counselling works with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, emotional overwhelm, and the lasting impact of trauma. I also support carers, helpers, and people who often carry the emotional weight of supporting others while placing their own needs last. Many clients come to counselling feeling constantly on edge, emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves and others. Together, we slow things down and gently explore the patterns contributing to these experiences within a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space.
(03) 8007 3516 View (03) 8007 3516
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Eleni Goimil
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Joondalup, WA 6027
Potential counselling clients typically struggle with emotional issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress, as well as challenges in relationships, self-esteem, or life transitions. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel understood, gain clarity, and learn healthier coping strategies. We can work towards goals that often involve reducing emotional distress, improving relationships, increasing confidence, and finding direction or balance in life, aiming to live a more fulfilled, stable, and meaningful life.
Potential counselling clients typically struggle with emotional issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress, as well as challenges in relationships, self-esteem, or life transitions. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel understood, gain clarity, and learn healthier coping strategies. We can work towards goals that often involve reducing emotional distress, improving relationships, increasing confidence, and finding direction or balance in life, aiming to live a more fulfilled, stable, and meaningful life.
(08) 6219 3693 View (08) 6219 3693
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The Beach Haven
Counsellor, ACA-L2
2 Endorsed
Joondalup, WA 6027
I support individuals, couples, and families who are navigating relationship strain, disconnection, conflict, or grief and loss.
I support people through relationship difficulties, grief and loss, family conflict, divorce and separation, illness or diagnosis, and life transitions. Together we slow things down, make sense of what you’re feeling, uncover what you need to move forward, and agree on a personalised plan based on your goals.
I support individuals, couples, and families who are navigating relationship strain, disconnection, conflict, or grief and loss.
I support people through relationship difficulties, grief and loss, family conflict, divorce and separation, illness or diagnosis, and life transitions. Together we slow things down, make sense of what you’re feeling, uncover what you need to move forward, and agree on a personalised plan based on your goals.
(08) 6206 8375 View (08) 6206 8375
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Meliora Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Piara Waters, WA 6112
Waitlist for new clients
Emily is an empathetic clinical psychologist who values building strong therapeutic relationships with clients. Her non-judgemental and comforting approach helps clients work on issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, bereavement, perinatal mental health, and adjustment issues. The therapeutic relationship can facilitate positive change and create a hopeful future outlook.
Emily is an empathetic clinical psychologist who values building strong therapeutic relationships with clients. Her non-judgemental and comforting approach helps clients work on issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, bereavement, perinatal mental health, and adjustment issues. The therapeutic relationship can facilitate positive change and create a hopeful future outlook.
(08) 6383 7090 View (08) 6383 7090
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Mark Twyerould
Counsellor, PACFA
Online Only
I support adults and teens navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, identity questions, relationship issues, and major transitions.
I utilise Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, existential work, and somatic techniques in an integrated and ethical way. I’m deeply interested in how trauma touches the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—and I would love to explore these dimensions in ways that honour your own values
I support adults and teens navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, identity questions, relationship issues, and major transitions.
I utilise Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, existential work, and somatic techniques in an integrated and ethical way. I’m deeply interested in how trauma touches the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—and I would love to explore these dimensions in ways that honour your own values
(08) 6490 9920 View (08) 6490 9920
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Oliver Aguilar
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
2 Endorsed
West Perth, WA 6005
The way I work is interactive, collaborative, intuitive, and respectful. I work analytically with my clients by investigating how early childhood experiences have shaped current thinking and behaviours. We explore the links between unconscious and conscious thoughts, symbolism, beliefs, emotions, desires, and how they impact daily life. The work lies within the unconscious to conscious links, how one relates to their world, allowing unspoken languages of the body to express deeply felt emotions and thought patterns. As your ‘story’ unfolds, together we work to find meanings, diverse perspectives, and solutions to your concerns.
The way I work is interactive, collaborative, intuitive, and respectful. I work analytically with my clients by investigating how early childhood experiences have shaped current thinking and behaviours. We explore the links between unconscious and conscious thoughts, symbolism, beliefs, emotions, desires, and how they impact daily life. The work lies within the unconscious to conscious links, how one relates to their world, allowing unspoken languages of the body to express deeply felt emotions and thought patterns. As your ‘story’ unfolds, together we work to find meanings, diverse perspectives, and solutions to your concerns.
(08) 7701 9507 View (08) 7701 9507
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Belmont & Byford Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Belmont, WA 6104
Her interests relate to understanding and helping people who have experienced trauma, self-esteem issues, grief and loss.
Kris is a pragmatic, empathetic professional who brings to the therapeutic environment a person-centered and solution-focused approach to psychological wellness and well-being. She uses a range of psychotherapeutic tools, such as cognitive-behaviour therapy, mindfulness training, and Trauma/Stress management, to assist people to resolve difficult challenges.
Her interests relate to understanding and helping people who have experienced trauma, self-esteem issues, grief and loss.
Kris is a pragmatic, empathetic professional who brings to the therapeutic environment a person-centered and solution-focused approach to psychological wellness and well-being. She uses a range of psychotherapeutic tools, such as cognitive-behaviour therapy, mindfulness training, and Trauma/Stress management, to assist people to resolve difficult challenges.
(08) 6206 8123 View (08) 6206 8123
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Daniela Kolundzija
Counsellor, ACA-L2
2 Endorsed
Karrinyup, WA 6018
Helping women navigate all kinds of grief and loss.
Grief is a deeply personal journey that varies for every woman due to the individual nature of relationships, memories, emotional, physical and spiritual responses. Utilising the healing benefits of nature, I aim to provide a safe and gentle space for grieving women who would like support in navigating loss as well as find meaning and hope.
Helping women navigate all kinds of grief and loss.
Grief is a deeply personal journey that varies for every woman due to the individual nature of relationships, memories, emotional, physical and spiritual responses. Utilising the healing benefits of nature, I aim to provide a safe and gentle space for grieving women who would like support in navigating loss as well as find meaning and hope.
(08) 6245 0301 View (08) 6245 0301
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.