Bereavement Counselling in Bamber Bridge

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Deborah Ann Lloyd
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I have particular knowledge and experience in trauma, attachment theory, bereavement and loss.
I am able to provide a safe and contained therapeutic space, allowing you to begin to bring change based on your goals. The core principle of my approach is for us to work together in allowing you to develop a greater awareness of how you think, feel and behave, whilst developing healthy strategies to allow change.
I have particular knowledge and experience in trauma, attachment theory, bereavement and loss.
I am able to provide a safe and contained therapeutic space, allowing you to begin to bring change based on your goals. The core principle of my approach is for us to work together in allowing you to develop a greater awareness of how you think, feel and behave, whilst developing healthy strategies to allow change.
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Jacqueline Branfield | Forever Growing
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I hold specialism in neuro-diversity, anxiety, attachments and trauma, alongside extensive experience, successfully supporting clients navigating fear, grief, panic, low self esteem, OCD and disorganised patterns.
A warm welcome to Forever Growing Counselling & Wellbeing Specialist, I am Jacqueline a highly skilled Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Hypnotherapist and RTT Practitioner. I also hold experience has a school counsellor and therapeutic practitioner. Together we create a safe calming space, reducing overwhelm, promoting self exploration and expression, gaining deep understanding of challenges faced. At your pace we work towards soothing the nervous system, moving away from anxiety, being your own biggest critic, creating a new updated communication style, compassionate, one that works for you, stepping into being your own best friend.
I hold specialism in neuro-diversity, anxiety, attachments and trauma, alongside extensive experience, successfully supporting clients navigating fear, grief, panic, low self esteem, OCD and disorganised patterns.
A warm welcome to Forever Growing Counselling & Wellbeing Specialist, I am Jacqueline a highly skilled Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Hypnotherapist and RTT Practitioner. I also hold experience has a school counsellor and therapeutic practitioner. Together we create a safe calming space, reducing overwhelm, promoting self exploration and expression, gaining deep understanding of challenges faced. At your pace we work towards soothing the nervous system, moving away from anxiety, being your own biggest critic, creating a new updated communication style, compassionate, one that works for you, stepping into being your own best friend.
01257 448241 View 01257 448241
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Katie Robinson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I believe you strive to want to do what's best for you, no matter what conditions you may find yourself in. I believe in the uniqueness of each individual and that you have the capacity to be the expert in your own world, as only you know how you truly feel, and what you really want. You are the only person who can decide who you want to be, and how you want to be living your life. I believe you deserve respect for the values and choices you decide to live by and strongly believe that through the trustworthy relationship I hope to build with you, that together, we will find the path that is hidden from you.
I believe you strive to want to do what's best for you, no matter what conditions you may find yourself in. I believe in the uniqueness of each individual and that you have the capacity to be the expert in your own world, as only you know how you truly feel, and what you really want. You are the only person who can decide who you want to be, and how you want to be living your life. I believe you deserve respect for the values and choices you decide to live by and strongly believe that through the trustworthy relationship I hope to build with you, that together, we will find the path that is hidden from you.
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The Wellness Consultancy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Often clients contact me when other therapy has not helped them in the way they had hoped. This is often due to the complexity of difficulties being layered perhaps in a history of trauma. Distress in the body and mind can be triggered by what appears to be something superficial. This can open up the past or come at a time when our emotional resilience is low so this event has a greater impact than it may have done. We can find ourselves not being able to function in our normal way. Many clients often identify as 'good copers' and those who 'just get on with it'. Perhaps we can't now - this is frightening and can derail us.
Often clients contact me when other therapy has not helped them in the way they had hoped. This is often due to the complexity of difficulties being layered perhaps in a history of trauma. Distress in the body and mind can be triggered by what appears to be something superficial. This can open up the past or come at a time when our emotional resilience is low so this event has a greater impact than it may have done. We can find ourselves not being able to function in our normal way. Many clients often identify as 'good copers' and those who 'just get on with it'. Perhaps we can't now - this is frightening and can derail us.
01204 238760 View 01204 238760
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Paul Robinson
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Hi, my name is Paul Robinson, a psychotherapist and counsellor based in Preston, Lancashire. I have always enjoyed working with people, helping them to overcome their difficulties and distress and to develop and grow. People have always described me as "easy to talk to" and I use this as the foundation to the friendly, empathic and non-judgemental approach I offer to my clients. It is my sincere hope that the relationship we create together becomes the space in which we can explore the challenges and distress that brings you to consider seeing a therapist, and to then be able to move on in life in a much better way.
Hi, my name is Paul Robinson, a psychotherapist and counsellor based in Preston, Lancashire. I have always enjoyed working with people, helping them to overcome their difficulties and distress and to develop and grow. People have always described me as "easy to talk to" and I use this as the foundation to the friendly, empathic and non-judgemental approach I offer to my clients. It is my sincere hope that the relationship we create together becomes the space in which we can explore the challenges and distress that brings you to consider seeing a therapist, and to then be able to move on in life in a much better way.
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Virginia E Toole
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you feel ripped apart and shaken to your core? You don't want to be a burden to your friends and you can't talk to family, it's all so overwhelming. The deepest pit of despair and hurt, mixed emotions, anguish, anger, confusion, barely coping with intense non- stop life changes. Loss of family, partner or treasured friend, sudden or chronic illness, even loss of the person you used to be! Aging, guilt about lifestyle, fear of a new job and moving... the prickly heartache from losing your beloved pet. You don't even have the strength to take the next step, to pull yourself through while trying to reach your old self.
Do you feel ripped apart and shaken to your core? You don't want to be a burden to your friends and you can't talk to family, it's all so overwhelming. The deepest pit of despair and hurt, mixed emotions, anguish, anger, confusion, barely coping with intense non- stop life changes. Loss of family, partner or treasured friend, sudden or chronic illness, even loss of the person you used to be! Aging, guilt about lifestyle, fear of a new job and moving... the prickly heartache from losing your beloved pet. You don't even have the strength to take the next step, to pull yourself through while trying to reach your old self.
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Emma Wheeler
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, bereavement, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes?
I offer an non judgemental approach, empathy and quiet time for you to collect thoughts and understand the emotion that is going on inside. A discovery about you.
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, bereavement, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes?
I offer an non judgemental approach, empathy and quiet time for you to collect thoughts and understand the emotion that is going on inside. A discovery about you.
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Amy Whittle
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Burnley BB10
Post grad training in Compassion Focussed Therapy, bereavement, autism and mindfulness.
I’m a person centred counsellor working online and face to face in Burnley and Todmorden. I offer a safe, confidential, supportive and understanding environment for you to talk and explore your experiences, feelings and needs, enabling growth and change to happen. I have worked for many years with autistic children, adults and their families, this is an area I continue to be passionate about.
Post grad training in Compassion Focussed Therapy, bereavement, autism and mindfulness.
I’m a person centred counsellor working online and face to face in Burnley and Todmorden. I offer a safe, confidential, supportive and understanding environment for you to talk and explore your experiences, feelings and needs, enabling growth and change to happen. I have worked for many years with autistic children, adults and their families, this is an area I continue to be passionate about.
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Southport Counselling Service
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
You might have experienced a life changing event such as bereavement or divorce and be struggling with knowing how to cope with the future.
I value your uniqueness & believe you have it within you to make the changes you desire. I offer a space in which you can feel free to express yourself, be heard, & unjudged. I offer Psychotherapeutic, CBT, Rewind Therapy, EFT & NLP. My speciality is in bereavement and loss (incl. infant), anxiety & depression, panic attacks, trauma and chronic stress.
You might have experienced a life changing event such as bereavement or divorce and be struggling with knowing how to cope with the future.
I value your uniqueness & believe you have it within you to make the changes you desire. I offer a space in which you can feel free to express yourself, be heard, & unjudged. I offer Psychotherapeutic, CBT, Rewind Therapy, EFT & NLP. My speciality is in bereavement and loss (incl. infant), anxiety & depression, panic attacks, trauma and chronic stress.
01704 335558 View 01704 335558
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Helena Smith
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Preston PR3
Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope with the loss of a loved one, a serious illness in the family, or a recent accident?
Counselling is a space to offload thoughts you aren't able to share with family and friends, time to see things from a different perspective and work out how you you would like things to change in a supportive environment. This can lead to improved relationships, feeling more able to manage your life and a greater sense of well-being.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope with the loss of a loved one, a serious illness in the family, or a recent accident?
Counselling is a space to offload thoughts you aren't able to share with family and friends, time to see things from a different perspective and work out how you you would like things to change in a supportive environment. This can lead to improved relationships, feeling more able to manage your life and a greater sense of well-being.
01254 927994 View 01254 927994
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Louise Bol Cbt Therapist Supervisor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
I am also an experienced bereavement counsellor.
Are you you feeling anxious a lot of the time? Or waking up most mornings feeling low, thinking 'what's the point'? It's as if no one really understands what you are going through. I have 'been there, done that, bought the T-shirt' myself, before becoming a counsellor, so know from personal experience that getting the right professional support can make all the difference. I am a warm, caring and experienced CBT Therapist/Counsellor who helps people overcome anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, etc, I work with you find a way forward to deal with whatever is troubling you. Contact me for free 20 min apt to discuss how I can help.
I am also an experienced bereavement counsellor.
Are you you feeling anxious a lot of the time? Or waking up most mornings feeling low, thinking 'what's the point'? It's as if no one really understands what you are going through. I have 'been there, done that, bought the T-shirt' myself, before becoming a counsellor, so know from personal experience that getting the right professional support can make all the difference. I am a warm, caring and experienced CBT Therapist/Counsellor who helps people overcome anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, etc, I work with you find a way forward to deal with whatever is troubling you. Contact me for free 20 min apt to discuss how I can help.
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Apple Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Preston PR4
Are you struggling with something difficult in the here and now, such as the loss of a loved one, or the breakdown of a relationship?
I am offering both socially distanced face-to-face sessions, telephone or online sessions depending on individual preference. Please contact me to discuss
Are you struggling with something difficult in the here and now, such as the loss of a loved one, or the breakdown of a relationship?
I am offering both socially distanced face-to-face sessions, telephone or online sessions depending on individual preference. Please contact me to discuss
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Ribble Valley Therapies
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
I have experience of working with clients with a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues and breakdown, PTSD, isolation, attachment issues, child hood trauma and self harm.
I am able to utilise and use the different schools of Psychology to meet my clients individual needs. I am able to draw upon the humanistic approach using a person centred approach to enable clients to explore their emotions, feelings and behaviours. As well as using a psychodynamic approach looking at childhood trauma.
I have experience of working with clients with a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues and breakdown, PTSD, isolation, attachment issues, child hood trauma and self harm.
I am able to utilise and use the different schools of Psychology to meet my clients individual needs. I am able to draw upon the humanistic approach using a person centred approach to enable clients to explore their emotions, feelings and behaviours. As well as using a psychodynamic approach looking at childhood trauma.
01580 234754 View 01580 234754
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Dr Eleanor Reed
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you struggling with anxious thoughts, depression, trauma or loss and nothing is helping?
I use a range of evidence-based therapies: Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT).
Are you struggling with anxious thoughts, depression, trauma or loss and nothing is helping?
I use a range of evidence-based therapies: Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT).
01253 835212 View 01253 835212
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Zoe Purse
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I have also supported people with life limiting illness or with bereavement and loss counselling at a hospice in Manchester.
My counselling experience is diverse and includes working with people who have struggled with bereavement, anxiety, depression, work stress, identity and relationship issues (with partners/spouses, friends, family or work colleagues). I have helped people cope with life limiting illness and issues such as emotional trauma caused by abuse.
I have also supported people with life limiting illness or with bereavement and loss counselling at a hospice in Manchester.
My counselling experience is diverse and includes working with people who have struggled with bereavement, anxiety, depression, work stress, identity and relationship issues (with partners/spouses, friends, family or work colleagues). I have helped people cope with life limiting illness and issues such as emotional trauma caused by abuse.
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Moira Finley-Landry
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Preston PR2
I have a particular interest in bereavement, loss & grief.
Life throws us some very difficult challenges at times and it's not always easy to face these alone. I work alongside you, at your pace, on the things that matter to you most. I can offer you a supportive, safe and confidential space in which to explore your concerns in a non-judgemental relationship, with you at the core of everything we do together. I have a wide range of experience of counselling people of all ages with a variety of emotional, social, relational & mental health issues. I am qualified and experienced in working with Adults, Children & Young People.
I have a particular interest in bereavement, loss & grief.
Life throws us some very difficult challenges at times and it's not always easy to face these alone. I work alongside you, at your pace, on the things that matter to you most. I can offer you a supportive, safe and confidential space in which to explore your concerns in a non-judgemental relationship, with you at the core of everything we do together. I have a wide range of experience of counselling people of all ages with a variety of emotional, social, relational & mental health issues. I am qualified and experienced in working with Adults, Children & Young People.
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Stephen Garvey
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Whether it be loneliness, bereavement, death of beloved pets, career changes, being bullied at work, or relationship conflict and difficulties, past or present, people find courage and way to live their best life best life if they are allowed to express what is truly going on for them.
There are times when for everyone life can become overwhelming. You may feel depressed, stressed or anxious, unable to sleep, or have a sense of being stuck or lost, a feeling that life isn’t working out how you wanted it to, but you don’t know what to do about it. There may be particular current events which are troubling such as being being bullied at work or in an abusive relationship. You may have had a childhood in which you suffered abuse, or a childhood that was unremarkable in that there was no obvious abuse, but it left a lasting sense that something was wrong. Whatever challenges you are facing, I can help and support.
Whether it be loneliness, bereavement, death of beloved pets, career changes, being bullied at work, or relationship conflict and difficulties, past or present, people find courage and way to live their best life best life if they are allowed to express what is truly going on for them.
There are times when for everyone life can become overwhelming. You may feel depressed, stressed or anxious, unable to sleep, or have a sense of being stuck or lost, a feeling that life isn’t working out how you wanted it to, but you don’t know what to do about it. There may be particular current events which are troubling such as being being bullied at work or in an abusive relationship. You may have had a childhood in which you suffered abuse, or a childhood that was unremarkable in that there was no obvious abuse, but it left a lasting sense that something was wrong. Whatever challenges you are facing, I can help and support.
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Cheryl Oldland Fda:mbacp
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Struggling with coming to terms with your own illness or the loss a loved one through illness, suicide or other circumstances?
As a Person Centred Counsellor I am aware of how debilitating a person can feel when suffering from distressing periods in their lives. The humanistic approach I use primarily values you as a person. In time with gentle encouragement and facilitation, it is hoped you will be able to trust in self and find your inner peace.
Struggling with coming to terms with your own illness or the loss a loved one through illness, suicide or other circumstances?
As a Person Centred Counsellor I am aware of how debilitating a person can feel when suffering from distressing periods in their lives. The humanistic approach I use primarily values you as a person. In time with gentle encouragement and facilitation, it is hoped you will be able to trust in self and find your inner peace.
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Donna Harding
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
I provide therapy for adults, children, and adolescents dealing with a range of challenges including relationship difficulties, anxiety and mood disorders, trauma, and grief.
With extensive experience working with clients of all age groups and backgrounds and in addition to my therapeutic skills and knowledge, I employ a client-centered and collaborative approach, tailoring therapy to meet each client's specific needs and circumstances.
I provide therapy for adults, children, and adolescents dealing with a range of challenges including relationship difficulties, anxiety and mood disorders, trauma, and grief.
With extensive experience working with clients of all age groups and backgrounds and in addition to my therapeutic skills and knowledge, I employ a client-centered and collaborative approach, tailoring therapy to meet each client's specific needs and circumstances.
0151 541 5362 View 0151 541 5362
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AIMS Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I offer support for a range of issues, including Anxiety Depression Grief and bereavement Childhood inherited trauma Relationship issues Anger, and emotional regulation.
Having a trusting and confidential environment is key to enabling my clients to be open and honest about how they feel. A psychoeducational therapist and work in schools with neurodiversity students. I deliver workshops to staff in organisations I teach boundaries and emotional regulation. Along with other programs to suit the situation that needs attention
I offer support for a range of issues, including Anxiety Depression Grief and bereavement Childhood inherited trauma Relationship issues Anger, and emotional regulation.
Having a trusting and confidential environment is key to enabling my clients to be open and honest about how they feel. A psychoeducational therapist and work in schools with neurodiversity students. I deliver workshops to staff in organisations I teach boundaries and emotional regulation. Along with other programs to suit the situation that needs attention
01253 835852 View 01253 835852
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.