Bereavement Counselling in Billingham

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Lucy Thornton
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
I have experience working with grief & loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, and relationship issues.
Hi, I am a registered accredited (UKCP) Psychotherapist & Counsellor and have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. All my clients are unique, and so is my approach to therapy. I utilise a humanistic and integrated approach, which means I tailor my techniques to fit the individual needs of each of my clients. This approach ensures a holistic and compassionate therapeutic experience that promotes personal growth and emotional well-being. Addressing the emotional, mental, and relational aspects of each of my clients.
I have experience working with grief & loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, and relationship issues.
Hi, I am a registered accredited (UKCP) Psychotherapist & Counsellor and have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. All my clients are unique, and so is my approach to therapy. I utilise a humanistic and integrated approach, which means I tailor my techniques to fit the individual needs of each of my clients. This approach ensures a holistic and compassionate therapeutic experience that promotes personal growth and emotional well-being. Addressing the emotional, mental, and relational aspects of each of my clients.
01740 618155 View 01740 618155
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Amanda Jane Wilkinson
Counsellor, MBACP
Hello, I’m Amanda Wilkinson. I’m a therapist and jointly own a non profit making therapy company. I am experienced in working with Autism and relational trauma. I work with children, adults, families and organisations. I am a parent of four children and have a lived experience of parenting children who are neurodivergent. I have over 26 years of experience personally and professionally of different neurological conditions. I work with families who have adopted and looked after children, as well as birth families and individuals. I am NVR trained and work with groups and individuals where there is child to parent violence.
Hello, I’m Amanda Wilkinson. I’m a therapist and jointly own a non profit making therapy company. I am experienced in working with Autism and relational trauma. I work with children, adults, families and organisations. I am a parent of four children and have a lived experience of parenting children who are neurodivergent. I have over 26 years of experience personally and professionally of different neurological conditions. I work with families who have adopted and looked after children, as well as birth families and individuals. I am NVR trained and work with groups and individuals where there is child to parent violence.
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Helen Farrell Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Thank you for visiting my profile. I'm a qualified Person-Centred Counsellor supporting Children & Adults. I offer a warm empathic approach to counselling. I am here to listen in a very non-judgemental way and to support you to find your inner strengths to make changes or understand why you may feel a certain way right now. When supporting children I offer them play therapy, story telling, creative work and talk to help them express their feelings. I work to the BACP ethics and guidelines and offer you a safe, confidential space. The space and time is yours to explore and reflect on your past or what's going on right now for you.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I'm a qualified Person-Centred Counsellor supporting Children & Adults. I offer a warm empathic approach to counselling. I am here to listen in a very non-judgemental way and to support you to find your inner strengths to make changes or understand why you may feel a certain way right now. When supporting children I offer them play therapy, story telling, creative work and talk to help them express their feelings. I work to the BACP ethics and guidelines and offer you a safe, confidential space. The space and time is yours to explore and reflect on your past or what's going on right now for you.
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Tees Valley Therapy Space
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Perhaps you are navigating a major life transition, grieving a loss, or carrying the weight of unresolved past trauma.
I am a therapist with over 10 years of experience, specializing in sexual and domestic violence, as well as depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma, OCD, low mood and self-harm. I use an integrative approach, tailoring therapy to your needs, and offer face-to-face, telephone, and online sessions in a safe, supportive space.
Perhaps you are navigating a major life transition, grieving a loss, or carrying the weight of unresolved past trauma.
I am a therapist with over 10 years of experience, specializing in sexual and domestic violence, as well as depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma, OCD, low mood and self-harm. I use an integrative approach, tailoring therapy to your needs, and offer face-to-face, telephone, and online sessions in a safe, supportive space.
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Elevate Wellbeing
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have particular experience in helping individuals work through a range of issues including but not limited to grief and loss, trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, neurodiversity, domestic violence and relationship issues.
I’m a qualified and compassionate counsellor. My practice provides a safe, calm and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences at their own pace. I use an integrative approach which means that I draw on a range of therapeutic methods to suit your unique needs and experiences. I appreciate that everyone processes and learns differently, which is why I take a flexible, collaborative approach to find what works best for you and supports your personal growth. British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) member, committed to providing professional & ethical support.
I have particular experience in helping individuals work through a range of issues including but not limited to grief and loss, trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, neurodiversity, domestic violence and relationship issues.
I’m a qualified and compassionate counsellor. My practice provides a safe, calm and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences at their own pace. I use an integrative approach which means that I draw on a range of therapeutic methods to suit your unique needs and experiences. I appreciate that everyone processes and learns differently, which is why I take a flexible, collaborative approach to find what works best for you and supports your personal growth. British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) member, committed to providing professional & ethical support.
01740 616297 View 01740 616297

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Vasos Vasilios Silivistris
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Redcar TS10
I work with adults and young adults experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and life changes.
I offer a warm, confidential, and supportive space where you can talk openly without judgement. I work with adults and young adults experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and life changes. Together, we can explore your thoughts and feelings and help you feel more understood, supported, and able to cope.
I work with adults and young adults experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and life changes.
I offer a warm, confidential, and supportive space where you can talk openly without judgement. I work with adults and young adults experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and life changes. Together, we can explore your thoughts and feelings and help you feel more understood, supported, and able to cope.
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Joanne Webster
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I am a person-centred counsellor offering a compassionate space for people seeking support with loss, anxiety and depression.
I have experience working for a domestic abuse charity. I am currently volunteering as a counsellor at a hospice offering bereavement counselling. I have a particular interest in working with clients who are living with anxiety. I believe that the process of telling your story to a qualified counsellor is very healing.
I am a person-centred counsellor offering a compassionate space for people seeking support with loss, anxiety and depression.
I have experience working for a domestic abuse charity. I am currently volunteering as a counsellor at a hospice offering bereavement counselling. I have a particular interest in working with clients who are living with anxiety. I believe that the process of telling your story to a qualified counsellor is very healing.
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Julia Fletcher
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Online Only
I am an experienced BACP Accredited Counsellor, trained in the Person Centred modality but also able to use specialist training in CBT plus Loss and Bereavement.
When the Past Meets the Present... Sometimes a decision made years ago starts to weigh heavily when life changes — especially if you’re now facing health concerns or questioning the choices you once thought were right. This can bring up regret, self-doubt, or a deep need to find peace with yourself. I offer a safe, confidential space to explore these feelings, work through the “what-ifs,” and rediscover your sense of strength and self-compassion. You don’t have to face the future carrying the weight of the past alone. Viktor Frankl "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves".
I am an experienced BACP Accredited Counsellor, trained in the Person Centred modality but also able to use specialist training in CBT plus Loss and Bereavement.
When the Past Meets the Present... Sometimes a decision made years ago starts to weigh heavily when life changes — especially if you’re now facing health concerns or questioning the choices you once thought were right. This can bring up regret, self-doubt, or a deep need to find peace with yourself. I offer a safe, confidential space to explore these feelings, work through the “what-ifs,” and rediscover your sense of strength and self-compassion. You don’t have to face the future carrying the weight of the past alone. Viktor Frankl "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves".
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Rosana Vieira Roy
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Online Only
I work with clients presenting a range of mental health issues and psychological difficulties, including anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, relationship problems both in their personal and professional lives.
I offer a confidential, safe space and time for clients to explore any concerns or problems they are experiencing. During our sessions you will have the opportunity to discuss whatever issues you are struggling with in order to reach a deeper understanding of yourself, others and your circumstances, and most crucially to identify anything that you wish to change and work towards your goals. Together in our sessions, I will work sensitively so as to strengthen and empower you in the here-and-now to deal with recent events, on-going or long-standing issues that may have surfaced in your life.
I work with clients presenting a range of mental health issues and psychological difficulties, including anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, relationship problems both in their personal and professional lives.
I offer a confidential, safe space and time for clients to explore any concerns or problems they are experiencing. During our sessions you will have the opportunity to discuss whatever issues you are struggling with in order to reach a deeper understanding of yourself, others and your circumstances, and most crucially to identify anything that you wish to change and work towards your goals. Together in our sessions, I will work sensitively so as to strengthen and empower you in the here-and-now to deal with recent events, on-going or long-standing issues that may have surfaced in your life.
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Cheryl Fenech-Soler
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
I work with adults and children experiencing anxiety, trauma, low mood, eating distress and grief.
I offer a warm, collaborative space to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Using Integrative Psychotherapy and Transactional Analysis, we uncover how past experiences affect you in the here and now, and work on building self-awareness and coping skills. Therapy is tailored to you, focusing on your development, growth, and resilience.
I work with adults and children experiencing anxiety, trauma, low mood, eating distress and grief.
I offer a warm, collaborative space to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Using Integrative Psychotherapy and Transactional Analysis, we uncover how past experiences affect you in the here and now, and work on building self-awareness and coping skills. Therapy is tailored to you, focusing on your development, growth, and resilience.
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Eileen Moss
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Suffering the loss of a loved one?
I have ten years experience working as a school counsellor. This includes working with bullying, self-harm, OCD, anxiety, anger, bereavement, bullying, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, family and behavioural problems and school anxiety. I have 14 years experience working with adults. Visit my website for further details of my practice.
Suffering the loss of a loved one?
I have ten years experience working as a school counsellor. This includes working with bullying, self-harm, OCD, anxiety, anger, bereavement, bullying, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, family and behavioural problems and school anxiety. I have 14 years experience working with adults. Visit my website for further details of my practice.
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Andrew Fleming
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
Hi, I'm Andrew, an integrative counsellor offering online and telephone support. I specialise in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and LGBT+ issues. My approach is empathetic and client-centred, providing a safe, non-judgmental space for healing.
Hi, I'm Andrew, an integrative counsellor offering online and telephone support. I specialise in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and LGBT+ issues. My approach is empathetic and client-centred, providing a safe, non-judgmental space for healing.
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Emma Cockburn
Counsellor, MUKCP
2 Endorsed
If the bottom has fallen out of your world due to a diagnosis or loss I'd be honoured to support you.
I offer a warm and safe space where you can gently explore your challenges so that you can foster healing, self-understanding, and personal growth. Coming to therapy might be a daunting thing to do, you may feel like you ‘shouldn’t’ need therapy. However there are many reasons why therapy might be useful for you. Perhaps you feel anxious. I can support you to calm your nervous system, understand what is going on and find healthy ways to cope. Maybe you feel depressed, different or not good enough. I will work with you to find meaning in your life, to understand yourself better and put the past to rest.
If the bottom has fallen out of your world due to a diagnosis or loss I'd be honoured to support you.
I offer a warm and safe space where you can gently explore your challenges so that you can foster healing, self-understanding, and personal growth. Coming to therapy might be a daunting thing to do, you may feel like you ‘shouldn’t’ need therapy. However there are many reasons why therapy might be useful for you. Perhaps you feel anxious. I can support you to calm your nervous system, understand what is going on and find healthy ways to cope. Maybe you feel depressed, different or not good enough. I will work with you to find meaning in your life, to understand yourself better and put the past to rest.
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Ryan Maguire
Counsellor, MBACP
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, or relationship difficulties, and finding it hard to understand why certain patterns keep repeating or why things no longer feel manageable in the way they once did.
My work is integrative, drawing on Transactional Analysis, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and trauma-informed practice. Together, we will explore patterns, build self-awareness, and develop tools to help you feel more grounded and make intentional, lasting changes.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, or relationship difficulties, and finding it hard to understand why certain patterns keep repeating or why things no longer feel manageable in the way they once did.
My work is integrative, drawing on Transactional Analysis, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and trauma-informed practice. Together, we will explore patterns, build self-awareness, and develop tools to help you feel more grounded and make intentional, lasting changes.
0191 743 3543 View 0191 743 3543
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Calonlan Counselling
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
My approach may include mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and specialist training in grief, trauma, attachment, humanistic therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), helping you move towards greater clarity, balance, and wellbeing.
If you are living with grief, loss, trauma, or health-related concerns, you do not have to face this alone. Whether your loss is expected or unexpected, recent or long-standing, I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental space where you can speak openly. Together, we work gently at your pace, helping you find steadiness, calm, and reconnect with your strength.
My approach may include mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and specialist training in grief, trauma, attachment, humanistic therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), helping you move towards greater clarity, balance, and wellbeing.
If you are living with grief, loss, trauma, or health-related concerns, you do not have to face this alone. Whether your loss is expected or unexpected, recent or long-standing, I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental space where you can speak openly. Together, we work gently at your pace, helping you find steadiness, calm, and reconnect with your strength.
020 3994 2394 View 020 3994 2394
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Carrie Coggon
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Areas I often work with include anxiety, low mood, grief and loss, trauma, bullying, emotional dysregulation, sleep issues, and challenges related to neurodivergence.
Hello, I’m Carrie, a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor based in Whitley Bay. I’m a specialist in supporting children, young people, and also work with adults who are navigating a wide range of challenges. You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, low in mood, or unsure how to support your child through a tough time. My aim is to offer a safe, compassionate space where we can explore what’s going on and find a way forward together. I work integratively, which means I draw on different therapeutic approaches to suit each person’s unique needs.
Areas I often work with include anxiety, low mood, grief and loss, trauma, bullying, emotional dysregulation, sleep issues, and challenges related to neurodivergence.
Hello, I’m Carrie, a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor based in Whitley Bay. I’m a specialist in supporting children, young people, and also work with adults who are navigating a wide range of challenges. You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, low in mood, or unsure how to support your child through a tough time. My aim is to offer a safe, compassionate space where we can explore what’s going on and find a way forward together. I work integratively, which means I draw on different therapeutic approaches to suit each person’s unique needs.
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Jack Morpeth
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
I have experience in bereavement, anger issues, relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, guilt, low self-esteem and OCD.
Together, we’ll explore the unconscious beliefs and patterns that may be influencing your decisions and behaviours. By gaining insight into these deeper influences, you’ll feel more empowered to make healthier, more informed and autonomous choices in your life. I offer a judgement free, relaxed space that allows you to explore yourself.
I have experience in bereavement, anger issues, relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, guilt, low self-esteem and OCD.
Together, we’ll explore the unconscious beliefs and patterns that may be influencing your decisions and behaviours. By gaining insight into these deeper influences, you’ll feel more empowered to make healthier, more informed and autonomous choices in your life. I offer a judgement free, relaxed space that allows you to explore yourself.
0191 743 2815 View 0191 743 2815
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Nikki Wright
Counsellor, MUKCP
3 Endorsed
Or perhaps you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or other emotional stresses.
Relational counselling focuses on the therapeutic relationship and through this collaboration we will explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours without judgement or shame, in a safe environment. Your own unique experience and perspectives will be honoured, and I am committed to supporting you on a journey towards emotional resilience and self-belief.
Or perhaps you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or other emotional stresses.
Relational counselling focuses on the therapeutic relationship and through this collaboration we will explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours without judgement or shame, in a safe environment. Your own unique experience and perspectives will be honoured, and I am committed to supporting you on a journey towards emotional resilience and self-belief.
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Beverley Ann Colman
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience in supporting and helping clients overcome mental health issues including; bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and trauma.
I will offer you an accepting, compassionate and confidential space, where you can talk freely about anything that is troubling you without judgement. An opportunity for you to explore your thoughts and feelings and help you begin your journey towards a better and more positive future.
I have experience in supporting and helping clients overcome mental health issues including; bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and trauma.
I will offer you an accepting, compassionate and confidential space, where you can talk freely about anything that is troubling you without judgement. An opportunity for you to explore your thoughts and feelings and help you begin your journey towards a better and more positive future.
07446 869552 View 07446 869552
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Emily Barker
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Life can be tough - whether that is because of loss, a complex illness, losing a job, or just feeling like something isn't right.
Every person is different, and every therapy session is different. I am an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, so I have a wide range of techniques in my toolbox, from traditional talking therapy to drawing, using clay, or exploring feelings through sand tray.
Life can be tough - whether that is because of loss, a complex illness, losing a job, or just feeling like something isn't right.
Every person is different, and every therapy session is different. I am an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, so I have a wide range of techniques in my toolbox, from traditional talking therapy to drawing, using clay, or exploring feelings through sand tray.
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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.