Bereavement Counselling in Bristol
Are you having to cope with the death of a loved one, and feeling the overwhelming experience of loss and grief?.
In our sessions we can work together to explore what your worries and fears are. I am an integrative counsellor, which means that I am trained in a number of therapeutic approaches. Central to my work is a person-centred approach with a focus on what is concerning you.
Are you having to cope with the death of a loved one, and feeling the overwhelming experience of loss and grief?.
In our sessions we can work together to explore what your worries and fears are. I am an integrative counsellor, which means that I am trained in a number of therapeutic approaches. Central to my work is a person-centred approach with a focus on what is concerning you.
Have you lost a loved one and are feeling overwhelmed with grief?.
I draw on different counselling approaches and techniques, each one tailored to your individual needs. During our time together, we will explore and make sense of, your thoughts and feelings around the issues and relationships that you are struggling with.
Have you lost a loved one and are feeling overwhelmed with grief?.
I draw on different counselling approaches and techniques, each one tailored to your individual needs. During our time together, we will explore and make sense of, your thoughts and feelings around the issues and relationships that you are struggling with.
I am here to listen. The body and mind work together, and I work holistically to support you through whatever has brought you to seek help. This could be traumas such as bereavement, abuse or relationship difficulties - sometimes there's no specific cause, but a generalised feeling of anxiety or sadness that makes it hard to cope with day to day stresses. Talking to somebody empathic and non-judgemental can help, and I offer a warm, safe and confidential space for us to explore your thoughts, feelings and emotions so that you can make sense of them, and find a much better sense of mental wellbeing.
I am here to listen. The body and mind work together, and I work holistically to support you through whatever has brought you to seek help. This could be traumas such as bereavement, abuse or relationship difficulties - sometimes there's no specific cause, but a generalised feeling of anxiety or sadness that makes it hard to cope with day to day stresses. Talking to somebody empathic and non-judgemental can help, and I offer a warm, safe and confidential space for us to explore your thoughts, feelings and emotions so that you can make sense of them, and find a much better sense of mental wellbeing.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to help with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ptsd, and relationship issues.
I like to work creatively. I draw on a variety of Therapeutic models to suit the clients needs these include; TA; CBT; Person Centre; Solution Focused, Gestalt and Spirituality.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to help with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ptsd, and relationship issues.
I like to work creatively. I draw on a variety of Therapeutic models to suit the clients needs these include; TA; CBT; Person Centre; Solution Focused, Gestalt and Spirituality.
Gemma Harris
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS6
Waitlist for new clients
I have particular experience working with bereavement, pregnancy loss, addiction, depression, and all sorts of change.
My training is humanistic and integrative: I'm informed by the empathic, person-centred therapy first developed by Carl Rogers, as well as developmental thinking, such as attachment theory, and psychoanalytical theories relating to how we are shaped by our childhood and past. I've worked with Cruse ( bereavement) and The Swan Project (addiction).
I have particular experience working with bereavement, pregnancy loss, addiction, depression, and all sorts of change.
My training is humanistic and integrative: I'm informed by the empathic, person-centred therapy first developed by Carl Rogers, as well as developmental thinking, such as attachment theory, and psychoanalytical theories relating to how we are shaped by our childhood and past. I've worked with Cruse ( bereavement) and The Swan Project (addiction).
Room To Grow Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Bristol BS16
I offer short-term and long-term counselling and psychotherapy, working with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, low mood, loss and bereavement, self-esteem, motivation, body image, self- defeating behaviour, relationship issues, social anxiety, loneliness, life transitions and many more.
I am a qualified integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor and a member of the National Counselling Society. I use an integrative approach drawing on such therapeutic models as Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Transactional Analysis (TA) and Gestalt. I believe there is no single approach that works for every client in all situations. Integrative counselling provides a unique, flexible and personalised approach that is suited to the individual needs of the client. I offer a safe, calm, non-judgemental and confidential space for you to explore what has brought you to counselling at your own pace.
I offer short-term and long-term counselling and psychotherapy, working with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, low mood, loss and bereavement, self-esteem, motivation, body image, self- defeating behaviour, relationship issues, social anxiety, loneliness, life transitions and many more.
I am a qualified integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor and a member of the National Counselling Society. I use an integrative approach drawing on such therapeutic models as Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Transactional Analysis (TA) and Gestalt. I believe there is no single approach that works for every client in all situations. Integrative counselling provides a unique, flexible and personalised approach that is suited to the individual needs of the client. I offer a safe, calm, non-judgemental and confidential space for you to explore what has brought you to counselling at your own pace.
Whether the cause is school or work-related stress, a relationship issue, a bereavement, pregnancy, physical ill health, a traumatic event or something else - I offer you the opportunity to become more at ease within your body and mind - freeing you up to make the changes you want to see within yourself and your life.
It is possible to have a calmer mind, become relaxed, self-confident and outgoing. Sleep better, make easier and better decisions and reach those personal goals. It is possible to change your relationship with and recover from anxiety. Email me today to book a consultation and find out if we can work together. See my website for more details.
Whether the cause is school or work-related stress, a relationship issue, a bereavement, pregnancy, physical ill health, a traumatic event or something else - I offer you the opportunity to become more at ease within your body and mind - freeing you up to make the changes you want to see within yourself and your life.
It is possible to have a calmer mind, become relaxed, self-confident and outgoing. Sleep better, make easier and better decisions and reach those personal goals. It is possible to change your relationship with and recover from anxiety. Email me today to book a consultation and find out if we can work together. See my website for more details.
Are you suffering following the loss of a relationship, be it through bereavement or relationship breakdown.
All of us are unique beings. I can provide a safe & comfortable space for you to explore your individuality and to work on whatever your particular problem might be. It could be any of the myriad obstacles which can prevent us from living interesting, fulfilling and exciting lives. I work with clients to introduce positivity, calm and personal empowerment.
Are you suffering following the loss of a relationship, be it through bereavement or relationship breakdown.
All of us are unique beings. I can provide a safe & comfortable space for you to explore your individuality and to work on whatever your particular problem might be. It could be any of the myriad obstacles which can prevent us from living interesting, fulfilling and exciting lives. I work with clients to introduce positivity, calm and personal empowerment.
It can also help to overcome problems that are causing you emotional turmoil such as relationship issues and loss.
I am an experienced Integrative Counsellor and Counselling Supervisor and use the Person Centred Approach as my core model of work. I work within the BACP and NCS Ethical Frameworks and am committed to Continuing Professional Development. I receive ongoing professional supervision, during which I discuss how I am working and how I can best support you.
It can also help to overcome problems that are causing you emotional turmoil such as relationship issues and loss.
I am an experienced Integrative Counsellor and Counselling Supervisor and use the Person Centred Approach as my core model of work. I work within the BACP and NCS Ethical Frameworks and am committed to Continuing Professional Development. I receive ongoing professional supervision, during which I discuss how I am working and how I can best support you.
Together we can explore issues relating to bereavement, loss and grief, depression and anxiety, loneliness and isolation, low self-esteem and self-confidence, relationship issues or challenging family dynamics.
I am a qualified and experienced counsellor, working in private practice in Bristol and Keynsham. I work with individual adult clients (18+ yrs). I offer long-term and short-term counselling depending on your needs, in person, via zoom video and telephone. I use creative techniques to facilitate deeper self-exploration with clients who wish to work this way.
Together we can explore issues relating to bereavement, loss and grief, depression and anxiety, loneliness and isolation, low self-esteem and self-confidence, relationship issues or challenging family dynamics.
I am a qualified and experienced counsellor, working in private practice in Bristol and Keynsham. I work with individual adult clients (18+ yrs). I offer long-term and short-term counselling depending on your needs, in person, via zoom video and telephone. I use creative techniques to facilitate deeper self-exploration with clients who wish to work this way.
I have supported clients with many difficulties including sexual abuse, bereavement, self esteem, depression, anxiety, finding your voice and developing a stronger sense of self.
I have worked for a specialist charity, counselling survivors of sexual abuse and sexual violence. I work with loss and bereavement. Together we can reflect on how your experiences have affected you and what you would like to change, aiming to increase self awareness, autonomy and wellbeing.
I have supported clients with many difficulties including sexual abuse, bereavement, self esteem, depression, anxiety, finding your voice and developing a stronger sense of self.
I have worked for a specialist charity, counselling survivors of sexual abuse and sexual violence. I work with loss and bereavement. Together we can reflect on how your experiences have affected you and what you would like to change, aiming to increase self awareness, autonomy and wellbeing.
Meet Our Bereavement Counsellors
I have experience with anxiety, depression, anger management, relationships and bereavement.
I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor working in Bristol and Aylesbury I know how hard it is to take those steps when looking for a counsellor, trying to decide which counsellor sounds like they will be right for you while not feeling judged or that your concerns are not worthy of talking about. Through working together I can offer you a safe, confident space to explore your thoughts and feelings and talk through any issues you feel you need some help with. I believe it is important to feel listened to so you feel you are being heard. I can offer you this while relating to you on a human level with warmth and empathy.
I have experience with anxiety, depression, anger management, relationships and bereavement.
I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor working in Bristol and Aylesbury I know how hard it is to take those steps when looking for a counsellor, trying to decide which counsellor sounds like they will be right for you while not feeling judged or that your concerns are not worthy of talking about. Through working together I can offer you a safe, confident space to explore your thoughts and feelings and talk through any issues you feel you need some help with. I believe it is important to feel listened to so you feel you are being heard. I can offer you this while relating to you on a human level with warmth and empathy.
Or lost someone important to you, either through a bereavement or relationship breakdown.
I will help you explore your feelings so that you might better manage your struggle. I offer a warm, gentle, patient and caring manner, through which a safe and secure environment is established. This is vital as you need to know you are in trustworthy and supportive hands. I am empathic, non-judgemental and respectful.
Or lost someone important to you, either through a bereavement or relationship breakdown.
I will help you explore your feelings so that you might better manage your struggle. I offer a warm, gentle, patient and caring manner, through which a safe and secure environment is established. This is vital as you need to know you are in trustworthy and supportive hands. I am empathic, non-judgemental and respectful.
I have over 8 years experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence.
My name is Kerry, I am a BACP registered Person Centred Counsellor and am committed to the BACP ethical framework. My approach is pluralistic in order to respect the individual needs of my clients and to achieve their desired outcomes. I maintain continued personal development and supervision to ensure safe practice for both myself and clients.
I have over 8 years experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence.
My name is Kerry, I am a BACP registered Person Centred Counsellor and am committed to the BACP ethical framework. My approach is pluralistic in order to respect the individual needs of my clients and to achieve their desired outcomes. I maintain continued personal development and supervision to ensure safe practice for both myself and clients.
I am Neurodivergent myself & work with many ND clients also with chronic pain, narcasistic relationships, bereavement, depression, anxiety, self harm, low self-esteem, childless not by choice, menopause & many other presenting issues.
It's not always easy to reach out and ask for support. We often feel that we can manage on our own or don't want to bother anyone with our thoughts and feelings. It can be hard to find a balance between work, relationships, family & other commitments to prioritise yourself. No matter what brings you to therapy the most important part is the relationship we will share. I aim to ensure you feel heard & give you a space to work through anything you want to bring to help you have a greater insight & self-awareness and I will walk alongside you on this journey. Counselling isn't a one size fits all package it's as individual as you are.
I am Neurodivergent myself & work with many ND clients also with chronic pain, narcasistic relationships, bereavement, depression, anxiety, self harm, low self-esteem, childless not by choice, menopause & many other presenting issues.
It's not always easy to reach out and ask for support. We often feel that we can manage on our own or don't want to bother anyone with our thoughts and feelings. It can be hard to find a balance between work, relationships, family & other commitments to prioritise yourself. No matter what brings you to therapy the most important part is the relationship we will share. I aim to ensure you feel heard & give you a space to work through anything you want to bring to help you have a greater insight & self-awareness and I will walk alongside you on this journey. Counselling isn't a one size fits all package it's as individual as you are.
I work with those who are experiencing anticipatory grief, after learning that a family member or close friend is terminally ill.
Since you are reading this, it’s likely that you’ve made a decision to try and change something in your life for the better. That takes courage, especially when you may be overwhelmed by your thoughts, feelings or behaviours.
I understand what it's like to be overwhelmed by life events. I know it’s not always easy talking to family and friends – they want what’s best for you of course, but they may not always be great listeners or be the most empathic; they may want to give you advice about what you should or shouldn't do, without seeing the whole picture. Sometimes you need to be heard confidentially, without judgement.
I work with those who are experiencing anticipatory grief, after learning that a family member or close friend is terminally ill.
Since you are reading this, it’s likely that you’ve made a decision to try and change something in your life for the better. That takes courage, especially when you may be overwhelmed by your thoughts, feelings or behaviours.
I understand what it's like to be overwhelmed by life events. I know it’s not always easy talking to family and friends – they want what’s best for you of course, but they may not always be great listeners or be the most empathic; they may want to give you advice about what you should or shouldn't do, without seeing the whole picture. Sometimes you need to be heard confidentially, without judgement.
My specialisms are times of life transitions, particularly bereavement and new parenthood.
My counselling and voluntary sector experience has focused primarily on those going through life transitions: including cancer diagnosis, bereavement and emotional challenges before and after becoming a parent. However people bring all sorts of things into the room so my experience is not limited to the above.
My specialisms are times of life transitions, particularly bereavement and new parenthood.
My counselling and voluntary sector experience has focused primarily on those going through life transitions: including cancer diagnosis, bereavement and emotional challenges before and after becoming a parent. However people bring all sorts of things into the room so my experience is not limited to the above.
There might have been a bereavement, exam stress, bullying or sudden life changes have had an impact on their self esteem.
In my counselling sessions I use an integrative approach combining aspects of play therapy, psychotherapeutically informed support, newest neuroscientific theories and young people's counselling. Together with the young people I look to find a path for them to cope better with their challenges so they are better supported when facing their difficulties.
There might have been a bereavement, exam stress, bullying or sudden life changes have had an impact on their self esteem.
In my counselling sessions I use an integrative approach combining aspects of play therapy, psychotherapeutically informed support, newest neuroscientific theories and young people's counselling. Together with the young people I look to find a path for them to cope better with their challenges so they are better supported when facing their difficulties.
I have a particular interest in bereavement and as a member of the lgbtq+ community I have lived experience of the issues that can be faced in that community.
Whether you’re facing anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, or just feeling stuck, I’m here to walk alongside you, offering gentle guidance as you navigate your own path to well-being. My goal is to create an environment where you feel comfortable, respected, and supported in every session.
I have a particular interest in bereavement and as a member of the lgbtq+ community I have lived experience of the issues that can be faced in that community.
Whether you’re facing anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, or just feeling stuck, I’m here to walk alongside you, offering gentle guidance as you navigate your own path to well-being. My goal is to create an environment where you feel comfortable, respected, and supported in every session.
Dr. Sue Egan - Psychologist/EMDR Therapist
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I specialise in healing trauma including PTSD, complex trauma, sexual and domestic abuse, traumatic grief, suicide grief and chronic illness.
There is hope, even when you have experienced significant life trauma. Although it might not be possible to forget life's challenges completely, it is possible to manage them so you can live life again with the volume turned down on the past. My role is to facilitate a safe, supportive space where you can begin to heal from life's traumas and remember who you are. I value doing all I can to offer you an integrated approach assessing your past, present and future using counselling and psychological theories. As the client, the time we have will be entirely yours, as I assist and guide you to uncover the way forward.
I specialise in healing trauma including PTSD, complex trauma, sexual and domestic abuse, traumatic grief, suicide grief and chronic illness.
There is hope, even when you have experienced significant life trauma. Although it might not be possible to forget life's challenges completely, it is possible to manage them so you can live life again with the volume turned down on the past. My role is to facilitate a safe, supportive space where you can begin to heal from life's traumas and remember who you are. I value doing all I can to offer you an integrated approach assessing your past, present and future using counselling and psychological theories. As the client, the time we have will be entirely yours, as I assist and guide you to uncover the way forward.
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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.