Bereavement Counselling in Chesham

Allie Lancaster
Counsellor, MBACP
Chesham HP5
Or maybe your family is going through a tough time and your child would like their own space to talk about a divorce or bereavement, for example.
I am a qualified child and adolescent therapist and I can offer a welcoming, non-judgmental space where children and young people can make sense of their feelings through play, art and talking. I work creatively, using toys, games, art materials, sand and puppets to build a trusting relationship and enable difficult conversations about big emotions.
Or maybe your family is going through a tough time and your child would like their own space to talk about a divorce or bereavement, for example.
I am a qualified child and adolescent therapist and I can offer a welcoming, non-judgmental space where children and young people can make sense of their feelings through play, art and talking. I work creatively, using toys, games, art materials, sand and puppets to build a trusting relationship and enable difficult conversations about big emotions.
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Ana Maria Harbottle
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a BACP-registered Person-Centred Pluralistic Counsellor, fluent in English and Spanish. Having lived in different countries and experienced diverse ways of being, I understand how life’s transitions, expectations, and past experiences can shape the way we see ourselves and relate to others. At the heart of my work is deep respect for each individual's unique journey.
I am a BACP-registered Person-Centred Pluralistic Counsellor, fluent in English and Spanish. Having lived in different countries and experienced diverse ways of being, I understand how life’s transitions, expectations, and past experiences can shape the way we see ourselves and relate to others. At the heart of my work is deep respect for each individual's unique journey.
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Emma Black
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am particularly interested in how we are impacted by all types of trauma, including grief.
Anxiety, depression, stress, conflict. We all hear these words but when they are your story it's much more than words, it's your life. If you invest in yourself you can learn to stop being controlled, feel you're making your own decisions and improve your relationship, career or state of mind. My clients show courage in reflecting on their lives and I've yet to work with any individual or couple who have regretted taking this step. Now we're in this extreme new way of living we may need to address issues we've previously avoided. This could be that opportunity.
I am particularly interested in how we are impacted by all types of trauma, including grief.
Anxiety, depression, stress, conflict. We all hear these words but when they are your story it's much more than words, it's your life. If you invest in yourself you can learn to stop being controlled, feel you're making your own decisions and improve your relationship, career or state of mind. My clients show courage in reflecting on their lives and I've yet to work with any individual or couple who have regretted taking this step. Now we're in this extreme new way of living we may need to address issues we've previously avoided. This could be that opportunity.
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Rachel Mistri
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
My clients have suffered relationship issues, bereavement, anxiety and depression.
Do you feel alone and misunderstood? Do you feel there is no one you can talk to who will keep your confidence and understand how you are feeling? If you make the decision to come and see me, I will offer you a safe, confidential and supportive environment where you can speak freely and where you will be listened to without judgement. An environment where you can be yourself and where you don't have to pretend that everything is OK. Making the decision to come for a counselling session is the first positive step in improving your mental health.
My clients have suffered relationship issues, bereavement, anxiety and depression.
Do you feel alone and misunderstood? Do you feel there is no one you can talk to who will keep your confidence and understand how you are feeling? If you make the decision to come and see me, I will offer you a safe, confidential and supportive environment where you can speak freely and where you will be listened to without judgement. An environment where you can be yourself and where you don't have to pretend that everything is OK. Making the decision to come for a counselling session is the first positive step in improving your mental health.
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Carolyn Dunmur
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Whether you are looking for support through challenging times or trying to make sense of your life, talking to a professional counsellor can be really valuable when things feel overwhelming and uncertain, we all need help at times. Feelings we can’t manage or make sense of can impact on our whole sense of well-being and prevent us from living our lives fully. Counselling can help manage current situations and look at new ways of coping. It can also give us insight, understanding and perspective on past experiences.
Whether you are looking for support through challenging times or trying to make sense of your life, talking to a professional counsellor can be really valuable when things feel overwhelming and uncertain, we all need help at times. Feelings we can’t manage or make sense of can impact on our whole sense of well-being and prevent us from living our lives fully. Counselling can help manage current situations and look at new ways of coping. It can also give us insight, understanding and perspective on past experiences.
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Anna-Maia Templeton
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I have specialist training and supervision in cancer, caring, grief and bereavement through my work in the NHS, with BCN and in hospice settings.
Sometimes life becomes hard and we can become stuck in some difficult feelings. Led by you and working at your pace we will gently hold and explore any issues and difficulties you may be experiencing in your life. My hope is that in offering you my empathy, warmth, and acceptance you will feel that nothing is too small, too big or too awful to talk about. My counselling is person-centred, focusing on the belief that if we are given empathy and unconditional positive regard within an accepting and transparent therapeutic relationship, we all have a tendency towards growth and a capacity to flourish.
I have specialist training and supervision in cancer, caring, grief and bereavement through my work in the NHS, with BCN and in hospice settings.
Sometimes life becomes hard and we can become stuck in some difficult feelings. Led by you and working at your pace we will gently hold and explore any issues and difficulties you may be experiencing in your life. My hope is that in offering you my empathy, warmth, and acceptance you will feel that nothing is too small, too big or too awful to talk about. My counselling is person-centred, focusing on the belief that if we are given empathy and unconditional positive regard within an accepting and transparent therapeutic relationship, we all have a tendency towards growth and a capacity to flourish.
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Sarah Elliott Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Serves Area
I work with a range of issues, including, low self-esteem, loss of identity, depression, anxiety, anger, domestic abuse, pet loss, bereavement and offer emotional support to parents struggling with the effects of emotional based school refusal.
I am compassionate about providing bereavement support, together we can help you make sense of your feelings around loss and grief, maybe you are holding onto some guilt, feel stuck or carrying past pain. I offer support for cancer patients, navigating life after chemo and in finding a new kind of normal and living with a chronic/terminal illness.
I work with a range of issues, including, low self-esteem, loss of identity, depression, anxiety, anger, domestic abuse, pet loss, bereavement and offer emotional support to parents struggling with the effects of emotional based school refusal.
I am compassionate about providing bereavement support, together we can help you make sense of your feelings around loss and grief, maybe you are holding onto some guilt, feel stuck or carrying past pain. I offer support for cancer patients, navigating life after chemo and in finding a new kind of normal and living with a chronic/terminal illness.
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Les Kelly
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Chesham HP5
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist, trained to listen attentively and to pay particular attention to what might be going on behind the words themselves. The past casts a long shadow and often it is in understanding our early experiences that we can see how it continues to play out in our present. Anxiety, depression, addictions, our responses to traumatic events and difficulties in relationships all have their roots in earlier experiences and how we had to cope with them at the time. Change comes from understanding the underlying cause of our pain and distress.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist, trained to listen attentively and to pay particular attention to what might be going on behind the words themselves. The past casts a long shadow and often it is in understanding our early experiences that we can see how it continues to play out in our present. Anxiety, depression, addictions, our responses to traumatic events and difficulties in relationships all have their roots in earlier experiences and how we had to cope with them at the time. Change comes from understanding the underlying cause of our pain and distress.
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Ann Booker
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Chesham HP5
Move forward from a trauma or loss.
The solid underpinning of the work I do as Psychotherapist and Counsellor lies in the knowledge that its ultimately the developing relationship between client and therapist-that's you and me- that enables positive changes to happen. I integrate Cognitive-Behavioural-Therapy (CBT) with a Humanistic, Relational approach.
Move forward from a trauma or loss.
The solid underpinning of the work I do as Psychotherapist and Counsellor lies in the knowledge that its ultimately the developing relationship between client and therapist-that's you and me- that enables positive changes to happen. I integrate Cognitive-Behavioural-Therapy (CBT) with a Humanistic, Relational approach.
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Andrea San Pedro-Lunn
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Chesham HP5
I help people feel more in control of their emotions, more self-aware, and more compassionate towards themselves. I blend professional and personal insight as a psychotherapeutic counsellor, and my background in career mentorship gives me a grounded understanding of workplace pressures and chronic stress. I work with adults, adolescents, and children, paying particular attention to the “inner child” in adults — using structured and creative methods to address unmet needs, old fears, and limiting beliefs. Together, we will work to meet life's challenges with calm, quiet self-criticism and foster genuine self-acceptance.
I help people feel more in control of their emotions, more self-aware, and more compassionate towards themselves. I blend professional and personal insight as a psychotherapeutic counsellor, and my background in career mentorship gives me a grounded understanding of workplace pressures and chronic stress. I work with adults, adolescents, and children, paying particular attention to the “inner child” in adults — using structured and creative methods to address unmet needs, old fears, and limiting beliefs. Together, we will work to meet life's challenges with calm, quiet self-criticism and foster genuine self-acceptance.
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Claire Morgan
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Chesham HP5
Thank you for viewing my profile. I offer compassionate, integrative therapy tailored to your unique needs, providing a non-judgemental space for individuals, couples, families, and young people. With lived experience of anxiety, ADHD, and relationship challenges, I understand how difficult it can be to seek support. I work alongside those facing addiction, help couples rebuild trust, and support young people with emotional struggles. My aim is to nurture resilience and understanding, and to walk beside you as you move towards meaningful change in your life.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I offer compassionate, integrative therapy tailored to your unique needs, providing a non-judgemental space for individuals, couples, families, and young people. With lived experience of anxiety, ADHD, and relationship challenges, I understand how difficult it can be to seek support. I work alongside those facing addiction, help couples rebuild trust, and support young people with emotional struggles. My aim is to nurture resilience and understanding, and to walk beside you as you move towards meaningful change in your life.
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Brenda Ramirez Matias
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Chesham HP5
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist and EMDR therapist. I provide a non-judgmental setting where we can explore your life events and how these are affecting your emotions, feelings and relationships. I apply EMDR to trauma-focused work with clients to complement the psychodynamic work or as a stand-alone therapy if deemed appropriate.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist and EMDR therapist. I provide a non-judgmental setting where we can explore your life events and how these are affecting your emotions, feelings and relationships. I apply EMDR to trauma-focused work with clients to complement the psychodynamic work or as a stand-alone therapy if deemed appropriate.
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Suzi Drummond
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Chesham HP5
When you feel isolated in debilitating anxiety, or stuck in grief, depression or abuse, life can seem overwhelming and out of control.
As we look at what is affecting you now from past and present experiences, as well as underlying relationship patterns, we can begin to understand what shapes and triggers your current experiences. Gaining insight through self-understanding will help you find your inner resources to deal with your anxieties, so that life feels manageable again.
When you feel isolated in debilitating anxiety, or stuck in grief, depression or abuse, life can seem overwhelming and out of control.
As we look at what is affecting you now from past and present experiences, as well as underlying relationship patterns, we can begin to understand what shapes and triggers your current experiences. Gaining insight through self-understanding will help you find your inner resources to deal with your anxieties, so that life feels manageable again.
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Willow Way Counselling
Counsellor
2 Endorsed
Chesham HP5
When times are tough or you are concerned about a loved one, speaking to a professional can be the lifeline you need. I can provide honest and professional guidance on how to manage mental health concerns, family issues, work stress, loneliness and isolation, young adult issues, relationship issues and low self-esteem. I am confident that with consistent sessions and a strong working relationship, we can support you to reach your goals and feel some relief from the challenges you are facing. Whilst initiating a first session can seem overwhelming, it may be one of the best decisions you make.
When times are tough or you are concerned about a loved one, speaking to a professional can be the lifeline you need. I can provide honest and professional guidance on how to manage mental health concerns, family issues, work stress, loneliness and isolation, young adult issues, relationship issues and low self-esteem. I am confident that with consistent sessions and a strong working relationship, we can support you to reach your goals and feel some relief from the challenges you are facing. Whilst initiating a first session can seem overwhelming, it may be one of the best decisions you make.
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Jo de Louvois
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Sometimes life can present difficult challenges. When that happens it's easy to feel confused, lonely, stuck and perhaps even judged. I can help you by providing a space for realisation, processing trauma and finding greater inner peace and freedom to live the life you wish for. I believe that the most important relationship we have is with ourselves. Having self compassion and being at peace with one’s self can be difficult to practice. I want to bring you hope and support you in becoming your own best friend.
Sometimes life can present difficult challenges. When that happens it's easy to feel confused, lonely, stuck and perhaps even judged. I can help you by providing a space for realisation, processing trauma and finding greater inner peace and freedom to live the life you wish for. I believe that the most important relationship we have is with ourselves. Having self compassion and being at peace with one’s self can be difficult to practice. I want to bring you hope and support you in becoming your own best friend.
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Kathryn Poulton
Psychotherapist, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a fully qualified and BACP registered psychotherapist working in Buckinghamshire and online. My therapeutic style is warm and relational, taking the whole person into account and inviting change through developing awareness of your self in its entirety - mind, body, emotions and spirit. Many of my clients come to me having had previous therapy which didn't feel like a great fit, or where it felt like some pieces of the puzzle were missing, and find that they are able to gain greater insight with a talking therapy that invites exploration of their whole self.
I am a fully qualified and BACP registered psychotherapist working in Buckinghamshire and online. My therapeutic style is warm and relational, taking the whole person into account and inviting change through developing awareness of your self in its entirety - mind, body, emotions and spirit. Many of my clients come to me having had previous therapy which didn't feel like a great fit, or where it felt like some pieces of the puzzle were missing, and find that they are able to gain greater insight with a talking therapy that invites exploration of their whole self.
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Sandy Cutts
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a BACP & ACC registered counsellor working with clients who are experiencing struggles in their personal lives and with relationships. I work in an integrative way using several modalities depending on my clients needs. I am currently doing the Gottman Institute Level 1 & 2 training for couples therapy and use their in-depth assessment and methods to assist couples to repair breakdowns, and achieve the desired outcomes for their relationship. I am trained in Christian Counselling and also offer Christian Principle based counselling to Christians seeking counselling for both psychological and spiritual issues.
I am a BACP & ACC registered counsellor working with clients who are experiencing struggles in their personal lives and with relationships. I work in an integrative way using several modalities depending on my clients needs. I am currently doing the Gottman Institute Level 1 & 2 training for couples therapy and use their in-depth assessment and methods to assist couples to repair breakdowns, and achieve the desired outcomes for their relationship. I am trained in Christian Counselling and also offer Christian Principle based counselling to Christians seeking counselling for both psychological and spiritual issues.
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Circle Therapy
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
We can support with anxiety, low mood, loss and bereavement, school and study stress, family issues, relationships and more.
We are a longstanding and trusted local practice who have been supporting clients over the past 12 years in Tring. Our team specialise in trauma and Neurodiversity. We are a recommended practice by professionals in our work with children and young people. We also deliver counselling in schools and we teach Diploma level accredited training in child therapy.
We can support with anxiety, low mood, loss and bereavement, school and study stress, family issues, relationships and more.
We are a longstanding and trusted local practice who have been supporting clients over the past 12 years in Tring. Our team specialise in trauma and Neurodiversity. We are a recommended practice by professionals in our work with children and young people. We also deliver counselling in schools and we teach Diploma level accredited training in child therapy.
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Nicola Salisbury
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Your presenting issues might be anxiety, depression, a relationship breakdown, a bereavement, low self-esteem, difficulty coping with change and uncertainty or more.
As well as using Psychoanalysis, CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) and Transactional Analysis, I'm also trained in DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) which is a form of CBT created to teach skills to cope with, and overcome, emotional dysregulation, self harm and relationship problems.
Your presenting issues might be anxiety, depression, a relationship breakdown, a bereavement, low self-esteem, difficulty coping with change and uncertainty or more.
As well as using Psychoanalysis, CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) and Transactional Analysis, I'm also trained in DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) which is a form of CBT created to teach skills to cope with, and overcome, emotional dysregulation, self harm and relationship problems.
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Dawn Davies
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have gained wide experience working with many presenting issues including but not limited to : anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, loss or bereavement, anger or difficult relationships.
I am passionate about the benefits of working alongside another in the exploration of what it means to be human. Becoming more present in our lives and ultimately to live more consciously and authentically can transform how we perceive ourselves and others and how we experience our lives.
I have gained wide experience working with many presenting issues including but not limited to : anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, loss or bereavement, anger or difficult relationships.
I am passionate about the benefits of working alongside another in the exploration of what it means to be human. Becoming more present in our lives and ultimately to live more consciously and authentically can transform how we perceive ourselves and others and how we experience our lives.
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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.