Bereavement Counselling in Chorleywood
I work with many bereaved clients who have experienced significant loss or losses.
Life is a journey of highs and lows. Are you going through a particularly difficult time in your life? Do you feel isolated? Not sure where to turn? Perhaps you feel anxious, depressed, or out of control? Or maybe you simply long to be heard, supported, and truly seen. I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment.
We can work through what is going on for you and find a way to move forward together, exploring strategies and tools along the way that can help you make that shift you are seeking.
I believe in ‘stronger together.’ Together, we can get through many things.
I work with many bereaved clients who have experienced significant loss or losses.
Life is a journey of highs and lows. Are you going through a particularly difficult time in your life? Do you feel isolated? Not sure where to turn? Perhaps you feel anxious, depressed, or out of control? Or maybe you simply long to be heard, supported, and truly seen. I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment.
We can work through what is going on for you and find a way to move forward together, exploring strategies and tools along the way that can help you make that shift you are seeking.
I believe in ‘stronger together.’ Together, we can get through many things.
I have extensive experience in supporting people with a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement and loss, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, family difficulties, and life transitions.
As a Counsellor, I am committed to supporting adults, young people, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and work towards more fulfilling and connected lives, with a particular focus on adoption, attachment, and psychosexual wellbeing. I am passionate about helping people strengthen relationships, develop deeper self-awareness, and explore their authentic selves emotionally, psychologically, physically, and sexually within a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental therapeutic environment.
I have extensive experience in supporting people with a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement and loss, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, family difficulties, and life transitions.
As a Counsellor, I am committed to supporting adults, young people, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and work towards more fulfilling and connected lives, with a particular focus on adoption, attachment, and psychosexual wellbeing. I am passionate about helping people strengthen relationships, develop deeper self-awareness, and explore their authentic selves emotionally, psychologically, physically, and sexually within a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental therapeutic environment.
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.
I am a Specialist Counsellor working with adults and young people who are experiencing bereavement & loss.
I am an experienced counsellor/psychotherapist. I consider it of utmost importance that we build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship within which you can feel safe and trusting enough to discuss and explore whatever is going on for you. I am here to listen and will not judge what you have to say. I'm here to help you feel better by making sense of the things that you think and feel and to empower you to make your own choices about how you move forward in your life. You can trust that I will act in your best interests at all times and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
I am a Specialist Counsellor working with adults and young people who are experiencing bereavement & loss.
I am an experienced counsellor/psychotherapist. I consider it of utmost importance that we build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship within which you can feel safe and trusting enough to discuss and explore whatever is going on for you. I am here to listen and will not judge what you have to say. I'm here to help you feel better by making sense of the things that you think and feel and to empower you to make your own choices about how you move forward in your life. You can trust that I will act in your best interests at all times and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
I practise from a psychodynamic perspective which has its roots in psychoanalysis, the founding approach to talking therapy. This means I am interested in helping people to be curious about themselves, to understand why they might think, feel or behave in certain ways which are often unconscious, and to understand where these patterns might come from. This involves you and I building up a trusting relationship that would enable you to bring anything (thoughts feelings, fantasies), however unusual or nonsensical, you want to talk about with me.
I practise from a psychodynamic perspective which has its roots in psychoanalysis, the founding approach to talking therapy. This means I am interested in helping people to be curious about themselves, to understand why they might think, feel or behave in certain ways which are often unconscious, and to understand where these patterns might come from. This involves you and I building up a trusting relationship that would enable you to bring anything (thoughts feelings, fantasies), however unusual or nonsensical, you want to talk about with me.
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.
It’s so important to find the right therapist, someone you feel comfortable speaking to in order to build a rapport. My work is psychodynamic, examining connections between past and present to help you to explore your motivations, emotions, behavioural patterns and to increase self knowledge.
It’s so important to find the right therapist, someone you feel comfortable speaking to in order to build a rapport. My work is psychodynamic, examining connections between past and present to help you to explore your motivations, emotions, behavioural patterns and to increase self knowledge.
I support clients with anxiety, trauma and/or chronic pain and illness to live their best life. Anxiety can be debilitating and overwhelming. I work with you to offer new perspective, to resolve issues and find new ways forward. We often 'block' thoughts as a coping strategy, and whilst this can be very useful, it can increase anxiety. If you experience physical symptoms such as headaches, IBS, joint pain or fibromyalgia, your body may be literally holding the weight of your anxiety. We can consider whether a more holistic approach will help you–exploring the connection between your physical symptoms and your emotions.
I support clients with anxiety, trauma and/or chronic pain and illness to live their best life. Anxiety can be debilitating and overwhelming. I work with you to offer new perspective, to resolve issues and find new ways forward. We often 'block' thoughts as a coping strategy, and whilst this can be very useful, it can increase anxiety. If you experience physical symptoms such as headaches, IBS, joint pain or fibromyalgia, your body may be literally holding the weight of your anxiety. We can consider whether a more holistic approach will help you–exploring the connection between your physical symptoms and your emotions.
I support individuals and couples going through major life transitions, but also just dealing with life's challenges. I have particular interest in:
Pregnancy, birth trauma, early motherhood, identity changes that parenthood brings;
Perimenopause/menopause and the changes and relational and psychological impact that can come with midlife.
Domestic abuse survivors - rebuilding confidence, understanding the impact of what they’ve experienced and reconnecting with themselves.
Relationships and couples: Helping individuals and couples understand patterns within their relationship, improve communication and work through difficulties.
I support individuals and couples going through major life transitions, but also just dealing with life's challenges. I have particular interest in:
Pregnancy, birth trauma, early motherhood, identity changes that parenthood brings;
Perimenopause/menopause and the changes and relational and psychological impact that can come with midlife.
Domestic abuse survivors - rebuilding confidence, understanding the impact of what they’ve experienced and reconnecting with themselves.
Relationships and couples: Helping individuals and couples understand patterns within their relationship, improve communication and work through difficulties.
People often seek therapy because they are feeling overwhelmed or are experiencing some kind of emotional pain. Issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, low self esteem, low self confidence or anger are often the symptoms of past traumas and experiences. I offer an opportunity to identify and overcome these, or other difficult feelings you may be experiencing.
People often seek therapy because they are feeling overwhelmed or are experiencing some kind of emotional pain. Issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, low self esteem, low self confidence or anger are often the symptoms of past traumas and experiences. I offer an opportunity to identify and overcome these, or other difficult feelings you may be experiencing.
Dr Stephanie Louw
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I believe these difficulties often arise from things that have happened to us, causing us emotional pain, trauma or loss.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist working within the NHS and in private practice. I work eclectically and draw upon a range of therapeutic models, including CBT, ACT and CFT, EMDR and Psychodynamic and Systemic approaches. I offer short-term solution-focused sessions for time-limited goals and longer-term explorative sessions, based on preference.
I believe these difficulties often arise from things that have happened to us, causing us emotional pain, trauma or loss.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist working within the NHS and in private practice. I work eclectically and draw upon a range of therapeutic models, including CBT, ACT and CFT, EMDR and Psychodynamic and Systemic approaches. I offer short-term solution-focused sessions for time-limited goals and longer-term explorative sessions, based on preference.
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I specialise in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy, helping you to make lasting changes. Together, we’ll explore what keeps you stuck and reconnect with what matters. My approach is direct and reflective, rooted in truly understanding what it’s like to be you, while helping you live a life that matters.
You might be struggling with body image, eating disorders, chronic pain, or grief, and it can feel unclear where to begin.
I specialise in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy, helping you to make lasting changes. Together, we’ll explore what keeps you stuck and reconnect with what matters. My approach is direct and reflective, rooted in truly understanding what it’s like to be you, while helping you live a life that matters.
Welcome. If you're reading this, maybe you've decided the time is right to make a change, and you're ready to take that important step. Asking for help can be difficult and it is something to be applauded. My role is to offer a safe space, free from judgement, and to listen to you with warmth and empathy. I will hear you, support you, empower you and facilitate you finding your path through. I encourage autonomy and self-compassion. I will endeavour to help you to see things in a different light. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy, and the benefits of therapy can be life changing.
Welcome. If you're reading this, maybe you've decided the time is right to make a change, and you're ready to take that important step. Asking for help can be difficult and it is something to be applauded. My role is to offer a safe space, free from judgement, and to listen to you with warmth and empathy. I will hear you, support you, empower you and facilitate you finding your path through. I encourage autonomy and self-compassion. I will endeavour to help you to see things in a different light. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy, and the benefits of therapy can be life changing.
Life, what's it all about? It can bring unexpected joy and/or unwanted challenges. However, we know that those challenges which create psychological and physical strains can preoccupy us the most. As a counsellor, I have a longstanding interest in supporting children, young people and adults who are going through difficult times. I will listen and engage with empathy, thereby making easier for you to feel safe as you share your thoughts and experiences.
Life, what's it all about? It can bring unexpected joy and/or unwanted challenges. However, we know that those challenges which create psychological and physical strains can preoccupy us the most. As a counsellor, I have a longstanding interest in supporting children, young people and adults who are going through difficult times. I will listen and engage with empathy, thereby making easier for you to feel safe as you share your thoughts and experiences.
I specialise in helping you navigate life transitions, trauma, grief and identity shifts.
Do you feel like you are caught in the "in-between" of a life transition—like a career shift, relationship change, moving to a different place or later-in-life neurodivergent diagnosis. I support those who feel too changed to go back, yet ungrounded where they are. It is challenging to try try to hold different versions of life together. It leads to burnout, exhaustion, or old trauma loops that leave the body carrying the toll of chronic stress. You don't have to carry this alone. I offer a down-to-earth space to untangle stuck patterns and calm your nervous system so you can find your footing.
I specialise in helping you navigate life transitions, trauma, grief and identity shifts.
Do you feel like you are caught in the "in-between" of a life transition—like a career shift, relationship change, moving to a different place or later-in-life neurodivergent diagnosis. I support those who feel too changed to go back, yet ungrounded where they are. It is challenging to try try to hold different versions of life together. It leads to burnout, exhaustion, or old trauma loops that leave the body carrying the toll of chronic stress. You don't have to carry this alone. I offer a down-to-earth space to untangle stuck patterns and calm your nervous system so you can find your footing.
I work with individuals and groups in private practice. I offer a containing, open and non-judgemental space where individuals and group members feel able to bring their thoughts and feelings in a confidential and secure environment. In my practice I see people from all kinds of backgrounds and different circumstances who suffer from depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, relationship difficulties, problems with self-esteem, feelings of loneliness or social isolation, stress at work and more. I offer short and long term psychotherapy. I am also available for online sessions.
I work with individuals and groups in private practice. I offer a containing, open and non-judgemental space where individuals and group members feel able to bring their thoughts and feelings in a confidential and secure environment. In my practice I see people from all kinds of backgrounds and different circumstances who suffer from depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, relationship difficulties, problems with self-esteem, feelings of loneliness or social isolation, stress at work and more. I offer short and long term psychotherapy. I am also available for online sessions.
I work well with clients who have experienced loss and those who are trying to find their place in a new life stage, as well as individuals who are impacted by shame and those seeking healing from past trauma.
I am here to provide a space for you to be heard and to help you understand yourself more deeply. I ask questions and offer interpretations and frameworks, as together we explore new perspectives. I bring focussed attention and acceptance, support and therapeutic insight which allow you to identify your needs and find solutions to the challenges you face.
I work well with clients who have experienced loss and those who are trying to find their place in a new life stage, as well as individuals who are impacted by shame and those seeking healing from past trauma.
I am here to provide a space for you to be heard and to help you understand yourself more deeply. I ask questions and offer interpretations and frameworks, as together we explore new perspectives. I bring focussed attention and acceptance, support and therapeutic insight which allow you to identify your needs and find solutions to the challenges you face.
You may be struggling with grief, anxiety, relationship difficulties or simply feeling overwhelmed by everything life is throwing at you.
I specialise in grief and suicide bereavement, and also support people experiencing anxiety and emotional difficulties. I offer compassionate online and telephone counselling, providing a safe, non-judgemental space where you can feel heard and supported at your own pace.
You may be struggling with grief, anxiety, relationship difficulties or simply feeling overwhelmed by everything life is throwing at you.
I specialise in grief and suicide bereavement, and also support people experiencing anxiety and emotional difficulties. I offer compassionate online and telephone counselling, providing a safe, non-judgemental space where you can feel heard and supported at your own pace.
Are you experiencing feelings of loneliness, anxiety, depression or hopelessness? Going through relationship difficulties or missing your loved ones? Painful traumatic past memories? Struggling with an addiction? Life lost it's purpose and meaning? Are you feeling ready for change and to work through personal problems in order to develop greater self insight.
Are you experiencing feelings of loneliness, anxiety, depression or hopelessness? Going through relationship difficulties or missing your loved ones? Painful traumatic past memories? Struggling with an addiction? Life lost it's purpose and meaning? Are you feeling ready for change and to work through personal problems in order to develop greater self insight.
You may have a clear reason for being here, such as working through a loss, such as a bereavement, or a shocking event or betrayal.
My approach is relational and collaborative. If you work with me, I will strive for you to feel deeply understood, respected and accepted, while gently challenged in a way that’s appropriate. Together we can gain awareness of what’s hurting and we’ll consider whether some of your distress may have unconscious or historic origins.
You may have a clear reason for being here, such as working through a loss, such as a bereavement, or a shocking event or betrayal.
My approach is relational and collaborative. If you work with me, I will strive for you to feel deeply understood, respected and accepted, while gently challenged in a way that’s appropriate. Together we can gain awareness of what’s hurting and we’ll consider whether some of your distress may have unconscious or historic origins.
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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.