Bereavement Counselling in Combe Down
with eating disorders I may use more practical interventions than in my grief or relationship work.
If you change nothing, nothing changes but it can be hard to know where to begin. I feel it starts with you being heard and valued. Having your story and your feelings witnessed and validated is extraordinarily powerful and provides the catalyst for change. You will gain a clarity and a sense of perspective as well as an understanding of why you behave in the way you do. Talking to me will feel different from talking to a friend or family member. I will offer you insights and reflections, not opinions or solutions. I am interested in you and your experiences and they matter to me, but as I'm not involved I can remain objective.
with eating disorders I may use more practical interventions than in my grief or relationship work.
If you change nothing, nothing changes but it can be hard to know where to begin. I feel it starts with you being heard and valued. Having your story and your feelings witnessed and validated is extraordinarily powerful and provides the catalyst for change. You will gain a clarity and a sense of perspective as well as an understanding of why you behave in the way you do. Talking to me will feel different from talking to a friend or family member. I will offer you insights and reflections, not opinions or solutions. I am interested in you and your experiences and they matter to me, but as I'm not involved I can remain objective.
Are you struggling with a relationship or juggling the competing demands of your private and professional life? Are you feeling stuck and uncertain about how to fulfil your potential? Have you recently lost someone close to you? I first sought help as a young mother and the benefits were so enormous, I chose to train as a psychotherapist myself. I work one-to-one and with couples, helping you to identify patterns in your relationship with others, and with yourself, and establishing ways of changing those patterns that do not serve you.
Are you struggling with a relationship or juggling the competing demands of your private and professional life? Are you feeling stuck and uncertain about how to fulfil your potential? Have you recently lost someone close to you? I first sought help as a young mother and the benefits were so enormous, I chose to train as a psychotherapist myself. I work one-to-one and with couples, helping you to identify patterns in your relationship with others, and with yourself, and establishing ways of changing those patterns that do not serve you.
I can work with you on a huge range of issues, including relationships, attachment, family dynamics, teen problems, child behaviour, neurodivergence, long term illness and disability. I will support, collaborate and try to make sense of what is going on. All things eventually pass - I will offer to weather the storm with you. I won’t be judging you or not taking you seriously. We will work together - and it will be work - but we will also aim to have fun and be creative in our work.
I can work with you on a huge range of issues, including relationships, attachment, family dynamics, teen problems, child behaviour, neurodivergence, long term illness and disability. I will support, collaborate and try to make sense of what is going on. All things eventually pass - I will offer to weather the storm with you. I won’t be judging you or not taking you seriously. We will work together - and it will be work - but we will also aim to have fun and be creative in our work.
If you're feeling anxious or overwhelmed, struggling with a difficult life event, your relationships or sense of self, I offer a warm and supportive space for you to better understand yourself. I often work with women who feel they've lost themselves beneath the roles they fulfil; are navigating motherhood, relationship changes, career changes or menopause; are emotionally exhausted; want to understand why they think, feel and respond the way they do; and are curious about how childhood relationships continue to shape their adult selves.
If you're feeling anxious or overwhelmed, struggling with a difficult life event, your relationships or sense of self, I offer a warm and supportive space for you to better understand yourself. I often work with women who feel they've lost themselves beneath the roles they fulfil; are navigating motherhood, relationship changes, career changes or menopause; are emotionally exhausted; want to understand why they think, feel and respond the way they do; and are curious about how childhood relationships continue to shape their adult selves.
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My special interests include, but are not limited to, working with loss and grief, and depression.
Hello, I'm Jason. Do you want to make meaningful change? People say they experience me as approachable, friendly and easy to talk to. I'm a qualified Integrative Counsellor and a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I work with all individual adults (18 & over).
I offer you a supportive and kind space to experience healing, change, and to help you explore whatever it is you are experiencing. I aim to help you work towards whichever direction you want to go. You are the focus in our work together.
My special interests include, but are not limited to, working with loss and grief, and depression.
Hello, I'm Jason. Do you want to make meaningful change? People say they experience me as approachable, friendly and easy to talk to. I'm a qualified Integrative Counsellor and a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I work with all individual adults (18 & over).
I offer you a supportive and kind space to experience healing, change, and to help you explore whatever it is you are experiencing. I aim to help you work towards whichever direction you want to go. You are the focus in our work together.
Hello and a warm welcome to my profile, I am Becky an Integrative counsellor based in Dorset, I have a therapy room in the market town of Sherborne, and also provide therapy sessions online and over the phone. My Integrative approach means that I can draw from a range of theoretical approaches, for example humanistic, cognitive plus others, to tailor my approach depending on your needs. I acknowledge individuality and aim to create a space where you feel safe to express yourself and your emotions. If you are new to counselling or unsure about what to expect, please make contact and I will be happy to support you.
Hello and a warm welcome to my profile, I am Becky an Integrative counsellor based in Dorset, I have a therapy room in the market town of Sherborne, and also provide therapy sessions online and over the phone. My Integrative approach means that I can draw from a range of theoretical approaches, for example humanistic, cognitive plus others, to tailor my approach depending on your needs. I acknowledge individuality and aim to create a space where you feel safe to express yourself and your emotions. If you are new to counselling or unsure about what to expect, please make contact and I will be happy to support you.
I work with individuals who feel disconnected from their authentic selves - perhaps you're feeling stuck, lacking direction, or missing purpose in your life. You might be struggling with past experiences that still affect you today, finding it hard to stay motivated, or feeling uncertain about your future path. Many of my clients initially believe they are the problem, carrying the weight of their struggles internally. If you recognise yourself in these words, know that you're not alone, and that what you're experiencing deserves to be heard and understood.
I work with individuals who feel disconnected from their authentic selves - perhaps you're feeling stuck, lacking direction, or missing purpose in your life. You might be struggling with past experiences that still affect you today, finding it hard to stay motivated, or feeling uncertain about your future path. Many of my clients initially believe they are the problem, carrying the weight of their struggles internally. If you recognise yourself in these words, know that you're not alone, and that what you're experiencing deserves to be heard and understood.
I have many years experience in working with:
depression
anxiety
loss and bereavement
self- esteem
relationships
body image
addiction
life stages
aimlessness and loss of direction
fears and phobias
perfectionism
work related issues
parenting
My belief is that the process of being listened to in a non- judgmental way may offer a new new freedom to explore the parts of your self that you may not have ventured into. I will work with you in a compassionate and gentle way, guiding and welcoming a curiosity, so that new light may shine.
I have many years experience in working with:
depression
anxiety
loss and bereavement
self- esteem
relationships
body image
addiction
life stages
aimlessness and loss of direction
fears and phobias
perfectionism
work related issues
parenting
My belief is that the process of being listened to in a non- judgmental way may offer a new new freedom to explore the parts of your self that you may not have ventured into. I will work with you in a compassionate and gentle way, guiding and welcoming a curiosity, so that new light may shine.
Are you experiencing distress or dissatisfaction in your life no matter how hard you try? This may have been going on for a long time or perhaps you're left feeling out-of-control after a loved-one dying, a big change happening in your life, or maybe illness striking you or somebody that you care for? Perhaps nothing has happened, but you feel stuck and unhappy with your life and relationships? Are you exhausted taking care of others needs whilst ignoring your own? Whatever your situation you would like to find greater ease within yourself and have more satisfying relationships with other people in your life.
Are you experiencing distress or dissatisfaction in your life no matter how hard you try? This may have been going on for a long time or perhaps you're left feeling out-of-control after a loved-one dying, a big change happening in your life, or maybe illness striking you or somebody that you care for? Perhaps nothing has happened, but you feel stuck and unhappy with your life and relationships? Are you exhausted taking care of others needs whilst ignoring your own? Whatever your situation you would like to find greater ease within yourself and have more satisfying relationships with other people in your life.
Or experiencing a sense of loss, unable to cope?
My practice is open for Face to Face sessions. As an Integrative Counsellor I incorporate different counselling models to suit your needs, including the Rewind Technique for Trauma. I have experience supporting people with the following: Alzheimer’s – Anxiety – Bereavement – Low Self-Esteem – OCD – Panic Attacks – Stress – Suicidal Thoughts - Trauma.
Or experiencing a sense of loss, unable to cope?
My practice is open for Face to Face sessions. As an Integrative Counsellor I incorporate different counselling models to suit your needs, including the Rewind Technique for Trauma. I have experience supporting people with the following: Alzheimer’s – Anxiety – Bereavement – Low Self-Esteem – OCD – Panic Attacks – Stress – Suicidal Thoughts - Trauma.
I work with clients navigating anxiety, trauma, loss, or life transitions.
I'm an integrative counsellor offering therapy indoors, online, and outdoors in nature. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches to help you make sense of your experiences, connect with your inner resources, and find a way forward that feels authentic and meaningful. At the heart of my work is the therapeutic relationship — a safe space where you can feel seen, supported, and free to explore whatever is arising for you. I have a particular interest in the body-mind connection, bringing a holistic approach to everything we explore together. I offer a warm, collaborative presence, meeting you with openness, curiosity, and respect.
I work with clients navigating anxiety, trauma, loss, or life transitions.
I'm an integrative counsellor offering therapy indoors, online, and outdoors in nature. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches to help you make sense of your experiences, connect with your inner resources, and find a way forward that feels authentic and meaningful. At the heart of my work is the therapeutic relationship — a safe space where you can feel seen, supported, and free to explore whatever is arising for you. I have a particular interest in the body-mind connection, bringing a holistic approach to everything we explore together. I offer a warm, collaborative presence, meeting you with openness, curiosity, and respect.
Hello, I'm Beccy, a qualified integrative counsellor with 4 years experience in counselling for bereavement, illness and anxiety led feelings.
Through building a supportive, open therapeutic relationship, we can discuss the varying and unique feelings of loss which are personal to you. We will explore your relationship with the person you have lost, including memories you would like to share. Your sessions will move at your pace with no end point to reach.
I also offer counselling for illness.
Hello, I'm Beccy, a qualified integrative counsellor with 4 years experience in counselling for bereavement, illness and anxiety led feelings.
Through building a supportive, open therapeutic relationship, we can discuss the varying and unique feelings of loss which are personal to you. We will explore your relationship with the person you have lost, including memories you would like to share. Your sessions will move at your pace with no end point to reach.
I also offer counselling for illness.
It is natural to feel unsure or nervous about counselling if you are reading this you have taken the first step to looking after you. There are moments in our lives when we feel lost and overwhelmed. It is OK, to not to be OK. My approach is client centred tailored to your individual needs, I am an Integrative counsellor, you may wonder what that means? By using a combination of disciplines described below we explore the reason for you attending therapy along with the outcome you wish to achieve.
It is natural to feel unsure or nervous about counselling if you are reading this you have taken the first step to looking after you. There are moments in our lives when we feel lost and overwhelmed. It is OK, to not to be OK. My approach is client centred tailored to your individual needs, I am an Integrative counsellor, you may wonder what that means? By using a combination of disciplines described below we explore the reason for you attending therapy along with the outcome you wish to achieve.
I am especially experienced with traumatic bereavement, through personal experience and having volunteered for three years at a Bereavement Service, supporting people following difficult losses, such as suicide.
Often our difficulties have roots in our early relationships and traumatic experiences, which take time to become aware of and process. As a Gestalt therapist I pay particular attention to your experience in the present moment, especially your embodied experience, as I work with the understanding that everything important from our past is here now.
I am especially experienced with traumatic bereavement, through personal experience and having volunteered for three years at a Bereavement Service, supporting people following difficult losses, such as suicide.
Often our difficulties have roots in our early relationships and traumatic experiences, which take time to become aware of and process. As a Gestalt therapist I pay particular attention to your experience in the present moment, especially your embodied experience, as I work with the understanding that everything important from our past is here now.
Life often feels messy. Sometimes we can get trapped in a storm of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that we just can't figure out how to move through, and we can be left feeling frustrated and helpless. I really understand that, it can be unbearable to feel this way and we can feel worse for not knowing how to 'fix' it. The truth is that you don't need to be fixed, trust me on this. Instead, you are likely at a point where you could do with the right support and guidance to help you listen to what's happening within, and come to understand it in a different way that allows you to move forward.
Life often feels messy. Sometimes we can get trapped in a storm of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that we just can't figure out how to move through, and we can be left feeling frustrated and helpless. I really understand that, it can be unbearable to feel this way and we can feel worse for not knowing how to 'fix' it. The truth is that you don't need to be fixed, trust me on this. Instead, you are likely at a point where you could do with the right support and guidance to help you listen to what's happening within, and come to understand it in a different way that allows you to move forward.
My particular experience is supporting people grieving loss in any form, struggling with addiction, or facing anxiety, relationship difficulties, and low mood.
I specialise in supporting people through grief and loss in all its forms – bereavement, relationship endings, identity changes, loss of health, and life transitions. I also work with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, and other concerns you may bring. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where your experience is heard and explored deeply. I use
My particular experience is supporting people grieving loss in any form, struggling with addiction, or facing anxiety, relationship difficulties, and low mood.
I specialise in supporting people through grief and loss in all its forms – bereavement, relationship endings, identity changes, loss of health, and life transitions. I also work with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, and other concerns you may bring. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where your experience is heard and explored deeply. I use
I help with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, and relationship challenges.
Life can be hard at times, and you may find yourself struggling with painful emotions, anxiety, or a difficult relationship with yourself. You might feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure why things feel so heavy, even if you can’t point to one clear reason.
People come to see me for many different reasons, but often with a shared sense that something in their inner world or relationships has become painful or hard to navigate alone. I aim to offer a calm, thoughtful space where we can slow things down, make sense of what’s going on, and explore your experience at a pace that feels right for you.
I help with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, and relationship challenges.
Life can be hard at times, and you may find yourself struggling with painful emotions, anxiety, or a difficult relationship with yourself. You might feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure why things feel so heavy, even if you can’t point to one clear reason.
People come to see me for many different reasons, but often with a shared sense that something in their inner world or relationships has become painful or hard to navigate alone. I aim to offer a calm, thoughtful space where we can slow things down, make sense of what’s going on, and explore your experience at a pace that feels right for you.
If you suffer with depression, anxiety,relationship issues, grief, trauma or anger management, I am hear to support you.
I work with both adults and children, having over 20 years' experience of working with young people and adolescents. I'v also worked with bereaved clients for 10 years. The aim of psychotherapy is to explore the issues you are experiencing, looking at your thoughts and feelings. enabling you to have long-lasting change and help guide you in the future.
If you suffer with depression, anxiety,relationship issues, grief, trauma or anger management, I am hear to support you.
I work with both adults and children, having over 20 years' experience of working with young people and adolescents. I'v also worked with bereaved clients for 10 years. The aim of psychotherapy is to explore the issues you are experiencing, looking at your thoughts and feelings. enabling you to have long-lasting change and help guide you in the future.
Perhaps you're navigating a difficult life transition, such as career change, loss or relationship difficulties, and feel the ground shifting beneath you.
As an Integrative Psychotherapist, I don't use a fixed approach. I draw on various models, tailoring our sessions to your needs. I offer a safe and confidential space where you can explore difficult feelings, develop insight, and learn practical tools for lasting change and greater self-compassion
Perhaps you're navigating a difficult life transition, such as career change, loss or relationship difficulties, and feel the ground shifting beneath you.
As an Integrative Psychotherapist, I don't use a fixed approach. I draw on various models, tailoring our sessions to your needs. I offer a safe and confidential space where you can explore difficult feelings, develop insight, and learn practical tools for lasting change and greater self-compassion
Creating a safe and secure environment is paramount, enabling children the freedom to explore at their own pace is so important. My primary aim is to first build upon a trusting therapeutic relationship. It is through this foundation, I believe, that will path the way to the child growing emotionally. I will seek to build their confidence, helping them to believe in who they are and knowing that they have the tools in which to help themselves.
Creating a safe and secure environment is paramount, enabling children the freedom to explore at their own pace is so important. My primary aim is to first build upon a trusting therapeutic relationship. It is through this foundation, I believe, that will path the way to the child growing emotionally. I will seek to build their confidence, helping them to believe in who they are and knowing that they have the tools in which to help themselves.
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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.