Bereavement Counselling in Cookham
I have almost 2 decades of experience in charitable, public sector & counselling roles, supporting vulnerable adults, young people and families. This allows me a deep understanding of and empathy for the challenges and difficulties of people I meet.
I use my expertise and training as a counsellor to support you in making sense of what life throws your way.
I have almost 2 decades of experience in charitable, public sector & counselling roles, supporting vulnerable adults, young people and families. This allows me a deep understanding of and empathy for the challenges and difficulties of people I meet.
I use my expertise and training as a counsellor to support you in making sense of what life throws your way.
I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist and a UKCP trainee Psychoanalytic Attachment-based Psychotherapist. I like to create a safe and supportive space where I work collaboratively with my clients at their own pace. There’s no agenda or assumption on what you decide to talk about. You can choose to come on an open-ended basis, or maybe you'd like to discuss a specific issue and attend until you feel you have resolved it.
I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist and a UKCP trainee Psychoanalytic Attachment-based Psychotherapist. I like to create a safe and supportive space where I work collaboratively with my clients at their own pace. There’s no agenda or assumption on what you decide to talk about. You can choose to come on an open-ended basis, or maybe you'd like to discuss a specific issue and attend until you feel you have resolved it.
Sometimes we feel that our life is not a life well-lived. Many of us feel like we are surviving instead of thriving. Our mental health plays a big role here. It shapes our experience of life.
Sometimes we feel that our life is not a life well-lived. Many of us feel like we are surviving instead of thriving. Our mental health plays a big role here. It shapes our experience of life.
Feeling low, sad, anxious, isolated...relationship not working well? I help people just like you. Couples and individuals. Come and talk to me.
Feeling low, sad, anxious, isolated...relationship not working well? I help people just like you. Couples and individuals. Come and talk to me.
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Hello - I am a warm empathic counsellor with ten years experience working with couples and individuals. I imagine you are looking for a therapist to support you with an internal struggle or difficulties in relationships. Whatever is on your mind I am here to listen without judgement and support you to process your thoughts and feelings. We may work towards new goals or finding different ways of being which may help you to move on with your life journey feeling less burden. We can work together to understand what will serve you best and support you to work with the new awareness you may gain through counselling.
Hello - I am a warm empathic counsellor with ten years experience working with couples and individuals. I imagine you are looking for a therapist to support you with an internal struggle or difficulties in relationships. Whatever is on your mind I am here to listen without judgement and support you to process your thoughts and feelings. We may work towards new goals or finding different ways of being which may help you to move on with your life journey feeling less burden. We can work together to understand what will serve you best and support you to work with the new awareness you may gain through counselling.
Hello and thank-you for viewing my profile. Are you feeling anxious, sad, depressed or frustrated with life? Are you struggling with marital difficulties, relational conflicts or stresses at work? Are you looking for a trusting person to talk about your troubles? I am here to listen, to journey with you through your difficulties; by offering a safe, trusting and confidential space to share your thoughts and feelings; to help you understand your difficulties, how to cope and manage life better.
Hello and thank-you for viewing my profile. Are you feeling anxious, sad, depressed or frustrated with life? Are you struggling with marital difficulties, relational conflicts or stresses at work? Are you looking for a trusting person to talk about your troubles? I am here to listen, to journey with you through your difficulties; by offering a safe, trusting and confidential space to share your thoughts and feelings; to help you understand your difficulties, how to cope and manage life better.
You may be carrying deep pain, grief after loss, or the effects of trauma that still shape how you feel and connect.
I support clients facing trauma, bereavement, loss, and the emotional impact of injury.
My focus is helping you process pain, rebuild safety, and restore self-worth.
In a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space, you can explore emotions and thoughts, reflect on experiences, and begin your inner journey towards healing and inner stability.
You may be carrying deep pain, grief after loss, or the effects of trauma that still shape how you feel and connect.
I support clients facing trauma, bereavement, loss, and the emotional impact of injury.
My focus is helping you process pain, rebuild safety, and restore self-worth.
In a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space, you can explore emotions and thoughts, reflect on experiences, and begin your inner journey towards healing and inner stability.
Dr. Sue Egan - Psychologist/EMDR Therapist
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
I specialise in healing trauma including PTSD, complex trauma, sexual and domestic abuse, complicated 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, complicated 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.
Born in the North of England, I emigrated to Australia with my family as a child, returning after a few years. I left for London in my late teens. My dyslexia, and not fitting in, had left me feeling as if I couldn’t learn and would have few job opportunities. In my town, I had two options: hairdressing or nuclear shipbuilding. I chose cutting hair and talking to human beings about their relationships. Working in West End salons, listening to clients’ stories, raising 4 children, and living with my husband with a terminal illness, gave me a deep understanding of human dynamics so I decided to retrain as a counsellor.
Born in the North of England, I emigrated to Australia with my family as a child, returning after a few years. I left for London in my late teens. My dyslexia, and not fitting in, had left me feeling as if I couldn’t learn and would have few job opportunities. In my town, I had two options: hairdressing or nuclear shipbuilding. I chose cutting hair and talking to human beings about their relationships. Working in West End salons, listening to clients’ stories, raising 4 children, and living with my husband with a terminal illness, gave me a deep understanding of human dynamics so I decided to retrain as a counsellor.
You might be navigating job loss, separation, illness, family conflict, or other major life events that affect your wellbeing and relationships.
As a person-centred therapist with an attachment focus, I work with you to explore how these experiences affect your emotions, thoughts, and relationships. You can uncover patterns from the past, gain insight into your reactions, and develop practical strategies to manage stress and build emotional resilience.
You might be navigating job loss, separation, illness, family conflict, or other major life events that affect your wellbeing and relationships.
As a person-centred therapist with an attachment focus, I work with you to explore how these experiences affect your emotions, thoughts, and relationships. You can uncover patterns from the past, gain insight into your reactions, and develop practical strategies to manage stress and build emotional resilience.
As a BACP registered counsellor/psychotherapist I work with a wide range of issues including anxiety, low self-esteem, issues from childhood, challenges with relationships, and bereavement and depression.
We all face emotional difficulties at some point that stop us from enjoying life as much as we would like. Talking to friends and family can be helpful, but sometimes this isn't possible or doesn't feel enough. Whether you're finding things challenging, or you have a sense that you could be more connected with yourself and others in your life, counselling can offer a unique opportunity to explore whatever is troubling you, and can help by providing you with support and understanding.
As a BACP registered counsellor/psychotherapist I work with a wide range of issues including anxiety, low self-esteem, issues from childhood, challenges with relationships, and bereavement and depression.
We all face emotional difficulties at some point that stop us from enjoying life as much as we would like. Talking to friends and family can be helpful, but sometimes this isn't possible or doesn't feel enough. Whether you're finding things challenging, or you have a sense that you could be more connected with yourself and others in your life, counselling can offer a unique opportunity to explore whatever is troubling you, and can help by providing you with support and understanding.
Feeling anxious, low in confidence, or struggling with work, relationships, or grief can be overwhelming.
I support people through bereavement, addiction, and coping with illness, as well as neurodivergent individuals. I offer tailored strategies and compassionate guidance, helping you gain new perspectives, build resilience, and move forward with confidence in a way that suits you.
Feeling anxious, low in confidence, or struggling with work, relationships, or grief can be overwhelming.
I support people through bereavement, addiction, and coping with illness, as well as neurodivergent individuals. I offer tailored strategies and compassionate guidance, helping you gain new perspectives, build resilience, and move forward with confidence in a way that suits you.
I support clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties or who are struggling with a life event. I aim to build a therapeutic relationship with you that is unique to you and offers what you need. We would carefully work at a pace and depth governed by you, to explore coping strategies and understand what has gone on in the past, what is going wrong now and have the ultimate goal of empowering you to find greater control over your life and a different way forward to a better place.
I support clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties or who are struggling with a life event. I aim to build a therapeutic relationship with you that is unique to you and offers what you need. We would carefully work at a pace and depth governed by you, to explore coping strategies and understand what has gone on in the past, what is going wrong now and have the ultimate goal of empowering you to find greater control over your life and a different way forward to a better place.
Choosing me as your counsellor. If you’re looking for a counsellor, you need to find someone who is going to be a good “fit” for you. I believe that the most important part of any counselling is having a good relationship with the therapist. You need to be able to trust me and feel comfortable talking to me about yourself. Otherwise you cannot get the best out of the experience. Contacting a counsellor for the first time can be daunting. You might be nervous or struggling to put things into words. It is okay if you are not quite sure what you want from this, I will do everything I can to put you at your ease.
Choosing me as your counsellor. If you’re looking for a counsellor, you need to find someone who is going to be a good “fit” for you. I believe that the most important part of any counselling is having a good relationship with the therapist. You need to be able to trust me and feel comfortable talking to me about yourself. Otherwise you cannot get the best out of the experience. Contacting a counsellor for the first time can be daunting. You might be nervous or struggling to put things into words. It is okay if you are not quite sure what you want from this, I will do everything I can to put you at your ease.
I support adults facing a range of life challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, and bereavement.
There are many different reasons people come to therapy. It may be that life seems overwhelming, you might feel low, anxious, or stressed and just want someone to help. You may feel like you keep repeating the same old patterns and it seems impossible to break the cycle. Relationships with partners, friends and children can be tough and you can feel like you just can’t cope at times. You may have lost somebody close to you. Or it may be a curiosity or an urge to make life better, happier and more fulfilling. Whatever the reason, I do believe that talking to a therapist can truly change lives for the better.
I support adults facing a range of life challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, and bereavement.
There are many different reasons people come to therapy. It may be that life seems overwhelming, you might feel low, anxious, or stressed and just want someone to help. You may feel like you keep repeating the same old patterns and it seems impossible to break the cycle. Relationships with partners, friends and children can be tough and you can feel like you just can’t cope at times. You may have lost somebody close to you. Or it may be a curiosity or an urge to make life better, happier and more fulfilling. Whatever the reason, I do believe that talking to a therapist can truly change lives for the better.
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.
Along with my ongoing post-graduate training in existential-analytic psychotherapy with the Southern Association For Psychotherapy and Counselling, I also have extensive experience helping clients with complex issues around grief and loss through my work with a national bereavement charity.
It's so difficult to pick up a phone and call a stranger. No one wants to feel that they need help... but sometimes we all do. I provide a space where you can speak about whatever is on your mind without judgment and without prejudice.
Along with my ongoing post-graduate training in existential-analytic psychotherapy with the Southern Association For Psychotherapy and Counselling, I also have extensive experience helping clients with complex issues around grief and loss through my work with a national bereavement charity.
It's so difficult to pick up a phone and call a stranger. No one wants to feel that they need help... but sometimes we all do. I provide a space where you can speak about whatever is on your mind without judgment and without prejudice.
My main areas of expertise include but are not limited to; bereavement, infertility and miscarriage, relationship issues, parenthood and how it intersects with one's own childhood, and low self-esteem and confidence (which can come from a myriad of experiences).
I am a warm and perceptive therapist who will work with you to make sense of what you're struggling with. Therapy is a unique space. It's a place that's different from our relationships with family and friends and can therefore offer the opportunity to explore feelings and experiences that can be difficult to talk about or process in our day to day lives. Engaging in therapy can help you to make sense of your feelings and how they impact who you are, your confidence, and your sense of self. I offer a safe and collaborative space to help you process and understand what's going on for you.
My main areas of expertise include but are not limited to; bereavement, infertility and miscarriage, relationship issues, parenthood and how it intersects with one's own childhood, and low self-esteem and confidence (which can come from a myriad of experiences).
I am a warm and perceptive therapist who will work with you to make sense of what you're struggling with. Therapy is a unique space. It's a place that's different from our relationships with family and friends and can therefore offer the opportunity to explore feelings and experiences that can be difficult to talk about or process in our day to day lives. Engaging in therapy can help you to make sense of your feelings and how they impact who you are, your confidence, and your sense of self. I offer a safe and collaborative space to help you process and understand what's going on for you.
I have a particular interest in working with shame, grief and family trauma.
I originally trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in the 1980's and then worked as an actor for many years: over the last 22+ years my life started to take a different turn and I now enjoy working as a counsellor with individual clients.
As an Integrative Transpersonal Counsellor I draw together different approaches whilst offering therapy with soul - looking beyond the immediate problem, or symptom to work in ways that honour each client's deeper journey.
For me therapy has meant a chance to revisit old stories and beliefs whilst gaining fresh insights and understandings.
I have a particular interest in working with shame, grief and family trauma.
I originally trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in the 1980's and then worked as an actor for many years: over the last 22+ years my life started to take a different turn and I now enjoy working as a counsellor with individual clients.
As an Integrative Transpersonal Counsellor I draw together different approaches whilst offering therapy with soul - looking beyond the immediate problem, or symptom to work in ways that honour each client's deeper journey.
For me therapy has meant a chance to revisit old stories and beliefs whilst gaining fresh insights and understandings.
If you feel like you have hit a wall or experience being stuck in particular behaviours or emotional responses, I can work with you to support change and growth.
I am a BACP accredited Gestalt counselling psychotherapist, offering sessions both in person and online.
Working with present experience I will utilise your own agency in a safe space to explore creatively how you interpret and organise your life.
If you feel like you have hit a wall or experience being stuck in particular behaviours or emotional responses, I can work with you to support change and growth.
I am a BACP accredited Gestalt counselling psychotherapist, offering sessions both in person and online.
Working with present experience I will utilise your own agency in a safe space to explore creatively how you interpret and organise your life.
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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.