Bereavement Counselling in Diss

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Shirley Songhurst
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Whether as a result of mental health issues, bereavement, work/social/family environment or all of the above?
I am an integrative counsellor and believe in working collaboratively to build an understanding of your difficulties. We can make a plan as to how we can address them together.
Whether as a result of mental health issues, bereavement, work/social/family environment or all of the above?
I am an integrative counsellor and believe in working collaboratively to build an understanding of your difficulties. We can make a plan as to how we can address them together.
01359 307909 View 01359 307909
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Counselling & Clinical Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Diss IP22
My many thousands of hours of client contact have addressed, low mood, mental and emotional disorders, loss, grief, and bereavement, illness, relationships, gender identity and sexuality, family issues, parenting, neglect, OCD, disordered eating, self-harming, bullying, social issues, low self-esteem, debt and substance misuse.
My experience, understanding and empathy are broad ranging. I can be approached on all presenting issues we can discuss an onward referral if I am unable to help. I possess a drive for social justice and integrity. I care about and am interested in people and helping them reach their full potential. I possess high levels of empathy which my work demonstrates
My many thousands of hours of client contact have addressed, low mood, mental and emotional disorders, loss, grief, and bereavement, illness, relationships, gender identity and sexuality, family issues, parenting, neglect, OCD, disordered eating, self-harming, bullying, social issues, low self-esteem, debt and substance misuse.
My experience, understanding and empathy are broad ranging. I can be approached on all presenting issues we can discuss an onward referral if I am unable to help. I possess a drive for social justice and integrity. I care about and am interested in people and helping them reach their full potential. I possess high levels of empathy which my work demonstrates
01379 774657 View 01379 774657
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Jo Ingram
Counsellor, MBACP
Diss IP22
Hello & welcome, my name is Jo. Whether you are undecided about embarking on your therapeutic journey or are aware of the challenges that you would like to explore, finding the right counsellor for you is an essential part of the process. There are times when life can be challenging, you may be experiencing difficulties within relationships, suffering from feelings of depression, anxiety or hopelessness. I offer a confidential space for you to explore the challenges you are facing & can work with you to enable healing & help you manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
Hello & welcome, my name is Jo. Whether you are undecided about embarking on your therapeutic journey or are aware of the challenges that you would like to explore, finding the right counsellor for you is an essential part of the process. There are times when life can be challenging, you may be experiencing difficulties within relationships, suffering from feelings of depression, anxiety or hopelessness. I offer a confidential space for you to explore the challenges you are facing & can work with you to enable healing & help you manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
07939 437887 View 07939 437887
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Barbara Day
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Thank you for considering my profile. My aim is to assist you with whatever dilemma or difficulty you are trying to deal with. I have over 20 years experience in ongoing and short term (1 - 12 sessions) work whereby we tailor the counselling to your particular needs. My fundamental training is to look at how past environment and experience has shaped your emotional thinking and responses. In addition, I know that problems can be current and immediate, needing a practical approach.
Thank you for considering my profile. My aim is to assist you with whatever dilemma or difficulty you are trying to deal with. I have over 20 years experience in ongoing and short term (1 - 12 sessions) work whereby we tailor the counselling to your particular needs. My fundamental training is to look at how past environment and experience has shaped your emotional thinking and responses. In addition, I know that problems can be current and immediate, needing a practical approach.
01379 774777 View 01379 774777
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Sabrina Norton
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Life can be full of ups and downs, and all too often there is little or no opportunity to take time for yourself to work through these changes and adapt…leading to problems becoming bigger and more consuming. There may be times when you are suddenly faced with your own vulnerabilities and mortality and may feel like you have no one who you can confide in. As an integrative counsellor, I can offer you the time to talk about what worries you, or what feels too much to deal with alone and can walk alongside you on your chosen path.
Life can be full of ups and downs, and all too often there is little or no opportunity to take time for yourself to work through these changes and adapt…leading to problems becoming bigger and more consuming. There may be times when you are suddenly faced with your own vulnerabilities and mortality and may feel like you have no one who you can confide in. As an integrative counsellor, I can offer you the time to talk about what worries you, or what feels too much to deal with alone and can walk alongside you on your chosen path.
01379 777169 View 01379 777169
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The Listening Barn
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer feel helpful. Perhaps you’re used to coping on your own and have reached a point where things feel harder to manage. You want some clarity, steadiness, and relief from constant worry or self-criticism and a space where you can talk openly without feeling judged. You may not have clear answers yet, but you’re hoping therapy can help you understand yourself better and find a kinder, more sustainable way forward. You don’t need to have the right words, we can work things out together.
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer feel helpful. Perhaps you’re used to coping on your own and have reached a point where things feel harder to manage. You want some clarity, steadiness, and relief from constant worry or self-criticism and a space where you can talk openly without feeling judged. You may not have clear answers yet, but you’re hoping therapy can help you understand yourself better and find a kinder, more sustainable way forward. You don’t need to have the right words, we can work things out together.
01733 924580 View 01733 924580
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Shaman Emrys
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I have the best job in the world: it’s to help you find the peace you’re looking for. That’s what I’ve been doing, first as a shamanic counsellor then as a psychotherapist, for others just like you, for 47 years. Whether you have a phobia, or are in a dire, life-threatening situation, or anything in between, you’re just a call away from finding yourself warmly welcomed to a totally non-judgemental, safe, comfortable space where you can relax and unload whatever you want in total confidence: then we can get straight to work fixing it.
I have the best job in the world: it’s to help you find the peace you’re looking for. That’s what I’ve been doing, first as a shamanic counsellor then as a psychotherapist, for others just like you, for 47 years. Whether you have a phobia, or are in a dire, life-threatening situation, or anything in between, you’re just a call away from finding yourself warmly welcomed to a totally non-judgemental, safe, comfortable space where you can relax and unload whatever you want in total confidence: then we can get straight to work fixing it.
01359 302635 View 01359 302635
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Tracy Peet Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
I have thousands of hours of client contact and this work has addressed a wide variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, self-harm, relationship problems, loss, grief and bereavement, low self-confidence and esteem, abuse, addiction, trauma, gender identity and sexuality, work difficulties, bullying, parenting, family issues, illness and disability.
Hello, I’m Tracy. I’m a counsellor and supervisor, working Mon - Fri. I have 10 years experience counselling teenagers, adults & couples. My fees are Individuals £60, Couples £90 and supervisor £50. Please visit my website for client testimonials. Daily life can present us with a variety of psychological and emotional challenges that can be difficult to deal with or leave us in a situation that is hard to bear. I can help you to explore and clarify your thoughts and feelings and with greater awareness and clarity it is possible to have a clearer understanding of ourselves and others.
I have thousands of hours of client contact and this work has addressed a wide variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, self-harm, relationship problems, loss, grief and bereavement, low self-confidence and esteem, abuse, addiction, trauma, gender identity and sexuality, work difficulties, bullying, parenting, family issues, illness and disability.
Hello, I’m Tracy. I’m a counsellor and supervisor, working Mon - Fri. I have 10 years experience counselling teenagers, adults & couples. My fees are Individuals £60, Couples £90 and supervisor £50. Please visit my website for client testimonials. Daily life can present us with a variety of psychological and emotional challenges that can be difficult to deal with or leave us in a situation that is hard to bear. I can help you to explore and clarify your thoughts and feelings and with greater awareness and clarity it is possible to have a clearer understanding of ourselves and others.
07427 980061 View 07427 980061

More Therapists Nearby

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Annie Broadbent
Counsellor, BACP
I have a lot of experience working with loss and grief, and also perinatal mental health, however I work with a wide range of issues.
My primary training is in a holistic and transpersonal model of therapy, which means I work with the whole person - mind, body, feelings and hold the perspective that the problems we face also hold potential for something new to emerge. I use an integrative and relational approach and believe therapy should adapt to meet each client’s needs. This means our sessions might sometimes involve deep discussions on concepts and theories, while at other times, we may focus more on emotions, or imagery, or something which feels more ‘coach-like’ in style.
I have a lot of experience working with loss and grief, and also perinatal mental health, however I work with a wide range of issues.
My primary training is in a holistic and transpersonal model of therapy, which means I work with the whole person - mind, body, feelings and hold the perspective that the problems we face also hold potential for something new to emerge. I use an integrative and relational approach and believe therapy should adapt to meet each client’s needs. This means our sessions might sometimes involve deep discussions on concepts and theories, while at other times, we may focus more on emotions, or imagery, or something which feels more ‘coach-like’ in style.
01394 332702 View 01394 332702
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Laura Craven
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
I have worked with trauma, loss, grief, stress, and depression amongst other things.
Hello! I am Laura, and I am a counsellor qualified with a first-class Integrative Counselling degree. I strive to bring my authentic self to the sessions so we can work together to build a therapeutic relationship. I believe all good therapy starts with a solid relationship where trust and autonomy are promoted. Getting to know you is an important foundation for my counselling approach. As an integrative therapist, I can tap into various modalities and theories to help you with the reasons you are seeking therapy at this time. I am aim to hold space for you to safely explore what is going on for you.
I have worked with trauma, loss, grief, stress, and depression amongst other things.
Hello! I am Laura, and I am a counsellor qualified with a first-class Integrative Counselling degree. I strive to bring my authentic self to the sessions so we can work together to build a therapeutic relationship. I believe all good therapy starts with a solid relationship where trust and autonomy are promoted. Getting to know you is an important foundation for my counselling approach. As an integrative therapist, I can tap into various modalities and theories to help you with the reasons you are seeking therapy at this time. I am aim to hold space for you to safely explore what is going on for you.
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Natalie Wiggins
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I specialise in relationship support, neurodiversity and grief/ loss.
Hello and welcome to my profile, thank you for visiting. I am a qualified, registered and insured Counsellor, highly trained and experienced for over a decade. I offer help with a wide range of issues, in a way that is tailor made and as individual as you are, including couples work and those needing counselling for relationships. I am based in Suffolk (Sudbury and rural Bury St Edmunds) for face to face work plus online session availability, always at competitive prices. Nominated at the Make a Difference Awards, for best service in Suffolk by listeners of BBC Radio
I specialise in relationship support, neurodiversity and grief/ loss.
Hello and welcome to my profile, thank you for visiting. I am a qualified, registered and insured Counsellor, highly trained and experienced for over a decade. I offer help with a wide range of issues, in a way that is tailor made and as individual as you are, including couples work and those needing counselling for relationships. I am based in Suffolk (Sudbury and rural Bury St Edmunds) for face to face work plus online session availability, always at competitive prices. Nominated at the Make a Difference Awards, for best service in Suffolk by listeners of BBC Radio
01284 339595 View 01284 339595
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Jill Tsoi
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
You may appear to be coping, yet feel inwardly unsettled, grieving, or searching for meaning.
Jill offers integrative psychotherapy drawing on transpersonal, Jungian, relational, cognitive and intuitive approaches. With extensive experience in bereavement, mental illness, neurodivergence and relationships, she support emotional integration, relational awareness, consciousness-raising and intuitive development.
You may appear to be coping, yet feel inwardly unsettled, grieving, or searching for meaning.
Jill offers integrative psychotherapy drawing on transpersonal, Jungian, relational, cognitive and intuitive approaches. With extensive experience in bereavement, mental illness, neurodivergence and relationships, she support emotional integration, relational awareness, consciousness-raising and intuitive development.
01449 701064 View 01449 701064
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Claire Shaw Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
This could be through a bereavement, or difficulties in a relationship.
Although each person’s situation is unique, some of the many issues I work with include: bereavement and other losses; exploring gender, sex and relationship diversity, and offering an affirming approach to LGBTQ+ clients; chronic illness and disability; relationship issues; the impact of the pandemic and COVID-19.
This could be through a bereavement, or difficulties in a relationship.
Although each person’s situation is unique, some of the many issues I work with include: bereavement and other losses; exploring gender, sex and relationship diversity, and offering an affirming approach to LGBTQ+ clients; chronic illness and disability; relationship issues; the impact of the pandemic and COVID-19.
020 4538 3657 View 020 4538 3657
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Golden Leaf Counselling Services
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
As a mature experienced counsellor also qualified to train others, I can help you with anxiety, depression, bereavement and a host of relationship based problems.
Are you looking for help with anxiety or depression? Is it hard to make sense out of your life and your identity as a male or female?...whether its work, family, or relationship related?...are you willing to work honestly and to be challenged?...you will be hoping for an empathic and non judgemental approach...and will be prepared to focus on how you and I can work together to bring about the changes that you need in your life. Are you open to new ways of working on old problems, even if the journey feels rather scary? You won't be alone in this process. Couples therapy is a specialism and I am also a "male friendly" therapist.
As a mature experienced counsellor also qualified to train others, I can help you with anxiety, depression, bereavement and a host of relationship based problems.
Are you looking for help with anxiety or depression? Is it hard to make sense out of your life and your identity as a male or female?...whether its work, family, or relationship related?...are you willing to work honestly and to be challenged?...you will be hoping for an empathic and non judgemental approach...and will be prepared to focus on how you and I can work together to bring about the changes that you need in your life. Are you open to new ways of working on old problems, even if the journey feels rather scary? You won't be alone in this process. Couples therapy is a specialism and I am also a "male friendly" therapist.
01263 802220 View 01263 802220
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Therapy with Lula
Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I support adults online with grief, loss, relationships and self-esteem.
I know that you, as an individual, have inherent value and you are not 'broken'. I would like for us to explore living alongside your pain, we can honour your past and live in there here-and-now whilst also exploring what your future may look like, if and when you're ready. My education and lived experience means I can understand you on a very human level.
I support adults online with grief, loss, relationships and self-esteem.
I know that you, as an individual, have inherent value and you are not 'broken'. I would like for us to explore living alongside your pain, we can honour your past and live in there here-and-now whilst also exploring what your future may look like, if and when you're ready. My education and lived experience means I can understand you on a very human level.
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Laura Middleton
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Norwich NR1
For my clients experiencing grief, I am beside them gently through the pain of their loss.
If you’re considering counselling, finding the right therapist for you can be daunting. I offer a warm, accepting and non-judgemental space for you to be completely yourself. I will support you to work through what you bring to our sessions and to feel truly listened to. If you’ve been feeling stuck in life, suffering from overthinking, low-self esteem, stress, relationship difficulties, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed - I can help you to better understand yourself and move through difficult times.
For my clients experiencing grief, I am beside them gently through the pain of their loss.
If you’re considering counselling, finding the right therapist for you can be daunting. I offer a warm, accepting and non-judgemental space for you to be completely yourself. I will support you to work through what you bring to our sessions and to feel truly listened to. If you’ve been feeling stuck in life, suffering from overthinking, low-self esteem, stress, relationship difficulties, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed - I can help you to better understand yourself and move through difficult times.
01603 249542 View 01603 249542
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Lauren Roberts
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Norwich NR3
Through counselling we can explore whatever you bring, such as but not limited to trauma, abuse (of all kinds), identity issues, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders & loss.
I'm an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor- which means that I am trained in and draw from the three main schools of thought and tailor my approach to you; not applying any particular method but rather meeting you where you are, and going from there. As there is no one set way of being, I believe there is no one set way of working therapeutically with another, so our therapeutic relationship is important. I offer a free 30 minute consultation to look at what brings you to counselling, any queries you may have, and to see how we 'fit' and how you feel about the prospect of beginning sessions with me.
Through counselling we can explore whatever you bring, such as but not limited to trauma, abuse (of all kinds), identity issues, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders & loss.
I'm an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor- which means that I am trained in and draw from the three main schools of thought and tailor my approach to you; not applying any particular method but rather meeting you where you are, and going from there. As there is no one set way of being, I believe there is no one set way of working therapeutically with another, so our therapeutic relationship is important. I offer a free 30 minute consultation to look at what brings you to counselling, any queries you may have, and to see how we 'fit' and how you feel about the prospect of beginning sessions with me.
01508 505549 View 01508 505549
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Jane Susan Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I have worked along side a local hospice working with loss and bereavement and also a couples and relationship therapist .
Deciding to contact a counsellor can feel overwhelming but as a fully qualified counsellor and member of the BACP (British association for psychotherapy) I work to a professional standard and ethic, supporting you on every step of your journey. I work from my private practice which sits on the Essex and Suffolk border, nestled in the Colne valley offering comfortable confidential consulting rooms with discreet parking . My practice is based on person -centred values offering empathic in-depth support which allows you to explore your feelings, beliefs and emotions in a safe confidential space. Weekly, monthly or ad hoc sessions
I have worked along side a local hospice working with loss and bereavement and also a couples and relationship therapist .
Deciding to contact a counsellor can feel overwhelming but as a fully qualified counsellor and member of the BACP (British association for psychotherapy) I work to a professional standard and ethic, supporting you on every step of your journey. I work from my private practice which sits on the Essex and Suffolk border, nestled in the Colne valley offering comfortable confidential consulting rooms with discreet parking . My practice is based on person -centred values offering empathic in-depth support which allows you to explore your feelings, beliefs and emotions in a safe confidential space. Weekly, monthly or ad hoc sessions
01206 489875 View 01206 489875
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Glenda Wood
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am able to assist you with a wide range of issues such as: stress, anxiety, bereavement, trauma, abuse, self defeating behaviours and addictions, anger, relationship issues, and much more.
I work with all manner of clients/issues and as an integrative counsellor I am able to use a number of different approaches to ensure I can tailor to exactly your personal needs. I am also a fully qualified Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Practitioner, which provides an additional approach to resolving fears and phobias. Reviews available on my website.
I am able to assist you with a wide range of issues such as: stress, anxiety, bereavement, trauma, abuse, self defeating behaviours and addictions, anger, relationship issues, and much more.
I work with all manner of clients/issues and as an integrative counsellor I am able to use a number of different approaches to ensure I can tailor to exactly your personal needs. I am also a fully qualified Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Practitioner, which provides an additional approach to resolving fears and phobias. Reviews available on my website.
07480 533594 View 07480 533594
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Ian Hollis
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Norwich NR6
Whether navigating personal loss, relationship strain, or workplace crisis, we work collaboratively.
Are you maintaining an "I'm OK" image while secretly struggling to hold it all together? If unexpected changes, burnout, or painful events are leaving you feeling anxious, angry, or isolated, you do not have to carry this alone. I specialise in helping you navigate these heavy feelings, providing a safe, confidential space in Norwich or online where you can finally let down your guard.
Whether navigating personal loss, relationship strain, or workplace crisis, we work collaboratively.
Are you maintaining an "I'm OK" image while secretly struggling to hold it all together? If unexpected changes, burnout, or painful events are leaving you feeling anxious, angry, or isolated, you do not have to carry this alone. I specialise in helping you navigate these heavy feelings, providing a safe, confidential space in Norwich or online where you can finally let down your guard.
01603 361984 View 01603 361984
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.