Bereavement Counselling in Mackworth

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Josie Nicholson
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Currently 18 Years in Practice. Being human is mostly hard and life can be cruel. We see it time and time again. Bad things happen to good people, and we suffer. Each and every one of us at some point in our lives, finds ourselves lost and stuck. We can get depressed, anxious, angry, defensive and frightened. We can often avoid the things that bring us pain and as time goes on that list gets longer and longer and our life can feel smaller and smaller. Reaching out for help can be the hardest first step, but it's also the bravest and will prove to be one of the best decisions you will make for yourself.
Currently 18 Years in Practice. Being human is mostly hard and life can be cruel. We see it time and time again. Bad things happen to good people, and we suffer. Each and every one of us at some point in our lives, finds ourselves lost and stuck. We can get depressed, anxious, angry, defensive and frightened. We can often avoid the things that bring us pain and as time goes on that list gets longer and longer and our life can feel smaller and smaller. Reaching out for help can be the hardest first step, but it's also the bravest and will prove to be one of the best decisions you will make for yourself.
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Dawn White - Relationship Living
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
As a sex and relationship therapist I aim to provide an open space where people can discuss, and explore their intimate concerns and experiences in a non judgemental way. I work with both couples, individuals and multiple partnered people, whilst honouring all sexual orientations and practices. People that are experiencing sexual, emotional or deeper relationship issues, such as high conflict or are separated contact me to explore and understand what they can change and control, and also what patterns are repeating in their relationships. I am a sex positive therapist and have over 20 years extensive experience as a therapist.
As a sex and relationship therapist I aim to provide an open space where people can discuss, and explore their intimate concerns and experiences in a non judgemental way. I work with both couples, individuals and multiple partnered people, whilst honouring all sexual orientations and practices. People that are experiencing sexual, emotional or deeper relationship issues, such as high conflict or are separated contact me to explore and understand what they can change and control, and also what patterns are repeating in their relationships. I am a sex positive therapist and have over 20 years extensive experience as a therapist.
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Ash-Tree Counselling Service
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Over the years, I’ve gained particular expertise in helping individuals and couples supporting people through depression, anxiety, PTSD, bereavement, relationship and family issues, chronic health conditions and times of deep struggle.
I specialise in helping couples reconnect and supporting individuals impacted by trauma or sexual abuse. Together, we’ll work towards healing, stronger relationships and a renewed sense of self.
Over the years, I’ve gained particular expertise in helping individuals and couples supporting people through depression, anxiety, PTSD, bereavement, relationship and family issues, chronic health conditions and times of deep struggle.
I specialise in helping couples reconnect and supporting individuals impacted by trauma or sexual abuse. Together, we’ll work towards healing, stronger relationships and a renewed sense of self.
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Friar Gate Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
I am Miricia, an experienced, fully qualified BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist. I have many years' experience in the mental health field along with formal training that provides me with a solid foundation to practice as an integrative counsellor. I have worked in private practise, businesses, charities, schools and have also featured on BBC Radio Two. In addition to my private practice I have experience in various mental health settings, having worked in the mental health field for the NHS in London, and as a counsellor for various employee assistance programmes and voluntary community counselling services.
I am Miricia, an experienced, fully qualified BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist. I have many years' experience in the mental health field along with formal training that provides me with a solid foundation to practice as an integrative counsellor. I have worked in private practise, businesses, charities, schools and have also featured on BBC Radio Two. In addition to my private practice I have experience in various mental health settings, having worked in the mental health field for the NHS in London, and as a counsellor for various employee assistance programmes and voluntary community counselling services.
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Reflective Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I offer a relaxed, genuine, and down-to-earth counselling space where you can show up exactly as you are. My style is informal, authentic, and conversational, creating a safe and non-judgemental environment where you can speak openly and feel heard. I work collaboratively at your pace, supporting people with anxiety, stress, low mood, overwhelm, relationships, self-esteem, DV, SA and life challenges. Sessions are supportive, honest, and human, helping you gain clarity, process emotions, and feel more connected to yourself without pressure or judgement.
I offer a relaxed, genuine, and down-to-earth counselling space where you can show up exactly as you are. My style is informal, authentic, and conversational, creating a safe and non-judgemental environment where you can speak openly and feel heard. I work collaboratively at your pace, supporting people with anxiety, stress, low mood, overwhelm, relationships, self-esteem, DV, SA and life challenges. Sessions are supportive, honest, and human, helping you gain clarity, process emotions, and feel more connected to yourself without pressure or judgement.
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Jordan Jones
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
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.
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Wilma Agatha Asghar
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I am a qualified Person Centred Counsellor. I offer telephone and online sessions. Counselling is the opportunity to sort your thoughts; to work out what you really feel, the space to consider your options, and decide what you feel is best for you. People come for various reasons, but all wish; to be heard, understood, feel better and find ways to enjoy their life. Revert Muslim? As a fellow Revert, i know, making massive changes to your life, faith, and community is a big step. If feeling overwhelmed, lonely, or have relationships to manage. Together, we can build a happy, well rounded life honouring your journey.
I am a qualified Person Centred Counsellor. I offer telephone and online sessions. Counselling is the opportunity to sort your thoughts; to work out what you really feel, the space to consider your options, and decide what you feel is best for you. People come for various reasons, but all wish; to be heard, understood, feel better and find ways to enjoy their life. Revert Muslim? As a fellow Revert, i know, making massive changes to your life, faith, and community is a big step. If feeling overwhelmed, lonely, or have relationships to manage. Together, we can build a happy, well rounded life honouring your journey.
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Kay Winters
Counsellor, MBACP
I specialise in grief work, whether it's the death of a loved one, loss of a relationship, self or financial security.
Are you feeling alone, unheard or misunderstood? Maybe you feel anxious, angry, or hurt. Do you feel as though no one is there for you or listens to how you are feeling? Maybe you have tried to speak to friends and family but they either just don't get it or tell you what you should or shouldn't be doing and the conversation shifts to their problems. When was the last time someone really sat with you and gave you their undivided attention to talk about how YOU are feeling? What would it feel like to truly be heard and understood? To be able to express how you feel without the worry of being judged or fear of upsetting someone?
I specialise in grief work, whether it's the death of a loved one, loss of a relationship, self or financial security.
Are you feeling alone, unheard or misunderstood? Maybe you feel anxious, angry, or hurt. Do you feel as though no one is there for you or listens to how you are feeling? Maybe you have tried to speak to friends and family but they either just don't get it or tell you what you should or shouldn't be doing and the conversation shifts to their problems. When was the last time someone really sat with you and gave you their undivided attention to talk about how YOU are feeling? What would it feel like to truly be heard and understood? To be able to express how you feel without the worry of being judged or fear of upsetting someone?
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Peter Ashby
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
1 Endorsed
Hi there and welcome to my profile, I know how difficult the process of finding a right therapist can be, I'll keep things brief. Do you find yourself constantly masking and adapting to others or putting their needs ahead of your own to feel accepted? Do you find it difficult to speak up about what you may want from or how to feel confident in relationships? Do you may feel stuck between wanting connection and fearing rejection? If so, you are not alone, I find that when people may report feeling unseen, misunderstood, there may be feelings of awkwardness and disconnection with others and you may struggle to ask for what you want.
Hi there and welcome to my profile, I know how difficult the process of finding a right therapist can be, I'll keep things brief. Do you find yourself constantly masking and adapting to others or putting their needs ahead of your own to feel accepted? Do you find it difficult to speak up about what you may want from or how to feel confident in relationships? Do you may feel stuck between wanting connection and fearing rejection? If so, you are not alone, I find that when people may report feeling unseen, misunderstood, there may be feelings of awkwardness and disconnection with others and you may struggle to ask for what you want.
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The Eden Practice
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
I have a great deal of experience in counselling for extreme and persistent low-mood, often referred to as anxiety and/or depression, and ultimately a loss of self - who you are.
Expressing your thoughts and feelings in confidence, and with someone who can ensure a caring and empathetic space is empowering.  Making changes is not easy, and that is precisely why I engage a very human approach to a number of models of talking therapies.
I have a great deal of experience in counselling for extreme and persistent low-mood, often referred to as anxiety and/or depression, and ultimately a loss of self - who you are.
Expressing your thoughts and feelings in confidence, and with someone who can ensure a caring and empathetic space is empowering.  Making changes is not easy, and that is precisely why I engage a very human approach to a number of models of talking therapies.
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Mikaila Anne Jabanda
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Maybe anxiety, trauma, grief, workplace stress, or messy relationship patterns are showing up at the worst times.
I help you make sense of past experiences that still feel loud in daily life. Using CBT, we explore the thoughts and patterns that keep you stuck, whether it’s anxiety, trauma, grief or workplace stress, and build tools you can actually use. I also support people through the messy parts of grief when others think you should have moved on.
Maybe anxiety, trauma, grief, workplace stress, or messy relationship patterns are showing up at the worst times.
I help you make sense of past experiences that still feel loud in daily life. Using CBT, we explore the thoughts and patterns that keep you stuck, whether it’s anxiety, trauma, grief or workplace stress, and build tools you can actually use. I also support people through the messy parts of grief when others think you should have moved on.
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Rhianna Jupp
Counsellor, BACP
3 Endorsed
Experiencing the loss of a parent in childhood shaped my path into counselling.
Many of the people I work with feel weighed down by constant worry, low mood, or the sense that they’re just not being heard or understood. You might notice your thoughts and emotions are affecting your work, relationships, and ability to cope day-to-day. I’m here to offer a calm, welcoming space where you can feel safe to share what’s on your mind – without judgment or pressure. Together, we’ll explore what’s going on for you, and I’ll walk alongside you as you begin to find ways forward that feel authentic and manageable for you.
Experiencing the loss of a parent in childhood shaped my path into counselling.
Many of the people I work with feel weighed down by constant worry, low mood, or the sense that they’re just not being heard or understood. You might notice your thoughts and emotions are affecting your work, relationships, and ability to cope day-to-day. I’m here to offer a calm, welcoming space where you can feel safe to share what’s on your mind – without judgment or pressure. Together, we’ll explore what’s going on for you, and I’ll walk alongside you as you begin to find ways forward that feel authentic and manageable for you.
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Dandelions Bereavement Support
Counsellor, PsychD, MNCPS Acc.
Derby DE22
At Dandelions we know what it is like when your whole world is turned upside down by the loss of a loved one.
Our warm and empathetic counsellors have many years experience in working with people grieving the loss of someone important to them. We can be there to listen to and encourage you, sit with you in your sadness and educate you on what grief can look like.
At Dandelions we know what it is like when your whole world is turned upside down by the loss of a loved one.
Our warm and empathetic counsellors have many years experience in working with people grieving the loss of someone important to them. We can be there to listen to and encourage you, sit with you in your sadness and educate you on what grief can look like.
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Edwina Jackson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
I’m here for when you just want to talk to someone who listens without judgement. No problem, worry or issue is too large for me, you only need to take that first scary step in telephoning, texting or emailing me. Whether you are feeling anxious or depressed, worried about something or someone, angry, sad or suicidal, talking can help.
I’m here for when you just want to talk to someone who listens without judgement. No problem, worry or issue is too large for me, you only need to take that first scary step in telephoning, texting or emailing me. Whether you are feeling anxious or depressed, worried about something or someone, angry, sad or suicidal, talking can help.
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Blossom Tree Therapy - Sarah Legg
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Derby DE22
I’ve also worked with children coping with bereavement.
I’m a qualified Level 7 Counsellor and Physiotherapist offering a calm, comfortable space in my Allestree home. If you’re facing a difficult time, counselling can help you make sense of your thoughts and feelings. I offer integrative, individual therapy for all ages, online or face to face, short or long term. My approach is compassionate and non‑judgemental, helping you explore emotions, build resilience, and reconnect with yourself.
I’ve also worked with children coping with bereavement.
I’m a qualified Level 7 Counsellor and Physiotherapist offering a calm, comfortable space in my Allestree home. If you’re facing a difficult time, counselling can help you make sense of your thoughts and feelings. I offer integrative, individual therapy for all ages, online or face to face, short or long term. My approach is compassionate and non‑judgemental, helping you explore emotions, build resilience, and reconnect with yourself.
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Kolsoma Begum
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
I am a registered and UKCP accredited psychotherapist offering in-person therapy and support to adults and couples local to Walsall, Birmingham and surrounding areas. I also offer online video sessions for clients situated throughout UK and abroad. I have experience in supporting couples and vulnerable adults which offers me deep insights into the complexities of mental health. I have many years of experience working ex-service members and veterans dealing with trauma and reintegration into civilian life, which can bring unique challenges. Working with trauma provides a strong foundation to help individuals to rebuild their lives.
I am a registered and UKCP accredited psychotherapist offering in-person therapy and support to adults and couples local to Walsall, Birmingham and surrounding areas. I also offer online video sessions for clients situated throughout UK and abroad. I have experience in supporting couples and vulnerable adults which offers me deep insights into the complexities of mental health. I have many years of experience working ex-service members and veterans dealing with trauma and reintegration into civilian life, which can bring unique challenges. Working with trauma provides a strong foundation to help individuals to rebuild their lives.
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Joe Barratt
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
Coming into therapy can feel daunting, with worries about being judged, misunderstood, or not knowing what to say. You might be seeking support for anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship challenges or simply want to understand yourself better. Therapy can help you gain insight, understand patterns, develop coping strategies, and build confidence, self-compassion, and resilience to navigate life’s challenges more effectively.
Coming into therapy can feel daunting, with worries about being judged, misunderstood, or not knowing what to say. You might be seeking support for anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship challenges or simply want to understand yourself better. Therapy can help you gain insight, understand patterns, develop coping strategies, and build confidence, self-compassion, and resilience to navigate life’s challenges more effectively.
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Cathy Brittain
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
3 Endorsed
Derby DE72
We all experience loss and difficulties along the way but sometimes those things can feel unmanageable or overwhelming.
Depending on your needs and preferences we may work 'top-down', re-evaluating current coping strategies and enabling you to live more closely in line with your values. A 'bottom-up' approach tends to be more appropriate when working with trauma and involves establishing safety before encouraging closer connection to emotions and somatic sensations.
We all experience loss and difficulties along the way but sometimes those things can feel unmanageable or overwhelming.
Depending on your needs and preferences we may work 'top-down', re-evaluating current coping strategies and enabling you to live more closely in line with your values. A 'bottom-up' approach tends to be more appropriate when working with trauma and involves establishing safety before encouraging closer connection to emotions and somatic sensations.
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Sacha Jackson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Within my counselling work, I have a particular interest in supporting individuals and families navigating life-limiting illness, anticipated loss, and end-of-life experiences, working with the complexity of grief before loss has occurred and supporting clients facing uncertainty, shifting identities and the emotional realities of living alongside loss.
I provide a safe, confidential environment to explore emotional difficulties which may be causing distress or imbalance. I work face to face, online and via telephone since 2006. I have experience of working with complex issues, how they impact and affect capacity to function healthily whilst also recognising harmful patterns and maladaptive behaviour. Throughout my practice i have offered therapeutic support in a variety of professional settings including education, charities and private practice, working with a diverse client base encouraging inclusivity and accessibility for marginalised communities.
Within my counselling work, I have a particular interest in supporting individuals and families navigating life-limiting illness, anticipated loss, and end-of-life experiences, working with the complexity of grief before loss has occurred and supporting clients facing uncertainty, shifting identities and the emotional realities of living alongside loss.
I provide a safe, confidential environment to explore emotional difficulties which may be causing distress or imbalance. I work face to face, online and via telephone since 2006. I have experience of working with complex issues, how they impact and affect capacity to function healthily whilst also recognising harmful patterns and maladaptive behaviour. Throughout my practice i have offered therapeutic support in a variety of professional settings including education, charities and private practice, working with a diverse client base encouraging inclusivity and accessibility for marginalised communities.
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Natalie Jane Brayford
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Hi, I'm Natalie. I am a BACP registered Counsellor with a MSc in Counselling Psychology. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness, it's a sign of strength and I am here to help. I am friendly and down to earth and offer a 20 minute free telephone consultation, we can have a chat and you can use this time to ask any questions, as I know how daunting counselling can be.
Hi, I'm Natalie. I am a BACP registered Counsellor with a MSc in Counselling Psychology. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness, it's a sign of strength and I am here to help. I am friendly and down to earth and offer a 20 minute free telephone consultation, we can have a chat and you can use this time to ask any questions, as I know how daunting counselling can be.
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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.