Bereavement Counselling in Nailsworth

Photo of Hege Usborne, UKCP Trainee, Psychotherapist
Hege Usborne
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
Nailsworth GL6
I first sought therapy after the death of my husband from cancer and learned so much -I am in my fourth year of an MA in Humanistic & Integrative Psychotherapy at BCPC.
In our work I will invite you to be curious, to allow deeper feelings to surface and to explore them with me as a reliable, resilient companion. I believe that togerther, allowing our creativity and imagination free rein, we can find a place of calm in the turbulence. A place where you can come to accept things you cannot change, have compassion for your most vulnerable self and hopeful growth towards your true whole self. I work in an integrative style, which means I can draw on different approaches within psychotherapy to build a working alliance personalised to you while also drawing on my own inner responses and felt sense.
I first sought therapy after the death of my husband from cancer and learned so much -I am in my fourth year of an MA in Humanistic & Integrative Psychotherapy at BCPC.
In our work I will invite you to be curious, to allow deeper feelings to surface and to explore them with me as a reliable, resilient companion. I believe that togerther, allowing our creativity and imagination free rein, we can find a place of calm in the turbulence. A place where you can come to accept things you cannot change, have compassion for your most vulnerable self and hopeful growth towards your true whole self. I work in an integrative style, which means I can draw on different approaches within psychotherapy to build a working alliance personalised to you while also drawing on my own inner responses and felt sense.
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Sally Hills
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nailsworth GL6
I offer a safe and confidential space to explore wherever you are in your life. A space to come into relationship with yourself. I offer weekly sessions in person in the Nailsworth and Stroud area. I also offer some online sessions. I work with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, loss and other areas of the human experience
I offer a safe and confidential space to explore wherever you are in your life. A space to come into relationship with yourself. I offer weekly sessions in person in the Nailsworth and Stroud area. I also offer some online sessions. I work with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, loss and other areas of the human experience
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Matthew I.m Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nailsworth GL6
I specialise in helping people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, particularly those dealing with grief, loss, anxiety, or relationship challenges.
I’m Matt, a qualified counsellor. In a world that often feels turbulent, it makes sense to feel overwhelmed and stuck. You might be facing significant loss, struggling with anxiety, or dealing with challenges in your relationships. You’re not just looking for relief; you seek a deeper connection to yourself and your life. You want to feel more at ease and cultivate a sense of peace and clarity. Your goal is to navigate difficult emotions, discover authentic ways of being, and ultimately find the support needed to reconnect with your true self. You deserve to feel supported and understood as you navigate this journey.
I specialise in helping people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, particularly those dealing with grief, loss, anxiety, or relationship challenges.
I’m Matt, a qualified counsellor. In a world that often feels turbulent, it makes sense to feel overwhelmed and stuck. You might be facing significant loss, struggling with anxiety, or dealing with challenges in your relationships. You’re not just looking for relief; you seek a deeper connection to yourself and your life. You want to feel more at ease and cultivate a sense of peace and clarity. Your goal is to navigate difficult emotions, discover authentic ways of being, and ultimately find the support needed to reconnect with your true self. You deserve to feel supported and understood as you navigate this journey.
01453 703534 View 01453 703534
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Bonnie Grotjahn
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Nailsworth GL6
You might be in crisis: a relationship breakdown, sudden news of the death of a loved one or an illness, a work loss, or at an emotional or spiritual crossroads. Or you may generally have the feeling that your life isn't all you'd like it to be - you feel stuck, aren't living up to your potential or feeling as fulfilled or happy as you would like. Either way, you can be supported to navigate successfully through the very choppy waters of crisis - or the fog of confusion or uncertainty. You don't have to go it alone! You may well emerge from the other side a stronger and happier person than you ever thought possible.
You might be in crisis: a relationship breakdown, sudden news of the death of a loved one or an illness, a work loss, or at an emotional or spiritual crossroads. Or you may generally have the feeling that your life isn't all you'd like it to be - you feel stuck, aren't living up to your potential or feeling as fulfilled or happy as you would like. Either way, you can be supported to navigate successfully through the very choppy waters of crisis - or the fog of confusion or uncertainty. You don't have to go it alone! You may well emerge from the other side a stronger and happier person than you ever thought possible.
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Helen Fenton: Face-to-Face & Online Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nailsworth GL6
You may be finding it difficult to cope, and feel alone? You may be struggling after a trauma or bereavement, separation, or with ill-health? Or maybe feel that your life is stuck, or lacking purpose? At times like these, counselling offers a space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, with someone who will strive to understand without judgement, & help you make sense of your feelings, find clarity, or make decisions. I offer all my clients Empathy, Congruence, and Unconditional Positive Regard. I also offer play, sand-tray, art and creative therapies to my younger clients. Home visits are available.
You may be finding it difficult to cope, and feel alone? You may be struggling after a trauma or bereavement, separation, or with ill-health? Or maybe feel that your life is stuck, or lacking purpose? At times like these, counselling offers a space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, with someone who will strive to understand without judgement, & help you make sense of your feelings, find clarity, or make decisions. I offer all my clients Empathy, Congruence, and Unconditional Positive Regard. I also offer play, sand-tray, art and creative therapies to my younger clients. Home visits are available.
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Rodger Cuddington
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Nailsworth GL6
I offer a reliable, confidential and non-judgmental space to help you explore your inner thoughts and feelings and support you in times of transition, distress and emotional need. We all have the right to be heard and seen, sometimes we can get stuck along the journey of life and encounter challenging thoughts and emotions. Counselling is a hard journey but there is freedom in living authentically and being your true self. I offer counselling sessions face-to-face, online and via telephone and there is no minimum or maximum limit on sessions, full autonomy is given.
I offer a reliable, confidential and non-judgmental space to help you explore your inner thoughts and feelings and support you in times of transition, distress and emotional need. We all have the right to be heard and seen, sometimes we can get stuck along the journey of life and encounter challenging thoughts and emotions. Counselling is a hard journey but there is freedom in living authentically and being your true self. I offer counselling sessions face-to-face, online and via telephone and there is no minimum or maximum limit on sessions, full autonomy is given.
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Julia Godden
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nailsworth GL6
Welcome, You might want specific or general support, I can help. You could be feeling anxious, alone, grieving? Struggling through relationships or change? Seeking therapy, comes down to painful or confusing experiences that might feel intolerable and distressing. You want to feel better, make sense of things and find a way forward with more hope. Non judgemental, collaborative and empathic support will aid you in this process to make the steps for living more fully and authentically. In our work we look at making meaning, manage more effectively, creating a change you seek. Get in touch, I'd love to hear more support your needs.
Welcome, You might want specific or general support, I can help. You could be feeling anxious, alone, grieving? Struggling through relationships or change? Seeking therapy, comes down to painful or confusing experiences that might feel intolerable and distressing. You want to feel better, make sense of things and find a way forward with more hope. Non judgemental, collaborative and empathic support will aid you in this process to make the steps for living more fully and authentically. In our work we look at making meaning, manage more effectively, creating a change you seek. Get in touch, I'd love to hear more support your needs.
01453 707378 View 01453 707378
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Luke Brownlee-Williams
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Nailsworth GL6
Counselling is a place to explore our thoughts, feelings and emotions. A chance to explore our life direction. An opportunity to pause and understand where we are and what is happening in our lives right now. It is a place to explore past and present events or traumas and a space to speak out loud thoughts that had previously been unspeakable.
Counselling is a place to explore our thoughts, feelings and emotions. A chance to explore our life direction. An opportunity to pause and understand where we are and what is happening in our lives right now. It is a place to explore past and present events or traumas and a space to speak out loud thoughts that had previously been unspeakable.
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Dave Fussell
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nailsworth GL6
I work very openly with my clients and believe the most important thing is to build a good relationship between counsellor and client, a relationship where you can feel secure, accepted, and heard. Through this relationship, awareness of how we feel  can be found and with that  a healthier way of managing our behaviours can be found.
I work very openly with my clients and believe the most important thing is to build a good relationship between counsellor and client, a relationship where you can feel secure, accepted, and heard. Through this relationship, awareness of how we feel  can be found and with that  a healthier way of managing our behaviours can be found.
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Phil Turner Psychosynthesis Guide
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Nailsworth GL6
Not as sure of yourself as you used to be, not feeling good about how your life or relationships have turned out, yearning for something but not sure what that is or just recognising that you no longer want to put up with the feelings, thoughts or that way your body feels. These kinds of experiences are a part what it is to be human and when we're ready to change, it's good to have help. With me its a collaborative effort in which I learn about you and you find out more about yourself; what you want, what's blocking that and how you might resolve those blocks, make changes and realise more of your potential.
Not as sure of yourself as you used to be, not feeling good about how your life or relationships have turned out, yearning for something but not sure what that is or just recognising that you no longer want to put up with the feelings, thoughts or that way your body feels. These kinds of experiences are a part what it is to be human and when we're ready to change, it's good to have help. With me its a collaborative effort in which I learn about you and you find out more about yourself; what you want, what's blocking that and how you might resolve those blocks, make changes and realise more of your potential.
01453 707198 View 01453 707198
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Liz Beasant
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nailsworth GL6
Sometimes our experiences can feel like too much to cope with, and often the bravest thing we can do, is ask for help. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed and need a place of calm to be with your thoughts and feelings. If you are looking for a safe space to talk freely, without judgement, then you may have just found it.
Sometimes our experiences can feel like too much to cope with, and often the bravest thing we can do, is ask for help. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed and need a place of calm to be with your thoughts and feelings. If you are looking for a safe space to talk freely, without judgement, then you may have just found it.
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Hayley Carmichael
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nailsworth GL6  (Online Only)
You may need a space that feels neutral and safe to talk about things that you have never talked about before; to talk to someone who is there to fully listen to you with no distractions or agenda. Many clients say they just want to be able to find their joy again and know themselves better. Sometimes life can feel a bit in limbo and a change of direction feels hard to navigate, talking about this can help break that limbo and bring about the changes you want to see for yourself. Or perhaps circumstances feel overwhelming and you need some room to consider what's going on and where you go next. No reason is too small for therapy.
You may need a space that feels neutral and safe to talk about things that you have never talked about before; to talk to someone who is there to fully listen to you with no distractions or agenda. Many clients say they just want to be able to find their joy again and know themselves better. Sometimes life can feel a bit in limbo and a change of direction feels hard to navigate, talking about this can help break that limbo and bring about the changes you want to see for yourself. Or perhaps circumstances feel overwhelming and you need some room to consider what's going on and where you go next. No reason is too small for therapy.
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Louise Elizabeth Ayling
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Stroud GL5
Working with a range of issues including; attachment related issues, trauma, bereavement & loss, complex grief, addiction issues, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, long covid, low self esteem, infertility.
Are you struggling to resolve current issues that are creating difficulties in your life and not sure where to turn? I offer a supportive and compassionate safe space for you to talk through and explore your feelings, helping you to find your way to healing and making the positive changes that you seek. Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, narcissistic abuse, addiction issues, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, infertility, Long Covid, please contact me so that I can offer you a calming, comforting and confidential Initial Consultation Session to discuss the problems you are facing.
Working with a range of issues including; attachment related issues, trauma, bereavement & loss, complex grief, addiction issues, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, long covid, low self esteem, infertility.
Are you struggling to resolve current issues that are creating difficulties in your life and not sure where to turn? I offer a supportive and compassionate safe space for you to talk through and explore your feelings, helping you to find your way to healing and making the positive changes that you seek. Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, narcissistic abuse, addiction issues, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, infertility, Long Covid, please contact me so that I can offer you a calming, comforting and confidential Initial Consultation Session to discuss the problems you are facing.
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Debbie Thomas
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stroud GL5
Taking the first step to explore your feelings or navigate life’s challenges is a brave decision. As an integrative counsellor based in Gloucester, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for face-to-face, online, or telephone sessions. Life is unpredictable, and having someone neutral and empathetic to talk to can make a significant difference. I am here to support you in making new decisions, choices, and changes to improve how you feel. My experience includes working with anxiety, depression, work-related stress, redundancy, bereavement, and relationship issues.
Taking the first step to explore your feelings or navigate life’s challenges is a brave decision. As an integrative counsellor based in Gloucester, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for face-to-face, online, or telephone sessions. Life is unpredictable, and having someone neutral and empathetic to talk to can make a significant difference. I am here to support you in making new decisions, choices, and changes to improve how you feel. My experience includes working with anxiety, depression, work-related stress, redundancy, bereavement, and relationship issues.
01452 923069 View 01452 923069
Photo of Fiona Ryan, MA, MBACP, Counsellor
Fiona Ryan
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stroud GL5
If you are struggling with feelings of low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, depression or bereavement or if you are having problems in your relationships at home or at work, counselling might be able to help you to make important changes in your life. Counselling provides a special therapeutic relationship where you will not be judged and where you will be given the respect and empathy that is needed for you to truly express yourself. Without providing advice, instructions or directions I aim to empower my clients so that they can work towards a happier future.
If you are struggling with feelings of low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, depression or bereavement or if you are having problems in your relationships at home or at work, counselling might be able to help you to make important changes in your life. Counselling provides a special therapeutic relationship where you will not be judged and where you will be given the respect and empathy that is needed for you to truly express yourself. Without providing advice, instructions or directions I aim to empower my clients so that they can work towards a happier future.
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Libbet Paravicini
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Stroud GL5
I have experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, abuse, self-harm, eating disorders, low self esteem, relationship issues and bereavement.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Most people have experienced anxiety, stress or low moods at some point and often try to struggle through alone. Seeking professional help can feel daunting and takes courage to make that first call. I work with genuine care and empathy and offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment for you to explore what's troubling you with complete confidentiality.
I have experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, abuse, self-harm, eating disorders, low self esteem, relationship issues and bereavement.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Most people have experienced anxiety, stress or low moods at some point and often try to struggle through alone. Seeking professional help can feel daunting and takes courage to make that first call. I work with genuine care and empathy and offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment for you to explore what's troubling you with complete confidentiality.
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Photo of Tina Rebecca Palmer, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Tina Rebecca Palmer
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Stroud GL6
I offer personalised Counselling for individuals, children and families, I specialise in helping clients with anxiety, grief, childhood trauma and family/relationship issues.
Life can feel overwhelming, stressful and sometimes just really really hard. You may begin to think and feel as though you've lost your spark, you may start to notice the physical effects of stress on your body. Maybe life feels mundane, are you finding yourself reacting to the world in a way that doesn't feel like you? If this sounds like you, please get in touch for information on the support I can provide, I'm happy to answer any questions you may have.
I offer personalised Counselling for individuals, children and families, I specialise in helping clients with anxiety, grief, childhood trauma and family/relationship issues.
Life can feel overwhelming, stressful and sometimes just really really hard. You may begin to think and feel as though you've lost your spark, you may start to notice the physical effects of stress on your body. Maybe life feels mundane, are you finding yourself reacting to the world in a way that doesn't feel like you? If this sounds like you, please get in touch for information on the support I can provide, I'm happy to answer any questions you may have.
01453 707409 View 01453 707409
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Katie Bifulco Dip. Couns Mbacp
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Stroud GL5  (Online Only)
It can be hard to ask for help when life feels challenging and sometimes it’s difficult to know what to do next or who to talk to. I can provide a professional and safe environment in which I will endeavour to listen to you without judgement. I have experience helping people who have trauma, depression/anxiety, post-natal depression, relationship issues, burnout, work issues, fertility issues and loss and bereavement. I also have experience with Neurodiversity, Autism, EUPD and ADHD. I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and currently work online. I am based in Gloucestershire, England.
It can be hard to ask for help when life feels challenging and sometimes it’s difficult to know what to do next or who to talk to. I can provide a professional and safe environment in which I will endeavour to listen to you without judgement. I have experience helping people who have trauma, depression/anxiety, post-natal depression, relationship issues, burnout, work issues, fertility issues and loss and bereavement. I also have experience with Neurodiversity, Autism, EUPD and ADHD. I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and currently work online. I am based in Gloucestershire, England.
01452 934580 View 01452 934580
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Lara Piper
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Stroud GL5
People take the step to seek therapy for many reasons. Perhaps you are experiencing feelings of anxiety, overwhelm or depression. You may be facing a dilemma, feeling stuck or lacking a sense of purpose or direction in life. Often people will come because they are struggling with relationship or family issues that feel hard to resolve. A traumatic event, loss or life-stage crisis might lead you to look for professional support. Maybe fears and unhelpful behaviours are limiting your life.
People take the step to seek therapy for many reasons. Perhaps you are experiencing feelings of anxiety, overwhelm or depression. You may be facing a dilemma, feeling stuck or lacking a sense of purpose or direction in life. Often people will come because they are struggling with relationship or family issues that feel hard to resolve. A traumatic event, loss or life-stage crisis might lead you to look for professional support. Maybe fears and unhelpful behaviours are limiting your life.
01453 703526 View 01453 703526
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Beehive Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stroud GL5
If you are experiencing inner turmoil, challenges with relationships or dealing with loss, I can offer you a safe and supportive environment to help you understand the roots of your difficulties. We can try and make sense of the past and how it affects your life today. Gaining insights into the reasons for your issues will develop your capacity to cope with current and future difficulties; to gain the self care tools you need for lasting change.
If you are experiencing inner turmoil, challenges with relationships or dealing with loss, I can offer you a safe and supportive environment to help you understand the roots of your difficulties. We can try and make sense of the past and how it affects your life today. Gaining insights into the reasons for your issues will develop your capacity to cope with current and future difficulties; to gain the self care tools you need for lasting change.
01594 808761 View 01594 808761

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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.