Bereavement Counselling in Oxford
Seeking Psychotherapy takes courage. There may be a particular issue or challenge that you are facing, or you may just be feeling that things are not quite right. Perhaps you feel that you are not fulfilling your potential and living the life you had hoped. There may be some long standing patterns of behaviour or recurring blocks that you keep coming up against. Core Process Psychotherapy provides compassionate holding for difficult feelings and offers us the opportunity to look for more space, clarity and balance and in our lives.
Seeking Psychotherapy takes courage. There may be a particular issue or challenge that you are facing, or you may just be feeling that things are not quite right. Perhaps you feel that you are not fulfilling your potential and living the life you had hoped. There may be some long standing patterns of behaviour or recurring blocks that you keep coming up against. Core Process Psychotherapy provides compassionate holding for difficult feelings and offers us the opportunity to look for more space, clarity and balance and in our lives.
I support individuals and couples facing various life challenges, such as anxiety, bereavement (including pets), depression, the effects of trauma, low self-esteem, migration, relationship struggles, sexuality, study, and work stress, in making positive changes that align with their desires.
I studied Humanistic counselling, and I continue to learn as new information and therapeutic approaches emerge constantly. My work is always aligned with the clients’ needs, and we check its effectiveness in regular reviews.
I support individuals and couples facing various life challenges, such as anxiety, bereavement (including pets), depression, the effects of trauma, low self-esteem, migration, relationship struggles, sexuality, study, and work stress, in making positive changes that align with their desires.
I studied Humanistic counselling, and I continue to learn as new information and therapeutic approaches emerge constantly. My work is always aligned with the clients’ needs, and we check its effectiveness in regular reviews.
Sherene specialises in working with relationship issues and bereavement.
Are you tired of going around the same old mountain? Counselling could be the first step in you experiencing the change you desire.
Sherene specialises in working with relationship issues and bereavement.
Are you tired of going around the same old mountain? Counselling could be the first step in you experiencing the change you desire.
It is my belief that we all have very unique and individual reasons and circumstances surrounding our issues and that taking the step to share them with someone else can be intimidating. Which is why I am open to working in a non-judgemental way, with anyone who feels they want to share their thoughts and feelings in a safe and nurturing environment. I offer face to face or online video counselling via Zoom because I realise that not everyone wants to be in the same room as their therapist or are able to travel.
It is my belief that we all have very unique and individual reasons and circumstances surrounding our issues and that taking the step to share them with someone else can be intimidating. Which is why I am open to working in a non-judgemental way, with anyone who feels they want to share their thoughts and feelings in a safe and nurturing environment. I offer face to face or online video counselling via Zoom because I realise that not everyone wants to be in the same room as their therapist or are able to travel.
I work with chronic shame, loss, grief, self-acceptance struggles, personal crises, painful emotions, and relationship difficulties.
Schema Therapy is my main approach. It helps adults understand and change long-standing emotional and relationship patterns. I also support clients with ADHD-related difficulties, including overwhelm, disorganisation, procrastination, emotional regulation, and the self-doubt that often comes with them.
I work with chronic shame, loss, grief, self-acceptance struggles, personal crises, painful emotions, and relationship difficulties.
Schema Therapy is my main approach. It helps adults understand and change long-standing emotional and relationship patterns. I also support clients with ADHD-related difficulties, including overwhelm, disorganisation, procrastination, emotional regulation, and the self-doubt that often comes with them.
I offer counselling for individuals and I am also a certified Imago relationship therapist, trained to work with couples and family members. I offer you a safe, confidential space to explore those difficult moments in your life. My work reflects three core beliefs: Being genuine, so you can successfully explore the issues that have brought you to seek help. Being accepting and empathic, giving you the opportunity to increase your self-understanding. Providing a non-judgmental and safe place to share your experiences as we work together. I am warm and understanding towards others. I am also a broad-minded Counsellor.
I offer counselling for individuals and I am also a certified Imago relationship therapist, trained to work with couples and family members. I offer you a safe, confidential space to explore those difficult moments in your life. My work reflects three core beliefs: Being genuine, so you can successfully explore the issues that have brought you to seek help. Being accepting and empathic, giving you the opportunity to increase your self-understanding. Providing a non-judgmental and safe place to share your experiences as we work together. I am warm and understanding towards others. I am also a broad-minded Counsellor.
My work is focused on, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, bereavement and traumatic loss, relationship and family conflict, childhood trauma, infertility and IVF (BICA member), miscarriage, and menopause.
My style is calm and collaborative. I'll listen to you, following where you want to go in our sessions, whether that's the present, past or the future. Bringing understanding to the patterns that are sustaining you and those habits that are holding you back. I believe we all have the potential to change and grow and to be able to live a more fulfilled life.
My work is focused on, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, bereavement and traumatic loss, relationship and family conflict, childhood trauma, infertility and IVF (BICA member), miscarriage, and menopause.
My style is calm and collaborative. I'll listen to you, following where you want to go in our sessions, whether that's the present, past or the future. Bringing understanding to the patterns that are sustaining you and those habits that are holding you back. I believe we all have the potential to change and grow and to be able to live a more fulfilled life.
My areas of interest include loss, bereavement, life stage changes, neurodivergence, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, anxiety and depression, navigating long-term health conditions and issues with self-esteem & self-confidence.
Being human is uniquely challenging. Unexpected (& even expected!) life events, our individual experiences and changes in our personal lives can impact us more than we know. We become quite skilled at developing both helpful and not-so-helpful coping strategies. These work for some time. Until they don't. That's when we may need help to understand and make sense of what we've been dealing with.
That's where I come in! We'll work together to understand your unique situation and what you want to change. The hope is that together, we'll help you get back on track and feel like a better version of yourself.
My areas of interest include loss, bereavement, life stage changes, neurodivergence, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, anxiety and depression, navigating long-term health conditions and issues with self-esteem & self-confidence.
Being human is uniquely challenging. Unexpected (& even expected!) life events, our individual experiences and changes in our personal lives can impact us more than we know. We become quite skilled at developing both helpful and not-so-helpful coping strategies. These work for some time. Until they don't. That's when we may need help to understand and make sense of what we've been dealing with.
That's where I come in! We'll work together to understand your unique situation and what you want to change. The hope is that together, we'll help you get back on track and feel like a better version of yourself.
I work with ages 16+, and am very experienced in working with neurodivergence, & I specialise in bereavement therapy, navigating the journey with sensitivity, care & compassion.
Are you seeking a genuine & honest approach to therapy? Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in negative patterns and behaviours, or struggling to navigate life’s challenges or past experiences? Perhaps you're seeking balance during significant life transitions? Or maybe you're unsure of where to even start? I offer a space to help you think, speak, adjust and reframe, working towards genuine healing, personal growth & positive life long change, rather than temporary relief. I offer authentic & straightforward solution focused support, we will work productively and proactively towards genuine positive growth.
I work with ages 16+, and am very experienced in working with neurodivergence, & I specialise in bereavement therapy, navigating the journey with sensitivity, care & compassion.
Are you seeking a genuine & honest approach to therapy? Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in negative patterns and behaviours, or struggling to navigate life’s challenges or past experiences? Perhaps you're seeking balance during significant life transitions? Or maybe you're unsure of where to even start? I offer a space to help you think, speak, adjust and reframe, working towards genuine healing, personal growth & positive life long change, rather than temporary relief. I offer authentic & straightforward solution focused support, we will work productively and proactively towards genuine positive growth.
I have experience with working with adults of all ages, teenagers and younger children on a wide range of issues including: anxiety, identity, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, stress, grief, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, relationship issues, eating disorders, self-harm, and more
Hello my name is Shelley and I am a qualified adult and child Therapeutic Counsellor. I have a vast amount of experience as a pastoral worker working in schools and as a counsellor working for a charity. I am a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and offer face to face or online sessions . These sessions provide a confidential, supportive environment where clients can feel safe and explore the work through any emotional or life difficulties. I believe by offering online counselling this gives each individual the ability to reach their true potential within the safety of their chosen space.
I have experience with working with adults of all ages, teenagers and younger children on a wide range of issues including: anxiety, identity, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, stress, grief, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, relationship issues, eating disorders, self-harm, and more
Hello my name is Shelley and I am a qualified adult and child Therapeutic Counsellor. I have a vast amount of experience as a pastoral worker working in schools and as a counsellor working for a charity. I am a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and offer face to face or online sessions . These sessions provide a confidential, supportive environment where clients can feel safe and explore the work through any emotional or life difficulties. I believe by offering online counselling this gives each individual the ability to reach their true potential within the safety of their chosen space.
We tend to suffer from anxiety, stress, and depression for too long before reaching for help, which can lead to unnecessary suffering. It takes courage to start therapy, and it takes courage to confront our problems.
What I offer you is a calm and supportive environment in which you will be able to deal with any difficulties you are experiencing, with the professionalism that you deserve.
We tend to suffer from anxiety, stress, and depression for too long before reaching for help, which can lead to unnecessary suffering. It takes courage to start therapy, and it takes courage to confront our problems.
What I offer you is a calm and supportive environment in which you will be able to deal with any difficulties you are experiencing, with the professionalism that you deserve.
I specialise in working with people who have experienced trauma, shame, bereavement or are just feeling overwhelmed and are at a loss to understand what is going on.
Am I the right counsellor for you? Having to talk to a stranger about your feelings, thoughts and emotions can be a daunting experience. Perhaps if you are reading this you have already decided to take the time to share what is on your mind and give yourself some space.
I specialise in working with people who have experienced trauma, shame, bereavement or are just feeling overwhelmed and are at a loss to understand what is going on.
Am I the right counsellor for you? Having to talk to a stranger about your feelings, thoughts and emotions can be a daunting experience. Perhaps if you are reading this you have already decided to take the time to share what is on your mind and give yourself some space.
Special areas of interest are working with those suffering with anxiety and depression, bereavement and loss, anger, relationship breakdown and divorce, low self esteem and LGBTQIA+ related struggles.
Professional Couples and Individual Zoom counselling from the comfort of your own home. No travel time, no parking. Establishing a good counselling relationship is vital so that feelings can be explored in a safe, confidential space. I won’t judge you and will listen to your own unique story with empathy and kindness. I will endeavour to help you process pain from the past and present and reinforce your resilience and hope for the future. The longer-term aim is to help you to move forward towards your personal goals. I work with women, men, non-binary people and couples. LGBTQIA + and all clients warmly welcomed.
Special areas of interest are working with those suffering with anxiety and depression, bereavement and loss, anger, relationship breakdown and divorce, low self esteem and LGBTQIA+ related struggles.
Professional Couples and Individual Zoom counselling from the comfort of your own home. No travel time, no parking. Establishing a good counselling relationship is vital so that feelings can be explored in a safe, confidential space. I won’t judge you and will listen to your own unique story with empathy and kindness. I will endeavour to help you process pain from the past and present and reinforce your resilience and hope for the future. The longer-term aim is to help you to move forward towards your personal goals. I work with women, men, non-binary people and couples. LGBTQIA + and all clients warmly welcomed.
I have experience working with a wide variety of issues, including bereavement and loss, stress, depression, anger, fears, anxiety, phobias, PTSD, OCD, relationships, eating disorders, unwanted habits, self-harm, low self-esteem, confidence, motivation, addiction, abuse, trauma.
I am Qualified Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist, dedicated to helping every individual thrive in their own way, according to their specific need. Tailored to each individual I use varieties of therapeutic treatments including Person-Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Transactional Analyses, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), also relaxation techniques.
I have experience working with a wide variety of issues, including bereavement and loss, stress, depression, anger, fears, anxiety, phobias, PTSD, OCD, relationships, eating disorders, unwanted habits, self-harm, low self-esteem, confidence, motivation, addiction, abuse, trauma.
I am Qualified Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist, dedicated to helping every individual thrive in their own way, according to their specific need. Tailored to each individual I use varieties of therapeutic treatments including Person-Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Transactional Analyses, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), also relaxation techniques.
I am an Integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor. I work with a range of modalities including person-centred and psychodynamic. My private practice is located from my home, within a welcoming, safe and confidential setting. At times life can become difficult and confusing. If you feel you have lost your way, struggling with stress or anxiety, talking to a trained professional will help you explore your deeper thoughts and feelings at your own pace without judgement.
I am an Integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor. I work with a range of modalities including person-centred and psychodynamic. My private practice is located from my home, within a welcoming, safe and confidential setting. At times life can become difficult and confusing. If you feel you have lost your way, struggling with stress or anxiety, talking to a trained professional will help you explore your deeper thoughts and feelings at your own pace without judgement.
I am an experienced and highly trained Integrative Body Psychotherapist, Couples Psychotherapist and Trauma Recovery Specialist, Supervisor, Consultant and Trainer having been in the field for over 29 years. I help you experientially with life and relationship challenges in a mind, body and spirit process. I include the neurobiology of relationship, attachment, internal parts systems, transgenerational trauma recovery, birth psychology and transpersonal realms.
We are in some challenging times and there is opportunity for both support with 'here and now issues' and deeper exploration of who you are becoming.
I am an experienced and highly trained Integrative Body Psychotherapist, Couples Psychotherapist and Trauma Recovery Specialist, Supervisor, Consultant and Trainer having been in the field for over 29 years. I help you experientially with life and relationship challenges in a mind, body and spirit process. I include the neurobiology of relationship, attachment, internal parts systems, transgenerational trauma recovery, birth psychology and transpersonal realms.
We are in some challenging times and there is opportunity for both support with 'here and now issues' and deeper exploration of who you are becoming.
I won’t just sit and nod, I’ll ask questions, reflect what I notice, and sometimes gently challenge you where it feels helpful. The aim is to build a shared understanding of what’s going on for you, while also finding practical ways forward.
I work with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, focusing on understanding patterns that may be holding you back.
I won’t just sit and nod, I’ll ask questions, reflect what I notice, and sometimes gently challenge you where it feels helpful. The aim is to build a shared understanding of what’s going on for you, while also finding practical ways forward.
I work with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, focusing on understanding patterns that may be holding you back.
I work with clients to navigate the complexities of loss and grief.
I offer a confidential, reflective space where you can talk openly about what is troubling you. People often come to me feeling stuck, anxious, low, or confused about their relationships or their sense of self.
I work with clients to navigate the complexities of loss and grief.
I offer a confidential, reflective space where you can talk openly about what is troubling you. People often come to me feeling stuck, anxious, low, or confused about their relationships or their sense of self.
So with a compassionate approach, I work with most psychological difficulties, and have a special interest in anxiety and low mood, problematic family relationships, parenting and bereavement.
My approach is psychodynamic, which means working with you to understand the root cause of your difficulties. These can often lie in past experiences and which you may be unaware of. Together we will explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours to help increase your understanding of yourself. Insight can lead to change.
So with a compassionate approach, I work with most psychological difficulties, and have a special interest in anxiety and low mood, problematic family relationships, parenting and bereavement.
My approach is psychodynamic, which means working with you to understand the root cause of your difficulties. These can often lie in past experiences and which you may be unaware of. Together we will explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours to help increase your understanding of yourself. Insight can lead to change.
I work with people who feel ready to address some kind of dis-ease in their lives, whether that is an anxiety, addiction, relationship question or stress-related physical pain. Many of these issues take time to address properly although people often experience relief relatively quickly. I worked as a teacher before becoming a psychotherapist, and still like the Greek word for teaching: pedagogy, which has at its heart the idea of accompanying. I accompany people in-person and online, on their journey; I rarely offer advice but work with people to help them understand themselves, what they want, and the best way forward for them.
I work with people who feel ready to address some kind of dis-ease in their lives, whether that is an anxiety, addiction, relationship question or stress-related physical pain. Many of these issues take time to address properly although people often experience relief relatively quickly. I worked as a teacher before becoming a psychotherapist, and still like the Greek word for teaching: pedagogy, which has at its heart the idea of accompanying. I accompany people in-person and online, on their journey; I rarely offer advice but work with people to help them understand themselves, what they want, and the best way forward for them.
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How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.