Bereavement Counselling in Petersfield

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Jackie Blower
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
Are you looking for someone to listen, to share the difficulties you are experiencing at the moment? Do you feel anxious, lonely, depressed, overwhelmed by emotions? Perhaps you can't put your finger on exactly what you feel. Talking to a counsellor and being listened to can help. I am a qualified counsellor and a registered member of BACP, working in central Petersfield with adults of all ages. I can provide general support or we can focus on specific issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bereavement, loss, or relationship issues.
Are you looking for someone to listen, to share the difficulties you are experiencing at the moment? Do you feel anxious, lonely, depressed, overwhelmed by emotions? Perhaps you can't put your finger on exactly what you feel. Talking to a counsellor and being listened to can help. I am a qualified counsellor and a registered member of BACP, working in central Petersfield with adults of all ages. I can provide general support or we can focus on specific issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bereavement, loss, or relationship issues.
01730 779317 View 01730 779317
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Suzy Carter
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU32  (Online Only)
My specialities are working with •stress/anxiety/depression • grief/ loss •attachment/relationship issues •trauma •ACE's •long term conditions/existential issues.
Hi, I'm Suzy - an experienced psychotherapeutic counsellor and EMDR therapist and formerly a cardiac physiologist in the NHS. It's really hard to grow in isolation and create change on your own ... and it takes courage to seek support ... but through therapy, you could get to a place where your life feels more comfortable - a place you really want to be and somewhere you could flourish and feel content. I can't wave a magic wand but I can support you in reaching the goal of living your best life.
My specialities are working with •stress/anxiety/depression • grief/ loss •attachment/relationship issues •trauma •ACE's •long term conditions/existential issues.
Hi, I'm Suzy - an experienced psychotherapeutic counsellor and EMDR therapist and formerly a cardiac physiologist in the NHS. It's really hard to grow in isolation and create change on your own ... and it takes courage to seek support ... but through therapy, you could get to a place where your life feels more comfortable - a place you really want to be and somewhere you could flourish and feel content. I can't wave a magic wand but I can support you in reaching the goal of living your best life.
01503 770321 View 01503 770321
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Katherine Steele
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
Life can be challenging and unfair, often lacking clear sense. Together, we can create a supportive environment where you gain clarity, especially in dealing with various forms of loss—whether it’s a relationship, a sense of self, or a loved one. I’m dedicated to helping you navigate your unique struggles and find understanding. My therapy aims to help you discover your authentic self, see vulnerabilities as strengths, and support your personal growth. While you can’t change the past, therapy guides you toward a safer, more aligned life with renewed perspective
Life can be challenging and unfair, often lacking clear sense. Together, we can create a supportive environment where you gain clarity, especially in dealing with various forms of loss—whether it’s a relationship, a sense of self, or a loved one. I’m dedicated to helping you navigate your unique struggles and find understanding. My therapy aims to help you discover your authentic self, see vulnerabilities as strengths, and support your personal growth. While you can’t change the past, therapy guides you toward a safer, more aligned life with renewed perspective
01730 771435 View 01730 771435
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Colin Beckwith Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
Counselling can be really helpful when you just need someone to talk to and it can offer so much more. When you are feeling like something is just not right or life seems so challenging, talking to a Counsellor can make the difference. Many people just want to feel better and get a sense of relief from the turmoil of life. It may be that a life event has really impacted on you, such as a bereavement, trauma or loss of a job. You may feel like the world just does not understand you or perhaps you are struggling to come to terms with your sexuality. There are many many different reasons why people choose counselling. We're all unique.
Counselling can be really helpful when you just need someone to talk to and it can offer so much more. When you are feeling like something is just not right or life seems so challenging, talking to a Counsellor can make the difference. Many people just want to feel better and get a sense of relief from the turmoil of life. It may be that a life event has really impacted on you, such as a bereavement, trauma or loss of a job. You may feel like the world just does not understand you or perhaps you are struggling to come to terms with your sexuality. There are many many different reasons why people choose counselling. We're all unique.
07401 292314 View 07401 292314
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Dr Sonney Gullu-Mcphee
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and an ISST Certified Advanced Schema Therapist. I have over 15 years of extensive training and experience, working with adults overcome difficult periods in their lives where they struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, relationship conflict, parenting struggles, work and university stress, procrastination, dissociation, and self-esteem issues. In addition, I have special interest in helping women negotiate significant life transitions in their lives such a pregnancy, perimenopause and menaupause and help improve their emotional wellbeing.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and an ISST Certified Advanced Schema Therapist. I have over 15 years of extensive training and experience, working with adults overcome difficult periods in their lives where they struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, relationship conflict, parenting struggles, work and university stress, procrastination, dissociation, and self-esteem issues. In addition, I have special interest in helping women negotiate significant life transitions in their lives such a pregnancy, perimenopause and menaupause and help improve their emotional wellbeing.
01730 771407 View 01730 771407
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Amanda Croft
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
Welcome. Life can be tough. Sometimes we simply need to talk with someone who can listen without judgement; who does not 'give advice' but holds the space for personal reflection, growth and development. As a registered and accredited member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), I am an independent, experienced and professional counsellor / psychotherapist, an approved Adoption counsellor and qualified in EMDR therapy. I work with young people and adults, including couples and families, across such issues as anxiety, bereavement, depression, relationships and trauma.
Welcome. Life can be tough. Sometimes we simply need to talk with someone who can listen without judgement; who does not 'give advice' but holds the space for personal reflection, growth and development. As a registered and accredited member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), I am an independent, experienced and professional counsellor / psychotherapist, an approved Adoption counsellor and qualified in EMDR therapy. I work with young people and adults, including couples and families, across such issues as anxiety, bereavement, depression, relationships and trauma.
01428 772843 View 01428 772843
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Janet Smith Emotional Wellness Coaching
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
If you are at a crossroads or struggling with your mental health and know that you need to make a change. I can help. Some of the key areas I work in are:- Depression Loss & Bereavement Stress & Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma/PTSD Emotional Eating/Eating Disorders & Weight Loss, Abuse, Addictions, Work/life balance, Senior Executive Coaching. I combine psychodynamic counselling, clinical hypnotherapy, NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), Senior Executive Coaching & Mentoring, Mindfulness and Relaxation techniques to help clients who are experiencing emotional distress and want to make positive change in their life
If you are at a crossroads or struggling with your mental health and know that you need to make a change. I can help. Some of the key areas I work in are:- Depression Loss & Bereavement Stress & Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma/PTSD Emotional Eating/Eating Disorders & Weight Loss, Abuse, Addictions, Work/life balance, Senior Executive Coaching. I combine psychodynamic counselling, clinical hypnotherapy, NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), Senior Executive Coaching & Mentoring, Mindfulness and Relaxation techniques to help clients who are experiencing emotional distress and want to make positive change in their life
023 8235 2065 View 023 8235 2065
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Colin Chapman
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
I offer individual therapy to anyone that may be experiencing challenges in their life that may include depression, anxiety, abuse, loss, trauma, stress, anger, addictions, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
There may be occasions in our lives when we struggle to make sense of what is happening to us and the world we experience. I provide an opportunity to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences within a relationship that is free of the fears we may hold about disclosing to people we know. I offer a relationship of trust, honesty and openness that allows you to explore your story, thoughts, hopes and fears, in a safe, supportive, confidential place, free of external influences and judgement, providing an opportunity for personal insight and change.
I offer individual therapy to anyone that may be experiencing challenges in their life that may include depression, anxiety, abuse, loss, trauma, stress, anger, addictions, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
There may be occasions in our lives when we struggle to make sense of what is happening to us and the world we experience. I provide an opportunity to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences within a relationship that is free of the fears we may hold about disclosing to people we know. I offer a relationship of trust, honesty and openness that allows you to explore your story, thoughts, hopes and fears, in a safe, supportive, confidential place, free of external influences and judgement, providing an opportunity for personal insight and change.
0330 058 1998 View 0330 058 1998
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Melissa Purchase
Psychotherapist, MA, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Petersfield GU31
I can help with issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, low self esteem and more.
I wonder how it is for you right now, maybe it's difficult to find the right words to explain how you're feeling? My personal style is to be gentle, patient, warm and creative. I believe change emerges when we are really seen, heard and valued. I will work with you to discover how life is for you, what may be stuck or holding you back and how to move forward. I believe the therapy journey is created together, where we explore what works best for you in session. We will work at a safe and gentle pace.
I can help with issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, low self esteem and more.
I wonder how it is for you right now, maybe it's difficult to find the right words to explain how you're feeling? My personal style is to be gentle, patient, warm and creative. I believe change emerges when we are really seen, heard and valued. I will work with you to discover how life is for you, what may be stuck or holding you back and how to move forward. I believe the therapy journey is created together, where we explore what works best for you in session. We will work at a safe and gentle pace.
01243 214149 View 01243 214149
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Nigel Newman
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
Whether it is unwanted thoughts, feelings or behaviours, trauma, abuse, relationships, death, disability or simply that you need someone to talk to in an empathetic, confidential environment to better understand yourself and others, help really is at hand.
I have become aware after 30 years, that with the right approach it is possible to bring healing, freedom and peace of mind to anyone -  whatever the problem. The uniqueness of each and every one of us should always be reflected in the chosen therapy. That's why, here at Solutions, I draw on a wide range of therapies to enable me to tailor my approach to your individual needs. My desire is to enable you to find greater freedom in your life, and an understanding of who you are and the best you can be.
Whether it is unwanted thoughts, feelings or behaviours, trauma, abuse, relationships, death, disability or simply that you need someone to talk to in an empathetic, confidential environment to better understand yourself and others, help really is at hand.
I have become aware after 30 years, that with the right approach it is possible to bring healing, freedom and peace of mind to anyone -  whatever the problem. The uniqueness of each and every one of us should always be reflected in the chosen therapy. That's why, here at Solutions, I draw on a wide range of therapies to enable me to tailor my approach to your individual needs. My desire is to enable you to find greater freedom in your life, and an understanding of who you are and the best you can be.
01730 777564 View 01730 777564
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Lucy Clarke
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
There are many reasons why we may find ourselves considering accessing counselling support throughout our lives. You may have a clear sense of the support you are looking for and the difficulties you are facing. Alternatively, you may just feel in your gut that something is not right. Perhaps you are realising that having a better understanding of yourself, your relationships and the impact of your environment would help you live a more fulfilled life. I am experienced in working with a wide range of issues from anxiety, stress, trauma and grief to confusing thoughts, life transitions, depression and difficulties in relationships.
There are many reasons why we may find ourselves considering accessing counselling support throughout our lives. You may have a clear sense of the support you are looking for and the difficulties you are facing. Alternatively, you may just feel in your gut that something is not right. Perhaps you are realising that having a better understanding of yourself, your relationships and the impact of your environment would help you live a more fulfilled life. I am experienced in working with a wide range of issues from anxiety, stress, trauma and grief to confusing thoughts, life transitions, depression and difficulties in relationships.
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Grant Roberts
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU32
My expertise as a psychotherapist caters to clients dealing with body image insecurities, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic and terminal illnesses, OCD & IBS.
Hello, I am an integrative psychotherapist & counsellor specialising in body image insecurities, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, and chronic and terminal illness. Alongside this I also offer psychology led life coaching to encourage personal and professional growth. Through a safe, empathic and accepting relationship, I hope to help enable you to greater self-acceptance, self awareness and self worth.
My expertise as a psychotherapist caters to clients dealing with body image insecurities, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic and terminal illnesses, OCD & IBS.
Hello, I am an integrative psychotherapist & counsellor specialising in body image insecurities, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, and chronic and terminal illness. Alongside this I also offer psychology led life coaching to encourage personal and professional growth. Through a safe, empathic and accepting relationship, I hope to help enable you to greater self-acceptance, self awareness and self worth.
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Jax Sands
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious or depressed? Are you struggling to feel connected to others and yourself? Maybe you put others needs ahead of your own, leaving yourself at the bottom of your list... Can you feel yourself getting stuck in repetitive cycles, leaving you feeling hopeless, like there is no way out? Or is trauma from your past holding you back? I can offer you a safe, calm and non-judgemental space to explore how you are feeling.
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious or depressed? Are you struggling to feel connected to others and yourself? Maybe you put others needs ahead of your own, leaving yourself at the bottom of your list... Can you feel yourself getting stuck in repetitive cycles, leaving you feeling hopeless, like there is no way out? Or is trauma from your past holding you back? I can offer you a safe, calm and non-judgemental space to explore how you are feeling.
01730 771109 View 01730 771109
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Dr Lucy Furlong
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
I am Dr Lucy Furlong an accredited HCPC Chartered Clinical Psychologist offering a safe, non-judgemental space where you can talk in confidence online or in person at my clinic in Petersfield. My Petersfield clinic is currently held on Wednesdays and I offer online appointments via zoom Monday-Friday. I completed my doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2006. My training included working with adults and children with a wide range of difficulties including, anxiety disorders, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, psychosis, obsessive compulsive disorder and childhood difficulties. More info here: www.psychologytherapypractice.com
I am Dr Lucy Furlong an accredited HCPC Chartered Clinical Psychologist offering a safe, non-judgemental space where you can talk in confidence online or in person at my clinic in Petersfield. My Petersfield clinic is currently held on Wednesdays and I offer online appointments via zoom Monday-Friday. I completed my doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2006. My training included working with adults and children with a wide range of difficulties including, anxiety disorders, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, psychosis, obsessive compulsive disorder and childhood difficulties. More info here: www.psychologytherapypractice.com
01730 778588 View 01730 778588
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Victoria Millar
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
Are thoughts, feelings, behaviours impacting on your or your child’s daily life? Whether short-term issue specific, or a longer-term journey of exploration and discovery for deeper routed issues, counselling offers an opportunity to understand why and through the therapeutic process can empower anyone to make choices for themself and enable the change they want to achieve in their life as they become more self-aware.
Are thoughts, feelings, behaviours impacting on your or your child’s daily life? Whether short-term issue specific, or a longer-term journey of exploration and discovery for deeper routed issues, counselling offers an opportunity to understand why and through the therapeutic process can empower anyone to make choices for themself and enable the change they want to achieve in their life as they become more self-aware.
01730 779924 View 01730 779924
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Paula Marshall-Smith
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
I run a successful private practice in Petersfield in Hampshire. I work relationally and empathically with people from all walks of life, young people, mid-life, the elderly and couples. Clients come in with lots of different issues that can be very troubling. Depression can leave clients barely functioning, anxiety can leave a client cripplingly isolated. Couples are left in despair when their relationships break down. Young people are feeling desperate in a world that demands so much of them. The elderly can be full of fear at what tomorrow might have in store for them.
I run a successful private practice in Petersfield in Hampshire. I work relationally and empathically with people from all walks of life, young people, mid-life, the elderly and couples. Clients come in with lots of different issues that can be very troubling. Depression can leave clients barely functioning, anxiety can leave a client cripplingly isolated. Couples are left in despair when their relationships break down. Young people are feeling desperate in a world that demands so much of them. The elderly can be full of fear at what tomorrow might have in store for them.
01730 779929 View 01730 779929
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The Psychology Company
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Petersfield GU31
We work with people with a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, low self esteem, chronic health difficulties, eating disorders, emotional instability and self destructive coping patterns. In your initial consultation we will explore what brings you to therapy and make a plan for how we will work together. We offer evidenced based structured therapy to help you move forwards in your life. Most of is have doctorates in Clinical or Counselling Psychology and we have all undertaken many years of training and have a wealth of experience working in the NHS and the private sector.
We work with people with a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, low self esteem, chronic health difficulties, eating disorders, emotional instability and self destructive coping patterns. In your initial consultation we will explore what brings you to therapy and make a plan for how we will work together. We offer evidenced based structured therapy to help you move forwards in your life. Most of is have doctorates in Clinical or Counselling Psychology and we have all undertaken many years of training and have a wealth of experience working in the NHS and the private sector.
01483 363058 View 01483 363058
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Jenny Hunter-Phillips
MA
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
When things are challenging, asking for help can be one of the hardest yet bravest things you can do. I'm Jenny and my role is to make the process as easy as possible for you, by offering a warm and supportive environment from which you can explore the challenges that you are facing, the symptoms that you are struggling with, and the causes of these issues. Anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, depression, habits or fears do not define you; they can be temporary problems that you can learn to solve, with the right support in place. My approach to therapy allows you to find a way forward as quickly as possible.
When things are challenging, asking for help can be one of the hardest yet bravest things you can do. I'm Jenny and my role is to make the process as easy as possible for you, by offering a warm and supportive environment from which you can explore the challenges that you are facing, the symptoms that you are struggling with, and the causes of these issues. Anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, depression, habits or fears do not define you; they can be temporary problems that you can learn to solve, with the right support in place. My approach to therapy allows you to find a way forward as quickly as possible.
01730 771474 View 01730 771474
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Lucy Solymar
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU32
My clients often feel painfully stuck in some way and that's why they come to me. Problems become overwhelming. For instance, being unhappy in a marriage; having a serious illness and dealing with its effects; feeling low and not understanding why; dealing with divorce; having problems with one's children and not being sure how to manage; wanting to move forward in life but just not managing somehow; work issues - struggles with colleagues, dissatisfaction with a career. Anxiety, depression and confusion usually accompany these challenging life situations.
My clients often feel painfully stuck in some way and that's why they come to me. Problems become overwhelming. For instance, being unhappy in a marriage; having a serious illness and dealing with its effects; feeling low and not understanding why; dealing with divorce; having problems with one's children and not being sure how to manage; wanting to move forward in life but just not managing somehow; work issues - struggles with colleagues, dissatisfaction with a career. Anxiety, depression and confusion usually accompany these challenging life situations.
07563 380070 View 07563 380070
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Ruth Heatherley
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
If you are struggling with your relationships, feeling depressed, anxious or sad, or have difficult feelings about yourself and are finding it hard to enjoy life, I would like to help. Perhaps you keep repeating a pattern of behaviour that is difficult for you, or perhaps you just want to grow, change and develop. Experiencing difficulty is such a normal part of life. Counselling and psychotherapy can help you to process past experiences and gain a greater understanding of behaviours, thoughts and feelings in the present.
If you are struggling with your relationships, feeling depressed, anxious or sad, or have difficult feelings about yourself and are finding it hard to enjoy life, I would like to help. Perhaps you keep repeating a pattern of behaviour that is difficult for you, or perhaps you just want to grow, change and develop. Experiencing difficulty is such a normal part of life. Counselling and psychotherapy can help you to process past experiences and gain a greater understanding of behaviours, thoughts and feelings in the present.
07552 796722 View 07552 796722
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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.