Bereavement Counselling in Poynton

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Alex Glover
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Serves Area
I often work with people navigating life's harder transitions; bereavement, relationship breakdown, or experiences that have shifted the ground beneath them and changed what life means.
Hi, I'm Alex. My work is rooted in a simple belief: everyone deserves to feel at home in their own life: sleeping well, feeling settled, and being able to look forward to the days ahead.
I often work with people navigating life's harder transitions; bereavement, relationship breakdown, or experiences that have shifted the ground beneath them and changed what life means.
Hi, I'm Alex. My work is rooted in a simple belief: everyone deserves to feel at home in their own life: sleeping well, feeling settled, and being able to look forward to the days ahead.
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Joanne Feltham
Counsellor, BACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m a qualified and experienced therapist who supports people with anxiety, relationship challenges, and many of life’s ups and downs. Whether you’re struggling with family, friends, or personal issues, I offer a warm, approachable space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. I’m passionate about helping others and work with both male and female clients.
I’m a qualified and experienced therapist who supports people with anxiety, relationship challenges, and many of life’s ups and downs. Whether you’re struggling with family, friends, or personal issues, I offer a warm, approachable space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. I’m passionate about helping others and work with both male and female clients.
0161 524 0846 View 0161 524 0846
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James Leeson
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
We face seemingly impossible situations through loss or trauma.
I’m experienced in both Brief Therapy (6-12 sessions) and Longer Term (Open Ended) Therapy, whichever you prefer. I'm fully BACP registered with my own Private Practice, and providing Brief Therapy in the NHS. Im mainly Person-Centred, but also offer Integrative elements where appropriate, using tools and techniques from other therapies like CBT, ACT etc.
We face seemingly impossible situations through loss or trauma.
I’m experienced in both Brief Therapy (6-12 sessions) and Longer Term (Open Ended) Therapy, whichever you prefer. I'm fully BACP registered with my own Private Practice, and providing Brief Therapy in the NHS. Im mainly Person-Centred, but also offer Integrative elements where appropriate, using tools and techniques from other therapies like CBT, ACT etc.
0161 524 0702 View 0161 524 0702
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Clare Ayebare
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
” Many of my clients have struggled with the effects of cancer diagnosis, others grief or loss and some have become full time carers.
As someone who has experienced loss, I understand the impact of counselling to help you acknowledge and give space to those difficult thoughts and feelings that no one else understands. If you are struggling with loss through ill health, bereavement or disability (either as a carer or as a disabled person) then I can help you to find a way forward.
” Many of my clients have struggled with the effects of cancer diagnosis, others grief or loss and some have become full time carers.
As someone who has experienced loss, I understand the impact of counselling to help you acknowledge and give space to those difficult thoughts and feelings that no one else understands. If you are struggling with loss through ill health, bereavement or disability (either as a carer or as a disabled person) then I can help you to find a way forward.
01625 926069 View 01625 926069
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Jon Goddard
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
My role is to walk alongside you as things begin to make sense—where anxiety, grief, or feeling stuck are not problems to eliminate, but signals worth listening to.
Most people aren’t broken. They’re just used to not being heard. I work as a counsellor and psychotherapist from a person-centred perspective, grounded in a simple but often overlooked belief: people already hold the capacity to understand themselves, face what’s difficult, and change the direction of their lives. In a culture obsessed with quick fixes and neat labels, I offer something different—a space where you don’t have to perform, explain yourself perfectly, or be anything other than real. A space built on honesty, empathy, and acceptance. I don’t position myself as the expert on your life. You are.
My role is to walk alongside you as things begin to make sense—where anxiety, grief, or feeling stuck are not problems to eliminate, but signals worth listening to.
Most people aren’t broken. They’re just used to not being heard. I work as a counsellor and psychotherapist from a person-centred perspective, grounded in a simple but often overlooked belief: people already hold the capacity to understand themselves, face what’s difficult, and change the direction of their lives. In a culture obsessed with quick fixes and neat labels, I offer something different—a space where you don’t have to perform, explain yourself perfectly, or be anything other than real. A space built on honesty, empathy, and acceptance. I don’t position myself as the expert on your life. You are.
07479 271479 View 07479 271479
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Trust Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, anger, loss, and life transitions.
Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting, especially if you’re used to coping on your own. You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, struggling in relationships, or simply finding life more difficult than usual. Whatever has brought you here, you’re welcome exactly as you are. At the heart of my work is the belief that everyone deserves a space where they can talk openly and honestly without fear of judgement. Together we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. Many people come to counselling worried about being judged or misunderstood; with me, you will be heard and accepted.
I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, anger, loss, and life transitions.
Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting, especially if you’re used to coping on your own. You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, struggling in relationships, or simply finding life more difficult than usual. Whatever has brought you here, you’re welcome exactly as you are. At the heart of my work is the belief that everyone deserves a space where they can talk openly and honestly without fear of judgement. Together we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. Many people come to counselling worried about being judged or misunderstood; with me, you will be heard and accepted.
01625 926583 View 01625 926583
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helen white
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Maybe you’re at personal or professional cross-roads, family or relationship issues are leaving you stressed out, or you’ve experienced a loss which has knocked you sideways.
I cover a range of issues, including Anxiety, Bereavement, Relationships, Parenting and Loss. Each person's experience of these is different, based on their past history and present situation. Trained in several theories lets me tailor my approach to best suit your individual needs, supporting you and your unique circumstances.
Maybe you’re at personal or professional cross-roads, family or relationship issues are leaving you stressed out, or you’ve experienced a loss which has knocked you sideways.
I cover a range of issues, including Anxiety, Bereavement, Relationships, Parenting and Loss. Each person's experience of these is different, based on their past history and present situation. Trained in several theories lets me tailor my approach to best suit your individual needs, supporting you and your unique circumstances.
0161 524 9930 View 0161 524 9930
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Danielle Clarkson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Isn’t it strange how we talk the least about the things we think about the most?! Talking about your feelings, your emotions, your behaviours and your thoughts can feel overwhelming and conflicted, not knowing where to begin, this can seem scary and uncomfortable. My role is to support you to acknowledge, explore, accept, and understand them in order to achieve growth & positive change. My philosophy is that you hold your own answers internally but you are unable to access them, working collaboratively we will unlock them using your strengths and gaining empowerment.
Isn’t it strange how we talk the least about the things we think about the most?! Talking about your feelings, your emotions, your behaviours and your thoughts can feel overwhelming and conflicted, not knowing where to begin, this can seem scary and uncomfortable. My role is to support you to acknowledge, explore, accept, and understand them in order to achieve growth & positive change. My philosophy is that you hold your own answers internally but you are unable to access them, working collaboratively we will unlock them using your strengths and gaining empowerment.
0161 524 2032 View 0161 524 2032
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Teresa Leahy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I have experience of working with relationship problems, cancer, anxiety and depression, surviving sexual abuse and bereavement.
Hi there, I am a psychotherapist in Cheadle Hulme. l love working with people and supporting them to make positive changes in their lives. We all share the desire and drive to be the best person we possibly can and to have healthy, loving relationships. Sometimes life gets in the way and we get stuck in a moment, a thought or a pattern of behaviour. Life can be difficult and the way forward is not always clear. Everyone can benefit from therapy for personal growth, to live in the here-and-now and to better connect with the things that matter to you.
I have experience of working with relationship problems, cancer, anxiety and depression, surviving sexual abuse and bereavement.
Hi there, I am a psychotherapist in Cheadle Hulme. l love working with people and supporting them to make positive changes in their lives. We all share the desire and drive to be the best person we possibly can and to have healthy, loving relationships. Sometimes life gets in the way and we get stuck in a moment, a thought or a pattern of behaviour. Life can be difficult and the way forward is not always clear. Everyone can benefit from therapy for personal growth, to live in the here-and-now and to better connect with the things that matter to you.
01538 712585 View 01538 712585

More Therapists Nearby

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Claire Shaw Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
This could be through a bereavement, or difficulties in a relationship.
Although each person’s situation is unique, some of the many issues I work with include: bereavement and other losses; exploring gender, sex and relationship diversity, and offering an affirming approach to LGBTQ+ clients; chronic illness and disability; relationship issues; the impact of the pandemic and COVID-19.
This could be through a bereavement, or difficulties in a relationship.
Although each person’s situation is unique, some of the many issues I work with include: bereavement and other losses; exploring gender, sex and relationship diversity, and offering an affirming approach to LGBTQ+ clients; chronic illness and disability; relationship issues; the impact of the pandemic and COVID-19.
020 4538 3657 View 020 4538 3657
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Georgina Helen Gardner Stockley
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Georgina offers an exploratory space for adults, young people and couples who feel hopeless, helpless or at a loss.
Georgina's work integrates person-centred psychotherapy with body-aware and trauma-informed practice. She is currently training as a Somatic Experiencing and a NARM practitioner. Sessions can take the form of straightforward talking or you may use non-verbal mediums, such as drawing. She works affirmatively with explorations of gender and identity.
Georgina offers an exploratory space for adults, young people and couples who feel hopeless, helpless or at a loss.
Georgina's work integrates person-centred psychotherapy with body-aware and trauma-informed practice. She is currently training as a Somatic Experiencing and a NARM practitioner. Sessions can take the form of straightforward talking or you may use non-verbal mediums, such as drawing. She works affirmatively with explorations of gender and identity.
0121 661 3670 View 0121 661 3670
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Michaela Verby
Psychotherapist, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Sale M33
I support clients who feel stuck and specialise in working with grief and loss.
Are you aware that something isn't right, but every attempt to change feels overwhelming, unclear or out of reach? If it's time to try something new, I invite you to work with me exactly as you are. Within our warm and genuine relationship we will heal the roots of your pain and discover a path forward that resonates with who you truly are.
I support clients who feel stuck and specialise in working with grief and loss.
Are you aware that something isn't right, but every attempt to change feels overwhelming, unclear or out of reach? If it's time to try something new, I invite you to work with me exactly as you are. Within our warm and genuine relationship we will heal the roots of your pain and discover a path forward that resonates with who you truly are.
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ZEHEN
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
I can help with a range of issues and life challenges including bereavement, grief, loss, anxiety, OCD, IBS, depression, trauma, PTSD, loneliness, bullying, racism, sexism, workplace issues, women’s issues, managing anger, low self-esteem/confidence, abuse.
Hello, a warm welcome! I am a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist and psychologist. I also have a background in teaching, training and mentorship in leadership and business management. My qualifications include MA Integrative Counselling, MSc Psychology, MBA and Cert Ed (HE). I work with adults (over 18 years of age) from all cultures. I provide a confidential space for you to feel safe to talk freely so that I can tailor the therapy to meet your needs and expectations. I incorporate a range of tools and techniques that help the therapeutic process. Including EMDR, CBT, DBT, Person Centred, coaching, mentoring …
I can help with a range of issues and life challenges including bereavement, grief, loss, anxiety, OCD, IBS, depression, trauma, PTSD, loneliness, bullying, racism, sexism, workplace issues, women’s issues, managing anger, low self-esteem/confidence, abuse.
Hello, a warm welcome! I am a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist and psychologist. I also have a background in teaching, training and mentorship in leadership and business management. My qualifications include MA Integrative Counselling, MSc Psychology, MBA and Cert Ed (HE). I work with adults (over 18 years of age) from all cultures. I provide a confidential space for you to feel safe to talk freely so that I can tailor the therapy to meet your needs and expectations. I incorporate a range of tools and techniques that help the therapeutic process. Including EMDR, CBT, DBT, Person Centred, coaching, mentoring …
01484 627926 View 01484 627926
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Clare Rimmington
Counsellor, MBACP
Cheadle SK8
I've supported clients from all walks of life to achieve goals of reducing anxiety, coping with life's stresses, adjusting to change such as illness, empty nests, retirement, bereavement and loss.
Hello. I'm Clare. If you're here and reading this, you're probably looking for support with your mental health. I can be there for you in a way that suits you best. Therapy is not one size fits all; I first work to understand where you're at and then I'll meet you there. Are you looking to worry a lot less or enjoy your life a lot more? Do you want to make sense of your thoughts, feelings and behaviours? Would you like greater emotional resilience? Perhaps you're a self-improver wanting greater self awareness? I can help with that. You are not alone and you deserve support.
I've supported clients from all walks of life to achieve goals of reducing anxiety, coping with life's stresses, adjusting to change such as illness, empty nests, retirement, bereavement and loss.
Hello. I'm Clare. If you're here and reading this, you're probably looking for support with your mental health. I can be there for you in a way that suits you best. Therapy is not one size fits all; I first work to understand where you're at and then I'll meet you there. Are you looking to worry a lot less or enjoy your life a lot more? Do you want to make sense of your thoughts, feelings and behaviours? Would you like greater emotional resilience? Perhaps you're a self-improver wanting greater self awareness? I can help with that. You are not alone and you deserve support.
01538 711164 View 01538 711164
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Katy Louise Counselling
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Crewe CW2
Many of my clients are used to being the “strong one” whilst struggling internally with anxiety, low self-worth, stress, grief, burnout, people-pleasing, or relationship difficulties.
I offer integrative counselling tailored to the individual, drawing from different therapeutic approaches depending on each client’s needs. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, grief, emotional overwhelm, and stress-related burnout.
Many of my clients are used to being the “strong one” whilst struggling internally with anxiety, low self-worth, stress, grief, burnout, people-pleasing, or relationship difficulties.
I offer integrative counselling tailored to the individual, drawing from different therapeutic approaches depending on each client’s needs. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, grief, emotional overwhelm, and stress-related burnout.
01270 447654 View 01270 447654
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Denise Lynn Mendes
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
My practice includes working with bereavement, loss, relationship and employment issues, confidence building, self esteem, stress and anxiety management, health issues, particularly cancer and women's health issues.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. I have considerable experience of providing support and therapy for many different issues to a diverse range of people. Accessing help and support can feel daunting, but well done in taking the first step. Working as an humanistic/integrative counsellor, I provide a safe professional space for us to work together to address your issues, needs and goals.
My practice includes working with bereavement, loss, relationship and employment issues, confidence building, self esteem, stress and anxiety management, health issues, particularly cancer and women's health issues.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. I have considerable experience of providing support and therapy for many different issues to a diverse range of people. Accessing help and support can feel daunting, but well done in taking the first step. Working as an humanistic/integrative counsellor, I provide a safe professional space for us to work together to address your issues, needs and goals.
0113 859 0626 View 0113 859 0626
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Time for Change Therapies CIC
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I’m a trauma‑aware counsellor and relationship counsellor based in Worksop, offering gentle, steady support for people living with the emotional after‑effects of difficult or overwhelming experiences, as well as couples and individuals navigating relationship strain, disconnection, or communication difficulties. Trauma can show up as anxiety, numbness, hypervigilance, exhaustion, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others. Relationship challenges often emerge alongside these experiences. My approach is warm, grounded, and relational — we go at your pace, with no pressure or judgement. I have experience in hospice care, GP's
I’m a trauma‑aware counsellor and relationship counsellor based in Worksop, offering gentle, steady support for people living with the emotional after‑effects of difficult or overwhelming experiences, as well as couples and individuals navigating relationship strain, disconnection, or communication difficulties. Trauma can show up as anxiety, numbness, hypervigilance, exhaustion, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others. Relationship challenges often emerge alongside these experiences. My approach is warm, grounded, and relational — we go at your pace, with no pressure or judgement. I have experience in hospice care, GP's
01909 491857 View 01909 491857
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Steve Pointon
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Crewe CW2
This might be due to anxiety, health concerns, bereavement, or difficulties at work.
I offer a calm, confidential, and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. Together, we can begin to make sense of what you’re going through and help you find a way forward that feels right for you.
This might be due to anxiety, health concerns, bereavement, or difficulties at work.
I offer a calm, confidential, and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. Together, we can begin to make sense of what you’re going through and help you find a way forward that feels right for you.
01270 447580 View 01270 447580
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Laura Dixon
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
My area of expertise is loss, and helping clients deal with it in all its forms, which includes bereavement, job loss, relationship breakdowns, loss of sense of self (which includes depression, anxiety, chronic illness, disability or medical / healthcare diagnosis) and all of the many other life changes that may happen outside of your control.
I am a specialist loss counsellor and supervisor. I approach all counselling relationships in a trauma-informed way, and am able to support you with a wide range of issues, whether it be anxiety, depression, low self esteem and self worth, guilt, shame, anger or any other presenting psychological challenges you might be facing.
My area of expertise is loss, and helping clients deal with it in all its forms, which includes bereavement, job loss, relationship breakdowns, loss of sense of self (which includes depression, anxiety, chronic illness, disability or medical / healthcare diagnosis) and all of the many other life changes that may happen outside of your control.
I am a specialist loss counsellor and supervisor. I approach all counselling relationships in a trauma-informed way, and am able to support you with a wide range of issues, whether it be anxiety, depression, low self esteem and self worth, guilt, shame, anger or any other presenting psychological challenges you might be facing.
0161 524 7467 View 0161 524 7467
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Deb Haynes
Counsellor, MBACP
I understand that attending therapy can sometimes be difficult due to work or commitments you may have, I work daytime, evenings and Saturdays (last session from 2pm) Some of the stressful issues that I have been asked to help with are, anxiety, bereavement (including pet bereavement), trauma, behavioural / trust issues, self-esteem issues, self-harming.
Being able to talk to someone in a calm space may be all you need to cope with your problems, but what if it isn't enough? Then I can offer more, tailor the therapy to your needs, and help you to gain the skills to help you to move forward. Even if its scary, painful, annoying, I can be there to help you, even provide my own to ears to chew off!
I understand that attending therapy can sometimes be difficult due to work or commitments you may have, I work daytime, evenings and Saturdays (last session from 2pm) Some of the stressful issues that I have been asked to help with are, anxiety, bereavement (including pet bereavement), trauma, behavioural / trust issues, self-esteem issues, self-harming.
Being able to talk to someone in a calm space may be all you need to cope with your problems, but what if it isn't enough? Then I can offer more, tailor the therapy to your needs, and help you to gain the skills to help you to move forward. Even if its scary, painful, annoying, I can be there to help you, even provide my own to ears to chew off!
01270 906390 View 01270 906390
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.