Bereavement Counselling in Southsea
Issues that have been brought to me in the past include but are not limited to: low mood, anxiety & depression, study/work stress, self-harm, sexuality & gender identity, bereavement & pre- bereavement, suicidal ideation, addiction, sexual assault, eating disorders, & relationship breakdown.
I trained from a person-centred perspective &, through years of training, have adopted humanistic & holistic methods in my approach to counselling. No two people are the same which is why our sessions would be led by you. I'm an integrative counsellor & I’m here to listen, hear & validate your story. My priority is building a trusting, confidential relationship & to listen without judgement. With my help & guidance, the work we do together will help you to find answers inside, enabling internal healing in a safe & secure space. 'Therapy should not be theory driven, but relationship driven.' Irvin Yalom
Issues that have been brought to me in the past include but are not limited to: low mood, anxiety & depression, study/work stress, self-harm, sexuality & gender identity, bereavement & pre- bereavement, suicidal ideation, addiction, sexual assault, eating disorders, & relationship breakdown.
I trained from a person-centred perspective &, through years of training, have adopted humanistic & holistic methods in my approach to counselling. No two people are the same which is why our sessions would be led by you. I'm an integrative counsellor & I’m here to listen, hear & validate your story. My priority is building a trusting, confidential relationship & to listen without judgement. With my help & guidance, the work we do together will help you to find answers inside, enabling internal healing in a safe & secure space. 'Therapy should not be theory driven, but relationship driven.' Irvin Yalom
I work with children, young people (4-25 yrs) & adults to move towards their goals using talking therapy, drawing & practical tools.
I am passionate that therapy should be fun & creative and work in a collaborative way so my clients look forward to our sessions together.
I also specialise in working with neurodivergent children & young people (ADHD & ASD). If your child is under 8 years & is having difficulties, please get in touch to discuss how a joint approach of child-led & parent work may be beneficial.
I work with children, young people (4-25 yrs) & adults to move towards their goals using talking therapy, drawing & practical tools.
I am passionate that therapy should be fun & creative and work in a collaborative way so my clients look forward to our sessions together.
I also specialise in working with neurodivergent children & young people (ADHD & ASD). If your child is under 8 years & is having difficulties, please get in touch to discuss how a joint approach of child-led & parent work may be beneficial.
People often come to therapy unsure of what their goals are, knowing that things aren’t right and that life could be better if only those things were different. Whether you’re looking for therapy as an individual or as a couple - I work with both - I believe we all have the potential to change and grow, and that sometimes what is needed to start the process is a different perspective from someone with a fresh pair of eyes and ears.
People often come to therapy unsure of what their goals are, knowing that things aren’t right and that life could be better if only those things were different. Whether you’re looking for therapy as an individual or as a couple - I work with both - I believe we all have the potential to change and grow, and that sometimes what is needed to start the process is a different perspective from someone with a fresh pair of eyes and ears.
I help adults recovering from trauma, burnout, anxiety and chronic stress.
I'm a HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist and EMDR Association UK member with over 20 years' experience in NHS mental health services. My own experiences of trauma, burnout, becoming a full-time parent carer, and losing three family members to suicide transformed how I understand recovery. I now help people process trauma, reconnect with their nervous system, and rebuild a life that's meaningful and values-led. Therapy is a compassionate space to make sense of your experiences and feel more like yourself again.
Helping you reclaim your life!
I help adults recovering from trauma, burnout, anxiety and chronic stress.
I'm a HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist and EMDR Association UK member with over 20 years' experience in NHS mental health services. My own experiences of trauma, burnout, becoming a full-time parent carer, and losing three family members to suicide transformed how I understand recovery. I now help people process trauma, reconnect with their nervous system, and rebuild a life that's meaningful and values-led. Therapy is a compassionate space to make sense of your experiences and feel more like yourself again.
Helping you reclaim your life!
As a humanistic counsellor I believe that therapy is about self exploration, which can help when you are struggling with your current life, perhaps feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stressed or depressed. I aim to create a relationship with you in which you can feel safe to be fully transparent and talk about difficult or painful experiences, thoughts or feelings. I hope that through a reflective partnership, I can help you become more self aware but with no judgement.
As a humanistic counsellor I believe that therapy is about self exploration, which can help when you are struggling with your current life, perhaps feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stressed or depressed. I aim to create a relationship with you in which you can feel safe to be fully transparent and talk about difficult or painful experiences, thoughts or feelings. I hope that through a reflective partnership, I can help you become more self aware but with no judgement.
I am an experienced, BABCP Accredited, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (CBT) and EMDR Therapist. Working previously for the NHS in this capacity but now solely in private practice. I am further trained in Supervision, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and a Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Facilitator. Due to working for many years in the caring professions and especially as an Occupational Therapist in the community, I have gained experience of both physical disabilities/long term conditions and the low mood and anxieties that can often accompany them.
I am an experienced, BABCP Accredited, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (CBT) and EMDR Therapist. Working previously for the NHS in this capacity but now solely in private practice. I am further trained in Supervision, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and a Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Facilitator. Due to working for many years in the caring professions and especially as an Occupational Therapist in the community, I have gained experience of both physical disabilities/long term conditions and the low mood and anxieties that can often accompany them.
I can help with a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief and loss, abuse, and trauma.
I understand that therapy can feel uncomfortable for some people, so I try to create a space that feels relaxed and welcoming instead of clinical. Whether we talk on the phone or online, with or without video, my main goal is to help you feel safe, comfortable, and free from judgment.
I can help with a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief and loss, abuse, and trauma.
I understand that therapy can feel uncomfortable for some people, so I try to create a space that feels relaxed and welcoming instead of clinical. Whether we talk on the phone or online, with or without video, my main goal is to help you feel safe, comfortable, and free from judgment.
I’m a BABCP-accredited CBT practitioner and a member of the EMDR Association. I have over 15 years’ experience in the NHS and academic settings. Over the years, I’ve found that no single therapy works for everyone, so I draw on a range of approaches—including Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and EMDR—to find what works best for you.
At the end of the day, what matters most to me is creating a safe, understanding space where you feel heard. We’ll work together, at your pace, to explore your challenges and move towards the changes you’d like to see in your life.
I’m a BABCP-accredited CBT practitioner and a member of the EMDR Association. I have over 15 years’ experience in the NHS and academic settings. Over the years, I’ve found that no single therapy works for everyone, so I draw on a range of approaches—including Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and EMDR—to find what works best for you.
At the end of the day, what matters most to me is creating a safe, understanding space where you feel heard. We’ll work together, at your pace, to explore your challenges and move towards the changes you’d like to see in your life.
Experienced counselling therapist with over 15 years experience working with adults and young people, covering relationships, bereavement, trauma, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, anger , grief, guilt, loneliness, divorce, job loss, infertility, low self-esteem, low self worth, self harm, work stress and major life changes like retirement.
My approach is warm, grounded and tailored to you, recognising everyone is unique. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship where you feel comfortable being yourself without fear or any judgement. I work with person-centred values such as empathy and authenticity, I also work in a practical and reflective way to help clients build insight and resilience.
Experienced counselling therapist with over 15 years experience working with adults and young people, covering relationships, bereavement, trauma, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, anger , grief, guilt, loneliness, divorce, job loss, infertility, low self-esteem, low self worth, self harm, work stress and major life changes like retirement.
My approach is warm, grounded and tailored to you, recognising everyone is unique. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship where you feel comfortable being yourself without fear or any judgement. I work with person-centred values such as empathy and authenticity, I also work in a practical and reflective way to help clients build insight and resilience.
I am an experienced Counsellor, Psychotherapist and clinical Supervisor. The constant in my approach is to focus upon my client’s needs, their issues, and difficulties, to remain open and empathic to how they experience their lives. In this way I hope to be able to build trust with my clients to support them in their journey in counselling and supervision. Clients’ needs are different and unique so it is important to understand their world view, their fears, hopes, and aspirations.
I am an experienced Counsellor, Psychotherapist and clinical Supervisor. The constant in my approach is to focus upon my client’s needs, their issues, and difficulties, to remain open and empathic to how they experience their lives. In this way I hope to be able to build trust with my clients to support them in their journey in counselling and supervision. Clients’ needs are different and unique so it is important to understand their world view, their fears, hopes, and aspirations.
Perhaps you’re coping with loss, guilt, relationship difficulties, life changes, or worries about the future.
My approach is psychodynamic, which means we may explore how past experiences and relationships could be influencing how you feel and relate to yourself and others today. By developing greater understanding and awareness, it can become easier to make sense of your experiences and move forward in a way that feels right for you.
Perhaps you’re coping with loss, guilt, relationship difficulties, life changes, or worries about the future.
My approach is psychodynamic, which means we may explore how past experiences and relationships could be influencing how you feel and relate to yourself and others today. By developing greater understanding and awareness, it can become easier to make sense of your experiences and move forward in a way that feels right for you.
Welcome to Heartlands. If you are tired of coping and would like to achieve a feeling of joy Heartlands provides a safe space to explore and unravel what may be blocking this in your life. Anxiety and depression can be symptoms of old trauma that we store somatically. Insomnia and obsession can be a way of coping with difficult feelings. Learning to gain a sense of self can be a very important first step on a healing journey. I am interested in whole hearted wellness- begin to learn how to take care of yourself undoing attachment issues and relational problems. Address low energy and self esteem.
Welcome to Heartlands. If you are tired of coping and would like to achieve a feeling of joy Heartlands provides a safe space to explore and unravel what may be blocking this in your life. Anxiety and depression can be symptoms of old trauma that we store somatically. Insomnia and obsession can be a way of coping with difficult feelings. Learning to gain a sense of self can be a very important first step on a healing journey. I am interested in whole hearted wellness- begin to learn how to take care of yourself undoing attachment issues and relational problems. Address low energy and self esteem.
I don't believe I have an ideal client. I just think anyone that has the courage to come to therapy and face up to the challenges they are facing is the kind of client I want to work with.
I don't believe I have an ideal client. I just think anyone that has the courage to come to therapy and face up to the challenges they are facing is the kind of client I want to work with.
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I can provide general support or we can focus on specific issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bereavement, loss, or relationship issues.
As a Humanistic counsellor I work predominantly with a Person-Centred approach, offering a warm, caring, empathic, genuine, safe and non-judgemental space for you to talk and be heard.
I can provide general support or we can focus on specific issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bereavement, loss, or relationship issues.
As a Humanistic counsellor I work predominantly with a Person-Centred approach, offering a warm, caring, empathic, genuine, safe and non-judgemental space for you to talk and be heard.
I am a highly experienced counsellor and my aim is to create a positive, trusting environment in which I help you to help yourself. I provide a safe and caring professional counselling and psychotherapy service. I am an empathic and approachable person working in a non-judgemental and confidential way. By exploring your past, the causes of present day problems are often revealed. We can't change the past, but we can gain understanding allowing you to relate differently to yourself, others and problems in order to choose to make changes or find acceptance.
I am a highly experienced counsellor and my aim is to create a positive, trusting environment in which I help you to help yourself. I provide a safe and caring professional counselling and psychotherapy service. I am an empathic and approachable person working in a non-judgemental and confidential way. By exploring your past, the causes of present day problems are often revealed. We can't change the past, but we can gain understanding allowing you to relate differently to yourself, others and problems in order to choose to make changes or find acceptance.
I am a BACP registered counsellor offering Person-centred counselling.
Based in Southwick in West Sussex, I offer face to face, online and telephone appointments.
My non directive approach, as a person centred counsellor encourages a collaborative relationship that is led by you.
I hope to offer a warm and safe environment, providing a space where you can focus on what matters to you.
I am a BACP registered counsellor offering Person-centred counselling.
Based in Southwick in West Sussex, I offer face to face, online and telephone appointments.
My non directive approach, as a person centred counsellor encourages a collaborative relationship that is led by you.
I hope to offer a warm and safe environment, providing a space where you can focus on what matters to you.
I worked with Cruse Bereavement for a number of years supporting many people suffering from the horrors of grief and loss.
I came to counselling late in life and bring years of life experiences as a result. I believe I have a natural empathy and understanding of my clients. Nothing shocks me and I never judge. I want my clients to reach their full potential in life, so whatever it is that is holding you back, let me help you unravel the tangle, in a safe, supportive environment. I offer private counselling based from my home office near Basingstoke in North Hampshire. I hold an Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling and Hypnotherapy and am an Accredited Member of the National Counselling Society (NCS). I offer counselling and Hypnotherapy.
I worked with Cruse Bereavement for a number of years supporting many people suffering from the horrors of grief and loss.
I came to counselling late in life and bring years of life experiences as a result. I believe I have a natural empathy and understanding of my clients. Nothing shocks me and I never judge. I want my clients to reach their full potential in life, so whatever it is that is holding you back, let me help you unravel the tangle, in a safe, supportive environment. I offer private counselling based from my home office near Basingstoke in North Hampshire. I hold an Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling and Hypnotherapy and am an Accredited Member of the National Counselling Society (NCS). I offer counselling and Hypnotherapy.
I welcome clients of all cultural backgrounds and identities and support them with topics such as neurodiversity, grief, loss, relationships, family dynamics, sexuality, health, work, trauma, shame, guilt, anxiety and depression.
I welcome people from all walks of life, and I honour the many ways we can experience identity, neurodiversity, and ability. I have lived experience as a member of the LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse communities and bring an understanding of the ways societal norms and minority stresses can impact people differently.
It is my goal to create a warm and inclusive space for all my clients, so that they feel seen, accepted and safe.
I welcome clients of all cultural backgrounds and identities and support them with topics such as neurodiversity, grief, loss, relationships, family dynamics, sexuality, health, work, trauma, shame, guilt, anxiety and depression.
I welcome people from all walks of life, and I honour the many ways we can experience identity, neurodiversity, and ability. I have lived experience as a member of the LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse communities and bring an understanding of the ways societal norms and minority stresses can impact people differently.
It is my goal to create a warm and inclusive space for all my clients, so that they feel seen, accepted and safe.
I have extensive experience of managing bereavement, domestic abuse issues, anxiety and the symptoms of PTSD.
Do you feel overwhelmed by your thoughts & feelings? Are you feeling anxious? Are you suffering from stress and feel “burnt out”? Do you wonder how to manage those constant thought patterns which go round & round in your head, stopping you from being able to think clearly? What would it feel like to offload and release that pressure without feeling judged or being offered well-meaning advice that just isn’t right for you? Imagine that sense of building upon your self-esteem as you learn to trust your gut feeling and know instinctively what is right for you to enable that change to happen?
I have extensive experience of managing bereavement, domestic abuse issues, anxiety and the symptoms of PTSD.
Do you feel overwhelmed by your thoughts & feelings? Are you feeling anxious? Are you suffering from stress and feel “burnt out”? Do you wonder how to manage those constant thought patterns which go round & round in your head, stopping you from being able to think clearly? What would it feel like to offload and release that pressure without feeling judged or being offered well-meaning advice that just isn’t right for you? Imagine that sense of building upon your self-esteem as you learn to trust your gut feeling and know instinctively what is right for you to enable that change to happen?
I work with a broad range of clients; exploring low self-esteem, addiction, trauma experiences, depression, grief, anxiety, shame, rage or any of the unique, puzzling or unsettling experiences that have brought you here seeking support and understanding.
Much has been written about the healing and transformative experience that comes about when we dare to share our inner world. Part of my work is to offer a warmly respectful, non-judgmental relationship out of which we can work together, at your pace to gain understanding and change.
I work with a broad range of clients; exploring low self-esteem, addiction, trauma experiences, depression, grief, anxiety, shame, rage or any of the unique, puzzling or unsettling experiences that have brought you here seeking support and understanding.
Much has been written about the healing and transformative experience that comes about when we dare to share our inner world. Part of my work is to offer a warmly respectful, non-judgmental relationship out of which we can work together, at your pace to gain understanding and change.
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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.