Bereavement Counselling in Watford
Some of the areas of counselling I deal with include bereavement, loss, depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, transition and major life changes, low self-esteem, self-worth.
I understand approaching a counsellor can be daunting. From the outset I offer a safe, non-judgemental, confidential environment where you can talk about how you are feeling and gain deeper insight into any difficulties you may be experiencing. If you are unsure, or you have any questions about engaging in counselling, we can have a brief talk prior to committing to sessions. I will aim to support you to feel at ease in taking this first step. I am BACP accredited and have 17 years experience in supporting clients from a range of different social, cultural, ethnic backgrounds and different gender and sexual orientation.
Some of the areas of counselling I deal with include bereavement, loss, depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, transition and major life changes, low self-esteem, self-worth.
I understand approaching a counsellor can be daunting. From the outset I offer a safe, non-judgemental, confidential environment where you can talk about how you are feeling and gain deeper insight into any difficulties you may be experiencing. If you are unsure, or you have any questions about engaging in counselling, we can have a brief talk prior to committing to sessions. I will aim to support you to feel at ease in taking this first step. I am BACP accredited and have 17 years experience in supporting clients from a range of different social, cultural, ethnic backgrounds and different gender and sexual orientation.
I am a Specialist Counsellor working with adults and young people who are experiencing bereavement & loss.
I am an experienced counsellor/psychotherapist. I consider it of utmost importance that we build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship within which you can feel safe and trusting enough to discuss and explore whatever is going on for you. I am here to listen and will not judge what you have to say. I'm here to help you feel better by making sense of the things that you think and feel and to empower you to make your own choices about how you move forward in your life. You can trust that I will act in your best interests at all times and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
I am a Specialist Counsellor working with adults and young people who are experiencing bereavement & loss.
I am an experienced counsellor/psychotherapist. I consider it of utmost importance that we build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship within which you can feel safe and trusting enough to discuss and explore whatever is going on for you. I am here to listen and will not judge what you have to say. I'm here to help you feel better by making sense of the things that you think and feel and to empower you to make your own choices about how you move forward in your life. You can trust that I will act in your best interests at all times and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
I have extensive experience in supporting people with a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement and loss, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, family difficulties, and life transitions.
As a Counsellor, I am committed to supporting adults, young people, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and work towards more fulfilling and connected lives, with a particular focus on adoption, attachment, and psychosexual wellbeing. I am passionate about helping people strengthen relationships, develop deeper self-awareness, and explore their authentic selves emotionally, psychologically, physically, and sexually within a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental therapeutic environment.
I have extensive experience in supporting people with a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement and loss, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, family difficulties, and life transitions.
As a Counsellor, I am committed to supporting adults, young people, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and work towards more fulfilling and connected lives, with a particular focus on adoption, attachment, and psychosexual wellbeing. I am passionate about helping people strengthen relationships, develop deeper self-awareness, and explore their authentic selves emotionally, psychologically, physically, and sexually within a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental therapeutic environment.
Life can be tough, sometimes, and overwhelming emotions can feel like too much to handle alone. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or other life challenges, I'm here to offer a safe and supportive space. My confidential, non-judgmental therapy can help you work through your feelings and find practical solutions. I believe in a personalised approach, tailored to your unique needs. Together, we can explore your experiences and create a plan to find your own answers and your way forward.
Life can be tough, sometimes, and overwhelming emotions can feel like too much to handle alone. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or other life challenges, I'm here to offer a safe and supportive space. My confidential, non-judgmental therapy can help you work through your feelings and find practical solutions. I believe in a personalised approach, tailored to your unique needs. Together, we can explore your experiences and create a plan to find your own answers and your way forward.
This includes, but is not limited to anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, anger, depression, profound sadness and despair, frustration, stress at work, bullying, low self esteem/ confidence issues, menopause, miscarriage and relationship issues
Counselling is a confidential, safe space where the client is encouraged to think and talk about their inner most feelings without feeling judged. My role as your counsellor would be to help you manage these feelings and explore them to a much deeper level whilst giving you the autonomy to help you find your own personal solutions. An initial meeting/conversation will give us both an opportunity to see if we feel comfortable working together. Counselling can sometimes be a long and painful process, but with my help and experience I hope to help you process your thoughts and feelings in a safe space that is just for you.
This includes, but is not limited to anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, anger, depression, profound sadness and despair, frustration, stress at work, bullying, low self esteem/ confidence issues, menopause, miscarriage and relationship issues
Counselling is a confidential, safe space where the client is encouraged to think and talk about their inner most feelings without feeling judged. My role as your counsellor would be to help you manage these feelings and explore them to a much deeper level whilst giving you the autonomy to help you find your own personal solutions. An initial meeting/conversation will give us both an opportunity to see if we feel comfortable working together. Counselling can sometimes be a long and painful process, but with my help and experience I hope to help you process your thoughts and feelings in a safe space that is just for you.
You may be coping with a loss, a relationship breakdown, a traumatic experience, or finding it difficult to communicate how you're feeling.
I offer psychodynamic counselling, providing a gentle and thoughtful space to explore past experiences, unconscious ways of being, and relationship patterns that may be influencing your present life. Working with sensitivity and compassion, I support clients in developing greater self-awareness and insight, enabling them to make more conscious choices.
You may be coping with a loss, a relationship breakdown, a traumatic experience, or finding it difficult to communicate how you're feeling.
I offer psychodynamic counselling, providing a gentle and thoughtful space to explore past experiences, unconscious ways of being, and relationship patterns that may be influencing your present life. Working with sensitivity and compassion, I support clients in developing greater self-awareness and insight, enabling them to make more conscious choices.
I work with many bereaved clients who have experienced significant loss or losses.
Life is a journey of highs and lows. Are you going through a particularly difficult time in your life? Do you feel isolated? Not sure where to turn? Perhaps you feel anxious, depressed, or out of control? Or maybe you simply long to be heard, supported, and truly seen. I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment.
We can work through what is going on for you and find a way to move forward together, exploring strategies and tools along the way that can help you make that shift you are seeking.
I believe in ‘stronger together.’ Together, we can get through many things.
I work with many bereaved clients who have experienced significant loss or losses.
Life is a journey of highs and lows. Are you going through a particularly difficult time in your life? Do you feel isolated? Not sure where to turn? Perhaps you feel anxious, depressed, or out of control? Or maybe you simply long to be heard, supported, and truly seen. I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment.
We can work through what is going on for you and find a way to move forward together, exploring strategies and tools along the way that can help you make that shift you are seeking.
I believe in ‘stronger together.’ Together, we can get through many things.
Depression, anxiety and grief can really take it out of you - leave you feeling like a shadow of your former self, drain your energy and your self-confidence, and make you feel like you can never feel happy again.
I specialise in helping people who are struggling with anxiety, depression &/or the effects of bereavement. If you're looking for a friendly, qualified professional to help get you through these difficult times, I'm here working online & on the phone.
Depression, anxiety and grief can really take it out of you - leave you feeling like a shadow of your former self, drain your energy and your self-confidence, and make you feel like you can never feel happy again.
I specialise in helping people who are struggling with anxiety, depression &/or the effects of bereavement. If you're looking for a friendly, qualified professional to help get you through these difficult times, I'm here working online & on the phone.
My name is Alison and I have 13 years experience of working with vulnerable children and their families. I provide Play Therapy for children, which allows them to use toys and creative materials to safely play out and express, explore and make sense of their thoughts, feelings and painful life experiences and cope better with the future. I'm a registered member of the British Association of Play Therapy and DBS checked. I cover the areas of Hertfordshire, North London, and surrounding areas. Please view my website for more information and testimonials; www.alisonplaytherapy.com
My name is Alison and I have 13 years experience of working with vulnerable children and their families. I provide Play Therapy for children, which allows them to use toys and creative materials to safely play out and express, explore and make sense of their thoughts, feelings and painful life experiences and cope better with the future. I'm a registered member of the British Association of Play Therapy and DBS checked. I cover the areas of Hertfordshire, North London, and surrounding areas. Please view my website for more information and testimonials; www.alisonplaytherapy.com
Dealing with difficult emotions can feel overwhelming and scary. Are you feeling anxious or stressed, or feel like you are trapped in a situation that you see no way out from? Whether it's your relationships, feelings about yourself or the world around you, seeking counselling can be the first steps to empowering yourself to make positive changes in your life. With the world feeling so precarious right now, and our lives being turned upside down, it can feel like the control you once had has now been taken away. Traumatic, upsetting experiences can all lead to adverse mental health.
Dealing with difficult emotions can feel overwhelming and scary. Are you feeling anxious or stressed, or feel like you are trapped in a situation that you see no way out from? Whether it's your relationships, feelings about yourself or the world around you, seeking counselling can be the first steps to empowering yourself to make positive changes in your life. With the world feeling so precarious right now, and our lives being turned upside down, it can feel like the control you once had has now been taken away. Traumatic, upsetting experiences can all lead to adverse mental health.
Life is complicated, sometimes full of challenges which can become easier to cope with when someone non-judgemental really listens to you, enabling you to navigate a way forward. I am able to offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore whatever difficulties you may be facing. I offer both short term therapy and longer open-ended work, the choice is yours. Each client is unique and I work according to your needs. I specialise in couples, adults and young people coping with the complexities life can throw, often causing anxiety, depression and low self-esteem.
Life is complicated, sometimes full of challenges which can become easier to cope with when someone non-judgemental really listens to you, enabling you to navigate a way forward. I am able to offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore whatever difficulties you may be facing. I offer both short term therapy and longer open-ended work, the choice is yours. Each client is unique and I work according to your needs. I specialise in couples, adults and young people coping with the complexities life can throw, often causing anxiety, depression and low self-esteem.
With over 40 years’ counselling experience and 30 years of training other professionals, I help people struggling with anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, relationship issues, ADHD and abuse.
Drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches, I can help you explore your feelings, underlying patterns and emotions.
I offer a reflective, collaborative space that allows growth to happen at your pace.
I can help strengthen your emotional resilience and move you toward greater clarity, balance, and self-worth.
With over 40 years’ counselling experience and 30 years of training other professionals, I help people struggling with anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, relationship issues, ADHD and abuse.
Drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches, I can help you explore your feelings, underlying patterns and emotions.
I offer a reflective, collaborative space that allows growth to happen at your pace.
I can help strengthen your emotional resilience and move you toward greater clarity, balance, and self-worth.
I am an experienced counsellor who works with young people (13+) and adults with a wide range of issues and problems including anxiety low mood/depression, stress, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, with a particular interest in working with depression drawing from Interpersonal Therapy( IPT).
I work in what is described as an 'integrative' approach, ultimately this means having a Person-Centred base and then integrating elements from a number of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Therapy in order to meet the needs of each individual. For you, this means that the therapy you are provided with, is completely tailored to your specific needs as they change.
I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and change and I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you feel safe to explore areas of your life that you are struggling with.
I am an experienced counsellor who works with young people (13+) and adults with a wide range of issues and problems including anxiety low mood/depression, stress, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, with a particular interest in working with depression drawing from Interpersonal Therapy( IPT).
I work in what is described as an 'integrative' approach, ultimately this means having a Person-Centred base and then integrating elements from a number of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Therapy in order to meet the needs of each individual. For you, this means that the therapy you are provided with, is completely tailored to your specific needs as they change.
I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and change and I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you feel safe to explore areas of your life that you are struggling with.
Are you feeling stuck and wanting change? Maybe you're dealing with intrusive or ruminating thoughts that are leaving you overwhelmed and anxious. It can be a difficult and isolating experience, but you're not alone.
Recognising that you need support is a strong and important first step. I’m here to help. I provide a confidential space where you can feel heard and supported, and where we can work together to explore the challenges that brought you to counselling and move toward meaningful change.
Are you feeling stuck and wanting change? Maybe you're dealing with intrusive or ruminating thoughts that are leaving you overwhelmed and anxious. It can be a difficult and isolating experience, but you're not alone.
Recognising that you need support is a strong and important first step. I’m here to help. I provide a confidential space where you can feel heard and supported, and where we can work together to explore the challenges that brought you to counselling and move toward meaningful change.
I offer a welcoming environment whereby I hope you feel safe to explore your emotions without fear of criticism or blame. Being listened to at a deep level with warmth and understanding brings huge relief and alleviates distress. Being able to express yourself in the presence of another who seeks to understand and support you is a very powerful experience.
I offer a welcoming environment whereby I hope you feel safe to explore your emotions without fear of criticism or blame. Being listened to at a deep level with warmth and understanding brings huge relief and alleviates distress. Being able to express yourself in the presence of another who seeks to understand and support you is a very powerful experience.
I can offer you couples work or one-to-one personal therapy. You may have relationship and/or personal issues and these may relate to your self esteem, trust issues, anger, parenting, problems with anxiety, stress and depression, or you may just feel that your current situation is limiting you. I am an experienced couples and individual therapist and you won't know if therapy can help you unless you try. It can be difficult though to reach out. You can work with me and I will offer you a safe, supportive space. We can talk things through together. Sometimes we all need to turn to someone who isn't a family member or a friend.
I can offer you couples work or one-to-one personal therapy. You may have relationship and/or personal issues and these may relate to your self esteem, trust issues, anger, parenting, problems with anxiety, stress and depression, or you may just feel that your current situation is limiting you. I am an experienced couples and individual therapist and you won't know if therapy can help you unless you try. It can be difficult though to reach out. You can work with me and I will offer you a safe, supportive space. We can talk things through together. Sometimes we all need to turn to someone who isn't a family member or a friend.
You may be struggling with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief, or simply feeling emotionally exhausted and unsure of where to turn.
Hello my name is Virginia Herranz
My aim is to offer a compassionate environment where you feel genuinely listened to, understood, and supported through whatever challenges you may be facing. We will walk this path together, gently exploring things from another perspective. Along the way we can build awareness around the feelings or behaviors that may no longer serve you, and begin to understand what you might need instead. Sometimes we pour so much into others that we leave very little for ourselves. We tell ourselves its fine, that we can manage, that other need us more . But the truth is that it's okay not to be okay.
You may be struggling with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief, or simply feeling emotionally exhausted and unsure of where to turn.
Hello my name is Virginia Herranz
My aim is to offer a compassionate environment where you feel genuinely listened to, understood, and supported through whatever challenges you may be facing. We will walk this path together, gently exploring things from another perspective. Along the way we can build awareness around the feelings or behaviors that may no longer serve you, and begin to understand what you might need instead. Sometimes we pour so much into others that we leave very little for ourselves. We tell ourselves its fine, that we can manage, that other need us more . But the truth is that it's okay not to be okay.
It is important you do not feel alone with your feelings whether they be loss, guilt, fear, anxiety, shame, anger or sadness.
Counselling is about investing time in yourself and people seek counselling for many different reasons. You may be experiencing unwanted thoughts and feelings that are having a negative impact on your life or have specific issues you wish to talk about that are affecting you. Sometimes we repeat old patterns of behaviour that affect our relationships and every day lives. I have particular experience in childhood trauma, domestic abuse, anxiety, depression, addiction and stress at work. Please give me a call or message for a free phone consultation to discuss how I can help you.
It is important you do not feel alone with your feelings whether they be loss, guilt, fear, anxiety, shame, anger or sadness.
Counselling is about investing time in yourself and people seek counselling for many different reasons. You may be experiencing unwanted thoughts and feelings that are having a negative impact on your life or have specific issues you wish to talk about that are affecting you. Sometimes we repeat old patterns of behaviour that affect our relationships and every day lives. I have particular experience in childhood trauma, domestic abuse, anxiety, depression, addiction and stress at work. Please give me a call or message for a free phone consultation to discuss how I can help you.
You may be coping with loss, navigating difficult decisions, facing unexpected change, or balancing the demands of work, study, parenting, family, or relationships.
I support adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including loneliness, workplace stress and conflict, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, burnout, imposter syndrome, low self-confidence, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), career uncertainty, or navigating the work as a neurodivergent individual (ADHD, Dyslexia and Autism).
You may be coping with loss, navigating difficult decisions, facing unexpected change, or balancing the demands of work, study, parenting, family, or relationships.
I support adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including loneliness, workplace stress and conflict, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, burnout, imposter syndrome, low self-confidence, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), career uncertainty, or navigating the work as a neurodivergent individual (ADHD, Dyslexia and Autism).
I know that it can be daunting reaching out for help and that many people never do reach out, perhaps because they are the strong ones who are supporting everyone else around them so their needs are at the bottom of the long list of things to do and people to look after. Please know that you are important too. If you're feeling troubled, I'm here to listen without judgement and I can help and support you to work towards feeling better. Remember there is always hope. I can be flexible with appointments and if you don't have time to come and see me in person and don't like the idea of zoom/facetime, we can do telephone sessions.
I know that it can be daunting reaching out for help and that many people never do reach out, perhaps because they are the strong ones who are supporting everyone else around them so their needs are at the bottom of the long list of things to do and people to look after. Please know that you are important too. If you're feeling troubled, I'm here to listen without judgement and I can help and support you to work towards feeling better. Remember there is always hope. I can be flexible with appointments and if you don't have time to come and see me in person and don't like the idea of zoom/facetime, we can do telephone sessions.
Nearby Bereavement Counsellors Searches for Watford
- Abbots Langley
- Borehamwood
- Bricket Wood
- Bushey
- Chorleywood
- Kings Langley
- Northwood
- Pinner
- Radlett
- Rickmansworth
- Shenley
- Stanmore
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.