Bereavement Counselling in Bonnyrigg
I work with a variety of clients, many of whom are experiencing grief and loss.
Life is made up of challenges, some are easy for us to coordinate, others seem to be harder to overcome. We are all products of our lived experiences and have challenges that are unique to us as individuals.There are so many things that impact us in the now that stem from our past experiences of life. Not all experiences may seem to be important, however, each day we have lived has given us an experience which has been either positive or negative. As unique individuals our needs are so important and I will offer a safe, non judgmental space to share your thoughts.
I work with a variety of clients, many of whom are experiencing grief and loss.
Life is made up of challenges, some are easy for us to coordinate, others seem to be harder to overcome. We are all products of our lived experiences and have challenges that are unique to us as individuals.There are so many things that impact us in the now that stem from our past experiences of life. Not all experiences may seem to be important, however, each day we have lived has given us an experience which has been either positive or negative. As unique individuals our needs are so important and I will offer a safe, non judgmental space to share your thoughts.
You may be experiencing a range of challenges such as anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, trauma, addiction, or grief.
As an empathetic and experienced counsellor, I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy while integrating Compassion-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Person-Centred Therapy. My approach is centred on understanding you as a unique individual, helping you gain insight into your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in a non-judgmental space.
You may be experiencing a range of challenges such as anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, trauma, addiction, or grief.
As an empathetic and experienced counsellor, I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy while integrating Compassion-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Person-Centred Therapy. My approach is centred on understanding you as a unique individual, helping you gain insight into your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in a non-judgmental space.
I work with adults facing challenges such as low confidence, grief, relationship struggles, burnout, and the impact of growing up in emotionally neglectful or high-control environments.
Welcome to Open Heart Therapy.
Offering safe, collaborative support through life’s hardest moments.
Are you someone who’s spent years putting others first quietly wondering if your needs even matter? Maybe you feel unseen, unheard, or exhausted from trying to keep it all together. I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore your story, reconnect with your sense of self, and find a new way forward. One rooted in self-respect and emotional truth.
I work with adults facing challenges such as low confidence, grief, relationship struggles, burnout, and the impact of growing up in emotionally neglectful or high-control environments.
Welcome to Open Heart Therapy.
Offering safe, collaborative support through life’s hardest moments.
Are you someone who’s spent years putting others first quietly wondering if your needs even matter? Maybe you feel unseen, unheard, or exhausted from trying to keep it all together. I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore your story, reconnect with your sense of self, and find a new way forward. One rooted in self-respect and emotional truth.
Having worked across sectors with children and families such as Early Years, Education, Health, Social Work and the Third Sector for over 24 years, I offer highly specialized trauma-focused, attachment-based psychotherapy treatment to children (pre-school to 12 years) and adolescents (12 to 19 years) and young adults (19 to 25 years) with moderate to severe mental health difficulties. Additionally, I have over 13 years’ experience in working with children and young people who are looked after and accommodated.
Having worked across sectors with children and families such as Early Years, Education, Health, Social Work and the Third Sector for over 24 years, I offer highly specialized trauma-focused, attachment-based psychotherapy treatment to children (pre-school to 12 years) and adolescents (12 to 19 years) and young adults (19 to 25 years) with moderate to severe mental health difficulties. Additionally, I have over 13 years’ experience in working with children and young people who are looked after and accommodated.
Many people face situations and trials in their lives and box them away and put them in a cupboard hoping to block them out. And one day they attempt to put another box in the cupboard and they all tumble out on top of them. The saying that time is a healer isn't always true. Sometime time makes things worse.
What I will help you do is to take those boxes out and look in them, process them and hopefully give them a decent burial.
Years of self-medicating by constant studying, working, overeating or whatever means you use to soothe the pain and block out the unthinkable can stop,
Many people face situations and trials in their lives and box them away and put them in a cupboard hoping to block them out. And one day they attempt to put another box in the cupboard and they all tumble out on top of them. The saying that time is a healer isn't always true. Sometime time makes things worse.
What I will help you do is to take those boxes out and look in them, process them and hopefully give them a decent burial.
Years of self-medicating by constant studying, working, overeating or whatever means you use to soothe the pain and block out the unthinkable can stop,
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Grief, negative life experiences, and low moods can all play a part in experiencing poor mental health.
My background includes supporting people through anxiety, depression, stress, and significant life changes. I have particular expertise in grief and bereavement counselling, helping those dealing with loss in all its forms. I have worked with charitable organisations, supporting users who have experienced eating disorders and domestic abuse.
Grief, negative life experiences, and low moods can all play a part in experiencing poor mental health.
My background includes supporting people through anxiety, depression, stress, and significant life changes. I have particular expertise in grief and bereavement counselling, helping those dealing with loss in all its forms. I have worked with charitable organisations, supporting users who have experienced eating disorders and domestic abuse.
Perhaps you are clear about what help you are looking for, or maybe you just know that something in your life isn't right and you're at a loss to know how to put it right.
As a Person-Centred Experiential Therapist, I aim to meet and respond to you in ways that feel dependable and safe enough for you to helpfully explore what brings you to therapy. Your pace, preferences, and needs are put firmly 'in the driving seat', so to speak; I work to be both supportive, and challenging, in ways that help you steer your way forward.
Perhaps you are clear about what help you are looking for, or maybe you just know that something in your life isn't right and you're at a loss to know how to put it right.
As a Person-Centred Experiential Therapist, I aim to meet and respond to you in ways that feel dependable and safe enough for you to helpfully explore what brings you to therapy. Your pace, preferences, and needs are put firmly 'in the driving seat', so to speak; I work to be both supportive, and challenging, in ways that help you steer your way forward.
I have worked with a range of clients, experiencing issues ranging from anxiety, depression, trauma, work and relationship problems, eating disorders, bereavement and life transitions.
I have always been profoundly curious about others and aim to foster that curiosity in my clients. I am interested in the ways that our families, culture and environment shape us and in the ways in which people create meaning in their lives. I have found again and again that psychotherapy can help people understand themselves more deeply and bring about changes which lead to more fulfilled and interesting ways of living, as well as to an improved understanding of themselves in relationship with others. I am able to work on both a short and long term basis, with a preference for longer term work.
I have worked with a range of clients, experiencing issues ranging from anxiety, depression, trauma, work and relationship problems, eating disorders, bereavement and life transitions.
I have always been profoundly curious about others and aim to foster that curiosity in my clients. I am interested in the ways that our families, culture and environment shape us and in the ways in which people create meaning in their lives. I have found again and again that psychotherapy can help people understand themselves more deeply and bring about changes which lead to more fulfilled and interesting ways of living, as well as to an improved understanding of themselves in relationship with others. I am able to work on both a short and long term basis, with a preference for longer term work.
I support those who have experienced abuse, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress, major life trauma, generational trauma, betrayal, loss, bereavement, spirituality, work related issues, cultural issues, sexuality, HIV/AIDS.
At times issues and difficulties in your life might be causing you to feel unfulfilled or distressed, or even just a sense of unhappiness within you. Counselling is a process of talking about these issues and working through them confidentially with a Counsellor. Counselling also helps you address your problems in a positive way, enabling you to clarify these issues, explore options and increase self-awareness. I will offer you a confidential time and space to explore all of these in a very supportive way. I aim to work with you in a way which offers understanding, support and enables you have new perspectives.
I support those who have experienced abuse, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress, major life trauma, generational trauma, betrayal, loss, bereavement, spirituality, work related issues, cultural issues, sexuality, HIV/AIDS.
At times issues and difficulties in your life might be causing you to feel unfulfilled or distressed, or even just a sense of unhappiness within you. Counselling is a process of talking about these issues and working through them confidentially with a Counsellor. Counselling also helps you address your problems in a positive way, enabling you to clarify these issues, explore options and increase self-awareness. I will offer you a confidential time and space to explore all of these in a very supportive way. I aim to work with you in a way which offers understanding, support and enables you have new perspectives.
I will accompany you as we journey through what's causing you pain, anxiety, or grief, and provide you with the experience of being in a real relationship with someone who values you and, most importantly, wants to see you flourish.
I'm a relational psychodynamic counsellor and psychotherapist. We'll meet as two human beings in a relationship that assists in our understanding of how you relate to people, places, and objects in the world outside the counselling room. In turn, this will help you to break old patterns, put old ghosts to rest, and experience what it's like to be free.
I will accompany you as we journey through what's causing you pain, anxiety, or grief, and provide you with the experience of being in a real relationship with someone who values you and, most importantly, wants to see you flourish.
I'm a relational psychodynamic counsellor and psychotherapist. We'll meet as two human beings in a relationship that assists in our understanding of how you relate to people, places, and objects in the world outside the counselling room. In turn, this will help you to break old patterns, put old ghosts to rest, and experience what it's like to be free.
I am particularly interested in loss - not only of loved ones but also other losses such as relationships, employment, identity, health, hope; losses which may not have been acknowledged or grieved for.
You may know exactly what you want from counselling or it may just be a feeling that something isn't right. It might be issues arising from the past or events that are affecting you right now - whatever it is, I believe talking about it can make a real difference. Counselling can feel quite daunting at times and I will be there to listen with warmth and empathy; to be alongside you when there are tough times and to laugh with you when life feels a little lighter. Working together, we can explore what's bothering you and perhaps look at other ways of coping with life so you can move forward with confidence and optimism.
I am particularly interested in loss - not only of loved ones but also other losses such as relationships, employment, identity, health, hope; losses which may not have been acknowledged or grieved for.
You may know exactly what you want from counselling or it may just be a feeling that something isn't right. It might be issues arising from the past or events that are affecting you right now - whatever it is, I believe talking about it can make a real difference. Counselling can feel quite daunting at times and I will be there to listen with warmth and empathy; to be alongside you when there are tough times and to laugh with you when life feels a little lighter. Working together, we can explore what's bothering you and perhaps look at other ways of coping with life so you can move forward with confidence and optimism.
I have a extensive experience working with trauma(PTSD&CPTSD), bereavement, anxiety (fear), abuse, mental health issues, depression as well as general feelings of hopelessness and sadness and I will offer my experience and knowledge to help empower you to experience yourself, understand yourself and feel more confidant and emotionally connected.
Through my personal experiences, as well as professional, I am capable of exploring complex and emotionally troubling issues stemming from traumas such as grief, abuse, loneliness and disconnection, relationships, anxiety, depression and issues around being able to express anger. I have previously worked for the NHS in mental health services for 14 years.
I have a extensive experience working with trauma(PTSD&CPTSD), bereavement, anxiety (fear), abuse, mental health issues, depression as well as general feelings of hopelessness and sadness and I will offer my experience and knowledge to help empower you to experience yourself, understand yourself and feel more confidant and emotionally connected.
Through my personal experiences, as well as professional, I am capable of exploring complex and emotionally troubling issues stemming from traumas such as grief, abuse, loneliness and disconnection, relationships, anxiety, depression and issues around being able to express anger. I have previously worked for the NHS in mental health services for 14 years.
I work with individuals and couples, helping them navigate a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement and PTSD.
I work with trauma and PTSD, predominantly with Brainspotting as developed by David Grand. I like to work with people in transition, whether that is relationship, life stages, parenting, retirement, menopause, and personal crisis.
I work with individuals and couples, helping them navigate a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement and PTSD.
I work with trauma and PTSD, predominantly with Brainspotting as developed by David Grand. I like to work with people in transition, whether that is relationship, life stages, parenting, retirement, menopause, and personal crisis.
I have supported many people with issues including relationships, mental/ physical/sexual/emotional/financial abuse, coercive control, bereavement, anxiety, You and I can work together to look at, and address your concerns and issues, going at your pace, to help you gain clarity, understanding, acceptance and enable you to make positive choices and changes.
Hi thank you for visiting my profile page, you’ve just taken the courageous first step to look for help through counselling. Sometimes we face challenges in our day-to-day lives which can be stressful, frustrating and difficult to manage. Turning to someone you don’t know can be daunting and confusing making you feel vulnerable and scared. However, counselling offers a safe, caring confidential space to explore, and discuss your difficulties. I will listen and support you with empathy and respect. I will work with you in an open, honest and non-judgemental way.
I have supported many people with issues including relationships, mental/ physical/sexual/emotional/financial abuse, coercive control, bereavement, anxiety, You and I can work together to look at, and address your concerns and issues, going at your pace, to help you gain clarity, understanding, acceptance and enable you to make positive choices and changes.
Hi thank you for visiting my profile page, you’ve just taken the courageous first step to look for help through counselling. Sometimes we face challenges in our day-to-day lives which can be stressful, frustrating and difficult to manage. Turning to someone you don’t know can be daunting and confusing making you feel vulnerable and scared. However, counselling offers a safe, caring confidential space to explore, and discuss your difficulties. I will listen and support you with empathy and respect. I will work with you in an open, honest and non-judgemental way.
If you feel lost after a recent break-up, have suffered (or engaged in) an infidelity; if you struggle to connect with your partner; if you are unsure of “what to do next” after a bereavement; if you are enslaved to a substance or a behaviour, then my approach to therapy may be able to help you.
By blending Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (to treat the symptoms) with a Psychodynamic approach (to treat the cause), structured within a Family Systems framework (to understand the context), you will be able to improve your understanding of self, communicate and relate better with others, and enhance your self-esteem and self-worth.
If you feel lost after a recent break-up, have suffered (or engaged in) an infidelity; if you struggle to connect with your partner; if you are unsure of “what to do next” after a bereavement; if you are enslaved to a substance or a behaviour, then my approach to therapy may be able to help you.
By blending Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (to treat the symptoms) with a Psychodynamic approach (to treat the cause), structured within a Family Systems framework (to understand the context), you will be able to improve your understanding of self, communicate and relate better with others, and enhance your self-esteem and self-worth.
Whether you're grieving the loss of a loved one, facing an uncertain diagnosis, adjusting to an empty nest, coping with the end of a relationship, or navigating other significant changes in your life, I'm here to offer support.
I am an experienced psychotherapist; I work with adults and young people. I know it is a big step to reach out and seek support. Sometimes even the strongest people need help to work through life’s more challenging problems. You may feel stuck. Like you are swimming through a sea of treacle, and not getting anywhere fast!
Whether you're grieving the loss of a loved one, facing an uncertain diagnosis, adjusting to an empty nest, coping with the end of a relationship, or navigating other significant changes in your life, I'm here to offer support.
I am an experienced psychotherapist; I work with adults and young people. I know it is a big step to reach out and seek support. Sometimes even the strongest people need help to work through life’s more challenging problems. You may feel stuck. Like you are swimming through a sea of treacle, and not getting anywhere fast!
Working in settings such as schools, NHS, hospice settings and a carers organisation my specialities include (but are not limited to) bereavement/ grief counselling, autism, dementia and counselling teenagers in High School.
Seeking counselling can feel like a big step. Perhaps a confusing one. Let me tell you a little about myself so that you can decide if I am the right counsellor for you. I have a COSCA accredited Diploma in Person Centred counselling meaning that I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. I have a creative, eclectic approach and can bring other models into the counselling room where appropriate such as CBT, small world, gestalt and even music. At the moment I offer on-line and telephone counselling, however, post pandemic would also offer outdoor walking therapy.
Working in settings such as schools, NHS, hospice settings and a carers organisation my specialities include (but are not limited to) bereavement/ grief counselling, autism, dementia and counselling teenagers in High School.
Seeking counselling can feel like a big step. Perhaps a confusing one. Let me tell you a little about myself so that you can decide if I am the right counsellor for you. I have a COSCA accredited Diploma in Person Centred counselling meaning that I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. I have a creative, eclectic approach and can bring other models into the counselling room where appropriate such as CBT, small world, gestalt and even music. At the moment I offer on-line and telephone counselling, however, post pandemic would also offer outdoor walking therapy.
I am also trained in loss and bereavement counselling and was a volunteer counsellor with Cruse Bereavement Scotland.
Hello and welcome. You’re probably considering making some changes in your life, or you are looking for help to address some difficulties that may be hindering your personal growth. It may be that you are not yet sure what you are looking for. My aim is to support you with compassion and empathy, and help you explore and better understand whatever is going on for you. I will stay alongside you and help you to challenge yourself as you come to terms with past decisions and make some new ones.
I am also trained in loss and bereavement counselling and was a volunteer counsellor with Cruse Bereavement Scotland.
Hello and welcome. You’re probably considering making some changes in your life, or you are looking for help to address some difficulties that may be hindering your personal growth. It may be that you are not yet sure what you are looking for. My aim is to support you with compassion and empathy, and help you explore and better understand whatever is going on for you. I will stay alongside you and help you to challenge yourself as you come to terms with past decisions and make some new ones.
I work with adults of all ages, addressing issues such as work-related stress, relationship challenges, childhood trauma, anxiety, grief, retirement, and major life transitions.
Welcome, I'm Tricia. I offer one-to-one counselling sessions via video or phone for clients across the UK from my office in East England. My counselling sessions provide a safe, supportive space where you can pause, reflect, and work through the thoughts weighing on your mind. I understand that building trust takes time, so we will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. As your counsellor, I am empathetic and non-judgmental, ready to meet you wherever you are emotionally and mentally. In our sessions, there is nothing that cannot be spoken about.
I work with adults of all ages, addressing issues such as work-related stress, relationship challenges, childhood trauma, anxiety, grief, retirement, and major life transitions.
Welcome, I'm Tricia. I offer one-to-one counselling sessions via video or phone for clients across the UK from my office in East England. My counselling sessions provide a safe, supportive space where you can pause, reflect, and work through the thoughts weighing on your mind. I understand that building trust takes time, so we will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. As your counsellor, I am empathetic and non-judgmental, ready to meet you wherever you are emotionally and mentally. In our sessions, there is nothing that cannot be spoken about.
Is your bereavement overwhelming?
I have a passion for working with parts of self, helping clients to understand and gain control over their internal critic. This work is very powerful and can help with self confidence, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and many more issues. I offer a very relaxed, personal therapy space with a very down to earth way of being and working.
Is your bereavement overwhelming?
I have a passion for working with parts of self, helping clients to understand and gain control over their internal critic. This work is very powerful and can help with self confidence, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and many more issues. I offer a very relaxed, personal therapy space with a very down to earth way of being and working.
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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.