Grief Therapists in Queenstown
Many people come to counselling during times of loss, relationship changes, identity shifts, or when life simply no longer feels the same.
My approach is person-centred and holistic, guided by Te Whare Tapa Whā. Counselling with me is gentle and conversational, with no pressure to have the right words or to “move on.” I’m particularly drawn to grief, loss, and life transitions, and I support people to explore their experiences with compassion, curiosity, and care.
Many people come to counselling during times of loss, relationship changes, identity shifts, or when life simply no longer feels the same.
My approach is person-centred and holistic, guided by Te Whare Tapa Whā. Counselling with me is gentle and conversational, with no pressure to have the right words or to “move on.” I’m particularly drawn to grief, loss, and life transitions, and I support people to explore their experiences with compassion, curiosity, and care.
I am a psychologist who offers, warm, evidence-based assessment and intervention for learning difficulties and behavioural challenges; helping children and their families clearly understand strengths, needs and practical next steps with confidence and care.
I am a psychologist who offers, warm, evidence-based assessment and intervention for learning difficulties and behavioural challenges; helping children and their families clearly understand strengths, needs and practical next steps with confidence and care.
Kia ora, I’m Deb, a therapist & mental health professional passionate about helping you find the right insights to unlock the change you’re looking for in your life. I’m formally trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy as well as a number of other therapeutic models to tackle a diverse range of difficulties including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship problems, parenting challenges, childhood difficulties, postnatal depression, attachment difficulties and more.
Kia ora, I’m Deb, a therapist & mental health professional passionate about helping you find the right insights to unlock the change you’re looking for in your life. I’m formally trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy as well as a number of other therapeutic models to tackle a diverse range of difficulties including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship problems, parenting challenges, childhood difficulties, postnatal depression, attachment difficulties and more.
Relationships are an essential and critical part of the human experience. I specialize in working with all types of couples and individuals working on relationships, and I relish in the fact that I get to help couples with things like greater intimacy, stronger communication, and a true sense of partnership. Couples or relationship-oriented therapy, like any therapy, takes work, and I’m grateful to be part of that process for so many.
I also work with children and families to provide wrap-around support for our most vulnerable loved ones.
Relationships are an essential and critical part of the human experience. I specialize in working with all types of couples and individuals working on relationships, and I relish in the fact that I get to help couples with things like greater intimacy, stronger communication, and a true sense of partnership. Couples or relationship-oriented therapy, like any therapy, takes work, and I’m grateful to be part of that process for so many.
I also work with children and families to provide wrap-around support for our most vulnerable loved ones.
Kia ora. I am a registered psychotherapist (PBANZ) and have lived and worked in Queenstown for more than 15 years. I offer depth-oriented psychotherapy for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, perfectionism, people-pleasing and significant periods of change. I also work with people who may appear to be coping well outwardly, yet feel stuck, disconnected or caught in patterns they have been unable to change. My aim is to offer a thoughtful, warm and deeply engaged approach to therapy, grounded in an understanding of each person’s unique history and inner life.
Kia ora. I am a registered psychotherapist (PBANZ) and have lived and worked in Queenstown for more than 15 years. I offer depth-oriented psychotherapy for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, perfectionism, people-pleasing and significant periods of change. I also work with people who may appear to be coping well outwardly, yet feel stuck, disconnected or caught in patterns they have been unable to change. My aim is to offer a thoughtful, warm and deeply engaged approach to therapy, grounded in an understanding of each person’s unique history and inner life.
You may be responding to distress, confusion, loss, trauma, or difficulties in relationships, or you may be wanting space to explore hopes, values, and dreams for the future.
My counselling practice responds to the many contexts that shape people’s lives. I work collaboratively, with care and curiosity, and remain mindful of culture, identity, and lived experience. Drawing mainly from Narrative Therapy, I support people to explore challenges, strengthen connection, and create meaningful change.
You may be responding to distress, confusion, loss, trauma, or difficulties in relationships, or you may be wanting space to explore hopes, values, and dreams for the future.
My counselling practice responds to the many contexts that shape people’s lives. I work collaboratively, with care and curiosity, and remain mindful of culture, identity, and lived experience. Drawing mainly from Narrative Therapy, I support people to explore challenges, strengthen connection, and create meaningful change.
Have you've been carrying a lot and you're ready to finally start facing it all? Something has come to a head and you're thinking, "It's finally time." The good news is that you don't have to navigate it all on your own. The even better news is we can take it one step at a time so it doesn't feel quite as overwhelming as it may first seem. Rest assured, compassion and empathy are a core part of my approach to ensure you feel safe and supported through your healing journey. We can work together to understand your experience at a deeper level and build healthy coping skills to move forward.
Have you've been carrying a lot and you're ready to finally start facing it all? Something has come to a head and you're thinking, "It's finally time." The good news is that you don't have to navigate it all on your own. The even better news is we can take it one step at a time so it doesn't feel quite as overwhelming as it may first seem. Rest assured, compassion and empathy are a core part of my approach to ensure you feel safe and supported through your healing journey. We can work together to understand your experience at a deeper level and build healthy coping skills to move forward.
Hi there. I have nearly 15 years experience of working with individuals supporting them with their mental health. I use a combination of evidence based therapy to work with individuals and promote positive change. I am a trained EMDR Therapist, EMDR is a evidence based therapy that is used to treat trauma.
Hi there. I have nearly 15 years experience of working with individuals supporting them with their mental health. I use a combination of evidence based therapy to work with individuals and promote positive change. I am a trained EMDR Therapist, EMDR is a evidence based therapy that is used to treat trauma.
Things like anxiety, identity crisis, grief, break ups, etc
As a counsellor, I offer a safe supportive space to explore your emotions, navigate challenges and build resilience. Whether you need tools to cope or someone to listen, I am here for you. with compassionate bilingual care in Spanish and English, let's work towards healing and growth
Things like anxiety, identity crisis, grief, break ups, etc
As a counsellor, I offer a safe supportive space to explore your emotions, navigate challenges and build resilience. Whether you need tools to cope or someone to listen, I am here for you. with compassionate bilingual care in Spanish and English, let's work towards healing and growth
As a therapist and Executive Coach I have a special interest in supporting clients to manage ADHD, Menopause, Relationships, Separation, Grief and our relationship with eating.
I am a Solution Focused trained counsellor which means we will look at how your life is now, what changes you would like to make, what is holding you back from that and learning your strengths to help you to move forward. We live in busy and emotionally demanding times and my hope is to provide you with some space to focus on your needs away from the pressure of life and work. I welcome working with clients from all walks of life. We will work together to figure out how you would like your life to be, identify the roadblocks and look at ways for you to make positive changes in your life.
As a therapist and Executive Coach I have a special interest in supporting clients to manage ADHD, Menopause, Relationships, Separation, Grief and our relationship with eating.
I am a Solution Focused trained counsellor which means we will look at how your life is now, what changes you would like to make, what is holding you back from that and learning your strengths to help you to move forward. We live in busy and emotionally demanding times and my hope is to provide you with some space to focus on your needs away from the pressure of life and work. I welcome working with clients from all walks of life. We will work together to figure out how you would like your life to be, identify the roadblocks and look at ways for you to make positive changes in your life.
It takes a lot of courage to reach out to a person you don’t know to work through challenges. I will meet you with compassion, for you, and hold space for your human experiences. We will build safety and trust together as we seek to acknowledge, understand, heal, and integrate what you have been through. I am passionate about supporting the diverse humans I work with to build resilience, cope, and process their experiences. I support my clients to live a life where their minds are a bit kinder to them.
It takes a lot of courage to reach out to a person you don’t know to work through challenges. I will meet you with compassion, for you, and hold space for your human experiences. We will build safety and trust together as we seek to acknowledge, understand, heal, and integrate what you have been through. I am passionate about supporting the diverse humans I work with to build resilience, cope, and process their experiences. I support my clients to live a life where their minds are a bit kinder to them.
Whether you need support in individual counselling, couples therapy, men's health, anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, trauma, emotional and psychological abuse, low self-esteem, personal development, grief and loss, I offer a warm, inclusive, safe, non-judgmental environment for you.
My passion and purpose? To empower you to live your best Life. Acknowledging the principle that humans are interdependent beings, we understand that isolation is not sustainable; we rely on healthy relationships, community, connection and empathy for our well-being. Recognising that shifts in our circumstances, whether good or bad, can affect our, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. My holistic approach goes beyond symptom management to identify and address the root causes of your challenge. "Empowering you with holistic, client-centered strategies to achieve health, well-being, and inner healing for yourself.
Whether you need support in individual counselling, couples therapy, men's health, anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, trauma, emotional and psychological abuse, low self-esteem, personal development, grief and loss, I offer a warm, inclusive, safe, non-judgmental environment for you.
My passion and purpose? To empower you to live your best Life. Acknowledging the principle that humans are interdependent beings, we understand that isolation is not sustainable; we rely on healthy relationships, community, connection and empathy for our well-being. Recognising that shifts in our circumstances, whether good or bad, can affect our, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. My holistic approach goes beyond symptom management to identify and address the root causes of your challenge. "Empowering you with holistic, client-centered strategies to achieve health, well-being, and inner healing for yourself.
Do you need help through a major life transition - to help build confidence, develop life direction, improve communication and relationship skills, manage stress, anger, depression and anxiety, and encourage wellbeing and self care? I can help, and welcome your enquiry. I can also assist with conflict resolution and Short Intervention Addiction Therapy (great for highly motivated people looking to change negative habits).
I currently work with a variety of people including business owners, tradespeople, homemakers, farmers, artists, and students. Preferred provider for Auckland Chamber of Commerce. Registered with EAP providers.
Do you need help through a major life transition - to help build confidence, develop life direction, improve communication and relationship skills, manage stress, anger, depression and anxiety, and encourage wellbeing and self care? I can help, and welcome your enquiry. I can also assist with conflict resolution and Short Intervention Addiction Therapy (great for highly motivated people looking to change negative habits).
I currently work with a variety of people including business owners, tradespeople, homemakers, farmers, artists, and students. Preferred provider for Auckland Chamber of Commerce. Registered with EAP providers.
I believe everyone deserves a space where they can talk safely, whether you are navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, loss, cultural pressures or feeling stuck, et cetera.
My name is Natasha and I am a qualified counsellor registered with NZAC. I work from a relational space, understanding that everyone's experiences and life situations are unique to them. Life, its expectations and demands can become challenging. Carrying things can become exhausting and we all need someone to talk to. I am here to listen and understand what your situation means to you.
I believe everyone deserves a space where they can talk safely, whether you are navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, loss, cultural pressures or feeling stuck, et cetera.
My name is Natasha and I am a qualified counsellor registered with NZAC. I work from a relational space, understanding that everyone's experiences and life situations are unique to them. Life, its expectations and demands can become challenging. Carrying things can become exhausting and we all need someone to talk to. I am here to listen and understand what your situation means to you.
My clinical work includes; Couples Counselling, Family Counselling, Supervision both Clinical and Professional, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma-Informed Counselling, Mid-life ‘Crisis’ & Reintegration work, Counselling with Teenagers, Grief Counselling, lgbtqi Informed Counselling, Counselling with Individuals, Families and Friends affected by Suicide
The experience of engaging in counselling is a deeply personal journey that affects all of us in different ways, and sometimes in ways we would never have expected.
My areas of specialisation include couples work, family work, trauma, men’s work, mid-life crisis, personality insight and supervision, both clinical and professional. These sit at the heart of how I approach my clinical practice.
By talking together through your concerns, counselling and supervision can support you to see solutions you didn’t know were there. It can also help you find ways to manage more effectively and move forward in your life.
My clinical work includes; Couples Counselling, Family Counselling, Supervision both Clinical and Professional, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma-Informed Counselling, Mid-life ‘Crisis’ & Reintegration work, Counselling with Teenagers, Grief Counselling, lgbtqi Informed Counselling, Counselling with Individuals, Families and Friends affected by Suicide
The experience of engaging in counselling is a deeply personal journey that affects all of us in different ways, and sometimes in ways we would never have expected.
My areas of specialisation include couples work, family work, trauma, men’s work, mid-life crisis, personality insight and supervision, both clinical and professional. These sit at the heart of how I approach my clinical practice.
By talking together through your concerns, counselling and supervision can support you to see solutions you didn’t know were there. It can also help you find ways to manage more effectively and move forward in your life.
My Special Clients are Clients seeking Help for Anxiety/Depression, Stress, Work & Relationship Difficulties, Alcohol, Gambling, Grief/Bereavement & Other Issues.
I am a Registered Psychologist (New Zealand) with over 30 years experience in working with a variety of clients from many different Nationalities and Ethnicities using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Data-Driven approaches that provide results for individuals.
My Special Clients are Clients seeking Help for Anxiety/Depression, Stress, Work & Relationship Difficulties, Alcohol, Gambling, Grief/Bereavement & Other Issues.
I am a Registered Psychologist (New Zealand) with over 30 years experience in working with a variety of clients from many different Nationalities and Ethnicities using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Data-Driven approaches that provide results for individuals.
I support youth, adults, and couples from diverse backgrounds who are navigating anxiety, stress, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, major life transitions and more.
I offer person-centred, evidence-based counselling tailored to your needs. I help individuals and couples (Gottman-trained) work through anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Together we build practical tools, deeper self-understanding, and meaningful change you can apply in everyday life.
I support youth, adults, and couples from diverse backgrounds who are navigating anxiety, stress, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, major life transitions and more.
I offer person-centred, evidence-based counselling tailored to your needs. I help individuals and couples (Gottman-trained) work through anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Together we build practical tools, deeper self-understanding, and meaningful change you can apply in everyday life.
Whether you are navigating loss, anxiety, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to face it alone.
With my integrated approach I often use Solution‑Focused Therapy to identify your strengths, clarify what you want to be different, and take achievable steps toward change. I also draw on Motivational Interviewing, ACT, and psychoeducation whilst supported by more than twenty years of nursing practice.
Whether you are navigating loss, anxiety, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to face it alone.
With my integrated approach I often use Solution‑Focused Therapy to identify your strengths, clarify what you want to be different, and take achievable steps toward change. I also draw on Motivational Interviewing, ACT, and psychoeducation whilst supported by more than twenty years of nursing practice.
Shelley obtained a Doctorate of Psychology and completed post grad work in Nova Scotia Canada in 2010. She is a NZ registered clinical psychologist & served in the role of Clinical Manager of a National DBT Service. DBT is an integration of western and eastern psychological philosophies and along with EMDR and CBT based prolonged exposure, is one of Shelley’s preferred therapeutic models for working with emotional regulation, complex needs and trauma.
Shelley obtained a Doctorate of Psychology and completed post grad work in Nova Scotia Canada in 2010. She is a NZ registered clinical psychologist & served in the role of Clinical Manager of a National DBT Service. DBT is an integration of western and eastern psychological philosophies and along with EMDR and CBT based prolonged exposure, is one of Shelley’s preferred therapeutic models for working with emotional regulation, complex needs and trauma.
I also have experience supporting clients through life transitions and the migration settlement process, helping them manage anxiety, stress, and grief.
If you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, stress, or major life transitions such as migration or parenthood, I’m here to support you. If you’re looking for an ACC sensitive Claims provider or a safe, culturally sensitive, and compassionate space to process your experiences and find effective ways to manage your emotions. Together, we’ll work toward healing, building resilience, and gaining clarity. My goal is to help you feel heard, validated, and empowered, so you can move forward with confidence and achieve the growth you’re seeking.
I also have experience supporting clients through life transitions and the migration settlement process, helping them manage anxiety, stress, and grief.
If you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, stress, or major life transitions such as migration or parenthood, I’m here to support you. If you’re looking for an ACC sensitive Claims provider or a safe, culturally sensitive, and compassionate space to process your experiences and find effective ways to manage your emotions. Together, we’ll work toward healing, building resilience, and gaining clarity. My goal is to help you feel heard, validated, and empowered, so you can move forward with confidence and achieve the growth you’re seeking.
Grief 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.