The kinds of loss people bring
I provide grief counselling for people coping with:
- the death of someone close
- the end of a relationship
- major life changes — retirement, illness, a move, a change in role or identity
- losses that others may not recognise, and grief that seems to arrive long after the event
How I work with grief
There is no correct way to grieve and no deadline for feeling better. My role is to offer a supportive space where you can process grief at your own pace, while helping you find meaning and adjust over time. Sometimes that means making room for feelings that have been held back; sometimes it means practical help with the parts of life that loss has disrupted.
Where grief is tangled with anxiety, low mood or exhaustion — as it often is — we work with those too, drawing on evidence-based approaches tailored to you.
Grief in later life
Later life can bring several losses close together — a partner, friends, health, independence. I have a particular focus on supporting older adults through these changes; there is more about that on the older adults and caregivers page.
Common questions
Is it normal to still be grieving a long time after a loss?
There is no set timeline for grief. If it is still affecting your daily life, or feels stuck, that is a good reason to talk to someone — not a sign you are grieving wrongly.
Do I have to be not coping to come?
No. Many people come simply because they would like support while they work through a loss, rather than carrying it on their own.
Can I have grief counselling by telehealth?
Yes. Sessions are available in person in Rose Park or by secure video call.