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Joanne Reed
Online Grief & Loss Counselling | Specialist Support After Bereavement
Im a grief and loss counsellor specialising in bereavement and suicide loss, offering trauma-informed counselling online and by telephone across the UK. I support adults struggling with overwhelming grief, guilt, anxiety, depression and the impact of sudden loss. My work helps you make sense of your grief, ease emotional distress and find steadier ways to live with loss while rebuilding meaning and purpose.
Availability confirmed 6 days ago
About me and my practice
Im a grief therapist supporting people through bereavement, including suicide loss. When your world has been turned upside down, nothing feels normal and it can be hard to know what to feel, say, or do. Clients often ask, Is this normal? The answer is yes. Grief changes everything: your emotions, energy, relationships and sense of self.
Grief can bring sadness, anger, guilt, numbness, fear, or a sense of hopelessness. You might feel exhausted, stuck in repetitive thoughts, or isolated from others. Losing someone to suicide adds trauma, unanswered questions, and intense emotional pain that can feel unbearable. You may even experience flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, or fear for your own safety.
In counselling, you have an opportunity to explore these feelings without fear of feeling like a burden or upsetting someone. I use a trauma-informed approach to help you understand your reactions, manage overwhelm, and find moments of relief. Sessions are online across the UK, allowing you to talk from the comfort of your own home, at a pace that feels right for you.
Grief can trigger other challenges such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, health worries, or fear of losing others. I help you navigate these alongside your loss. My aim is not to remove the grief, but to help you carry it more gently, reduce guilt and distress, and find ways to honour your loved one while starting to feel steadier in daily life.
Clients Ive supported often regain emotional balance, clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose living with grief without being consumed by it.
Experience
I am an Accredited member of the BACP. I qualified as a Counsellor in 2021.
Prior to this I have had a varied career working across a variety of sectors including law, higher education, social care and the finance industry. I have always worked in customer facing roles and love that 1-1 interaction.
I volunteered with Cruse as a Bereavement Support Volunteer offering 1-1 support online and by telephone. I have also worked with the Samaritans as a listening volunteer, supporting people on the helpline and through email.
Client Feedback
Clients have told me that I have a calm, reassuring manner and that I am able to put people at ease quickly. I pride myself on being able to listen, offer empathy, acceptance and treat people with compassion and kindness. I am adaptable and always try to be flexible to accommodate clients' needs.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Post Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Relationship Studies
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Online & Telephone Counselling (80 hour CPD)
Level 3 Counselling Skills Certificate
Level 2 Counselling Introduction
Level 2 Certificate in Self-harm Awareness & Suicide Prevention
Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems
Cruse Bereavement Foundation Training (Adults)
Please note I am not trained to work with children and young people or to undertake couples therapy.
Additional Information
I offer a free 15 minute telephone consultation to answer any questions you may have and to help you decide if I am the right counsellor for you.
Professional Membership
Accredited Member MBACP
Professional Register
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Verified by Counsellingo on Friday, 31 October 2025
Initial Consultation
What happens in a session?
Our first session will be an assessment where I will ask you to provide some background information, history and an idea of what you would like to work through in sessions. If you have any particular goals I will note these and always work with them in mind.
I can offer short-term or open-ended sessions depending on your requirements and the issues you wish to explore. I will be transparent throughout, explaining how I work, what to expect and answering any questions you have about the process.
I work online or by telephone, it is up to you which one suits you best. If you are unsure just ask.
Sessions will vary and I tailor my approach to each individual client. You might want an open forum to talk or you might be seeking a technique, tool or coping strategy. I offer both. I will build regular reviews into our work to ensure things are progressing as you would expect.
Fees
£60 per session.
When I Work
Evening appointments available. I can also offer early morning appointments.
I can accommodate fortnightly appointments provided you are able to be flexible with days/times.
Therapeutic Approach
Humanistic, Integrative
Video Platforms
Teams, Google Meet, WhatsApp
Pronouns
She/Her
Area
West Yorkshire
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