Love & Loss
Grief Counselling

Name: admin@loveandloss.com.au
Address: 180 Macleod Street, Bairnsdale, VIC, 3875, AU
Telephone: 0438 353 229

Grief can be brutal......

I'm glad you have found me.

Karen Ellingsen - Grief & Loss Counsellor

Has someone you love died? Has a significant relationship come to an end? Have you lost something that was important to you? Have you lost your adored pet? Is the future you imagined for yourself no longer possible? Are you dealing with a terminal illness?

There are many reasons why you may grieving.

Simply put, grief is a response to a loss in your life ....... or a change you did not want

And no matter where it comes from, grief is as individual as your fingerprint.

No two people grieve the same, not even siblings. This can make it hard to share your grief with others, who don't understand your feelings. You may be judging yourself, thinking you aren't reacting normally, because your grief is different to those around you. There is no 'right' way to grieve. Your grief is normal, because it is your grief.

Are you finding it difficult to get through each day? Do you feel like your whole world is spinning?

Talking helps.

I'm here to listen to and witness your grief.

How can I help you?

If you're grieving something precious, feeling understood and heard can be exactly what you need.

I started Love & Loss Grief Counselling to provide a safe place where your journey through grief is met with compassion, understanding and support. An opportunity for you to talk about whatever is on your mind, free from judgement while you navigate the complexities of loss.

I'll listen to your story and provide guidance to understand your grief reactions. Together we'll explore ideas to honor your loss, create meaningful connections and develop ideas to make life more manageable.

Services

"A Certified Grief Educator is committed to providing the highest level of grief support through education, experience, and insights into the often unacknowledged rocky terrain of grief.

Certified Grief Educators completed a certificate program designed by world-renowned grief expert, David Kessler. They bring his unique methodology, tools, and decades of experience to help people navigate the challenges of grief."

Qualifications
&
Affiliations

I have worked in community case management for 25 years, supporting people during their toughest of times.

I went on to complete Diploma of Counselling with Study Major in Grief and Loss. I'm a volunteer helper with Griefline and completed Grief Educator Certification. I'm a registered member of the Australian Counselling Association.