Heartbroken, and not sure how to carry it?
There's no right way to grieve, and no timeline you have to follow. Grief counselling gives you an unhurried place to feel what you're feeling, make sense of your loss, and slowly find a way to carry it. We support adults and children, in person in Engadine and online across Australia.
Feeling like the world kept moving when you couldn't?
Missing someone so much it physically hurts
Waves of sadness, anger or guilt that arrive without warning
Wondering if what you're feeling is "normal", or if you should be over it by now
Feeling alone, even when people are all around you
Dreading birthdays, anniversaries and the days that used to be happy
Grief is love with nowhere to go. Counselling won't take your grief away, but it can help it feel less heavy, and much less lonely.
Wondering if your loss is "big enough" to grieve?
Grief isn't only about death. People come to us grieving a loved one, a pregnancy, a relationship, their health, a job, or the life they thought they'd have. However your loss looks, your grief is real and it deserves care.
Worried someone will try to rush you through it?
Grief counselling is a place to talk about the person or the life you've lost, including the complicated parts, without worrying about how it lands.
We'll help you understand what grief is doing to your mind and body, find your way through the hardest days, and, when you're ready, discover how to carry your loss while still moving forward with life.
When grief is tangled up with something traumatic, like a sudden or distressing loss, our specialised training means we can gently support both.
Dreading a difficult date? Before the Date can help.
Some dates arrive with a weight of their own: an anniversary, a birthday, a diagnosis date, a court date. Before the Date is a one-off 90-minute session with Sammy, two to four weeks before the day, plus check-in support on the day itself. $289, in person in Engadine.
Want someone who understands loss?
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Sammy Wynn
Registered Trauma, Grief and Anxiety Counsellor, with specialist training through The National Centre for Childhood Grief. Adults, teens and children. In person in Engadine. $150.
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Mira Patel
Counsellor with extensive grief and loss training and years supporting people through illness and loss. Online across Australia, including evenings. $130.
Wondering how long it will take?
All our practitioners work with clients for a minimum of six sessions, because we believe change happens over time, in spaces that feel predictable and consistent.
Have a question? You're not the only one.
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No. You can book with us directly. There's no need for a GP referral, mental health plan or diagnosis.
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Individual sessions are $130 to $150, depending on your practitioner. You'll find all our session and program fees on our Fees page.
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Our counselling sessions aren't covered by Medicare or private health insurance. Some of our children's programs may be claimable under a self-managed or plan-managed NDIS plan. Please email us before booking and we'll let you know.
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Everyone is different. All our practitioners work with clients for a minimum of six sessions, because we believe change happens over time, in spaces that feel predictable and consistent.
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Your first session is simply a chance to get to know each other. There's nothing to prepare, and you can share as much or as little as you're ready to. If you're booking for your child, we start with a Parent/Carer Briefing Session, just for you.
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Yes. Mira offers online sessions for adults anywhere in Australia, including evenings. Sessions with Sammy and Melissa, and our children's programs, are in person at our Engadine practice.
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Have a look at our team page, or book a free connection call with Sammy. She'll listen to what's going on and help you find the right fit.
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Yes. What you share stays between you and your practitioner, with a few legal exceptions if someone's safety is at serious risk. You can read more in our Privacy and Confidentiality Policy.
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Life happens. You can reschedule without a fee with at least 48 hours' notice. Cancellations within 48 hours, and missed sessions, are charged the full fee. Programs, events and workshops aren't refundable, as your place is held for you.
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Our practice is on Level 1 at 55-57 Station Street, Engadine, and is reached by stairs. There are female and male toilets on site. If stairs are difficult for you, please let us know before booking and we'll talk through your options, including online sessions with Mira.
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Yes. The safety and wellbeing of every child we work with comes first. You can read our Child Safety Policy here.
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We're not a crisis service. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 000. For 24/7 support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14, or Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800.
Feeling alone in your grief? You don't have to be.
When you're ready, we're here. Gently, and at your pace.