Grief is the natural response to any loss. The passing of a loved one is the most apparent cause of grief, and it is a natural part of life. We will all experience and feel bereavement and grief at some point – and loss is not limited to the passing of someone we care about. We can experience grief from many things, such as divorce, losing a job, the loss of a pet, unexpected traumatic situations, or a loss of a friendship.
These are the Five Stages of Grief that you may experience in no particular order.
Grief is a process unique to every individual. There’s no specific period for how long grief should or shouldn’t last. Additional support may be necessary if a person’s grieving period is prolonged or severe.
If you feel you are not progressing through your grief or are not coping, there is nothing wrong with you. Nor is it a case of ‘you need to pull yourself together and move on.’ You may need assistance from a mental health professional specialising in grief and bereavement to talk to and seek peace and acceptance of your loss. The grieving process can take some time, but you can find internal healing and achieve positive outcomes with new perspectives.
Grief can affect individuals in many ways:
Grief is the natural response to any loss. The passing of a loved one is the most apparent cause of grief, and it is a natural part of life. We will all experience and feel bereavement and grief at some point – and loss is not limited to the passing of someone we care about. We can experience grief from many things, such as divorce, losing a job, the loss of a pet, unexpected traumatic situations, or a loss of a friendship.
These are the Five Stages of Grief that you may experience in no particular order.
Grief is a process unique to every individual. There’s no specific period for how long grief should or shouldn’t last. Additional support may be necessary if a person’s grieving period is prolonged or severe.
If you feel you are not progressing through your grief or are not coping, there is nothing wrong with you. Nor is it a case of ‘you need to pull yourself together and move on.’ You may need assistance from a mental health professional specialising in grief and bereavement to talk to and seek peace and acceptance of your loss. The grieving process can take some time, but you can find internal healing and achieve positive outcomes with new perspectives.
Here are some of the ways that our Unboxed Pride therapists can support you in times of grief and bereavement:
LGBTQIA+ member, Male, Spiritual, Warm and Sensitive
Registered Psychologist
Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday
$192.90 (Private Fee)$96.25 (With Medicare Rebate)
Registered Psychologist (He/Him)
My practises focus onn combining the strengths and skills you’ve developed through personal experience with up-to-date, evidence-based methods to collaboratively achieve your therapeutic goals. I primarily use a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach to understand your goals and identify any barriers preventing you from reaching them.
LGBTQIA+ member, Non-Binary, Warm and SensitiveRegistered Psychologist Tuesday & Friday$192.90 (Private Fee)$96.25 (With Medicare Rebate)
Registered Psychologist (She/They)
I'm warm & empathetic, and love to use humour to develop therapeutic relationships. I value collaboration, and celebrate lived experiences and client wisdom in my work. I'm passionate about walking alongside others as they develop their self-compassion, confidence and identity.
Female, Parent, Warm and SensitiveRegistered PsychologistMon-Fri$192.90 (Private Fee)$96.25 (With Medicare Rebate)
Registered Psychologist (She/Her)
Clients often describe me as warm and inspirational. I have a passion for guiding introspection, facilitating self-discovery, and empowering individuals to achieve their aspirations.
LGBTQIA+ member, Male, Spiritual, Warm and SensitiveGeneral Psychologist (GradDip and Postgrad Dip -Psych)Saturday$192.90 (Private Fee)$96.25 (With Medicare Rebate) $230 – Couples Counselling
Registered Psychologist (He/Him)
I'm a warm, caring, approachable person. I'll be guided by your strengths, needs and circumstances; empowering you to be able to create positive changes, cope with challenges and difficulties, and improve your overall wellbeing.
Confident, LGBTQIA+ member, Tough but Comforting, MaleCounsellorWed & Thurs$130
Counsellor (He/Him)
My counselling approach is person-centred and focused on developing strong therapeutic partnerships and meet clients where they are. I am a proud gay man of colour with a practice motivated on helping clients with personal growth and making self-rewarding change.
Male, LGBTQIA+ member, Warm and Sensitive, Non-religousClinical PsychologistWednesday$235.50 (Private Fee)$93.65 (With Medicare Rebate)
Clinical Psychologist (He/Him)
I’m all about positivity, compassion, and respect. I’m here to really get to know you and your personal experiences while making our sessions a welcoming and safe space. Together, we’ll work on your goals and make meaningful progress towards positive change and personal growth.
