Business Details
19 Years
experience
Bereavement Counselling Services in Reading
Established in 2007, Lets Talk About It specialises in bereavement counselling with over 15 years of dedicated experience. Our practice focuses on addressing grief, loss, and associated mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. As a BACP-registered counsellor with DBS certification, we employ integrative therapeutic approaches such as psychodynamic, person-centred, and cognitive behavioural therapies.Our services combine professional expertise with compassionate support, offering both face-to-face sessions near Reading and online therapy via Zoom to clients across the UK and internationally. We prioritise client-centred care, ensuring confidentiality and flexibility in treatment duration while maintaining strict adherence to ethical frameworks.
Services
Bereavement Counselling
Pet Bereavement Support
Depression Support
Anxiety Management
Low Self-Esteem Recovery
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 15+ years of specialist bereavement counselling experience
- BACP-registered practitioner with ethical framework compliance
- Holistic approach addressing grief, depression, and anxiety
- Flexible session formats: in-person and online available
- Client-centred approach with no mandatory session commitments
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)
- DBS Checked
What people say
Compassionate support
Effective therapy
Safe space
Understanding guidance
Life-changing experience
Services
Bereavement Counselling
Specialist bereavement counselling addresses complex emotions following the loss of loved ones. This service helps clients process grief through tailored therapeutic approaches, supporting emotional recovery and adaptation to life changes. Sessions focus on creating safe spaces for expression while developing coping strategies for long-term healing.
Pet Bereavement Support
Dedicated support for grieving pet owners validates the profound emotional impact of animal companionship loss. This service provides understanding and therapeutic techniques to process grief, recognising the unique bond between humans and their pets while facilitating healthy emotional recovery.
Depression Support
Targeted depression support addresses persistent sadness and emotional challenges associated with bereavement. This service combines evidence-based therapeutic methods to improve mood regulation, restore daily functioning, and rebuild clients' capacity for emotional well-being through structured, compassionate intervention.
Anxiety Management
Specialist anxiety management techniques help clients navigate overwhelming worry and fear responses following loss. This service develops practical coping mechanisms while addressing root causes of anxiety to improve emotional stability and reduce long-term psychological distress.
Low Self-Esteem Recovery
Targeted self-esteem recovery programmes address diminished self-worth associated with grief. This service focuses on rebuilding personal identity, fostering self-compassion, and developing healthier self-perception patterns to restore clients' confidence and emotional resilience.
People
Sally Hunt
Bereavement Counsellor
BACP-registered counsellor with 15+ years of specialist bereavement experience. Former HR director turned mental health professional, combining corporate insight with therapeutic expertise. Holds advanced qualifications from CPCAB and Westminster Pastoral Foundation, committed to annual professional development.
Questions
What types of bereavement do you support?
We support all forms of bereavement including sudden loss, complicated grief, anticipatory grief, and pet bereavement, tailoring our approach to each client's unique circumstances.
What is your session pricing?
Individual counselling sessions cost £60, with no mandatory minimum commitment. Sessions typically last approximately 50 minutes, with flexibility to extend when needed.
Do you offer online therapy options?
Yes, we provide online therapy via Zoom, Google Meet, or Skype for UK-wide and international clients, maintaining the same professional standards as in-person sessions.
What happens during the first session?
The initial session focuses on understanding your specific needs, discussing your bereavement experience, and establishing therapeutic goals. We'll determine the most appropriate treatment approach together.
Are you professionally accredited?
Yes, we are a fully registered member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) and hold current DBS certification, adhering to strict ethical guidelines.
