Adrienne Kirk

I am a psychotherapist specialising in one-to-one therapy to adults covering loss and grief work.  I have a Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy, and I also have a masters in Health Psychology.  I spent many years working in higher education, teaching consultation skills to medical students and was also responsible for supporting students who were struggling.

I specialise in seeing clients who have experienced loss and grief.  Even in situations where we do not experience bereavement explicitly – in divorce, for example, or when events conspire to permanently deny us certain opportunities – we can experience this shattering dimension of loss.

It can be very difficult to talk about these issues, others do not know what to say to you, and may even minimise your loss, which can be very traumatic. It can be a great relief to speak to someone non-judgmental, who really listens and can understand the world from your perspective.

It may be helpful to reflect, explore and examine your life with an approachable, experienced and understanding therapist. This is where I can help. Together we can make sense of your situation and find a path through.   There can be a fear of shame or failure in asking for help, or showing vulnerability but actually these are signs of strength. I can support you in your courageous step to ask for help and walk alongside you as we explore your experiences.