Joanne Reed Free to be me Counselling Services

Joanne Reed Free to be me Counselling Services Grief can turn your world upside down. It can leave you feeling lost, overwhelmed and unsure how to carry on. You do not have to face this pain alone.

Grief & Loss Therapist / Compassionate, specialist counselling for when the unthinkable happens / Online sessions / Based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire / Evening appointments available / Call, text or email to arrange an appointment or to learn more The emotions that come with loss often feel confusing and unpredictable; sadness that feels endless, anger that takes you by surprise, guilt that weighs heavily, or a deep sense of abandonment and loneliness. When the loss is through suicide, these feelings can run even deeper, leaving you searching for answers you may never find. I am a Grief and Loss Counsellor, specialising in supporting people who are living with bereavement, with a particular focus on those affected by suicide. My role is to walk alongside you, offering a safe, compassionate space where your feelings can be spoken about openly and without judgement. Together we can begin to make sense of your grief, ease the weight of guilt and self-blame, and find ways to cope with the hardest days. Through our work together, many people begin to feel less alone, more understood and more able to find moments of peace. Over time, you may notice a shift as you start to see a path forward, not about forgetting your loss, but learning to carry it while reconnecting with life in a way that feels meaningful again. With the right support, it is possible to feel lighter, more open and more hopeful about the future. I create a warm, open environment where you can really be yourself, say what you need to say and take the mask off, even if just for a short time. If you are ready to start work together please get in touch. I am an Accredited Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I am a recognised provider for Aviva, WPA & Vitality Health. Google My Business:
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It's very cold outside but even a short walk can help you to ground yourself if you are grieving .
19/11/2025

It's very cold outside but even a short walk can help you to ground yourself if you are grieving .

Grief can leave you feeling like part of you is missing, as if life has been split into a “before” and “after” that you ...
18/11/2025

Grief can leave you feeling like part of you is missing, as if life has been split into a “before” and “after” that you never asked for or could ever envisage.

But healing isn’t about forgetting or moving on. It’s about learning how to carry the love and the memories forward, while slowly rediscovering purpose and hope.

Through gentle, honest exploration, I help my clients make sense of their loss and reconnect with the parts of themselves that grief has silenced. Together, we find a way for them to live fully again, not in spite of their loss, but with it woven into who they are becoming.

You can honour their memory and still build a life that feels meaningful. It starts with one small step towards understanding your grief and giving yourself permission to heal.

I would love to work with you to help you find your purpose. Get in touch to book an appointment.

Best wishes

Joanne

Free to Be Me Counselling

Email: enquiries@freetobemecounselling.co.uk

Telephone: 07594 720245

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17/11/2025

Celebrating 150+ followers 🥳

The stages of grief are really useful to help you understand the types of feelings and emotions that you might experienc...
17/11/2025

The stages of grief are really useful to help you understand the types of feelings and emotions that you might experience however, they are not meant to be processed in order and it also doesn't follow that you'll experience all of the stages.

That doesn't mean that you are doing something wrong or that you are not grieving properly, you need to find your own way of expressing your emotions, understanding what is happening for you in the moment.

It's not easy to do but it will be so helpful. If you feel stuck knowing where to start I can help you with this. I have availability so get in touch to book an appointment.

Best wishes

Joanne

Free to Be Me Counselling

Email: enquiries@freetobemecounselling.co.uk

Telephone: 07594 720245

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14/11/2025

The ripple effect of su***de bereavement, one death impacts so many people, friends, family, coworkers, the community in general. Those who knew them and people that didn't.

Idea for a day off? Try a Highland cow experience, it was amazing. We got to do a tour of the farm, brush them and just ...
14/11/2025

Idea for a day off? Try a Highland cow experience, it was amazing. We got to do a tour of the farm, brush them and just spend time learning about them. They are so beautiful and really soft to touch. Very therapeutic!

Wishing you a peaceful and restful weekend.

Best wishes

Joanne

Free to Be Me Counselling

Email: enquiries@freetobemecounselling.co.uk

Telephone: 07594 720245

Website: www.freetobemecounselling.co.uk

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We all benefit from an act of kindness especially when life is tough and there's a lot going on for you that you might n...
13/11/2025

We all benefit from an act of kindness especially when life is tough and there's a lot going on for you that you might not be sharing. Thinking specifically about grief, receiving kindness and compassion in your darkest moments will likely be something you remember and that stays with you.

Do you know someone who is grieving? On World Kindness Day could you reach out and let them know you are thinking about them? A little text, a call, a message to say you are on my mind could make all the difference to their day.

Kindness matters.

Best wishes

Joanne

Free to Be Me Counselling

Email: enquiries@freetobemecounselling.co.uk

Telephone: 07594 720245

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Often in the immediate aftermath of the death you have to get on with practical aspects such as arranging the funeral, s...
12/11/2025

Often in the immediate aftermath of the death you have to get on with practical aspects such as arranging the funeral, sorting out finances, so you don't have the space to grieve. The phone will be ringing, people checking in on you, asking what you might need but what about after the funeral?

When all the planning, arranging and sorting slows down then it really starts to hit you. What now? You've made it through the funeral but what next? What does life look like now? Who are you without that person? You might be left thinking what's my purpose? What do I want to do with my life? Where do I even start?

A never-ending series of questions, thoughts, feelings and emotions swirling in your head in what feels like a very lonely time. I can help you unpack this in our sessions, slowly begin to unravel some of the tangled thoughts and feelings. Help you gentle explore some of these questions in your own time and pace. Help you to feel less alone and adrift.

I have availability, contact me to book a session.

Best wishes

Joanne

Free to Be Me Counselling

Email: enquiries@freetobemecounselling.co.uk

Telephone: 07594 720245

Website: www.freetobemecounselling.co.uk

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You hear the word 'Assessment' and it sounds quite formal. I thought it might help remove some of the mystery if I expla...
11/11/2025

You hear the word 'Assessment' and it sounds quite formal. I thought it might help remove some of the mystery if I explained what I mean by assessment and what I do with clients when I carry one out.

In our first appointment together I will do an assessment and essentially it involves me asking you questions about your background, what you would like to work on together, your health, family, support network, what is going on in your life right now. It's not a drilling, more a getting to know you and understand what you are looking for. It's a chance for you to get to know a bit about me and how I work and how we might work together.

Hope that helps share a picture of what our first appointment would look like.

Best wishes

Joanne

Free to Be Me Counselling

Email: enquiries@freetobemecounselling.co.uk

Telephone: 07594 720245

Website: www.freetobemecounselling.co.uk

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10/11/2025

So often, people don’t mention the person they’ve lost, not because they don’t care, but because they’re afraid of saying the wrong thing. Yet silence can hurt more than words ever could.

In this video, I read “The Elephant in the Room” and share my reflections on what it feels like when others avoid speaking about our loved one, and why talking about them matters so deeply in grief.

Let’s keep their names, their stories, and their memory alive. 🤍

Best wishes

Joanne Reed
Grief and Loss Counsellor, Huddersfield
Free To Be Me Counselling Services

Email: enquiries@freetobemecounselling.co.uk

Telephone: 07594 720245

Remembrance Sunday. Today is a day to pause. To honour those who gave their lives and those who were left behind to carr...
09/11/2025

Remembrance Sunday. Today is a day to pause. To honour those who gave their lives and those who were left behind to carry the weight of their absence.

Grief doesn’t end with time; it changes, softens, and we learn to live alongside it. Whether your loss was recent or many years ago, today may stir emotions you thought had settled.

Take a moment for yourself. Remember in your own way. Their memory and your love still matters and always will.

Best wishes

Joanne

Free to Be Me Counselling

Email: enquiries@freetobemecounselling.co.uk

Telephone: 07594 720245

Website: www.freetobemecounselling.co.uk

09/11/2025

So many people struggling in silence 💔

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