Trauma-InformeD Therapy

Heartbreak & Separation

Healing from heartbreak takes time, but you don’t have to go through it alone.

At Leia Shay Counselling, we offer compassionate support to help you navigate the emotional pain of breakups and separation. Our counselling services provide a safe space for you to process your feelings, rebuild your confidence, and move forward in a healthy, positive way.

Why Breakups Hurt So Much
The end of a relationship can feel devastating, whether it was a recent breakup or the slow unraveling of a long-term partnership. The pain of separation can bring up intense emotions like sadness, anger, confusion, and grief. These feelings can leave you feeling overwhelmed, making it hard to move forward.

At Leia Shay Counselling, we understand that breakups are more than just the end of a relationship—they can also challenge your sense of self, your hopes for the future, and your ability to trust again. Our counselling services offer the emotional support and guidance you need to work through this difficult time.

Our Approach to

Heartbreak & Separation Counselling

At Leia Shay Counselling, we provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can express your emotions freely and begin the healing process. We tailor our approach to meet your unique needs, helping you process the pain of separation and rebuild your emotional strength.

We can help

Our heartbreak and separation counselling approach includes:

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): This approach helps you explore and understand your emotions, allowing you to heal and regain emotional balance.
Trauma-Informed Care: If your separation has triggered feelings of deep hurt or past trauma, we incorporate trauma-informed techniques to ensure you feel safe and supported. Client-
Centred Therapy: You are the expert on your own feelings and experiences. We work collaboratively with you, offering empathy and guidance as you move through this challenging time.

Signs You May Benefit from

Heartbreak Counselling

If you’re struggling to recover emotionally after a breakup or separation, counselling can help you process these feelings and regain a sense of stability. You may benefit from counselling if you are experiencing:

Persistent sadness, anger, or emotional numbness Difficulty concentrating or completing daily tasks
Obsessive thoughts about your former partner
Low self-esteem or questioning your self-worth
Fear of moving on or dating again
Trouble sleeping or changes in appetite
Feeling stuck or unable to move forward after the relationship

If these feelings resonate with you, counselling can provide the support and tools needed to heal and regain your sense of self.

how

Heartbreak & Separation Counselling Can Help

At Leia Shay Counselling, we work with you to navigate the emotional turmoil of a breakup or separation. Counselling can help you:

Process and release intense emotions: We provide a safe, supportive space to talk through your feelings of sadness, anger, or grief, helping you release emotional pain and find relief.

Rebuild your self-confidence: Breakups can damage your sense of self-worth. We work together to help you rediscover your strengths and regain your confidence.

Create healthy coping strategies: We provide practical tools and strategies to manage overwhelming emotions and navigate this difficult transition in a healthier way.

Prepare for future relationships: Counselling can help you reflect on the patterns in past relationships, providing insight and clarity as you move forward into healthier, more fulfilling connections.

Why Choose

Leia Shay Counselling

At Leia Shay Counselling, we understand the deep emotional pain that comes with heartbreak and separation. Our trauma-informed, client-centred approach ensures that you feel supported, respected, and empowered throughout the healing process.

Compassionate Support: We offer a warm and understanding space for you to express your feelings and process your pain without judgment.

Experienced in Relationship Recovery: Our counsellors are experienced in helping individuals heal from breakups, separation, and the emotional challenges that follow.

Tailored to Your Needs: Your healing process is unique. We work with you to create a personalized approach that meets your specific emotional needs.