Beach Haven Registered Counsellor
THE BEACH HAVEN

Grief, Trauma & Relationship Counselling Services

At The Beach Haven, we provide compassionate, evidence-based counselling to help individuals, couples, and families navigate grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. Whether you’re rebuilding after loss, healing from trauma, or seeking to strengthen your relationships, we’re here to support you.

SPECIALISED GRIEF COUNSELLING IN JOONDALUP • SUPPORTING INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN PERTH’S NORTHERN SUBURBS • ONLINE COUNSELLING FOR CLIENTS ACROSS AUSTRALIA, INCLUDING REMOTE AND REGIONAL COMMUNITIES
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In-person • Online Counselling

Helping Individuals, Couples and Families Rebuild

Life’s challenges come in many forms, and each one deserves to be acknowledged and understood. We offer specialised in-person counselling and support to our communities in Joondalup and Perth’s Northern Suburbs, and online support throughout Australia.

Services

How we can help

A Family therapy session for grief counseling at The Beach Haven.
BEREAVEMENT & GRIEF COUNSELLING
  • Loss of a Loved One 
  • Traumatic Loss 
  • Miscarriage, Still Birth and Infertility 
  • Pet Loss
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TRAUMA COUNSELLING & POST-TRAUMATIC GROWTH
  • Healing from Past Trauma
  • Life Altering Events
  • Support for PTSD & Anxiety
  • Post-traumatic Growth Coaching
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RELATIONSHIP COUNSELLING
  • Couples Therapy
  • Family Therapy
  • Conflict Resolution and Communication
  • Family Alienation
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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS IN JOONDALUP
  • Small Group Sessions 
  • Closed Groups 
  • Led by Expert Practitioners 
  • Support, Community and Practical Tools
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SUPPORT FOR NON-DEATH RELATED GRIEF & LOSS
  • Terminal or Life-Altering Illness or Injury
  • Divorce & Separation
  • Job Loss
  • Relocation & Loss of Culture
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SPECIALISED GRIEF SERVICES
  • End-of-Life Counselling & Doula Support
  • Legacy and Memory Projects
  • Workshops & Training
  • Creative Therapies

Who We Treat

We welcome individuals, couples, and families seeking support for grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. Our tailored counselling services include individual counselling, couples therapy, family therapy, and dedicated caregiver support.

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In-person sessions are available at our Joondalup Counselling Centre, serving Perth’s northern suburbs.

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Online counselling is accessible for clients across Western Australia and throughout Australia, including remote and regional communities.

We welcome adults and teenagers (aged 14+) seeking support for a wide range of challenges, including bereavement, non-death losses (e.g., divorce, chronic illness, job loss), as well as trauma recovery.

We support couples and families of all shapes and sizes address issues such as family alienation, healing after infidelity, navigating the complexities of blending families, and resolving relationship strain through improved communication and conflict resolution.

Find out more

Book a free consultation to -minute introduction session to discuss your needs and to learn how we can work together.

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Serene counselling room for healing after grief
Welcome! I'm Tracy Rattray

Registered Counsellor & End-of-Life Doula

I hold a B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology, a postgraduate Diploma in Counselling, and specialised training in grief and trauma under renowned experts like David Kessler.

My experience is complemented by registration with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA: 29093) and certification as an end-of-life doula, obtained during my time in hospice care working in Houston, Texas.

Tracy Rattray

‘‘Thank you! I mean really thank you! I'm still decompressing from the weekend. Your guiding questions, suggested reading, and legacy project have already become gifts for my whole family’
JIMMY L.
Quinns Rocks, Western Australia
GRIEF AND END-OF-LIFE SPECIALIST
Certificated grief educators certificate from David Kessler
Certificate of completion for End-of-Life Doula training and INELDA (End of Life Doula Association)
Diploma in Counselling
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When Life Feels Overwhelming

When to Seek Professional Help ...

Navigating trauma, grief or relationship issues can feel isolating, but you don’t have to face it alone.

Consider reaching out for support if:

  • You feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unable to move forward.
  • Your challenges are impacting your daily life, work, or relationships.
  • You’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or feelings of hopelessness.
  • You want to strengthen your relationships and improve communication.
  • You’re seeking a safe space to process your emotions and find clarity.
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