Beach Haven Registered Counsellor
THE BEACH HAVEN

Grief Support, Couples Therapy & Family Counselling

At The Beach Haven in Joondalup, we offer compassionate, evidence-based counselling services tailored to your needs. We specialise in grief support, couples therapy, and family relationship counselling, creating a safe and supportive space for healing and connection.

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 Heal and Connect

When life feels heavy, it can help to have a safe space to talk. We offer specialised counselling for individuals, couples, and families, with a focus on grief counselling, couples therapy, and family relationship counselling.

Our evidence-based services are available in-person for our communities in Joondalup and Perth’s Northern Suburbs, and online for those seeking support throughout Australia.

Services

How we can help

End-of-life grief counselling session with a cancer patient
GRIEF COUNSELLING
  • Loss of a loved one 
  • Divorce & separation
  • Terminal or life-altering illness or injury
  • Job loss
  • Ambiguous loss
  • Anticipatory grief
  • Other life changes
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COUPLES THERAPY
  • Conflict patterns
  • Communication breakdown
  • Stress due to life changes, parenting, illness or loss
  • Impact of infidelity 
  • Emotional distance 
  • Intimacy disconnection
  • Navigating financial stress
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FAMILY THERAPY
  • Family conflict 
  • Life transitions and stress
  • Coping with trauma and grief
  • Family alienation
  • Relocation & loss of Culture
  • Parenting challenges
  • Mental health issues

Who We Treat

Our Individual Counselling supports adults and teenages (aged 14+) seeking support for a wide range of challenges including grief, anxiety, depression and trauma recovery

We support Couples and Families of all shapes and sizes address issues such as trust, family alienation, blending families, and resolving relationship strain.

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In-person sessions are available in Joondalup, serving Perth’s northern suburbs.

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Online counselling is accessible for clients throughout Australia

Find out more

Book a free 15-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, Practice Lead at The Beach Haven

ACA Registered Counsellor

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

My experience is complemented by over two decades of international experience in mediation and conflict resolution. My experience is complemented by certification as an end-of-life doula, obtained during my time in working hospice care (ACA: 29093).

Tracy Rattray

Why Choose The Beach Haven

You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out. If you are ready to take the next step, support is here.

‘‘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 RELATIONSHIP 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 Things Just Feels Too Much

When to Seek Professional Help ...

Navigating grief and 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 a path forward.
From The Blog

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