Our Mission
At The Grief Therapists, we believe everyone deserves compassionate, accessible support through grief and loss. Born from personal experience with loss, we understand that traditional support services don't always meet the complex needs of individuals and organisations navigating grief.
Our mission is to provide warm, professional support that helps both individuals and workplaces find their way forward through loss, combining therapeutic expertise with practical strategies that make a real difference.
Meet Our Therapists
Emma Tomes
Therapist & Coach
Emma's journey into grief support began in 2010 when her eldest son's father died by suicide. This profound loss revealed how challenging it can be to find the right support when you need it most. Through her own experience of navigating grief, Emma recognised the need for accessible, understanding support that combines professional expertise with genuine compassion.
Emma blends counselling and coaching approaches to create a warm, safe space where clients feel truly heard. Her personal experience with loss, combined with extensive professional training, allows her to support others with deep understanding and practical guidance.
Qualifications & Training
- CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Certificate in working therapeutically with Neurodivergence
- Advanced Certificate in Grief & Bereavement Counselling
- Neuro-Linguistic Programming Master Practitioner
- ILM Level 7 Executive Coaching & Mentoring
- Certificate in Trauma-Informed Practice
- Internal Family Systems Level 1 & 2
- Drawing & Talking Practitioner
- Transactional Analysis 101
- Certified Grief & Loss Edu-Therapy Specialist
Matt Tomes
Therapist & Coach
Coming from a family of funeral directors, Matt brings a unique perspective to grief and loss support. His background has given him a deep understanding of grief and the unique ways people experience and navigate loss. Matt specialises in creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their grief journey with honesty and hope, using a blend of therapeutic techniques and practical strategies.
His warm, friendly approach combines professional expertise with genuine empathy, helping individuals find their inner resources for healing and growth. Matt's practice is grounded in the belief that everyone's grief journey is unique, and he works collaboratively with clients to discover what works best for them.
Qualifications & Training
- Certified Grief & Loss Edu-Therapy Specialist
- ILM Level 7 Executive Coaching & Mentoring
- Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner
- Introduction to Internal Family Systems
- Certified Executive Function Coach
- Introduction to Clean Language
Ready to Take the First Step?
We know reaching out isn't easy. That's why we offer a free 15-minute consultation to help you decide if we're the right fit for you. Contact us to learn more, or click here to book your free consultation.