About Grief Guide
Becoming a mother is one of life’s most profound transformations, yet it can also bring unexpected losses and grief that few people talk about openly. If you’re navigating the complex emotions of early motherhood, whether it’s grieving your pre-baby life, processing a difficult birth experience, or working through perinatal loss, Ali understands, and she’s here to support you.
Ali is a Registered Counsellor and Accredited Supervisor who has dedicated over a decade to helping people of all ages work through grief, loss, and life’s most challenging transitions. Her extensive experience spans oncology, palliative care, perinatal support, family changes, and supporting those affected by sudden and traumatic losses. What makes Ali particularly valuable for new mothers is her deep understanding that grief isn’t just about death—it encompasses all the losses we experience as we move through life’s changes.
With a Bachelor of Health Science (Psychology) from the University of Sydney and a Master of Counselling from the University of Queensland, Ali brings both professional expertise and genuine warmth to her practice. As a Level 4 registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association and an Accredited Supervisor under the Rise Up Model, she’s committed to the highest standards of care.
Ali specialises in helping clients recognise and honour all types of loss, from perinatal loss and fertility challenges to the grief that can come with chronic health issues, relationship changes, or simply mourning the person you were before becoming a mother. She believes our culture struggles with grief, and she’s passionate about changing that narrative, especially for women navigating motherhood. Using evidence based approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, and Neuropsychotherapy, Ali creates a safe, client-centred space that honours your strengths while acknowledging your pain. Her trauma-informed approach recognises that your experiences are valid and that healing happens at your own pace.
Whether you’re processing birth trauma, struggling with the identity shift of new motherhood, or grieving any of the many losses that can accompany this life stage, Ali offers the understanding, expertise, and compassionate support you deserve during this pivotal time in your life.
Areas of expertise
Grief, Loss, and Bereavement specialist
Company values
Women Owned
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