EXPERIENCE and APPROACHAbout Jaclyn Rae Therapy
Specialist Grief Counsellor and Therapist
Beginning her career in the not for profit sector, Jaclyn worked extensively with young people and families to provide safe and inclusive counselling and casework that embraced diversity. This experience embedded the value of connection and safety into her practice and a commitment to the delivery of trauma informed care.
Since 2016, Jaclyn has specialised in the areas of grief, loss and traumatic loss. She is a therapist at Red Nose Australia, supporting individuals and couples who have been impacted by the sudden and unexpected death of a baby or child during pregnancy, birth and childhood. Over the last 5 years, she has also worked as a Forensic Counsellor within the Coronial setting whereby she has supported those that have been impacted by a sudden and unexpected death.
Jaclyn draws on evidence-based therapies and models including systems theories, psychodynamic, interpersonal, narrative, and cognitive based therapies. She guides clients to deepen their understanding of themselves and the concerns they face in order to bring about meaningful change.
Jaclyn’s areas of specialisation include
Grief and bereavement
Perinatal loss
Sudden & unexpected death
Pregnancy after loss & Infertility
Adolescents & Young People
Depression & General well-being
Anxiety & Stress
Major life transitions
Qualifications and Memberships
Master of Counselling—Social Work, University of New South Wales
Bachelor of Social Work, Australian Catholic University
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Medicare Provider
Member of Australian Association of Social Workers
Certified Bereavement Practitioner, Grief Australia
