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Brenda Deaves

Brenda Deaves

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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Grief Counsellor, BA MACP

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Brenda Deaves, Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying), BA, MACP has extensive experience providing grief counselling in group format and now also offers psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families. She also specializes in therapy for chronic pain and chronic illness.

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Apr 7, 2026 ∙ 9 min
Understanding the Anniversary Effect: Navigating Grief on Special Dates After Loss
If you have experienced the death of someone you love, you may have noticed something unexpected as an important date approaches. A birthday. A death anniversary. A wedding anniversary. A holiday you used to share. Sometimes, the days leading up to that date feel different. You may become more emotional, tired, anxious, withdrawn, or preoccupied with memories. You might even find yourself wondering why you are struggling when you thought you were doing better. This experience is often...

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Nov 18, 2025 ∙ 9 min
Understanding Relationship Dynamics: Signs of Ending or Repair
It is normal to reach a point in your relationship where you wonder if things are too far gone or if there is still space to heal. While some signs point to a relationship that may be ending, many couples are surprised to learn that repair is still possible with honesty, willingness, and support. This blog explores the common indicators that a relationship may be breaking down, as well as the hopeful signs that it can still be rebuilt. If you feel unsure about what comes next, this guide can hel

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Nov 10, 2025 ∙ 9 min
Trouble Sleeping? How Therapy Can Help You Sleep Better
Sleep affects almost every part of daily life. When you are not sleeping well, it can become harder to concentrate, regulate your emotions, manage stress, and feel like yourself. After enough difficult nights, the worry about sleep itself can become part of the problem. It is understandable to try to fix sleep by changing your bedtime routine, spending less time on screens, exercising more, or trying supplements. These strategies may be useful for some people, but persistent sleep...

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