Our Counsellors
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Jo-Anne Craik-Cooper - Coordinator/Bereavement Counsellor
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About Jo-Anne:
Jo-Anne joined the Southern Highlands Bereavement Care Service in 2018, and became the coordintor of the service in November 2021.
Jo-Anne's past experience includes assisting clients and carers with residential placement and respite in the aged care sector and respite coordination in the disability sector. Jo-Anne has previously been part of a volunteer team supporting Palliative clients as well as volunteering with the National Associatiion for Loss and Grief (NALAG) since 2012 providing grief support via telephone and zoom.
"Working with those who are experiencing grief and loss has been a passion of mine for many years, knowing that it is often difficult for people to find support when they are grieving. It is an honour to work in this field, walking with, and supporting those who are in the midst of a difficult phase of their life journey."
Jo-Anne holds a Bacehlor of Social Science, a Graduate Diploma of Counselling, and a Graduate Certificate in Bereavement Counselling and Intervention. She is a Certified Bereavement Practitioner
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Vera Rusell/ Bereavement Counsellor
Vera joined the service in 2022, coming to us with a wealth of experience in grief, loss and bereavement. Vera is a Social Worker who has worked in both private practice and public health, working with individuals and families across a wide age range.