Louise Bates

Louise Bates My name is Louise Bates. I am a therapist, author, and podcaster with over 25 years of experience in the field of complementary therapy.

In April 2025 I retired my therapy practice to focus on my podcast, blog and delivering sound meditation classes. My name is Louise Bates, and I am a retired therapist with over 25 years of experience in the field of complementary therapy. Author, and Podcaster

Throughout my career, I have provided a variety of treatments to my clients, drawing on my qualifications as a Reiki Master, Reflexologist, Aromatherapist, Crystal Therapist, Indian Head Masseuse, and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Master Practitioner. In addition to EFT, I have received training in Matrix Reimprinting, TimelineEFT, PositiveEFT, NLP for Practitioners, NLP Coach, EMDR, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Time Line Therapy™, Hypnotherapy, and Mindfulness teaching, accredited by The British Psychological Society. I am also an EFT Grief Specialist and I have completed additional training with Cruse Bereavement. These techniques have not only benefited my clients, but they have also been instrumental in helping me navigate my own grief journey following the death of my son, Matthew, in 2016. In April 2025, I made the decision to retire my therapy business and focus solely on my bereavement work. With a wealth of experience and a diverse skill set, I am dedicated to supporting others in their grief journey with my books, blog, and podcast. Additionally, I continue to host monthly mindfulness meditation sound baths to provide a space for healing and reflection. I enjoy swimbles in freezing cold water, paddleboarding like I’m auditioning for a adventure film, and talking to my crystals like they pay rent. When I’m not elbow-deep in soil pretending I’m at one with the earth, you’ll find me scribbling down my thoughts in a journal or just loving life at a live music gig. I thrive on fresh air, deep chats, and being around people who understand the importance of both grounding yourself and charging your amethyst. I also believe in angels - so you get the picture!

02/10/2026

Buried Grief and Dark Humour

Today I am talking to my husband Bill about his experience of grief after the death of our son Matthew. Bill admits that he doesn’t like to talk about grief usually, but he felt inspired to share on this occasion after listening to other guests on my podcast.

Bill has not had any therapy and has decided to bury his grief in a box, in a big hole, covered in a thick layer of concrete. Bill’s advice for others though is to not do it like him! He uses dark humour to deal with most of life’s experiences and grief is no exception. Burying grief is not a strategy I would recommend but it’s important to remember that we do not judge how other people grieve.





01/10/2026

Big Boys Don't Cry

Today I am talking to my husband Bill about his experience of grief after the death of our son Matthew. Bill admits that he doesn’t like to talk about grief usually, but he felt inspired to share on this occasion after listening to other guests on my podcast.

Bill has not had any therapy and has decided to bury his grief in a box, in a big hole, covered in a thick layer of concrete. Bill’s advice for others though is to not do it like him! He uses dark humour to deal with most of life’s experiences and grief is no exception. Burying grief is not a strategy I would recommend but it’s important to remember that we do not judge how other people grieve.





30/09/2026

We Have A Long Way To Go!

Grief is a universal experience and we all do it differently. Unfortunately, society tends to shy away from these conversations but I am on a mission to help society become more grief literate.

If you would like to find out more about my work and what I do check out my biog.

Monday 5th October at 3pm - Escape To The Country. Yes we were filmed back in May with the lovely Sonali Shah but did th...
29/09/2026

Monday 5th October at 3pm - Escape To The Country. Yes we were filmed back in May with the lovely Sonali Shah but did they find our dream property in Anglesey?
You will have to watch the programme to find out. :)

Sonali Shah helps a couple swap a Warwickshire spa town for the island of Anglesey.

29/09/2026

I Find Comfort In Signs

Grief is a universal experience and we all do it differently.
Unfortunately, society tends to shy away from these conversations but I am on a mission to help society become more grief literate.

We need to talk about grief. People need to hear these conversations. I did this short presentation in Leamington Spa at a PechaKucha event.

If you would like to find out more about my work and what I do check out my biog.





28/09/2026

Grief Needs Validating!

In this video, I share my journey through grief and loss at the Dead Good Death Festival. After the death of my son Matthew in 2016, I went on to write two books on the subject. I also have a blog and a podcast. For more infomation please check out my biog.




25/09/2026

You Can Bake Them A Cake!

Grief is a universal experience and we all do it differently.
Unfortunately, society tends to shy away from these conversations but I am on a mission to help society become more grief literate.

We need to talk about grief. People need to hear these conversations. I did this short presentation in Leamington Spa at a PechaKucha event.

If you would like to find out more about my work and what I do check out my biog.





24/09/2026

The Magic Formula!

In this video, I share my journey through grief and loss at the Dead Good Death Festival. After the death of my son Matthew in 2016, I went on to write two books on the subject. I also have a blog and a podcast. For more infomation please check out my biog.




23/09/2026

I’m Working On It!

Grief is a universal experience and we all do it differently.
Unfortunately, society tends to shy away from these conversations but I am on a mission to help society become more grief literate.

We need to talk about grief. People need to hear these conversations. I did this short presentation in Leamington Spa at a PechaKucha event.

If you would like to find out more about my work and what I do check out my biog.





22/09/2026

I Dug Myself A Hole! Extract from A Gift for Grief podcast episode 13.
For details check out my biog.




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