Thousands of Sydneysiders will spend Christmas in isolation as the state experiences a range of restrictions over the holiday period.

Indoor gatherings have been limited over the Christmas period as health authorities race to stop a COVID-19 outbreak.

Psychotherapist Melissa Ferrari told Joe Hildebrand this situation brings a sense of loss and grief.

“Sometimes we’ve just got to ride it out.

“This too will pass.”

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