By Rachel Melhorn, LCSW In supporting LGBTQ+ youth through grief and loss, it is important to remember the unique experience of these individuals. While it is not unusual for all youth who have experienced a loss to feel alone, a lack of resources and/or support for LGBTQ+ youth can lead to further feelings of isolation, … Continue reading Grief & Bereavement for LGBTQ+ Youth
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How Grief Shows Up in the Body
By Allyson England Drake, M.Ed., CT. During this workshop, Allyson England Drake, M.Ed, CT, will discuss various ways grief affects our bodies, as well as share strategies to stay healthy while grieving. The workshop will consist of a short presentation, a question/answer session, and time for discussion. https://youtu.be/KUU7VtVJiy4
Grief and Neurodiversity
Karla Helbert, LCSW is a national expert on working with grieving children who are neurodivergent. Below are two podcasts she appeared on to discuss grieving and children who are neurodivergent as well as her book "Finding Your Own Way to Grieve". Grief and Neurodiversity: Finding Your Own Way to Grieve - Karla Helbert Helping Youth … Continue reading Grief and Neurodiversity
Patience and Grace During Your Grief Journey
by Allyson Drake, MEd, FT Experiencing grief can bring about many challenges in our lives, such as overcoming intense emotional pain, returning to work and personal responsibilities, adjusting to numerous changes in our daily lives, dealing with shifts in relationships with family and friends, worrying about stressors such as financial concerns or future plans, and … Continue reading Patience and Grace During Your Grief Journey
Grief and Time
by Ashley Nowell I have found myself wrestling even struggling with the concept of time especially as it relates to grief and loss. As we approach the two-year anniversary of my son Calaeb's passing, I find myself consumed by fear. Fearful that time can move so quickly. Fearful that with each year that passes the … Continue reading Grief and Time
When Are You Going To…
by Wendy Boggs, MS, Clinical Intern This Fall, I had the honor of facilitating a book-based support group using Megan Devine’s book, “It’s OK that You’re Not Ok,” as our proverbial north star. Each week, the group of women who participated in our discussions astounded me with their insightful and vulnerable discussions, with topics and … Continue reading When Are You Going To…
Tips for Coping with Grief at the Holidays
Tip One: For anyone dealing with the death of a loved one, the holidays can be a time of sadness, dread, or pain. It can be difficult to cope, especially when you see the sights and sounds of holiday happiness all around you. One of the best things you can do is give yourself permission to … Continue reading Tips for Coping with Grief at the Holidays
Help Grieving Children Through the Holidays
By Allyson England Drake, M.Ed., CT Adults play an important role in helping children grieve, especially over the holidays when new emotions and memories can hit with full force. Children often have trouble expressing their emotions, and when they see their parents hurting, they naturally want to protect their parents, so the children may not … Continue reading Help Grieving Children Through the Holidays
What I Would Tell My High School Self: Thoughts on the Dual Process Model of Grief
by Rachel Gaffin, Full Circle Intern When I was seventeen, one of my best friends died in a car crash. Two years older than me, Julia was someone I always looked up to; we bonded in a French class and quickly discovered a shared love for Chipotle, a really good belly laugh, and long conversations … Continue reading What I Would Tell My High School Self: Thoughts on the Dual Process Model of Grief
Dia de los Muertos
By: Allyson England Drake, M.Ed, CT Dia de los Muertos, also known as “Day of the Dead” is a holiday that is celebrated all over the world on November 1st and 2nd each year. This Mexican holiday is full of traditions and ways to honor our deceased loved ones. Dia de los Muertos celebrates both … Continue reading Dia de los Muertos
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