LuAnn’s journey to the Grief Recovery Institute ® began after a series of losses within a 3-year timespan: divorced after 40 years of marriage, a move to another state, estrangement from family members, returning to work, and the deaths of her 3 long-time dog companions. Although she had been a facilitator in climate change grief groups for the last 5 years, being “witnessed” was not bringing relief. LuAnn found the tools she needed to begin her recovery using the Grief Recovery Method®. It was through the Grief Recovery Method® that LuAnn also recognized other loss experiences from childhood (sexual, physical and psychological abuse) that had not been fully resolved. Since learning the Grief Recovery Method®, she has used it to successfully move out of emotional pain, whether recent or from the past.
Recognizing the value of this program, LuAnn became a Certified Grief Recovery Method Specialist® in 2024 and is now dedicating her life to helping others overcome grief and loss. She lives in Western Pennsylvania and works on-line with adults one-on-one and in groups in the Grief Recovery Method®, Pet Loss, and Helping Children with Loss.
LuAnn is especially sensitive to and supportive of others in understanding the losses associated with abuse. She also has unique experiences with the complex losses that occur from relationships with narcissists, and has utilized the tools of the Grief Recovery Method® for emotional completion.
LuAnn is an avid pet lover who has had a variety of animal companions since childhood, understands the special place each has in our lives, and the heartache that comes from their loss.
As a mother and grandmother, LuAnn recognizes the challenges caregivers face today, has worked with children throughout her life, professionally and as a volunteer, and believes everyone would benefit from the Helping Children with Loss program to ensure our children have the tools they need for navigating an increasingly difficult world.
LuAnn’s background includes a Master of Science in Instructional Technology and a Ph.D. in Adult Education. Her teaching experience spans over 45 years in government, business, non-profit, churches, public school, college, children’s gardens, and on-line settings.
LuAnn believes each of us grieves in our own unique way, that all grief is experienced at 100%, and that we can recover with the right tools. The Grief Recovery Method® can be that tool for anyone experiencing loss or grief.