Testimonials For Support Groups
I came into this program not really knowing what to expect, all I knew was that I had unresolved grief related to the death of my Nana 30 years ago and a lot of unresolved anger related to the loss of my closest friend because of a betrayal. I was very surprised that neither of these events were the first one I needed to deal with, instead it was my relationship with my Dad following my parents divorce 40 years ago. It's a very emotionally exhausting process to go back to specific events and remember/relive them in vivid detail, but it's incredibly powerful. The process that is detailed in the book and throughout the exercises is very impactful. As Kirsten said "it's simple, but it's not easy". I really feel that the work that I did, combined with Kirsten's support, has set me on a path where I can work through all of the grief events I've experienced in the past and any others that may come up in the future. I'm so grateful that I had to opportunity to participate in this group program. It's a game changer!
Support Groups06/25/2019
I had an outstanding experience! I will be happy to recommend this to others.
Support Groups06/25/2019
Debbie was a guiding force and friend from the time we met initially through the 8+ weeks of our program. This program changed my life. As hard as it was some weeks and as many times as I wanted to give up, she encouraged me to continue towards a place of healing and peace. I was able to not only heal after the unexpected death of my mother and best friend, but I was able to grieve the loss of my marriage that ended in divorce years ago and for the dreams I had for that life. Until this grief recovery workshop, I didn’t realize that although I had been through counseling, I was still harboring feelings of anger and hurt. I can look ahead instead of focusing on the past. Although I will never get over losing my mother, I am now able to focus on the happy and beautiful memories instead of the painful ones. Don’t get me wrong, I still cry and get upset and miss her every single day, but I know that these feelings and occurrences are my normal. I cry less than I used too and the pain although a constant within me is a mere fraction of what it once was. Thank you, Debbie and GRW.
Support Groups06/25/2019Participant in Charleston, SC
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Support Groups06/25/2019
Support Groups06/25/2019
This program has helped me with my recent loss, my wife, and it will also help me with past and future losses of any kind. The Relationship graph and the Completion Letter will certainly make a huge difference. Thank You
Support Groups06/25/2019
The first three chapters of the book were most meaningful to me. Grief at this level was something I was unfamiliar with, thankfully, and it helped me tremendously learning the basics. That what I was feeling was not unusual, and to be patient with myself and others as we worked it.
Support Groups06/25/2019
It has helped me deal with my unresolved feelings of pain and loss. It has helped me feel at peace with the loss and be able to move on.
Support Groups06/25/2019
Support Groups06/25/2019
This program gave me my life back.
Support Groups06/24/2019
Having to put the process to paper and graphing time events.
Support Groups06/23/2019
Gave me a formal definition of "grief".
Support Groups06/23/2019Participant in Chicago, IL
it was a challenge for me that is for sure at the start. had some laughs and tears. definitely proud of myself that I completed it.
Support Groups06/23/2019
The structure, format and group setting really helped facilitate a feeling of safety and the ability to dive into my grief. I grew up in a family system that didn't support sharing pain or grief, so I found all this tremendously helpful. Having the structure and the tools for future work is fantastic as well.
Support Groups06/23/2019
The program helped me heal from past grief
Support Groups06/23/2019
The program gave me the tools to use where I can apply to many other losses in my life. It has shown me there are many people who grew up not being able to show their emotions and that is just not right. We need to express ourselves. This program will also help in other areas in my life such as personal relationships. I would recommend the grief recovery method.
Support Groups06/23/2019
Support Groups06/19/2019
Support Groups06/19/2019
This program gave me a new way of looking at disappointment/loss and the tools to more effectively process feelings.
Support Groups06/19/2019
Support Groups06/19/2019
It was an amazing and difficult experience to give my grief a voice.
Support Groups06/19/2019
The program helped me understand how to process grief correctly and how to validate all my thoughts and emotions. My only wish is that I would have learned about this program much sooner.
Support Groups06/18/2019
I no longer feel "stuck" - 2 years after the unexpected, traumatic death of my husband. I believe I have a plan for continued recovery.
Support Groups06/18/2019