Testimonials For Support Groups
Support Groups06/11/2019
The Grief Recovery Method helped me to work through some thoughts and feelings about my loss that I had not allowed to come to the surface. I am so glad that I did it and have grown tremendously as a result. I am grateful that this option exists as a way of addressing loss in a healthy and reflective manner.
Support Groups06/10/2019
It has helped me to look at loss in quite a different way and to look at the multiple ways in which loss can also be gain. I know myself better in that I have a strength that I didn't recognize before.
Support Groups06/06/2019
Grief is a long and winding road, and along the way certain people and experiences offer rest and encouragement. The Grief Recovery Method was one of these rest stops for me. Being able to talk about the pain and confusion that came with my loss allowed me to step outside of it for a moment and to breathe. The ideas presented and the work required gave back a little bit of control not over what happens in life, but over how I respond. The support of the facilitator and the other participants was both sweet and empowering. While my journey is far from finished, I am grateful for this program and the insights that I gained from it.
Support Groups06/06/2019Participant in Tucson, Arizona
The Grief Recovery Method is amazing! Amazingly effective! I am doing extremely well , so much extra energy after completing, that i didnt know was tied up in old losses. So many little unfinished projects and repairs getting fixed after years of sort of being on hold. Including losing weight. (could it be just a coincidence?,...but nothing else changed....hmmm) So very grateful i found a grief recovery partner, listener. Thank you!
Support Groups06/05/2019Participant in Dundee, Oregon
Support Groups06/05/2019Participant in San Antonio , Texas
I was surprised that my friend recommended I take a class on grief when I confided my pain over a relationship in my life. However, I took her advice and signed up. I am glad I did. I found it helpful not only for that relationship, but in dealing with other losses in my life.
Support Groups06/04/2019
See previous comments.
Support Groups06/04/2019
I came into the program thinking that I didn't have any unresolved grief or loss, but I learned that this Grief Recovery Method encompasses so much more than death or divorce. I realized that I was holding compacted painful feelings and experiences from my childhood, and that my relationship with a family member was still strained and suffering as a result of that loss of trust. This program encouraged me to consider and discuss those experiences, and to ultimately find a sense of completion in that relationship. I came away feeling a sense of lightness, as well feeling gratitude for the facilitators who listened to me and supported me through this process.
Support Groups06/04/2019
Helped greatly to deal with my issues of grief and loss that I haven't dealt with prior. Love the actual structure, that along with Bill helped immensely.
Support Groups06/03/2019Participant in Toms River, NJ
Support Groups06/03/2019Participant in Lexington, KY
The system worked well for me. Despite the recent and still painful death of Mother I realized that the program helped me forgive and apologize to my Father and understand our relationship.
Support Groups06/03/2019
It has helped me recognize that the effects of my losses has hindered me for so many years. And it has helped me gain a perspective and understanding. And has helped me gain a better insight to begin my healing process. Thank you for bringing this group to VSP.
Support Groups06/01/2019
Yes, the program has worked for me. I was able to let go of some brokenness, long suffering sorrow, and grief. I've learned to be a better listener and more of those who are grieving. Thank you, I look forward to sharing my experience with others.
Support Groups06/01/2019
It's helped me to understand myself and my journey of continuing healing process and not be defined by my past.
Support Groups06/01/2019
I was able to give that space for the grief and hold that space for that unfinished emotion. This also allowed me to understand that when that space is created it can continue regardless where I'm at in life. Plus it removed the mask where I didn't have to hide behind unfinished emotions.
Support Groups06/01/2019
This was one of the most useful groups I've taken (I've taken a lot). The method used proved to be accessible and effective. I feel a tremendous sense of closure from the work I've done using The Grief Recovery Method. Thanks!
Support Groups06/01/2019
I understand grief with a clearer view.
Support Groups06/01/2019
The program has helped me understand my grief and use coping skills so I can move forward but most of all recover from many of my underlying issues...
Support Groups06/01/2019
Eye opener on how to apply 'common sense' and correct the 'standard' of grief responses to proper, compassionate LISTENING. Thank you!
Support Groups06/01/2019
It has taught me to understand grief in myself and others. I have something tangible to do to recover from grief now through re-following the process. I am really grateful for this excellent curriculum and program.
Support Groups06/01/2019
It made me realize that my very first grief incident affected my entire adult life because I didn't know how to process my loss.
Support Groups06/01/2019
I understand what bringing a relationship to completion is truly about. This also aided me in releasing relationship resentments.
Support Groups06/01/2019
Helped me learn how to let go of the pain and move forward.
Support Groups06/01/2019