Bereavement Professionals’ Insights

Christian – “Growth out of pain”

Christian tells about how grief changes and we grow.

Christian – “Grief in the opioid crisis”

Christian talks about looking for answers in great sadness.

Caleigh – Play Therapy

Caileigh explains how play therapy, a form of psychotherapy can help children in grief. It is specifically used when working with children and families and youth because it’s developmentally appropriate. They are never expected to sit down and to talk. And it is through the language of play that they’re able to learn about the confusing feelings of grief. They are able to learn new skills to cope with their grief, and they’re able to go at their own pace.

Shannon – Enough

Shannon talks about us all doing the very best we can from the perspectives of a licensed clinical counselor and losing her husband to suicide.

Marija – Permission to mourn

Marija discusses the value of being allowing yourself to mourn

Thoughts on International Overdose Awareness Day 2023

We lead multifaceted lives, and the deaths of those we love who have died by drug poisoning contain multitudes. The death of a loved one can bring intense grief, shock, anger, shame, or guilt. People who use drugs, and those who love them that they leave behind, face stigma in North America’s dominant, settler culture.

Jenn – Your art completely belongs to you

Jenn explains the wonderful thing about art is that piece belongs completely to you and you have the power to do whatever you wish with it . She makes some suggestions as to what you may want to do.

Jacqueline – It’s an Honour

Jacqueline explains why it’s an honour to be a part of her clients healing journey

Amanda – “It’s a gift to love someone”

Amanda talks about grief and it’s connection to love.

Maureen – “Trust yourself”

Maureen talks about finding your own way in your healing process.

Madelyn -Healing and support group for Asian Canadian women

Madelyn discusses the value in having your voice heard

Jacqueline – My Story

Jacqueline talks about getting through the feelings after her mother’s death