Ann Kimura, B.A., MSTC
Foundational Certification
Online Capabilities Trained
Email Specialist
Programs Presented In
English
Hello, my name is Ann Kimura. I have been a Grief Recovery Specialist for the last 20 years. I became a specialist after taking the original 12 week course as a student. I then was trained and certified by GR program co-founder Russell Friedman soon afterwards.
The Grief Recovery Method helped my heart and mind quickly shift in a positive way in regards to a very painful relationship with one of my closest relatives. The forgiveness and completeness I was able to achieve after completing the program was amazing and nothing I had ever experienced with professional counseling. I knew I had to learn how to teach this process to others so that they too could experience the relief and freedom that I had experienced in such a short time.
Previous to becoming a specialist, I received a Bachelor's in Child Development and a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential in the State of California and taught public school full-time for 15 years. I am currently a Certified Christian Life Coach and Children's Independent Bookshop owner.
I look forward to bringing the Grief Recovery Method to individuals who have yet to find an effective method to deal with the pain they've experienced in relationships both with those living as well as with those who have died. My hope is also to help many parents, grandparents and teachers learn the tools needed to help children find their own healing and freedom from grief.
I offer online support as well as in person programs in the Greater Austin area of Texas. Please reach out with any questions. The one on one individual program is available as well as a group program and rate for groups of 4 or more.
Ann is also available to teach "Helping Children with Loss" classes to educators and parents in public and private schools in the local community. Please email her at [email protected] today or click on "Schedule a Call" to schedule a 15 minute no-cost consultation.
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This program is for people who prefer to work one-on-one rather than in a group setting. The 7-session format utilizes the same proven materials as the group programs and can be completed in-person or online with a Grief Recovery Method Specialist specifically trained to help people move through loss with dignity and respect.
The vast majority of parents find themselves at a loss when trying to help their children deal with any grieving experience that impacts them. This 4-week program is designed to teach parents, and others who work with children, the necessary tools to help children effectively deal with their broken hearts, no matter the loss they are facing.
Our support groups offer a safe, evidence-based environment for grievers to take effective and lasting action, no matter the type of loss experienced. These groups are led by Grief Recovery Method Specialists, trained and certified by the Grief Recovery Institute.