Testimonials For One-on-One Support
One-on-One Support09/08/2020Participant in Honolulu, HI
In doing the homework assignments of the grafts it made me reflect on past relationships with Me and my spouse and made me realize all the good stuff I forgot about and the bad rough timeS are not as bad as I made them out to be. That is what made me think differently and in a more positive way. That is what is helping me heal.
One-on-One Support09/08/2020Participant in Edmonton, Alberta
While I have participated in years of counseling and I have an education in psychology & counseling, the GRM provided excellent tools and support for effective processing of loss. The program allowed me to focus on the relationship most needing my attention. I want these gains in freedom for those I love who suffer from the wounds that come with life losses & grief.
One-on-One Support09/08/2020Participant in Princeton, NJ
This program is amazing. It really works, but you have to be totally and completely honest with yourself and ask yourself the hard questions that only you know. The book and the facilitator together are the perfect match. I did this program with a facilitator and highly recommend you use one.
One-on-One Support09/08/2020Participant in Overland Park , Kansas
This program is fascinating and so helpful. Our knowledge of grief is so limited and finally having a tool to complete old losses is so powerful!!
One-on-One Support09/05/2020Participant in Redmond, WA
I came upon the GRM by chance from a friend. My husband had a stroke in March 2019. I was completely thrown for a loop and charged on regardless doing all the things that needed to be done for his care. His stroke was severe and he didn't come home for 91 days. At some point in the fall, I realized I needed to get some help for myself. I was very anxious all the time and I felt stressed out. I found a phycologist and went to her 3 times. It did not work out. I was looking for another one when the Covid virus happened so I didn't continue to look. By May of 2020, I was desperate to find someone to talk with. As I said, a friend came across this program on the internet. She told me about it and I looked into it and Cindy Cook. When I did call Cindy, she spent about an hour on the phone with me, listening to ‘my story'. She asked a few questions, told me about the program but really just listened. She felt the GRM program would be something that could help me. My loss is a somewhat unique situation where I am grieving the loss of my life as it was before my husband's stroke. The program is such that what happens in session, stays in session. A unique bond is created with trust, an open heart and listening ears. We worked each week following the steps of the program. Cindy is very open and shares some of her stories and losses from her life so when she was helping me, I understood that she could relate to me from a loss/grief perspective. The program is hard work. Mentally. You have to think about everything, get in touch with your feelings, every little thing that brought you to this place is part of your recovery. Cindy is patient, kind, compassionate and helps to lead you to things you don't even think about. And she does all this in the most caring way. The program gave me tools to use after the sessions were over. It gave me new ways to think about what I say to myself, about myself and how to be kind to myself. I feel more confident, stronger and able to make the decisions that will come up in the future. I choose how I want to react to a situation now instead of stressing out or getting anxious. I would highly recommend this program for anyone grieving a loss. Cindy was the right person for me and I would recommend checking out her web page. I was able to meet in person, but she also does zoom sessions very effectively.
One-on-One Support09/03/2020Participant in VANCOUVER, WA
I have learned how to move on from unmet hopes, dreams and expectations in my relationship My father. Not only that, I have learned to forgive him in areas I didn't realize I needed to. This has lifted the burden of unresolved grief that I held for many years. I am very thankful for grief recovery.
One-on-One Support09/03/2020Participant in Honolulu, Hawaii
Given me a deeper more intricate understanding of grief and loss. It also provided coping tools that have been so helpful to share with my family and friends as well.
One-on-One Support09/03/2020Participant in Courtenay, BC
Grief Recovery helped my process my loss and the history of our relationship in such a way to see both the ups and downs of our life together in balance. (The “bedevilment” vs. “enshrinement” balance was very much needed for me.) The feedback and encouragement I received from Agnes was very motivating and helped me be thorough. She also didn't chide me for being a little long if necessary. Her personal experiences shared as examples were sincere and helpful.
One-on-One Support09/01/2020Participant in Forest Falls, CA
I was in the middle of my divorce when I quickly fell in love with one of my long time friends...I brought so much of my baggage with me that I threatened to sabotage my new relationship and myself. I jumped at the chance to work through my divorce so I could be fully engaged with myself and with my new partner. Within the first couple paragraphs of reading, I felt better. All the things I was experiencing, felt normal for the first time. Throughout the course, I went through an array of emotions and was able let go of my shame and guilt surrounding the divorce as well as a lot of anger I didn't realize I'd been holding onto. Now I can look back with and the see the whole picture of my relationship. I appreciate it for what it was, but it no longer cripples me.
One-on-One Support09/01/2020Participant in San Diego, CA
I found the program to give me closure on an issued that took place over 45 years ago. As a hospital chaplain, I have found this program to be of the utmost importance and my facilitator's desire to help others is a beacon of light in a time when we (the world) need it the most.
One-on-One Support09/01/2020Participant in Sun Prairie, WI
The tools from The Grief Recovery Method are invaluable. I have a new skill set that I will use in my daily life.
One-on-One Support08/31/2020Participant in Santa Clarita, CA
The Grief Recovery Method has helped me better understand the losses that have occurred in my life. It has helped me discern and speak my truth through the homework and activities done with the specialist. The specialist was a very understanding and caring individual that took the time to help me realize and take in the grief recovery method. Her professionalism helped me better understand my grief journey and helped me take the next steps in order to feel complete and heard. The program has given me a sense of peace with the losses in my life. It has allowed me to let go of my hurts and has made me aware of my triggers. I am thankful to Mrs. Kagawa ,her professionalism was outstanding. I felt safe, heard and supported by her. I was so profoundly touched by the program and Mrs. Kagawa that I encouraged my own daughter to take the journey with her. Thank you again for letting me part of the Grief Recovery it has open my heart to a new trust and peace that I didn't think was possible.
One-on-One Support08/31/2020Participant in Mililani, Hawaii
I learned how do deal with grief 20 yrs old
One-on-One Support08/31/2020Participant in Phoenix, AZ
The Grief Recovery Method, with the help of my facilitator Megan, was exactly what I needed to help me complete my difficult relationship with my father. I struggled for 29 years with this emotional burden, and now I cannot believe the progress I have made - not only in my relationship but as a person who now understands that I was not broken, but grieving. This program is wonderful.
One-on-One Support08/30/2020Participant in Hamilton, ON
It has helped me process the loss of my Son. It has helped to put things in perspective and helped me to move forward with the loss of my dear son
One-on-One Support08/29/2020Participant in phoenix, Arizona
One-on-One Support08/28/2020Participant in Pensacola, FL
One-on-One Support08/27/2020Participant in Hermosa, SD
The program not only allowed me to let go of regrets I was holding about my 43 year marriage and my husband but gave me deep insights about issues with my mother that had affected my whole life and that years of therapy had not resolved. The person who recommended this program to me would say little up front except that it would be life-altering and it truly has been that. I'm in a much better frame of mind to move forward with whatever my life will be after losing my husband.
One-on-One Support08/27/2020Participant in Vancover, WA
i feel lighter. like a weight has ben lifted.
One-on-One Support08/26/2020Participant in Centerville, Mass
I read every bio on the website and decided to reach out to Sara because she had experienced a similar loss to my loss as a child. I am in awe of all this program has to offer. I feel as though I made more progress in my seven week grief recovery program than I did in a year of psycho-therapy. I was given the tools to deal with all my losses, and I am looking forward to continuing to heal and find the joy and blessings in my life. I am beyond grateful.
One-on-One Support08/26/2020Participant in Battleboro, North Carolina
The Grief Recovery Method has started me unlearning the ways that I was raised dealing with loss. All the carefully thought-out steps helped me with my outlook on what's considered a loss, & to allow myself to feel the pain without judgment. I joined this program after my husband asked for a divorce. But, as I progressed through the classes I learned there were other losses that I never properly grieved nor healed from. It left me feeling refreshed, hopeful, & ready to move on to using these methods regarding my divorce, & other relationships.
One-on-One Support08/25/2020Participant in Concord, California
My sister, who had been my closest friend, had a mental breakdown and became incapacitated with addiction and mental illness, and has remained so for years. It had never occurred to me that my experiences of deep sadness, feeling numb, and continually being distracted, might be caused by grief. She wasn't dead. But my grief was the grief of an incomplete relationship and an emotionally devastating loss of trust. Completing this loss through the Grief Recovery Program has given me freedom in my heart, and mind, to find joy in my days and be fully present with my family, friends and work. I feel more courageous and clear-headed in my daily life. Everyone who.is suffering loss could benefit from this guided grief recovery program.
One-on-One Support08/22/2020Participant in Medford, OR
The program has really helped me. I can't imagine where I'd be right now if I hadn't stumbled across it. It's hard to describe but I can now just experience the sadness of not having my brother here anymore. I can think about a fun memory and not have it spiral into extreme pain & anger. I am no longer limited to reliving the year of cancer and family drama that preceded my, far-too-young-to-die, brother's death. Completing emotions really does work. Thank you.
One-on-One Support08/21/2020Participant in San Diego, CA