Testimonials For Gwendolyn Russo, MA, GC-C
The program is amazing, Gwen is wonderful, she has helped me on how to deal with difficult situations and how to respond to difficult people as well.
Support Groups03/21/2019
The program helped me to have a deep and intimate relationship with myself. It helped me to understand that all emotions are ok and to think about them and deal with them in a healthy way.
Support Groups02/27/2019Participant in Commack, NY
With the suicide of a family member I watched as they all began to fall apart. I stepped up and "was strong" for them, knowing full well I was only postponing the inevitable. I am not against therapy or seeking psychological help, but I had never been. After some time, and when my family was a little more stable, I knew I would need to seek help for myself, I just had no idea how. The prospect of trying to find a therapist seemed overwhelming. I've heard so many stories about the time it could take to find the "right one" for me. And then also, I'd be looking for someone who could guide me through this very specific event and accompanying emotions. It was almost the excuse I needed to NOT do it. But then while doing some internet research I came across someone practicing the GRM local to me. It was EXACTLY what I needed. Everything about it resonated with me. From the clear structured program, to home work, to "expected" outcomes... even the fact there was an end date made me much more comfortable with it, and with that comfort I was really able to open up and embrace it, which led to what I believe are amazing results. As asked by one of the survey questions, I was one of those that came in because of one loss but ended up working on an older one. I will now be using the method to work though a litany of losses that I have never addressed. I also was incredibly fortunate to get an amazing facilitator, Gwen Uss. I wonder if I would have stuck with it were it not for her. All I can say is, an excellent program and thank you! John
One-on-One Support01/09/2019Participant in Commack, NY
It has helped me to understand the normal versus abnormal way of dealing with grief. The assignments were intense, but in a positive way. I felt a huge relief from old ways of thinking. I felt that my soul got lighter after the assignments and through sharing them in the small group. I have a fresh perspective on grief and ways to deal with it. It was a unique experience and I never felt anything like it. I can describe it best as a lightness in my heart and soul. Like some heavy baggage was removed.
Support Groups11/19/2018Participant in Bayshore, NY
My perspective has changed, I discovered realizations that I would not have otherwise been able to uncover. It was hard to go through the process, I was procrastinating and not wanting to always move through it, but being in a group setting helped me stay accountable, and in the end I’m grateful I did.
Support Groups11/19/2018Participant in Bayshore, Ny
It wasn’t until I met with Gwen did I realize what “grief” actually meant. Gwen is the most compassionate person I have ever met. She is kind, understanding, non-judgmental and so caring. Gwen explained the Grief Recovery Method and the work involved over the next 6 weeks. I immediately signed up to meet with her one-on-one. Finally, a safe place where I could cry and openly talk about my pet losses and not feel judged or crazy. Why was this grief for my dogs more paralyzing to me than I had for some “human” relatives I recently lost? Working with Gwen and going through the suggested exercises in “The Grief Recovery Handbook for Pet Loss” was invaluable. The chapters on creating a Relationship Graph, discussing Recovery Categories (apology, forgiveness and emotional statements) and the Completion Letter at the end of the program was life changing for me. There are no words to adequately describe how Gwen helped me through the most difficult time in my life. The key to this program was having an experienced and compassionate listener who made me feel safe and comfortable when I was pouring my heart and soul out. This program will help you gain valuable tools and insight to help you decide if and when you want to welcome another pet into your life. My heart is at peace now. Yes, I still get sad every so often but I don’t get “stuck” in that sadness like I use to. I can now recall stores of Oreo and Spencer and smile (or even shed a few tears) because my heart is no longer shattered.
Pet Loss Support Groups11/01/2018Participant in Commack, New York
Pet Loss Support Groups10/30/2018Participant in Commack, New York
it helped removed the shame and negative thinking i had around my mother's death...i also finally found closure.
One-on-One Support10/10/2018Participant in commack, NY
By saying good bye to all the unsaid things I wish I would have said to my son Mark while he was alive has really taken a heaviness off of my heart. My whole being feels so much lighter.
Support Groups07/02/2018Participant in Babylon, NY
One-on-One Support05/30/2018Participant in Commack , NY
I was able to let go of much of the unpleasant memories that occurred in my relationship with my husband and hold onto all of the good memories. I know the goal of the program is to make you “emotionally complete “ and I believe that was accomplished. While the sadness over my husband’s death will always remain, I feel at peace that I have resolved any conflicts we encountered.
One-on-One Support03/06/2018Participant in Commack, NY
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