The Grief Recovery Method®

What is the Grief Recovery Method®?

Complete unresolved emotions connected to your loss

Are you dealing with loss?

Loss of a loved one
Pet
Relationship
Job
Identity

Are you facing the hardships that come with a move or divorce?

The Grief Recovery Method® is a structured and compassionate approach designed to help individuals navigate grief and loss. Whether you’re dealing with the loss of a loved one, a pet, a relationship, a job, or even identity loss, or grieving the hardships that come with a move or divorce, this method offers practical tools for emotional healing.

Developed by John W. James and Russell Friedman, the Grief Recovery Method® provides a comprehensive framework to understand and process grief. It introduces clear, actionable steps to identify coping mechanisms and create a pathway toward relief, hope, and resilience. The program was born out of the loss of John’s son in the 1970’s.

Why choose the Grief Recovery Method®

This method is designed to address various forms of grief, empowering individuals to:

Process and organize their thoughts about loss.
Identify and communicate feelings in a safe, supportive environment.
Gain new perspectives on grief and its impact.
Develop a plan for ongoing emotional health and healing.

How it works

I am able to walk you through The Grief Recovery Method® through:

Individual sessions for personalized support.
Group workshops to connect with others on a similar journey.

The evidence-based Grief Recovery Method®:
Proven by research

The term “evidence-based” refers to research that validates the effectiveness of the Grief Recovery Method®, published in peer-reviewed journals. Doctors Rachael Nolan and Jeff Hallam conducted studies on this method, with findings published in two articles in The American Journal of Health Education. Their research was also presented at several conferences, highlighting the credibility and impact of the method.

These studies demonstrate that the Grief Recovery Method® is more than just a “best practice” or a “promising approach” to addressing the emotional pain of loss. It provides a proven framework with high confidence that individuals who follow the Grief Recovery Method Action Plan can rediscover happiness, even after significant loss.

How the Grief Recovery Method® transforms lives

The Grief Recovery Method® helps grievers:

Address unresolved feelings about what could have been different or better.
Confront dreams and hopes for a future that may no longer align with their reality.
Process unspoken words and emotions tied to their loss.
Heal from relationships they believed would bring lasting pain.

While these outcomes may seem too good to be true, the research confirms that a brighter future is achievable with the Grief Recovery Method® action plan. This evidence-based approach empowers individuals to heal their hearts, transform their lives, and embrace hope once more.