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Compassionate Support Across Borders
Proudly supporting individuals across North America and select European countries through personalized online grief recovery and life coaching services.
What Is Grief?
Grief is a natural response to loss. It can follow a death, divorce, miscarriage, change in health, loss of trust, an unmet hope, or any relationship that feels unfinished.
Grief may leave you feeling sad, angry, numb, distracted, or stuck. Your experience is personal, and there is no single right way to grieve.
With practical tools, compassionate guidance, and confidential support, you can begin to process what happened and move forward one step at a time, without forgetting what mattered.
You Do Not Have to Carry This Alone
Grief can change how you see yourself, your relationships, and the future. It may make it difficult to trust, connect with others, or know what to do next.
A free, confidential 45-minute consultation gives you space to ask questions, talk about what you are facing, and learn how personalized online coaching may support you.
Online consultations and support are available to clients throughout North America.
Grief Has No Fixed Stages
Grief does not follow a set order or timeline. The five stages often associated with grief were developed in the context of terminal illness and were not intended to describe every person’s experience of loss.
Your grief is unique. Healing is not about rushing, forgetting, or “getting over it.” It is about finding healthy ways to process what happened and move forward with greater peace and clarity.
What Can Grief Look Like?
Grief can affect your emotions, thoughts, body, routines, and relationships.
- Sadness, anger, guilt, fear, or emotional numbness
- Trouble sleeping or changes in appetite
- Difficulty concentrating or remembering things
- Feeling isolated or disconnected from others
- Crying often, rarely, or not at all
- Struggling with daily routines or decisions
- Feeling uncertain about the future
There is no single way that grief should look. However it appears in your life, compassionate support can help you understand what you are experiencing and take meaningful steps forward.
How to Support Someone Who Is Grieving
You do not need to have the perfect words. A calm, caring presence can be one of the most helpful things you offer.
- Listen without trying to fix or explain their feelings.
- Ask how they are doing today, rather than assuming how they feel.
- Offer specific help, such as preparing a meal, running an errand, or helping with an appointment.
- Remember important dates, holidays, and anniversaries.
- Speak their loved one’s name and invite them to share memories.
- Respect their need to cry, laugh, talk, or remain quiet.
- Continue checking in after the first few weeks.
Small, steady acts of care often matter more than finding the perfect thing to say.
A Heart That Listens
One of the greatest gifts you can offer someone who is grieving is the opportunity to talk about the person, relationship, or experience they have lost.
Ask gently, listen fully, and allow them to lead the conversation.
What Not to Say to Someone Who Is Grieving
Even well-meant phrases can make someone feel dismissed or pressured. Try to avoid statements such as:
- “Get over it.”
- “Be strong.”
- “Everything happens for a reason.”
- “It could be worse.”
- “At least they lived a good life.”
- “They are in a better place.”
- “You need to move on.”
- “You should be grateful for what you still have.”
Instead, try saying:
- “I am so sorry.”
- “I am here with you.”
- “Would you like to tell me about them?”
- “What would feel most helpful today?”
Do Not Compare Their Grief
Every loss and every relationship is different. Comparing one person’s grief with another person’s experience can unintentionally minimise what they are feeling.
Listen without judging, correcting, or telling them how they should feel. Allow their experience to be their own.
CLIENT EXPERIENCES
Stories of Healing
Read what clients have shared about their experience receiving compassionate grief recovery support.
COMPASSIONATE ONLINE SUPPORT
Ready to Take the Next Step?
You do not have to navigate grief alone. Book a free, confidential 45-minute consultation to ask questions, learn about the Grief Recovery Method®, and decide whether this support is right for you.
Online consultations and support are available to clients residing throughout North America.
Cancellation & Rescheduling
We understand that plans can change. If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, please provide at least 24 hours’ notice whenever possible.
Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice may affect someone else who is waiting for an available appointment time. A fee may apply for missed appointments or no-shows.
Appointments may be rescheduled with at least 24 hours’ notice.
Support the Ministry
Your support can help extend care, comfort, and meaningful guidance to others.
Whether you would like to sponsor someone who may benefit from Barbel's services or contribute to the ongoing work of Hope Renewed Online, your generosity helps make this support possible.
To learn more about supporting this work or arranging a contribution, please contact walkingbyfaith@shaw.ca