We are so sorry for your loss. Bereavement coaches offer peace, compassion—and hope.

There are no regulations for bereavement coaches in place, so it’s important to determine what you need from a coach. Some coaches are certified health coaches, life coaches, and others may hold doula or reiki certifications.

Because of the diverse areas of expertise that bereavement coaches can offer, it is important to choose a bereavement coach that aligns with your particular needs as you reconcile loss and heal from grief.

A bereavement coach and a mental health therapist both offer a listening ear and space in which to share difficult emotions. While mental health therapists provide diagnostic assessment, psychotherapy, and promote self-observation and exploration, bereavement coaches focus on actionable strategies, tools, and behaviors to cope with the complex emotions that come with loss so you can begin to heal and shift to a more positive mindset. They empower you with tools to remember your lost one while cultivating hope for the future.

When you are not quite sure how to move forward from loss, the support of a bereavement coach can be a game-changer in shifting your mindset so your body and heart can heal. Those who most benefit are those who are looking for personalized, non-judgemental support in:

• Processing a loss and the navigating key decisions
• Managing anxiety, stress, expectations
• Feeling less alone when no one else understands
• Reconciling relationships, boundaries, and communication
• Mobilizing stuck or stagnant energy
• Developing coping and healing strategies to cultivate a positive outlook
• Setting up goals and action plans for how to proceed