The Benefits of Counseling in Times of Bereavement
The Benefits of Counseling in Times of Bereavement “What is grief counseling and how do I know if I need it?” “Is there something wrong...
Giving Permission to Let Go When a Loved One Is Ready
Giving Permission to Let Go When a Loved One Is Ready My grandfather was tough. He was many other things, too – hard-working, ingenuous, and...
What I learned from leaning into loss
What I learned from leaning into loss “Grief and gratitude are two sides of the same coin.” These are the words shared by a family...
Celebrating Life
Celebrating Life This time of year has always fascinated me. I love the bright vibrant colors, the sugar skulls, and marigolds, just to name a...
Steps of Hope Remembrance Event Brings Hope and Healing
Steps of Hope Remembrance Event Brings Hope and Healing “The possibility of peace is all around us, in the world and in nature. Peace is...
A Furry Friend Brings Unexpected Joy After a Loss
A Furry Friend Brings Unexpected Joy After a Loss In May, I met with my Gilchrist grief counselor, Hilary Harrington, after the loss of my...
Helping and Understanding Someone Who is Grieving
Helping and Understanding Someone Who is Grieving; By: Dawn Tippett, LCSW-C, CT I have worked with many bereaved clients in my 19 years at Gilchrist....
Healing the Heart
Healing the Heart. Kelly Lekas had just turned 30 when she lost her dad, Mitch, to melanoma. She was extremely close to her dad, having...
Coping with Grief During the Holidays
Nestling together with family, catching up with friends and loved ones, or eating a special meal together are some of the many ways we may...
The Healing Impact of Meditative Artwork in My Cancer Journey
“Have no expectations—just explore your creativity.” Dr. Delia Chiaramonte, Gilchrist’s Medical Director of Integrative and Palliative Medicine, expressed these encouraging words to me as part...