donna's blog

That's where the light comes in... What can you possibly learn in school to prepare you for this level trauma, shock sadness and grief? In my suicide bereavement group it is raw. Then, allowing for the individual and collective pain points, they soften and comfort each other. They participate as if it was a group no one would ever be a member of. Because it is. I am bearing witness, gently guiding, holding space. I manage the monopolizers and the retreaters. This is ho

Poppy In my work with clients, I've often encountered a deep sense of cynicism. Why wouldn't they feel this way? They were born into a world forever changed by events like 9/11. My daughter, born in 2001, missed much of her college experience due to COVID-19. Now, she faces a daunting job market and overwhelming debt in a world that feels increasingly flat and uncertain. Understanding Their World How can I help them make sense of it all? I often find myself wishing I could te