Expert 1:1 Session

How to Support Someone Who’s Grieving

Learn what to say, what to avoid, and how to offer thoughtful, practical support to a grieving friend, family member, or colleague.

Private 1:1 45 minutes With Susanna Gilbertson, MSW, PCC

$115.00 /session

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This Session is for you if:

Someone you care about is grieving and you are unsure how to help
You worry about saying the wrong thing or causing additional pain
You want to support a grieving friend, family member, or colleague
You feel uncertain about when to reach out or what support to offer
You want to be present without trying to fix or minimize their grief

You’ll leave with:

Supportive language you can use when speaking with someone who is grieving
A better understanding of words and phrases that may unintentionally hurt
Practical ideas for offering meaningful help
Guidance on checking in with care and consistency
Greater confidence showing up with empathy, thoughtfulness, and respect

About this Session

You want to show up for a grieving friend, family member, or colleague, but you’re unsure what’s truly helpful. In this 45-minute session with Grief Expert and Coach Susanna Gilbertson, you’ll learn what words comfort, what words can hurt, and how to show up in ways that actually help. You’ll leave with practical, thoughtful steps you can take to offer meaningful support with confidence and care.