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Death & bereavement
The death of a parent, partner, child, family member, friend, or another important person.
There is hope, no matter the time
You can return to life from loss.
Grief can leave you feeling stuck, isolated, or unsure what to do next. You do not have to journey through it alone. I offer compassionate, action-oriented support to help you move toward recovery.
Grief is more than death
Anything that changes your life can create a sense of loss.
You may be grieving someone who died—or a relationship, a future you expected, your health, a pregnancy, a pet, a career, or a life transition. There is no need to compare your loss to anyone else’s.
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Relationships
Divorce, separation, estrangement, betrayal, or the ending of an important relationship.
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Pregnancy & children
Miscarriage, infertility, child loss, or grief connected to hopes for a family.
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Health & ability
Chronic illness, pain, disability, diagnosis, or losing a familiar sense of independence.
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Home & transition
Moving, retirement, relocation, an empty nest, or a major change in the life you knew.
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Pet loss
The death or loss of an animal companion and the unique heartbreak that can follow.
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Career & finances
Job loss, retirement, financial upheaval, lost identity, or a major professional change.
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Trauma & disruption
Disaster, injustice, crime, or another event that changes your sense of safety or normalcy.
The work
Not simply talking about grief—learning what to do with it.
The Grief Recovery Method® is a structured educational process. Together, we look at the beliefs and behaviors that can keep grief unresolved, explore the losses that shaped you, and work through specific actions designed to bring emotional completion.
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Understand
Recognize the messages and coping habits you may have learned about grief.
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Explore
Look honestly at significant losses and the emotional weight still connected to them.
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Learn
Build practical tools for addressing what feels unfinished rather than suppressing it.
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Complete
Work through guided exercises in a safe, nonjudgmental setting with your specialist.
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Re-engage
Carry the tools forward so grief no longer has to occupy the center of your life.
Meet John
I found this work through a loss of my own.
In 2014, I experienced the most profound loss of my life when my mother, Marie, died from lung cancer. I had been her caregiver, and watching a strong, loving person become frail from illness left me shattered.
Like many people, I had learned to be “strong,” suppress what I was feeling, and distract myself instead of understanding grief. Shortly after my mother’s death, my sister and I discovered the Grief Recovery Method®. The process gave me practical tools and helped me turn overwhelming sadness into action.
In 2023, I became a Certified Grief Recovery Method Specialist® so I could share the same kind of actionable support that helped me find my way forward.
My role is not to judge, compare losses, or tell you how you should feel. I am here to be a “heart with ears”—to listen, support, and guide you through the work.
— John Pignone-Reed
Read John’s storyWays to work together
Support that meets you where you are.
Whether you would rather work privately one-on-one or find connection in a group, the focus is the same: a safe environment, a structured process, and practical actions that help you move forward.
7-Week Individual Grief Recovery Program
Private, one-on-one work for people who want focused support around a significant loss.
- Seven structured sessions
- A confidential, nonjudgmental setting
- Guided exercises and action steps
- Support from someone who has used the same tools
Grief Support Groups
Structured in-person groups that allow you to do your own grief work alongside others who are doing theirs.
- In-person support
- Shared structure, individual losses
- No comparing or minimizing grief
- Compassionate facilitation
Pet Loss Support
The death of an animal companion can be devastating. Your grief deserves to be acknowledged rather than dismissed.
- A space where pet loss is taken seriously
- Structured recovery work
- Support without judgment
- In-person availability
Start with a conversation
You do not have to decide anything today.
Seeking help is deeply personal. A free introductory consultation gives us a chance to talk openly, answer your questions, and see whether working together feels right for you.
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Tell me what brings you here.
No polished explanation required.
No polished explanation required.
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Ask questions.
Understand the program before committing.
Understand the program before committing.
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Decide what feels right.
The introductory call has no cost.
The introductory call has no cost.
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Scholarships may be available.
Contact me for current information.
Contact me for current information.
Frequently asked questions
Questions are welcome.
Do I have to be grieving a death?
No. Grief can follow many life changes, including divorce, separation, illness, disability, miscarriage, infertility, pet loss, career changes, relocation, retirement, and other significant losses.
How is this different from just talking about my feelings?
Talking and being heard matter, but the Grief Recovery Method® also uses a structured educational process and specific exercises. The aim is to give you practical actions for addressing emotional pain that still feels unfinished.
How long is individual support?
The individual Grief Recovery Method® program is structured as seven sessions. We can discuss timing, expectations, and whether it is a good fit during your introductory consultation.
Will you tell me how I should feel?
No. Your grief is unique to you. My role is to provide a safe, compassionate structure without judging, criticizing, comparing losses, or imposing a timetable on your emotions.
Is this psychotherapy?
The Grief Recovery Method® is an educational, action-oriented grief recovery program. It is not a substitute for medical care, emergency services, or psychotherapy when those services are needed.
Contact
I’m ready to hear from you.
If you are ready to start your healing journey—or simply want to ask whether this might be right for you—send me a message.
Serving:
New Port Richey and surrounding Pasco & Pinellas County communities.
Available programs:
Individual Grief Recovery, Grief Support Groups, and Pet Loss Support Groups.
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