Explore All Our Seattle-Area
Grief & Trauma Programs
Unique Approaches to Healing From Loss
Our Healing From Loss programs respects each griever by honoring their unique relationship to loss. Our grief education and support programs integrate a narrative approach, combined with various creative outlets that are simple, proven and effective.
Group grief support in Seattle and individual support formats offer lifelong emotional and practical tools that benefit yourself and those you love. We offer guidance and support for adults around the world through Grief Education, Compassionate Connection, and you can request our Tools & Resources.
Seattle Grief Support Group |
Community Gathering for All Grief
A monthly drop-in gathering space for all types of grievers to connect and reflect together. When grief anniversaries or major moments are on the horizon, don't weather it alone.
We create a space to lend listening ears, to share memories, express our challenges, joys, sorrows, and laughter. Trained facilitators will open with a moment of reflection followed by group safety guidelines for a confidential and compassionate experience for all.
FREE, but contributions are gladly accepted to offset costs
In-person Open Group, Drop-ins Welcome
Pre-Registration required, 12 participants max
Held monthly on the last Wednesday from 6pm–7:30pm PST
COMING SOON:
Returning Home | Restoring Connections for Trauma Survivors
An online monthly coaching space for trauma survivors to connect, set goals, and grow together. Participants must pre-register and agree to the group guidelines. This is a structured group facilitated by a certified facilitator.
All survivors are welcome. All traumas are respected.
Held on Zoom for Healthcare’s secure HIPPA-compliant platform
$40 Fee; Pre-Registration required, 12 Participants Maximum
Coming Soon in Autumn 2024!
The WayKeepers | Grief Tending for Traumatic Death
An online monthly coaching space for adult survivors of sudden, traumatic, or violent loss of a loved one. Participants must pre-register and agree to the group guidelines. This is a structured group facilitated by a certified facilitator.
All survivors are welcome. All traumas are respected.
Held on Zoom for Healthcare’s secure HIPPA-compliant platform
$45 Fee; Pre-Registration required, 12 Participants Maximum
Held online, monthly on the 2nd Wednesday from 4–5:30pm PST
Your Grief Story:
Bereavement Support
Your Grief Story Bereavement Support Group is a space for bereaved individuals to come together with empathy and support to move through loss with the healing power of storytelling.
In this 6-week program, participants will learn to share their stories in a way that cultivates healing and values our unique relationships and ongoing connections with others.
Death of a Loved One
Death of a Spouse or Child
Death of a Significant Person
Recent Death or Long ago.
Unexpected, Sudden Death
Expected, Prolonged Death
The Wayfinders:
Traumatic Death
For those grieving due to a sudden or traumatic loss by suicide, homicide, or accidental death, this integrative model (with roots in Restorative Retelling) focuses on restoring resilience, calming the nervous system, releasing the death story, and commemorating living memories.
Over 6-8 weeks, we walk through specific techniques to help witness, hold, and move through complex and difficult emotions.
Suicide or Homicide
Covid-19
Accidental
Death by Drug Use
Mass Shootings (Acts of Terrorism)
Holistic Mental Health Coaching
A Mental Health Coach works with individuals to help improve mental health and overall well-being through evidence-based strategies and techniques. Certified coaches adhere to a stringent Code of Ethics for professional conduct in their field and collaborate with therapists, doctors, and integrative teams to support overall health and wellness goals such as:
Emotional Well-being
Relationships
Self-esteem and Confidence
Creativity and Expression
Spirituality and Mindfulness
Personal Growth
Life Transitions
Physical Health
Career and Purpose
Grief and Trauma Consulting Services
Studio Saudade offers customized consulting options for individuals and families navigating significant life transitions or the loss of a loved one. Customized support is provided so each family’s unique needs are addressed and managed.
Assistance in major relocations such as family moves or transitioning a loved one to an assisted living facility
Funeral or memorial service planning during bereavement
Connecting families to necessary resources such as legal, financial, and logistical aid
Ongoing family support during transitions
Individual Support Sessions
Grief support at your own pace. Book sessions weekly, monthly, or annually as needed. Come as you are and leave feeling truly seen and heard.
One-time sessions, or ongoing support.
Easy custom online booking
Online via Zoom (HIPAA Secure Platform)
In-person sessions available
Offered year-round
The Grief Recovery Method®
Develop lifelong tools to express greater empathy, reciprocity, and connectedness healing from every form of loss. This powerful action-oriented program is evidence-based.
Death of a Loved One
Divorce & Broken Relationships
Health & Family Crisis
Retirement, Job and Financial Loss or Gain
Pet Loss, Moving & Lifestyle Changes
Kind Words from Our Clients
"I cannot articulate how wonderful my experience with Studio Saudade has been. Rebecca truly goes the extra mile during one of life's most difficult times. From assisting my grandma in her last days and hours of life, to supporting me and my family emotionally. Rebecca also created my mother and grandmother's funeral programs, the quality of her work stands out and is the finest quality. So many people wanted to know who made the programs because her work is far superior to what funeral homes offer. I highly recommend Studio Saudade, can't say enough good things about it!"
- M.M. | Seattle, WA
"Rebecca has helped my family and I navigate challenging life transitions and losses, with immeasurable compassion, lightness and skill to listen and facilitate the processing of our grief. I couldn't feel more fortunate to have her by my side.”
- A.S.M. | Bellevue, WA
“Rebecca was such a pleasure to collaborate with on behalf of a mutual client. Her ingenuity and flexibility with creative engagements for legacy work was critical for our client, and I appreciated her dependability and ability to roll with changes no matter the situation at hand.”
- V.Y. | Seattle, WA
“In 2018 we received a devastating diagnosis for our unborn baby. Rebecca guided our family and helped us find ways to celebrate the joy and memory of our daughter, and also cope with the loss of her in our own way. We have complete peace that her birth and memorial was as expected, absolutely heartbreaking, and yet also joyous, beautiful, and healing. I am confident that Rebecca can support and guide others in their grieving.”
- T.B. | Seattle, WA