Laurie McCarthy
Grief Support & Growth Coaching
I help people struggling with grief discover ways to bring compassion and grace into their lives as they learn to live with loss, change, and new beginnings
The pain and exhaustion of grief can leave you feeling overwhelmed and uncertain
The relationships with others that once felt rock steady may now feel distant, even quiet
You feel vulnerable and question how you will move forward and find happiness again
Grief is Love
…and healing begins with the simple act of being heard
Grief affects everyone’s life in some way, and learning to navigate it in the different ways it affects us can be challenging. Our experience with grief changes who we are. We are not the same person we were before our grief, but in time, we learn how to live with the changes it brings and find comfort in our new existence.
I’ve learned that healing isn’t about getting over grief - it’s about moving forward with it.
It’s the reflection of all the love we still hold for those who have died, as well as the love we long to share but never had the chance to. Every person’s grief is valid and unique, and healing begins with connection and the simple act of being heard.
Finding Grace in Grief
If you are newly grieving or years beyond a loss, yet still feeling its weight, coaching is a conversation that meets you where you are and helps you move gently towards where you’d like to be.
As you navigate significant changes—whether the loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, the loss of health, or a shift in identity—remember that no story is too small, and no grief is the same.
Honest conversation and the courage to discuss your grief experience in a comfortable space will help build resilience and foster growth. Coaching allows you to express your true feelings, including the negative ones we often hesitate to share. This honest dialogue will give you time to reflect and build practical tools to navigate with steadiness and grace. Together, we will help you find balance.
Working Together:
Questions Along the Way
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Grief coaching starts with where you are today. It offers a dedicated space to share the thoughts, feelings, and questions that are often difficult to say out loud and may not always feel understood by others. Through compassionate conversation, you'll have the opportunity to feel heard, explore what matters most to you, and develop meaningful goals as you learn to live with loss, change, and new beginnings.
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My approach combines the heart of grief support with the practical tools of coaching. Whether you are navigating loss, a life transition, uncertainty, or simply feeling stuck, I provide a space where you can speak openly without judgment, pressure, or expectations about how you "should" be feeling. I help people untangle what feels overwhelming, gain clarity, and move forward in ways that feel authentic and sustainable.
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Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.
Through compassionate conversation, thoughtful questions, and genuine support, I help people find clarity, compassion, and their next meaningful step. I believe growth happens through connections and truly being listened to.
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People who are struggling with grief and all that accompanies it. Those looking to bring compassion back into their lives. Those who don't feel heard and need to grieve out loud, safely. Those concerned they will not experience joy as they once did
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Finding Grace in Grief is built on the belief that grief is not something to fix or rush, and that everyone's grief is 100%. You'll find a compassionate space to share openly, to say aloud the words you find difficult to express, and to ask the questions that are meaningful to you. Together, we make room for both grief and growth as you learn to live with loss, change, and new beginnings.
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Coaching sessions are available locally in person, via Zoom, or by phone. Clients enrolled in a coaching package also receive text and email support between sessions for additional guidance and encouragement. Together, we'll choose the approach that best supports your needs and schedule.
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Here's the link to my personal calendar. Please choose a time that works best for you. If your schedule doesn't match any available times, fill out the form on the contact page, and we will work together to find the best time.
Services
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A First Conversation Just for You
Grief doesn’t wait for you to feel ready and neither should support. Beginning With Grace is a single 45-minute conversation for anyone taking their first step towards speaking with a grief coach.
No commitment beyond this conversation; just a space to be heard and a chance to see if this kind of support feels right for your needs.
$85 per conversation
If you prefer to learn more before your first conversation, please click here to schedule a complimentary conversation.
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Individual Coaching Conversations reserved on your time to fit your life’s schedule.
Private coaching conversations designed for those seeking general support or are looking for support around specific challenges, difficult seasons, anniversaries, life transitions, or any grief-related concern that shows up.
Priority scheduling to best fit your support needs
Private coaching conversations in person, on Zoom or by phone
Email or text support for brief questions in between conversations
Pay only for the time you need
$40 for 15 minutes
$75 for 30 minutes
$160 for 60 minutes
You may use my Calendly link to schedule appointments as needed.
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For individuals navigating a particularly difficult season of grief or significant life transition who would benefit from more frequent support.
The Grace Journey begins with a conversation about what you are actually facing. From there, we shape a plan together which best suits your needs, your schedule and your lifestyle. This is built entirely around your circumstances rather than a pre-scheduled package.
Pricing will be determined together, based on specific personal needs, after our initial conversation.
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Private coaching provides dedicated time and individualized support focused entirely on your unique circumstances. Together, we explore the challenges you are facing, uncover what may be making life feel particularly difficult right now, and discover ways to move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and grace.
Please contact me if you would like to discuss customized coaching conversation packages.
