PC Ski Patrol Grief Group

1283 Deer Valley Drive,Park City UT 84060

06 February, 2023

Description

A six-week grief support group, led by Katie Thomas, ACMHC, to offer connection with others who have recently experienced loss and provide emotional support, validation, and education about grief. What can I expect during the grief support group? A safe environment where one can tell his or her story and express feelings freely, knowing that others will be understanding, non-judgmental, and supportive.A place for establishing a connection with others to decrease the isolation that grief brings.A forum for understanding common myths about grief and typical grief patterns.A community that validates and normalizes one’s emotional reactions.A place for learning that there are many different ways to grieve, all of which are natural and acceptable.A place for learning new coping skills, relaxation techniques, stress management skills, and daily survival skills that others in the group have found effective. The opportunity for members to help each other brings strength, confidence, and a new sense of purpose and value.An opportunity for personal writing and/or journaling that promotes self-examination and encourage exploration of the many aspects of loss over time. A sounding board where members can present ongoing or new concerns, report on progress or challenges, and safely come back for help when they experience setbacks or backslides in their grief journeys.Why: Support groups can give participants an emotional connection when they feel isolated from friends and family. A group can provide support, coping skills, and education about the grief and bereavement process. Safe space to relate powerful emotions that are often keep internalized due to the nature of ski patrolling. Decrease participants' psychological distress and triggers to help increase overall well-being and ability to perform daily activities. Who: PC Ski Patrol & Ski Patrol community This is an open group- come to as many sessions as you are available to attend.