Through the Waves: An 8-Week Circle for Grief

Grief moves in waves—sometimes gentle, sometimes overwhelming. Through the Waves is a safe, small-group space to navigate those tides together. Guided by facilitators Jasmine Vializ and C. Nicole Chandler, Ed.D., LMSW this 8-week journey is designed to support individuals experiencing all forms of loss—not only the death of a loved one, but also the loss of health, physical function, relationships, jobs, or any chapter of life that has shifted.

Grounded in compassion and community, the group follows a consistent weekly structure inspired by the supportive container of Al-Anon. Each meeting includes:

• An opening reflection or grounding practice to set the tone

• A review of group agreements that honor confidentiality, respect, and safety

• A space for guided readings or journaling prompts to support reflection

• Uninterrupted time for open sharing, where each participant is invited—but never required—to speak