8 week Grief Support Group in Ventura
Hosted by associate marriage and family therapist Ceci Frost, Hope Collective Therapy
You don't have to do this alone.
Grieving a loss can feel overwhelming, isolating, and unpredictable.
If you are in your first year of grief, this closed 8-week group offers a supportive space where you can process your emotions, connect with others, and learn tools for healing.
May 22nd 2025
Thursday evenings
In person
Inside Coastal Coworking
2112 E Thompson Blvd, Ventura
Closed Group
This means it’s a group that has the same 4-8 people the whole time. People can’t sign up and join at anytime.
$50 per person, per week (paid 4 weeks at a time).
A blend of peer support and psycho-education
Many people think there are stages to grief or a checklist that they have to work through and then they’re done with the heartache! I hate to be the barrier of bad news, but grief isn’t linear, it’s more like a roller coaster. There is hope though. The constant pain you feel won’t be as sharp, it’ll change and feel/look different over time.
This group is for you if:
You are within your first year of grieving a loved one
You feel alone in your grief and are seeking community
You want practical tools to navigate difficult emotions
You appreciate a warm, supportive, non-judgmental environment
What to expect each week:
Each session will include a mix of:
Guided conversation about common experiences of grief
Education on emotional processing, coping skills, and self-care
Supportive connection with others who understand
Gentle Activities or take home exercsies such as expressive writing prompts
Theme examples:
Grief in the first year, understanding the impacts of grief, navigating relationships and support, staying connected with your loved one, identity and healing.
Facilitator
Founder of Hope Collective Therapy
Ceci is an associate psychotherapist who specializes in grief, life transitions, and relationships. She brings warmth, expertise, and compassion to every group she leads, helping you feel seen, heard, and supported.
Grief Course
Grief Course
Don’t live nearby?
Check out my grief course called “Understanding Grief" created for those who have experienced the death of a loved one and want to learn more about grief and healing.
Participate in the course at your own pace!