Grief Counseling

Washburn University Counseling Services offers free counseling but if you are looking for something more, Midland Hospice hosts free grief support groups.

Some things to know:

• You'll express interest and be screened before being admitted to a group. This is just to make sure that you're placed in a group whose experiences are most likely to be similar and whose support will be beneficial. Losing a spouse at a young age vs. losing a parent, for example, often result in very different needs.
• Some grief therapy groups offer an opportunity to donate at will. If you are asked to donate, please know that there is no obligation or expectation to donate.
• There are private providers in town who specialize in grief work, too. University Counseling Services is happy to provide referrals if desired.

If you have any other self-care or wellness-related concerns please reach out to Dean Dempsey-Swopes at danielle.dempsey-swopes@washburn.edu.