Free - Supporting Someone Who Is Grieving: A Compassionate Guide

Supporting Someone Who Is Grieving: A Compassionate Guide by Myra Hurtado, LPC-S, is a practical, empathy-focused resource for supporting people through grief. It reframes grief as something to be carried—not fixed—and emphasizes presence over problem-solving. The guide outlines core emotional needs of grieving people, offers clear examples of what to say and what to avoid, and provides concrete ways to help through actions, not platitudes. It closes with therapist guidance on patience and a curated reading list for adults, teens, and children to support healing across ages.