Julia Samuel MBE: Did you know that 15% of mental health disorders can come from unresolved grief?

Julia Samuel MBE is a highly regarded psychotherapist and author in the UK whose work and insights into grief and trauma are prolific and profound. Her many accomplishments and accolades include being a Founder Patron of the leading national charity Child Bereavement UK , being appointed a Member of the British Empire for her services to bereaved parents of babies, becoming a vice president of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, writing three wise, transformative books about grief, and hosting a podcast called Therapy Works. In 2021, Julia launched her truly remarkable Grief Works app , which has earned over 1000 five-star reviews. It is a fantastic mobile application for IOS and Android that helps the bereaved navigate their grief, transforming the often-overwhelming grief journey into a reflective, supportive, and positive experience step by step, and literally at a person’s fingertips. The Grief Works app makes an incredible, meaningful gift of healing from those who wish to support a loved one or a friend who is experiencing the difficult and painful journey of grief, and it is also a special gift a grieving person can give him or herself. Tune in to this powerful, insights-filled episode with Julia Samuel today! IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR ABOUT THINGS LIKE: What moved Julia to work with grieving individuals as her lifelong mission and purpose. The wonderful work Child Bereavement UK does to support grieving families and train professionals. What inspired Julia to create the Grief Works app , her nurturing, healing resource for anyone trying to cope with the death of a loved one. Why loss of identity is a common side effect of grief. The comprehensive course in the Grief Works app that helps a person work through grief for a mere 15 minutes a day. How Julia’s Eight Pillars of Strength help those who are grieving become more able to cope with life. SOME QUESTIONS IRENE ASKS JULIA: What are the Stages of Grief and why is grief a naturally adaptive process? In what ways can grief affect the body, and why do grieving people often feel lost, alone, and fearful? How does the GriefWorks app provide compassionate guidance and support for managing emotions? In what ways does the Grief Works app present ideal coping mechanisms, and holistically guide transition into a new life? Get a 10% discount on the Grief Works App annual subscription: https://illumeapps.com/REBIRTH/