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Loss of a Loved One Support Group

 

 

 

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THURSDAY NOV 10.

Dr. Donna L. Friess,   Sign up: Call San Juan Comm Center: (949) 493-5911 or

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Contact Dr. Friess at Donna@yourtimenow.org

Professor, Emeritus psychology of communication, expert in recovery from trauma, founded support group for domestic violence victims at Laura’s  House in 1994, authored 5 books, member TTAC (technical training and advisory consortium) through the Office of Victims of Crime, U.S. Justice Dept., nominated for the American President’s Service Award,  2009 Teacher of the Year, Cypress College. Donna is an experienced group leader and life coach.

This group welcomes anyone who has lost a loved one through death or divorce.  In this group members will have an opportunity to share their grief experiences in a safe environment. This on -going monthly program will include discussions of the grief process, positive transitions, goal setting, the psychology of human happiness, dealing with depression, changing old ways of being.  There will be interactive activities which will assist members in their journey toward  living a happier life. Group is limited to twenty.   Reservations recommended.  No charge.

Donna has authored five books, her autobiography, Cry the Darkness (HCI, 1993) has been published in seven languages. Donna has been a social activist for children’s rights. She is a member of the United States Justice Department, Office for Victims of Crime, TTAC consortium, an advisory group on victims’ affairs. She was nominated for the U.S. President’s Service Award. She has appeared on Oprah as well as other television and radio shows here and aboard. She was Teacher of the Year for Cypress College in 2009.  She is listed in Who’s Who in America, Great Teachers, Who’s Who in the World.  She and her husband Ken, enjoy an active life with their eleven grandchildren, their horses and dogs. 

You can learn more about Donna and the workshops she offers on her website: www.yourtimenow.org.  She has workshops on personal development, and business presentations available for registration. www.drdonnafriess.com

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