Grief Sucks: Finding Comfort and Strength During the Holidays

This workshop is part of the Emotional Fitness Studio in Annapolis, a year-round wellness initiative offering FREE monthly in-person workshops and experiences.

*PLEASE READ: Tickets for this event are free as part of our mission to support wellness in our community. However, spots are limited, so we kindly ask that you PLEASE only register if you plan to attend. This ensures we can reserve spaces for those who are eager to participate. Your understanding helps us make the most of this initiative—thank you!

In this workshop:

Grief is universal, yet navigating it, especially around the holidays, can feel isolating, overwhelming, and painful. Whether you’re mourning the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, the loss of a pet, a health decline, an empty nest, or any life transition, grief impacts both the mind and body in profound ways.

In this 90-minute interactive workshop, grief specialist Marna Brickman, LCSW-C, will guide you through understanding what’s happening in your brain and body, why people grieve differently, and how to cope with the wide range of emotions that arise. Through discussion, reflection, and practical tools, you’ll learn ways to make the process more bearable, and discover that even in loss, growth and meaning are possible.

Join us in a safe, supportive space where you can share your experience, feel seen, and leave a little lighter, stronger, and connected to the love that brought you here.

About Marna:

Marna Brickman, LCSW-C is a compassionate therapist and humble co-owner of Guiding Therapy, a small group practice located in Annapolis, MD.

With a deep understanding of the human experience, Marna specializes in guiding clients through the intricate landscapes of grief, providing solace and healing during life’s most challenging moments. Her experience extends to the complexities of motherhood, offering support and guidance to mothers navigating the unique joys and struggles of parenting.

In addition, Marna is a trusted resource for those grappling with the emotional toll of health related conditions, helping clients and their loved ones cope with the impact of illness on their lives. Moreover she is a dedicated advocate for couples seeking to strengthen their relationships, providing a safe space for partners to connect, communicate and thrive.

With over thirteen years experience in the mental health field, Marna has worked in foster care, hospice, and group practice settings.

She enjoys discussing the importance of mental health and bringing awareness to the forefront of conversations. Her work with Hospice of the Chesapeake and the Chesapeake Life Center prepared her to guide clients through the difficult process of grief and help them cope with loss and transition.

Marna’s practice, Guiding Therapy, is a sanctuary of empathy and understanding where clients find the support they need to navigate life’s intricate challenges and emerge with strength and resilience, feeling more confident and peaceful.

The Organizer:

These wellness events are brought to you by Maria Winters, licensed mental health therapist and creator of the Emotional Fitness Studio in Annapolis, an initiative built on the belief that everyone deserves access to tools that can help us feel and live better. This work is made possible thanks to the support of amazing sponsors like:

Thrive Gym and Premier Planning Group.

Questions? Contact Maria at (703)338-0017 or [email protected].

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Disclaimer: This workshop is intended for informational and personal wellness and development purposes only. It is not a substitute for therapy, Medic*tion, or mental health or medical treatment. If you need mental health or medical support, please consult a licensed therapist or medical professional.

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