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Integrating psychology with faith and spirituality in grief peer support offers a powerful and holistic approach to healing from loss.

By combining psychological principles with faith-based practices, peer support groups can provide deeper comfort and a more comprehensive path to recovery.

About Our Mission

Providing compassionate support for those navigating life's most difficult transitions

Our Focus Areas:

Spousal Loss

Supporting those grieving the loss of a life partner through death or separation

Child Loss

Compassionate care for parents experiencing the unthinkable loss of a child

Job Loss

Helping individuals navigate identity and purpose after career transitions

Church Hurt

Healing from spiritual trauma and rebuilding faith after religious disappointment

Sibling/Friend Loss

Support for those grieving the loss of a sibling or close friend

Divorce

Support for those grieving the loss of a sibling or close friend

Church of the Neglected Mind - Community Support

Psychological and Spiritual Benefits of Peer Support

Comprehensive support tailored to your unique journey

Psychological Benefits

Using psychology adds a structured, evidence-based approach to grief support, offering tools to understand and manage emotions.

  • Psychological approaches and empathetic peer support create a safe space to validate and openly express all emotions without judgment.
  • Finding meaning after a loss is key to healing, and peers can support each other in exploring how their grief fits into a larger spiritual framework to ease despair.
  • Combining psychological coping strategies like mindfulness, journaling, and cognitive restructuring with faith-based practices such as prayer or meditation makes grief management more effective and personally meaningful.
  • Flexible scheduling options

Spiritual and Faith-Based Benefits

For many, faith is a central part of their identity. Integrating it into grief support provides a powerful source of strength and comfort.

  • Faith communities offer built-in support, and grief peer groups create belonging with those who share your spiritual foundation. This connection helps counter the isolation of grief.
  • A significant loss can challenge your faith, but peer support provides a safe space to explore and redefine your beliefs. Hearing others’ experiences can help you rebuild a renewed spiritual connection on your own terms.
  • Faith traditions often offer hope, resurrection, and an afterlife, bringing comfort in loss. These beliefs can strengthen resilience and nurture optimism for the future.
  • Grief can become a catalyst for spiritual growth, helping you discover new meaning, purpose, or a deeper connection to life and spirituality. Through sharing and listening in a supportive group, you can explore how loss has shaped you and find a fulfilling path forward.

Monthly Peer Support Meetings

Join our inclusive monthly gatherings where men and women come together to share experiences, find community, and support one another through healing.

  • Safe, judgment-free environment
  • Peer support and connection
  • Guest speakers and workshops
  • Resources and materials provided

Note: There is a $15 charge per session to cover costs for materials and therapist's.

Monthly Meetings

Connect with others who understand your journey

Meeting Schedule

Frequency: 4-6 week sessions
Duration: 60-90 min.
Format: In-person only
Who: Adults 18 and Group Size (6 - 12)

Location & Access

In-Person: Ben Robertson Community Center 2753 Watts Dr, Kennesaw, GA 30144
Time: 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Accessibility: All locations are wheelchair accessible
Support group meeting

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Take the first step toward healing and connection. Our welcoming community is here to support you through your journey.

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Connect With Us

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Get in Touch

We're here to listen and support you on your journey. Whether you're interested in joining our monthly meetings, seeking counseling services, or just need someone to talk to, we welcome you with open arms.

Email Us

loss@churchoftheneglectedmind.com

Call Us

(678)-895-0949

Response Time

We respond within 24 hours