Groups

You do not need to grieve alone.

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Grief can follow many kinds of loss—relationships, health, roles, dreams, or unexpected life changes.  When loss touches your life, it can feel as though the ground has shifted beneath you. Even with people around, grief can be deeply isolating, especially when you are the one holding things together for others.

This group offers a space to lay some of that burden down. With others who are also grieving, there is room to breathe, to speak, and to feel without pressure or judgment. You will be met with care, respect, and the steady, healing presence of being truly heard.

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REGISTRATION

Interested participants should complete our interest form or email us at intake@berkeleychristiancounselors.org

Our Intake team will send a brief Intake + Consent Form and our Notice of Privacy Practices.

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Walk-ins: Please arrive 10 minutes early to complete paperwork.

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COST:

The first session is free. Ongoing sessions are supported through a suggested donation to help cover facilitation, materials, and allow Berkeley Christian Counselors to continue offering grief groups. No one will be turned away due to inability to give.

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Suggested donation options per session:

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Community Builder: $40+
     For anyone able to give more to help sustain this group and support equitable access.
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Standard Support: $25–$35

     For anyone who can give the typical amount to support the group’s ongoing ministry.

Access-for-All: $10–$20
     For anyone for whom the standard rate would be a barrier.

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Participants are encouraged to choose a level that reflects both their capacity and our shared commitment to caring for one another.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What if I can’t afford the suggested donation?
A: No one is turned away. Choose the Access-for-All rate or give what you can.

Q: Is this therapy?
A: This is a facilitated support group, not individual therapy, though it is led by professional clinicians.

Q: Is this faith-based?
A: The group is hosted by Berkeley Christian Counselors at FPCB. All are welcome, regardless of faith background.

Q: Can I just walk in?
A: Walk-ins are welcome, but please arrive 10 minutes early to complete intake paperwork.

Q: How many sessions should I attend?
A: Participants can attend as many sessions as they like. Prepayment is optional.

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Caring for others can be deeply meaningful and deeply exhausting.

If you're supporting a loved one through illness, disability, aging, or mental health challenges, you may find yourself giving so much that there's little space left for your own needs. This group is a place to lay some of that weight down.

There’s no agenda, no pressure to have it all figured out. Just a welcoming circle of fellow caregivers, guided by a thoughtful facilitator, where you can share honestly, listen deeply, and be reminded that you are not alone.

Come as you are. There’s strength in showing up.

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Two times to participate

Online:  Mondays @7pm-8pm
9/22/25-11/17/25 no session on 10/13
Link provided after registration
       No drop-ins

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In Person:  Thursdays @6pm-7pm
9/25/25-11/20/25 no session on 10/16
       2410 Channing Way
        Berkeley, CA
        Drop-ins welcome

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NEXT STEPS

If you're interested in joining, please complete this Registration Form

Can't make these times but want to know about the next group complete this short interest form.

Facilitated by Libby Jackson, AMFT. Under the supervision of Anna Loscutoff, LCSW

Libby Jackson earned her Masters in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Trauma Informed Care from Holy Names University.  Libby has extensive experience and knowledge in aging, caregiving and health navigation.  As an undergraduate she studied human development over the lifespan and the effects of aging on families. Through her ability to foster an environment where participants can feel safe to share their fears and challenges; she has helped families to navigate the caregiving process and provided support during grief and loss.  Libby is also a caregiver for her mother with firsthand experience of the challenges faced when caring for loved ones. “I am passionate about providing relief to those that struggle with daily caregiving responsibilities.”

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Participant Feedback

FOUR STARS!!!

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Simply realizing that other people are struggling with similar issues was very valuable.  Reinforcing that it’s okay to struggle when I’m not “the one with the problem”

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Many people at church feel “invisible,” with not much energy to reach out.  This felt like a great balance between formal care and informal connection.

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I appreciated Libby’s listening.  She made sure everyone was heard and managed the rhythm of the group very well.