2025 Fall Webinar Series: Four Ways to Find Steadier Ground in Grief

2025 Fall Webinar Series

You’re doing your best to get through the day.
But some moments still take your breath away.
The flashbacks. The way everyone else seems to be “moving on.” The awkward silence when you try to talk about it.

If you’ve ever thought, “No one gets what I’m going through,” — you’re not alone.
And you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.

This fall, I’m offering a monthly webinar series this fall to help you feel less alone, more grounded, and a little more like yourself again — even while grieving.

Each webinar is $30 + hst, 

Register for all four webinars to receive a discount.  

    Four Ways to Find Steadier Ground in Grief

    If you’ve lost someone suddenly or traumatically, you already know — grief changes everything.

    It changes how you feel in your body, how you see the world, how you connect with people, and how you imagine the future.

    And sometimes, instead of getting “better” with time, grief just changes shape — leaving you feeling stuck, out of sync with others, or even anxious and on edge.

    That’s why I’m hosting four webinars from September through December.

    Each one is designed to help you understand what’s happening inside you, give you practical tools you can use right away, and connect you with resources for deeper healing if you want them.

    When Loss Is Traumatic: How to Feel Safe in Your Own Body Again

    📅 September 10th from 8-9pm 

    Some losses feel like an earthquake inside you. When death is sudden, violent, or deeply traumatic, it can leave your nervous system stuck in “survival mode.” You might notice racing thoughts, panic, a tight chest, or feeling frozen in place.

    In this webinar, we’ll explore how traumatic loss affects your brain and body — and why traditional grief advice doesn’t always work in these cases. You’ll learn grounding techniques you can use anywhere, and ways to help your body register moments of safety again.

    You’ll walk away with:

    • A better understanding of why your grief feels different from “normal” grief
    • Grounding strategies you can use to feel calmer in the moment
    • Hope that your body and mind can recover a sense of safety

    Life After Loss: How to Stop Feeling Like You’re Falling Behind

    📅 October 7th from 8-9pm 

    When grief interrupts your life, it can feel like you’ve stepped out of the race while everyone else keeps running. Friends get promotions, start families, or take big trips — and you’re still trying to make it through the day.

    In this webinar, we’ll unpack why grief disrupts your sense of time and self-progress. You’ll learn how to quiet the pressure to “catch up,” set boundaries around comparison, and define your own timeline for healing and growth.

    You’ll walk away with:

    • Insight into why grief warps your sense of time and progress
    • Permission (and tools) to live at your own pace
    • Practical ways to focus on your next right step, not someone else’s pace

    Why Grief Feels Like Anxiety — and How to Calm Your Body

    📅 November 4th from 8-9pm 

    For many grieving people, restlessness, irritability, or a constant sense of “something’s wrong” can linger for months or years. It’s not just in your head — grief and anxiety are closely linked in the nervous system.

    In this webinar, you’ll learn how grief activates the body’s stress response, how to spot the signs that anxiety is showing up in your grief, and practical tools to calm your mind and body when everything feels on edge.

    You’ll walk away with:

    • Understanding of the grief–anxiety connection
    • Quick, portable strategies to help your body relax
    • Ways to feel more grounded and safe, even in the middle of grief waves

    The Loneliness of Grief: Finding Connection After Loss

    📅 December 2nd from 8-9pm 

    Grief can be one of the loneliest experiences — not because you want to be alone, but because it can feel like no one understands. Conversations can get awkward. Friends might drift away. And sometimes you even pull back to protect your heart.

    In this webinar, we’ll explore why grief creates such deep disconnection, and how to start building a network of people who truly get it. You’ll learn how to identify safe, supportive spaces and how to reconnect in ways that feel right for you.

    You’ll walk away with:

    • Clarity on why grief can feel so isolating — and how to change that
    • Ideas for where and how to find genuine support
    • Gentle steps to rebuild trust in connection without emotional overwhelm

    How It Works 

    Registration includes attending the webinar live and having access to the recording for 30 days after the event. 

    All registrations are final. Because these webinars are live and include access to digital materials, we do not offer refunds for any reason. If you are unable to attend live, a replay will be made available to all registrants.

    About the Facilitator

    Aly Bird (she/her) is a Registered Psychotherapist and EMDR Certified Therapist who specializes in supporting traumatically bereaved young adults. Her clinical practice is trauma-informed, grief-centered, and grounded in attachment theory. Aly is passionate about helping people navigate grief while still building a meaningful life. Learn more about Aly here.

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