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Level 2: Adult Bereavement Retreat
This three-day retreat offers a compassionate and restorative space to build emotional resilience and find healing after loss. Through evidence-based mental health practices, participants will explore effective strategies for coping with grief while gaining practical tools for emotional and physical self-care. The retreat also fosters deep, supportive connections with others who share similar experiences, creating a strong sense of community and understanding. In this peaceful environment, attendees will find renewal, strength, and meaningful guidance for their personal healing journey.
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Patrika's Story
Patrika is grieving the loss of her 19-year-old son, Prophet Thomas-Applin, who was taken by homicide. She has begun seeking support through trauma recovery group counseling and individual counseling at OSU, but the loneliness of this loss has been overwhelming. Patrika is coming to the retreat hoping to find healthy ways to carry her grief and learn how to face life alone for the first time.