GRIEVING? STRUGGLING AFTER LOSS?
You are not alone.
HELP FOR GRIEF
Feeling weighed down by all the “stuff” that comes with loss?
The physical stuff: Belongings, paperwork, heirlooms, junk, piles to sort through.
The responsibilities: The estate, probate, endless decisions.
The emotional stuff: Regret, resentment, anger, anxiety, guilt, the strained relationships. The sheer exhaustion.
It’s a lot.
And you’re not alone. Not anymore!
HELLO
I’m Charlene
I help grieving people to feel more supported, less alone and better-equipped to navigate the practical and emotional aftermath of losing a loved one.
After my mother died suddenly in 2013, I leaned into my creativity and instincts as a curator to guide myself through grief. From there, I decided to help other people with their grief.
I’m a certified grief coach, speaker and founder of The Grief Gallery. I believe we are ALL curators after a loved one dies. My Curating Grief framework is designed to help grieving people like you to heal in a creative, accessible way.
EVENTS
Monthly Grief Gathering
Pull up a virtual chair and join grief coach and curator Charlene Lam for The Grief Gallery’s free monthly gathering for community connection and creative inspiration. We meet on Zoom the last Wednesday of every month at 2pm ET.
Next gathering: Wed April 30th, 2pm ET (7pm UK)
HELP WITH GRIEF
Grief Resources
How to Find Grief Support That’s Right For You
Looking for grief counseling? Wondering what other kinds of grief support might be available? This post is for you!
Mother’s Day Grief
Whether you’ve lost your mom to death, illness or estrangement, Mother’s Day can bring up a lot for grievers.
WORK WITH ME
Grief Coaching
UNPACKING YOUR GRIEF AND LOSSES
Have you made space and time for your grief? Whether your significant loss(es) are months, years or decades ago, you might have unacknowledged or unprocessed grief that’s weighing you down. Let's unpack so you can feel lighter and more equipped to move forward.
CHOOSING WHAT TO KEEP AFTER A LOVED ONE DIES
Struggling with hard choices after the death of a loved one? How do we decide what to keep, and what to let go of? I can help.
CREATING THE MEMORIAL YOU REALLY WANT TO GIVE THEM
Facing a significant date? Whether it's a birthday, the anniversary of a death, or a major holiday, creating a memorial or commissioning artwork can be the best way to remember your person.
Or contact me at hello[at]charlenelam.com
I get more aha's from you than my therapist!
It's felt like an impossible task to try to sort through my mom's belongings. I feel like I have a place to begin this process now and it doesn't feel so terrifying. Thank you.
I love this approach as a creative outlet for grief - I'm totally inspired.
News & Grief Events
I love speaking about grief, from death-related loss to life’s many transitions. Visit my Speaker Page or contact me at hello@charlenelam.com to learn more.
Monthly Grief Gathering
Join The Grief Gallery’s free monthly grief gathering, on Zoom the last Wednesday of every month at 2pm ET.
Order the Book
Curating Grief: A Creative Guide to Choosing What to Keep After a Loved One Dies is out now. A book for grievers dealing with stuff: the physical AND emotional stuff.
Speaking
Charlene Lam is a dynamic grief speaker, delivering talks and workshops for international audiences , companies, and on the TEDx stage. Topics include:
- The role of art, creativity and storytelling for healthy grieving and post-traumatic growth.
- Managing transition and change
- Using the lens of curating in grief
Charlene is a thought leader with a fresh, unique voice on how we can hold space for our grief –– and I could not be more grateful for her contributions to the grief, end-of-life and creative industries.
The Grief Gallery
As curator of The Grief Gallery, Charlene Lam presents exhibitions exploring grief and loss during international events and festivals, from London Design Festival to the End Well symposium in Los Angeles.
CONTACT
- hello@charlenelam.com
CONNECT
YOU ARE ALL WELCOME
WORK WITH ME
GRIEF COACHING
MEET ME IN LISBON
SPEAKING AND WORKSHOPS
PICK MY BRAIN
MONTHLY GRIEF GATHERING
Join us for The Grief Gallery's free, supportive grief group gathering the last Wednesday of the month, 2pm ET (7pm UK).
SEE ALL EVENTS
CURATING GRIEF PODCAST
- Listen to the Curating Grief podcast
GRIEF RESOURCES
Need help with grief? I can help.
Get in touch: Email hello@charlenelam.com
Note: Coaching and coaching consultations are not a substitute for counseling, psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, mental health care, substance abuse treatment, or other professional advice by legal, medical or other qualified professionals. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, contact 911 or your local emergency services.
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