Grief Tending Therapy Approach
IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
WHAT IS GRIEF TENDING THERAPY?
Grief tending therapy is a gentle, heart-centered approach that supports individuals in navigating loss, death, and the many forms of grief we carry through life.
Grief deserves time, tenderness, and a place to be felt.
This approach honors grief as a sacred part of being human—not something to rush through or fix, but something to tend to with presence and compassion.
Whether you’re grieving a person, a past version of yourself, a dream that didn’t come true, or the weight of collective loss, you are welcome here.
What can Grief Tending Therapy help with?
The Grief Tending Therapy Approach can be helpful with:
Death of a loved one
Anticipatory grief
Loss of identity
Divorce or separation
Miscarriage and abortion
Birth trauma
Childhood loss
Illness and health decline
Caregiving fatigue
Climate grief
Ancestral grief
Spiritual crisis
Collective trauma
Transition or relocation
Estrangement
Inner child wounds
Career loss
Loss of trust
Existential grief
Feeling stuck in sadness
Grief Tending: Honoring What Has Been Lost
Grief is not linear. It does not need to be fixed. It needs to be witnessed, moved, and allowed to take shape in its own time.
Compassionate Presence: I offer a space where your grief is not minimized or bypassed. You don’t have to hold it alone here. We allow space for tears, silence, anger, longing—whatever needs to be felt.
Ritual and Ceremony: Sometimes grief needs more than words. In our sessions, we may use gentle ritual, nature-based practices, or ancestral acknowledgment to support emotional release and spiritual integration.
Tending the Body: Grief lives in the body. Breath, movement, grounding, and nervous system support help us create capacity for the emotions that feel too big to carry.
Witnessing and Meaning-Making: Together, we make space for the story of your grief. There’s no rush, no agenda—only the slow, sacred process of honoring what was lost and making meaning in its wake.
Hi, I’m Stephanie Brumfield
Licensed Therapist in California, Holistic Therapy & Spiritual Support
Hi, I’m Stephanie Brumfield, a holistic spiritual therapist, certified astrologer, and eternal seeker. Deeply attuned to the subtle and sensitive aspects of life, I specialize in creating a compassionate space for individuals who feel misunderstood or out of place due to their neurodivergence, beliefs, or values. My work focuses on helping clients navigate familial disconnect, societal expectations, and spiritual awakenings, guiding them on a journey from black sheep to holy outsider.
As someone who is neurodivergent (AuDHDer), I value soulful, meaningful connections and draw inspiration from the wisdom of nature, especially trees. With a deep passion for ancestral work, mythology, astrology, trauma healing, and dreams, I integrate these elements into a practice that honors the cyclical nature of death, rebirth, and transformation - a reflection of my Scorpio Moon. Whether I’m researching, reading, or listening to 90s grunge, my approach to healing is grounded in energy medicine, spirituality, and the belief that personal healing can ripple outward to transform the collective.
Approaches
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Relational
Relational therapy centers the healing power of the therapeutic relationship itself. By building trust, mutual respect, and emotional safety, this approach supports deep transformation through authentic connection and co-regulation in the client-therapist dynamic.
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Depth & Shadow Work
Depth and shadow work invites you to explore the unconscious aspects of self that are often hidden, repressed, or denied. This approach supports deep emotional processing and integration, helping you work with patterns, wounds, and archetypes that shape your inner world.
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Dreamwork
Dreamwork therapy honors the messages of your subconscious by exploring dreams as gateways to healing, insight, and transformation. Through dream reflection, symbol exploration, and intuitive guidance, we uncover wisdom that supports emotional and spiritual growth.
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Grief Tending
Grief tending creates space for the many forms of loss we experience—death, transitions, identity, or unmet expectations. This approach welcomes your grief as sacred, helping you process emotions, honor what’s been lost, and find meaning in the midst of mourning.
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Energy Medicine
Energy medicine works with the body’s energetic field to support balance, release blocks, and restore flow. Using intuitive and somatic-based practices, this approach honors the wisdom of the nervous system and promotes healing beyond talk therapy alone.
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Transpersonal Parts Work
Transpersonal parts work explores the different “parts” of your psyche—inner voices, protectors, and exiled aspects—with compassion and curiosity. This method combines parts work with spiritual insight, helping you reconnect with your wholeness and inner wisdom.
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Somatic Therapy
Somatic therapy centers the body in the healing process, using sensations, breath, and movement to release stored trauma. This approach supports nervous system regulation, emotional awareness, and a deeper sense of safety in your own skin.
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Shamanic & Ritual Work
Rooted in ancient wisdom, this approach uses ritual, guided journeys, and earth-based practices to support healing and spiritual connection. It honors the seen and unseen, inviting transformation through ancestral guidance and intentional ceremony.
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Trauma-Informed Care
Trauma-informed therapy emphasizes safety, choice, and regulation. With a focus on titration and nervous system support, this approach helps you heal at a pace that feels manageable, honoring your body’s wisdom every step of the way.
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Astrology
Therapeutic astrology blends astrological insight with trauma-informed care, helping you better understand your patterns, timing, and purpose. Whether integrated into sessions or explored on its own, astrology offers clarity and direction for your healing path.
Questions? Let’s chat.
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