Susan Cyr is a dedicated counselor who specializes in providing individual and group grief counseling for those experiencing loss. As a suicide-bereaved mother herself, she offers compassionate support to parents and others navigating the challenging landscape of traumatic grief. Understanding that child loss can be an isolating experience, she creates a nurturing environment where bereaved parents can find solace in community on this lifelong journey. While acknowledging the potential support of religious and spiritual beliefs, Susan encourages clients to embrace what brings them comfort and to let go of what no longer serves them, facilitating discussions around the evolution of their beliefs. A committed humanist, Susan recognizes that the grief and death-averse culture often leaves individuals feeling alone; in her practice, she fosters a safe space where grievers can come together to witness and validate each other's experiences. In her groups, mothers communicate openly about their deceased children, addressing the painful judgments and expectations they face from society. The ethos of her approach is rooted in zero judgment and the avoidance of unsolicited advice, allowing each member to share their unique worldview and experiences. Susan's education and her personal journey through child loss uniquely qualify her to support bereaved parents. She understands that societal pressures often want individuals to quickly 'move on' from their grief. However, Susan champions the idea that grievers must trust their own healing processes, believing that true strength emerges from vulnerability and that comfort is found through honest expression.