Hope Bereavement Center

Hope Begins with Healing

Compassionate grief support for individuals and families navigating life after loss.

Discover the Transformative Power of Grief Support

Grief can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. At Hospice of the North Coast, our bereavement services are rooted in compassion, connection, and the belief that healing is possible. Through individual counseling, group support, and creative therapies, we help individuals and families find resilience and renewed purpose in the face of loss.

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Why Choose Hospice of the North Coast for Bereavement Counseling?

40+ Years of Experience

A trusted nonprofit serving
North County San Diego
with deep expertise in grief care.

Holistic, Heart-Centered Approach

We support the emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of grief through individual counseling, support groups, creative expression, & events.

Personalized, Flexible Support

Our team customizes care plans to your needs, whether you're seeking private counseling or community connection.

Open to the Community

Our services are available to all, whether or not your loved one was in our hospice care. You are welcome here.

A Journey of Growth

Participants often report not only healing—but transformation. From sorrow, many find deeper gratitude, meaning, & joy.

One-on-One Support from Skilled Grief Counselors

Our master’s-level bereavement counselors provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to process grief at your own pace. We use evidence-based therapies tailored to your personal experience and goals.

Therapies Offered:

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)
  • Expressive Arts Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Emotion-Focused Therapy
  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy

Healing Through Community

Grief can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. At Hospice of the North Coast, our bereavement services are rooted in compassion, connection, and the belief that healing is possible. Through individual counseling, group support, and creative therapies, we help individuals and families find resilience and renewed purpose in the face of loss.

Example Groups:

  • Cultivating Resiliency
  • Grief 101
  • Empty Cradle (Pregnancy & Infant Loss)
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Remember Me Bears

Honor a loved one with a custom-sewn keepsake bear made from their clothing. Volunteers lovingly craft each bear from items like favorite shirts, military uniforms, or sports jerseys.

  • Turnaround: approx. 6 weeks
  • Drop-off at our Carlsbad office
  • A beautiful legacy of memory and comfort
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Grief Resources for Every Journey

We offer printed and digital grief resources to support individuals, parents, & caregivers at any stage of loss.

  • Supporting Children & Teens
  • Helping Children & Teens Cope with Death
  • Parenting During Grief
  • How Children Grieve vs. Adults
  • Losing a Spouse or Child
  • Reconciliation Needs of Mourning Children

You Don’t Have to Walk This Road Alone

Let us help you find peace and meaning on your grief journey. Reach out today to connect with a counselor or explore our group offerings. Your healing matters—and we’re here to walk beside you.

Call us at 760.431.4100 or send us a message