Selected Comments about The Grief Recovery Handbook

Because you may not be familiar with us and our work, we have attached a list of comments by people from various walks of life, each of whom recommends The Grief Recovery Handbook. Some of those quoted are nationally known, and others reflect the worlds of education, medicine, psychotherapy, and religion. As we prepared the quotes, we realized that a majority of the comments included the word valuable or invaluable. We hope you and those you serve will also find The Grief Recovery Handbook beneficial.

    On behalf of grieving people everywhere, we thank you.

    Sincerely,

    John W. James
    Russell Friedman

"So much of life depends on how well we deal with the inevitable losses that occur. It is wonderful that something as helpful as The Grief Recovery Handbook exists to help those who are dealing with death, divorce, and other losses."
Jane Seymour, Award Winning Actress,
Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman

"You don't know me, but you probably knew of my Dad, Michael Landon. I have known and been helped by John W. James and Russell Friedman, in seminars and through the incredible process outlined in The Grief Recovery Handbook. Whether your loss was recent or a long time ago, this book is invaluable in dealing with all of the feelings caused by significant losses of any kind."
Leslie Landon Matthews, Ph.D.

"I am familiar with the life affirming work of Russell Friedman and John W. James at The Grief Recovery Institute®. I am pleased to recommend their new book, The Grief Recovery Handbook. While we all know how to grieve, completing the pain caused by loss is essential. This book is the tool kit for recovery."
Tom Campbell, United States Congressman

"The Grief Recovery Handbook is an oasis for anyone who finds themselves wandering in the desert of grief and loss. It is refreshing water to a thirsty soul."
Rev. Bob Sands, Hollywood, FL

"I have referred many congregants to The Grief Recovery Handbook, and all of them have found it helpful. I will continue to use it in my counseling sessions."
Rabbi Mel Glazer, N.Brunswick, NJ

"As bereavement care director for a mortuary, I find The Grief Recovery Handbook an invaluable resource. One of the strong points of the book is its respect for widely varying religious and professional principles when dealing with unresolved grief issues."
Agnes Lestico, Lompoc, CA

"In traditional Chinese Medicine, disease is described as a blockage of energy. I personally know of no greater cause of disease than unresolved grief. The Grief Recovery Handbook is a perfect compliment to our medicine."
Linda Modaro, L.Ac., Yo San University

"I am a Physical Therapist and Reiki Master. During the course of my work, I have found The Grief Recovery Handbook to be an invaluable tool for helping clients to learn the skills necessary for moving beyond loss and unresolved grief."
Sheryl Einfalt, MPT, Alameda, CA

"I found The Grief Recovery Handbook most helpful in dealing with my personal loss, and very useful for my clients who are dealing with grief."
Jules Burg, Ph.D, MFCC, Los Angeles, CA

"The Grief Recovery Handbook provides a window into the soul of the griever and elucidates the struggle one normally experiences with loss."
Penny Winkler, PsyD., MFCC, Santa Ana, CA

"I am an alcohol and other drug counselor. I have found The Grief Recovery Handbook to be the most valuable tool available in dealing with unresolved losses with my clients, with their significant others, and with the community at large."
James B. Ardrey, ICADC, Tulsa, OK