If you’re carrying grief, you know how quickly it can turn your world upside down.
Grief can feel isolating, disorientating, and impossible to explain to people who haven’t lived it.
After a significant loss, you may:
Appear to be coping well while carrying far more than anyone realizes.
Brace yourself for milestones, ordinary days, and everything in between.
Feel disconnected from your loved ones, yourself, or the life you used to know.
If any of this feels familiar, you’re not failing.
You’re having a deeply human response to loss.
And while no two grief journeys are exactly alike, none of us were meant to navigate loss entirely on our own.
A safe space for sharing what’s weighing on your heart.
“Whatever shape your grief holds, you’re welcome here.”
I’ll meet you where you are.
Grief is a natural and inevitable part of the human experience. And yet, there is little guidance on how to carry it, or how to support the people we love through it.
As your grief ally and a certified grief educator, I offer a steady presence through life’s toughest heartbreaks.
In our 1:1 virtual sessions, we can:
Make room for difficult emotions, meaningful dates, relationship and identity shifts, cherished memories, and the many ways grief continues to impact our lives.
Explore what it means to move through loss with greater self-compassion and renewed purpose, recognizing that grief is part of your story, but not the author of every chapter.
At the heart of my work:
Presence
Your grief deserves to be
witnessed and given space.
Compassion
Support that honors both the pain of your loss and the love that remains.
Connection
A reminder that you don’t have to navigate grief entirely on your own.
No pressure. No expectations.
“Grief is heavy. You don’t have to carry it alone.”
Hi, I’m Nicole.
Nicole Gyan (she/her)
I’m a certified grief educator and communications specialist who believes that grief deserves more space in our lives and conversations than it is often given.
While I’ve mourned many losses in my life, my path to this work began after the sudden passing of my beloved sister Priya, in 2021.
Despite having people around me, I realized how few spaces exist where bereaved individuals can speak openly about what they’re carrying without judgement, timelines, or expectations of “getting over it.”
Today, through My Grief Ally, you can expect deep compassion, a listening ear, thoughtful reflections, the freedom to show up exactly as you are in your grief.
A few things about me:
I’m an Indo-Caribbean woman who has called the San Francisco Bay Area home since 2012.
I’m a lifelong storyteller with a background in radio broadcasting, marketing, and social media.
I’m a devoted dog lover and advocate for senior rescue dogs.
Grief-Informed Communications:
In addition to providing grief support, I draw on over 20 years of work experience to help organizations communicate about grief with greater sensitivity, clarity, and care. If you serve grieving communities, i’d love to hear more: Nicole@mygriefally.com.
My convictions about grief work:
Grief and love are forever intertwined.
Being seen, heard, and supported can be deeply healing.
There is no “right way” to grieve, only your way.
You're warmly invited to reach out
“If the love is real, the grief is real.”
- David Kessler
Frequently Asked Questions
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Not at all. Often, people approach me without clarity, only a sense that they’re struggling with a loss. We can begin with a conversation and see what feels right, without committing to anything.
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Grief takes many forms. This may include the loss of a loved one, a sibling, a parent, a friend, a beloved animal companion, or a loss that isn’t always recognized or named. If you’re wondering whether what you’re experiencing “counts,” please know that it does — and you’re welcome here.
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No. I offer grief education and support, not clinical therapy. My role is to walk alongside you as a listener and companion, creating space for reflection, remembrance, and care. If at any point you choose to explore therapeutic or clinical support, I’d fully encourage you to do so.
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There is no set timeline. Some people attend sessions for a brief period; others opt for an ongoing approach or return at different moments over time. I’m open to providing what feels supportive to you rather than following a preset structure.
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I offer a grief-informed approach to copywriting (websites, educational materials, emails, etc.) and social media strategy. I feel honored to partner with bereavement centers, hospices, hospitals, pet-loss organizations, and funeral homes in need of compassionate communication.
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Support begins with a free 20-minute Connection Call. From there, we can explore what kind of ongoing 1:1 virtual support feels right for you. Investment varies based on your needs, and I'm happy to talk through options with care and transparency.
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You’re welcome to email me at:
📧 Nicole@mygriefally.com
There is space for what your grieving heart is carrying.
If you’ve read something here that has resonated or
made you feel less alone, I’m really glad you’re here.
Whether you’re navigating loss or seeking support for a grief-aware
organization, you’re welcome to email me at Nicole@mygriefally.com or connect with me on Instagram via DM.
Important note:
Through My Grief Ally, you’ll receive non-clinical grief support. I am not a therapist, and this is not a crisis service.
If you’re experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact local emergency services or your nearest crisis hotline (if you’re in the U.S., call or text Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988).