Journey Through Grief with Soundwork – Group Workshop
In support of those moving through grief and bereavement.

Workshop Facilitators: Ann-Marie Boudreau, Jocelyn Draine, and Stephen Hudecki

When we are confronted with a painful loss, whether it’s the death of someone close to us, a lost opportunity or the ending of an intimate relationship, we can use these circumstances to enter into a deeper connection with our soul. But often we minimize our grief in order to function ‘normally’ and stay strong. If we have the courage and support during these tender times we can allow ourselves to be broken open. While in a state separated from the norm, radical shifts and even radical healing can occur.

The nonverbal world of sound and music can be a helpful ally in the grieving process. Soundwork moves us beyond the use of words and into the deepest realms of the heart. It creates a space for clients to connect more directly to their feelings and often in a powerful way. By asking our intellect to take a back seat, we allow sounds to help us access our feelings of sorrow, longing and anger so that we may eventually release them and begin the journey back to wholeness. Crying, like laughing, releases emotional and physical tension in our bodies. It’s good medicine.

Please bring a blanket or mat and pillow to lie on as the main portion of the workshop is done lying on the floor.

The Facilitators

Ann-Marie Boudreau combines her skills as a spiritual psychotherapist, soundwork practitioner, improvisational vocalist and multi-instrumentalist in her private practice in Toronto. In her session work Ann-Marie supports clients moving through deep shifts and transformations in their lives. Her passion for sharing soundwork extends from performance and facilitating a variety of workshops throughout Ontario to supporting those moving through long-term illness and into final passage. For more information contact Ann-Marie at: amboudreau@yahoo.ca

Jocelyn Drainie
Jocelyn facilitates rhythm and sonic healing circles for private rituals and ceremonies, social service agencies, schools, church groups, professional and medical organizations. She specializes in the use of soundwork to assist those in the grieving process and support individuals in palliative care. Jocelyn is a member of the Rhythm Sisters, an all women’s percussion ensemble based in London. Check Jocelyn’s website at: www.sonicmedicine.ca

Stephen Hudecki
With a B.F.A. in music, Soundmaking comes naturally to Stephen. He has shared his playful approach in schools, hospices, community drum circles, singing circles, retreat centres, and open clinics. Stephen has facilitated sonic ritual at private functions, individual rite of passage rituals, in churches, and temples. Stephen has visited Halton, Hamilton-Wentworth and Wellington School Boards, the Nursing Faculty at McMaster Univeristy, seniors, residents, Addiction facilities, Dr. Bob Kemp and Carpenter House Hospices. Musically he continues to perform while working in the film and television industries. Check Stephen’s website at: www.laughingboy.ca