Grief Support That Meets You Where You Are

You don't have to
carry this alone.

Grief changes everything — and healing doesn't mean forgetting. At Grief Unbound, we offer compassionate, professional support to help you move through loss with care, meaning, and at your own pace.

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Licensed Grief Specialists

In-Person & Telehealth

All Types of Loss Welcome

"Grief is not a problem to be solved — it is a passage to be honored."

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33+Years Experience

10Specialists on Our Team

AllTypes of Loss Welcome

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Our Approach

Grief is not a disorder.
It is love with nowhere to go.

At Grief Unbound, we believe healing begins with being truly seen. We don't rush your process, prescribe "stages," or tell you when you should feel better. Instead, we walk alongside you — honoring where you are, while gently opening pathways forward.

Whether your loss is recent or long-standing, whether it was sudden or anticipated — your grief is valid, and you deserve skilled, compassionate support.

Group-centered program — community is the foundation of healing
All losses honored — death, pet loss, divorce, health, identity, and more
Every loss is valid — no grief is too small, too old, or unrecognized
Evidence-based grief therapy with somatic, holistic, and creative modalities
Free 15-minute discovery call — no pressure, no commitment

Grief support circle session at Center for Mind Body Balance

“Healing is not forgetting. It is learning to carry love forward.”

How We Can Help

Support shaped
around your grief

Every loss is different. Every path forward is your own. We offer multiple formats to meet you where you are.

Individual, Family & Couples Grief Support

Whether you're grieving alone, as a couple, or as a family unit — we offer dedicated in-person sessions to meet you where you are. Loss reshapes every relationship. We help you navigate it together and apart, with skill and compassion.

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Grief Support Groups CORE PROGRAM

Community is at the heart of everything we do. Our facilitated grief groups meet regularly and create a safe, witnessed space where loss is honored without judgment or timeline.

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Unrecognized Grief

Some losses are invisible to the world — pet loss, miscarriage, estrangement, job loss, the death of a difficult relationship. Disenfranchised grief often carries the extra weight of feeling unseen. Here, every loss is honored equally.

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Complicated & Prolonged Grief

When grief feels stuck or has lasted more than six months, specialized support can help. We're trained in prolonged grief disorder and trauma-informed care.

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Anticipatory Grief

Grief begins before the loss. If you're caring for a loved one facing serious illness, we offer compassionate support for the unique grief that comes with anticipating loss.

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Acupuncture for Grief

Grief lives in the body — not just the mind. Acupuncture offers a gentle, somatic pathway to release the physical weight of loss: chest tightness, disrupted sleep, exhaustion, and emotional overwhelm.

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Client Stories

Words from those
who have walked this path

★★★★★

After losing my mother suddenly, I didn't know where to turn. Grief Unbound gave me a place to fall apart safely — and slowly, to find my footing again. I am forever grateful.

Rebecca M.

Loss of Parent • Grief Support Group

★★★★★

My husband and I were grieving differently after our miscarriage, and it was pulling us apart. The couples support sessions helped us grieve together instead of in isolation. A lifeline.

Diane & Thomas P.

Pregnancy Loss • Group & Couples Support

★★★★★

I'd been carrying my grief for three years before reaching out. I thought I'd missed my chance to heal. My counselor showed me it's never too late to tend to your heart.

James O.

Complicated Grief • Ongoing Group Support

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Serving Bergen County, NJ

Grief counseling in
the heart of Bergen County

Grief Unbound is based at the Center for Mind Body Balance — a beautiful heritage house in Saddle River, Bergen County, NJ. Conveniently located near Route 17 and the Garden State Parkway, we serve families and individuals throughout Northern New Jersey.

Communities We Serve

Saddle RiverWyckoffRidgewoodMahwahRamseyParamusHackensackAllendaleUpper Saddle RiverHo-Ho-KusWaldwickGlen RockFair LawnRockland County, NY+ All NJ Residents Welcome

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Center for Mind Body Balance

96 Allendale Road

Saddle River, NJ 07458

📞 (201) 708-8448

Near Rt. 17 & Garden State Parkway

Across from Wandell Elementary

Accessible from Rockland County, NY

Services Available in Bergen County

Individual Grief CounselingGrief Support GroupsFamily Grief TherapySomatic Yoga for GriefReiki & Energy HealingEnd-of-Life SupportSound HealingMeditation & MindfulnessEquine-Assisted TherapyNutrition & Ayurveda

Our Team

Specialists in grief.
Humans who understand loss.

Our team brings together licensed therapists, somatic yoga facilitators, Reiki masters, meditation teachers, end-of-life doulas, and nutritional specialists — all unified by a single mission: to hold space for your grief with skill, compassion, and care.

Melanie Struble

LCSW, LCADC

Founder & Clinical Director · Center for Mind Body Balance

Owner of the Center for Mind Body Balance, Melanie brings more than 33 years of direct practice experience working with adolescents, adults, and families navigating grief and loss, substance addiction, eating disorders, and life transitions.

A Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Melanie has worked across hospital, crisis center, non-profit, and private practice settings. She has completed an extensive study of Compassionate Inquiry with Dr. Gabor Maté, is a Grief Specialist trained directly under David Kessler, and holds credentials in Meditation Teaching, Yin Yoga, Neurosculpting, and a 300-hour Yoga Alliance certification.

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Amanda Lohman Yeu

ERYT-500 · Interfaith Minister · EOLD

Somatic Yoga Facilitator & End-of-Life Doula

With over 20 years of yoga experience, Amanda creates a supported space where students can embrace change and grow. She specializes in grief, substance use recovery, trauma, and anxiety support through somatic yoga practice.

As an Interfaith Minister, Amanda honors spiritual diversity and emphasizes spiritual autonomy. Her work as an End of Life Doula — accompanying those in transition with empathy, compassion, and respect — remains one of her greatest honors.

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Eileen Alexander

Reiki Master Teacher · Life & Grief Coach

Reiki & Holistic Grief Healing

Eileen discovered the healing practice of Reiki during her own grief journey following the passing of her daughter over 17 years ago. She has spent 15+ years creating a safe, nurturing space for clients to allow grief and its many emotions to flow freely.

Eileen combines Reiki with yoga, meditation, and self-exploration processes, tailoring her approach to each client's unique needs. She is a member of The Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology.

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Mark Van Buren

Bestselling Author · Meditation Teacher

Mindfulness, Grief & Inner Transformation

Mark is a bestselling author and meditation teacher whose work focuses on mindful living, grief, and inner transformation. He teaches through workshops, retreats, and group offerings.

Mark is the author of Your Life Is Meditation and A Fool's Guide to Actual Happiness. His writing has appeared in Meditation Magazine, Lion's Roar, and Tricycle.

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Alison Edsall

Somatic Sound Healing Practitioner · EOLD

Sound Healing & End-of-Life Support

Trained in the Atma Buti sound healing lineage with roots in nursing, music education, and yoga, Alison offers gentle, intuitive sound journeys that support grounding, emotional release, and peace.

Sound HealingEnd-of-Life Doula

Wendy Coffey

LCSW

Psychotherapist & Equine-Assisted Grief Groups

Wendy has been a practicing psychotherapist for 33 years, working with families in crisis, couples, young adults, and adolescents. She is one of the only grief practitioners in Bergen County offering Equine Therapy.

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Julia Tsakalis

LCSW · Certified Brainspotting Practitioner

IFS Therapy, Grief Groups & College Instructor

Julia is an LCSW with 15 years in practice who uses Internal Family Systems (IFS / "Parts Work") and Brainspotting. She also teaches a Grief and Loss course at the college level.

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Sheryl Edsall

Yoga Teacher · Reiki Master · Ayurvedic Chef

Grief Nutrition, Yoga & Ayurvedic Healing

With 30+ years of experience as a yoga teacher, Reiki Master, all-faiths minister, and Ayurvedic chef, Sheryl brings a profoundly holistic lens to grief — including the often-overlooked nutritional dimension.

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Jessica Cording

MS, RD, CDN, IFNCP

Registered Dietitian · Grief & Health Transitions

Jessica is a registered dietitian, health coach, and author with 15+ years of experience supporting women through grief, loss, and key life transitions. Author of The Farewell Tour.

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Freia Serafina

Spiritual Coach · Ritual Facilitator · Goddess Studies Scholar

Feminine Ritual, Embodiment & Grief for Women

Freia specializes in reimagining ancient feminine rituals for modern times, working with women around grief through gentle, trauma-aware spaces where loss is welcomed and allowed to move through the body.

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📍 96 Allendale Rd, Saddle River, NJ 07458

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Common Questions

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Find answers to common questions about grief counseling, our approach, costs, and how to get started.

How do I know if I need grief counseling?

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What happens in the free 15-minute consultation?

Are you a top-rated grief counselor serving Bergen County, NJ?

Does Grief Unbound offer online grief counseling for Bergen County residents?

Do you accept insurance? What are the costs?

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I'm not sure my loss "counts."

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Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

Grief Unbound ("we," "us," or "our") is a program of the Center for Mind Body Balance, located at 96 Allendale Road, Saddle River, NJ 07458. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us through:

Contact and consultation forms: Your name, email address, phone number (optional), and any information you share about what brings you to us.
Chat features: Messages you send through our on-site chat or chatbot, including your name, contact details, and the content of your conversation.
Email subscriptions: Your email address if you sign up to receive resources or updates.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide solely to:

Respond to your consultation requests and schedule appointments
Follow up on chat conversations you initiate
Send you requested resources (such as guides or newsletters)
Improve our website and services

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Third-Party Services

Our website uses the following third-party services:

Square — for online booking. When you click a booking link, you are directed to Square's platform, which is governed by Square's Privacy Policy.
OpenStreetMap — for the embedded map on our location section.
Google Fonts — for typeface rendering.
Cloudflare — for website security and performance.

Cookies

Our website uses minimal cookies necessary for basic functionality and security (provided by Cloudflare). We do not use advertising cookies or third-party tracking pixels.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including encrypted HTTPS connections and secure server infrastructure. However, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure.

Data Retention

We retain form submissions and chat transcripts only as long as needed to respond to your inquiry and provide requested services. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

Important Note About Clinical Information

This website is not a clinical platform. Information shared through our website forms or chat is not protected under HIPAA. It is used solely for scheduling and general inquiries. Once you become a client, all clinical information is handled in accordance with HIPAA regulations through our secure clinical systems.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Request access to the personal information we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your information
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If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Center for Mind Body Balance
96 Allendale Road, Saddle River, NJ 07458
Phone: (201) 708-8448
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Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

You don't have tocarry this alone.

Group Schedule

Grief is not a disorder.It is love with nowhere to go.

Support shapedaround your grief

Words from thosewho have walked this path

Free Guide: Finding Your WayThrough Grief

Begin yourhealing journey today

Grief counseling inthe heart of Bergen County

Specialists in grief.Humans who understand loss.

Meet yourhealing team in person

Things people oftenwant to know first

We're here to help

Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

How We Use Your Information

Third-Party Services

Cookies

Data Security

Data Retention

Important Note About Clinical Information

Children's Privacy

Your Rights

Contact Us

Changes to This Policy

You don't have to
carry this alone.

Grief is not a disorder.
It is love with nowhere to go.

Support shaped
around your grief

Words from those
who have walked this path

Free Guide: Finding Your Way
Through Grief

Begin your
healing journey today

Grief counseling in
the heart of Bergen County

Specialists in grief.
Humans who understand loss.

Meet your
healing team in person

Things people often
want to know first