Walking with Joy - Grief and Loss Recovery

04/08/2026

When someone is grieving, certain common phrases meant to comfort can actually cause more pain.Phrases that start with ...

04/06/2026

FREE UNSTUCK Workshop.

Join me tomorrow, April 7, at 1:00 pm to learn how to move beyond the pain caused by death, divorce, and lifestyle changes we experience in life. Free registration at the door. Halls Senior Center, 4405 Crippen Road, Halls, TN.

03/30/2026

Join me this week for the HOPE Circle where we will discuss ideas for a plan to remember your loved one during the Easter Holidays.

The HOPE Circle is an online weekly grief recovery support group. You can register on Eventbrite in the comments below.
~. Every Wednesday
~. 7:30-8:30 pm, EST.
~. A variety of topics discussed
~. Always open share time
~. Facilitated by Joy Gaertner, Advanced Loss & Grief Recovery Specialist
~. Free

Holidays bring loved ones together. Whether it's Christmas, Hanukkah, Thanksgiving or even Valentine's Day, these dates represent years of memories with those we cherish. As we move into the...

03/23/2026

HOPE Workshop...using The Grief Recovery Workshop® for traumatic loss (su***de, overdose, homicide) begins tomorrow at 6:00 p.m. - Church of the Good Shepherd (5409 Jacksboro Pike).

Registration is at the door.

The first two sessions are open for you to
~ explore The Grief Recovery Method® content,
~ experience the dynamics of the group and to
~ ask 1-on-1 questions.

03/22/2026

https://www.griefrecoverymethod.com/our-programs/pet-loss-support

01/18/2026

Heartbroken by Loss? Heal with The Grief Recovery Support Method®. Are you suffering from loss (death, divorce, health, finances, life changes)? The Grief Recovery Support Method® offers a path to healing and regaining your life.

Join this evidence-based ONLINE support group for practical tools, connection, and hope. Start your healing journey in a safe, compassionate space with certified Advanced Grief Recovery Specialist, Joy Gaertner.

8-week Workshop. Registration closes after 2nd session.
ONLINE: Begins January 20, Tuesdays, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, To register & receive ZOOM details, call 865-963-9221 or email joy@walkingwithjoy.com.

Sponsored by Mynatt Funeral Home and Joy Gaertner, Walking with Joy.

09/20/2025

I wanted to send a gentle reminder for tomorrow's session of the Grief Recovery workshop. You are welcome to attend to learn more before you make a commitment.

The timing of this workshop is perfect to help us prepare for the upcoming holidays. The workshop begins at 2:00 pm at the Powell Church, located at 323 W. Emory Road. Register at the door. The workshop is sponsored by Mynatt Funeral Home and is free to the community.

07/31/2025

Look for information on upcoming Lunch & Learns!

05/26/2025

The National Moment of Remembrance was created by President William Clinton to observe a moment of silence to occur at 3:00 p.m. (local time) on each Memorial

04/01/2025

Are you or someone you know struggling with grief?

Join us for the opening session of UNSTUCK, where you’ll discover a unique, proven approach to healing through the Grief Recovery Method®. This is a safe space to explore how grief affects us, experience the power of group support, and learn more—before making any commitment.

• Registration for the IN-PERSON group is at the door.

• Register on Eventbrite to receive the Zoom link for Thursday's online group. Here is the link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/april-3-online-intro-to-unstuck-using-the-loss-grief-recovery-method-tickets-1280384768309?aff=oddtdtcreator

Take action today and transform your emotional pain into peace!

03/23/2025

Grief Recovery Support Groups provide a pathway to healing through structured guidance and effective actions. While educational components are included, sharing in the group is entirely voluntary and takes place within a small, trusted circle. Unlike traditional support groups, the focus is not solely on discussing pain; instead, it emphasizes actively working towards recovery.

Life can be messy and rarely turns out the way we plan. Discover Grief Recovery...an action plan to move beyond the pain following a loss.

01/23/2025

Joy Gaertner is a grief specialist who works with Mynatt Funeral Homes to lead workshops that help people navigate loss.