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Navigating Grief in a Fast-Paced World: Insights from Gina Moffa, LCSW

Brianna Dunbar

In this heartfelt episode, we welcome Gina Moffa, a licensed clinical social worker, grief therapist, and author of Moving On Doesn’t Mean Letting Go. With nearly two decades of experience, Gina specializes in helping individuals navigate the complex terrains of grief, trauma, and life transitions.

Gina shares her unique approach to grief therapy, emphasizing that healing doesn’t mean forgetting. We delve into the misconceptions about grief, the importance of creating space for mourning in our fast-paced society, and practical strategies to process loss healthily.

Whether you’re dealing with the loss of a loved one, a significant life change, or supporting someone through grief, this conversation offers valuable insights and compassionate guidance.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • The difference between moving on and letting go
  • How to create a supportive environment for grief
  • Strategies to process and understand personal loss
  • The role of mindfulness and self-compassion in healing
  • Insights from Gina’s book on navigating modern grief

Quotes from Gina:

“You don’t have to choose between falling apart and staying strong.”


“Grief is a part of all of our stories. It shapes us, moves us, and far too often, it can feel like it’s breaking us. But that doesn’t have to be the end.”


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Gina Moffa, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker, grief therapist, and author based in New York City. With nearly 20 years of experience, Gina has dedicated her career to supporting individuals through grief, trauma, and significant life transitions. She combines traditional psychotherapy with mindfulness-based approaches to help clients find resilience and meaning in the face of loss.

Gina’s work extends beyond individual therapy; she’s a passionate advocate for grief literacy and has been featured in various media outlets, including NPR, USA Today, and Marie Claire. Her book, Moving On Doesn’t Mean Letting Go, offers a modern guide to navigating loss, challenging societal misconceptions about grief, and providing readers with tools to heal authentically.

Through her practice, speaking engagements, and writing, Gina continues to shed light on the importance of acknowledging and processing grief in our fast-paced world.

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