Good Grief Group Sessions Agreement

This Agreement is entered into by and between Patrick McCarthy dba We The Grievers ("Group Lead") and Participant Name ("Participant"). By enrolling in this program, the Participant agrees to the following terms:

1. Program Structure & Logistics

• Program Name: Good Grief Group Sessions

• Duration: 12 weeks total.

• Live Calls: 6 bi-weekly group sessions via Google Meet

• Call Schedule:[Day of week] at [Time] every other week.

• Good Grief Group Instagram Chat

• Occasional external resources

2. Scope of Practice

• Educational Support: This program offers peer support, coping strategies, and educational tools for grief.

• Not Therapy: Guidance and support provided during the Good Grief Group Sessions are not psychotherapy, mental health counseling, or psychiatric treatment.

• Crisis Notice: The Group Lead cannot provide crisis intervention. If Participant experiences severe depression or self-harm thoughts, they must contact emergency services or a licensed medical professional immediately.

3. Strict Group Confidentiality

• Safe Space: Grief work requires vulnerability. Participant agrees to keep all personal stories, names, and details shared by other group members strictly confidential.

• No Sharing: Sharing any other member's information outside the group is grounds for immediate removal without a refund.

4. Participant Conduct & Safe Environment

• Respectful Dialogue: Members must listen without judgment and respect differing grieving processes.

• Removal Policy: The Group Lead reserves the right to remove any Participant who is disruptive, disrespectful, or harmful to the group dynamic.

5. Fees, Absences, & Cancellations

• Program Investment: Sliding scale enrollment fee paid in full at time of enrollment.

• Missed Sessions: No partial refunds or make-up 1-on-1 sessions are provided for missed bi-weekly calls.

• Cancellation: Because this is a fixed 12-week container, Participant is responsible for the full payment plan even if they choose to stop attending.

6. Intellectual Property

• Materials: All workbooks, prompts, and frameworks provided remain the intellectual property of the Group Lead.

• Personal Use Only: Materials are for the Participant's individual use and cannot be resold or shared publicly.

Updated: August 12, 2026.