Survivor of Suicide Loss Support Group

The goal of a suicide loss support group is to help loss survivors learn to cope. They do this by listening to others and sharing (if they choose) in a safe space. Most groups listed here are support groups and not therapy groups. The goal of a therapy group is to help loss survivors change and are generally led by a professionally qualified therapist or counselor.

This process can be a lot for someone who just lost a loved one to suicide. For those attending a support group here are some questions to consider asking the facilitator of the group ahead of time:

• When and where does the group meet?
• Does the group meet in person or virtually?
• Is there a cost?
• Is the group facilitated by another suicide loss survivor or a mental health professional?
• Is registration required before I can attend?
• Is this an open group – anyone can drop in anytime – or is this a closed group for a set period of time?
• Is there a specific topic or agenda that is followed at each meeting?
• Will I be required to speak/share?

Please note these survivors of suicide loss support groups are not overseen or endorsed by the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation.