Heal My Heart
GRIEF THERAPY
A gentle, evidence-based approach to finding peace after loss.
​If your grief feels overwhelming or complicated, involving unresolved issues or traumatic experiences, IADC may bring you peace
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If you're struggling to move past the pain of grief and feel trapped in your sorrow, IADC is specifically tailored to help you find the healing and closure you seek. It offers a unique approach to address the challenges of complicated grief, providing hope and support on your journey toward emotional recovery.​
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IADC goes beyond mere coping; it allows deep healing and personal growth, helping you find meaning and purpose after loss.
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Seeking IADC grief therapy is a courageous step toward healing, and you don't have to face your grief alone. Reach out to discover how IADC can assist you in overcoming the pain and finding a path towards renewed hope and well-being. Book in for a free chat here
Grief Healing
When grief feels overwhelming or endless, it can be hard to move forward - not because you don’t want to heal, but because the pain feels too deep to reach through words alone.
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One of the most effective methods for releasing that pain is a therapy known as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). EMDR helps calm the body’s stress response and allows the brain to naturally process stored emotional pain.
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Building on this proven foundation, a specialised approach called Induced After-Death Communication (IADC) was developed to support those struggling with deep grief.
Using the same gentle techniques as EMDR,
IADC creates a safe space where clients often experience profound emotional relief and, for many, a comforting sense of reconnection or closure with their departed loved one.
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There’s no hypnosis, no suggestion, and no expectation of what you “should” experience. The process simply allows the mind and heart to soften the weight of sorrow and open to peace again - in whatever way feels natural for you.​​​
Who is an IADC therapy session for?
IADC, is particularly beneficial for those who are stuck in their grief, feeling pain, guilt or sadness.
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It offers essential support and healing to a wide range of individuals facing the challenges of losing a loved one or experiencing the trauma that can be felt when someone has died.
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IADC is designed for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one, regardless of the relationship or the circumstances of the loss.
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If you find yourself grappling with intense emotions like sadness, anger, guilt, or confusion after a death, IADC provides a safe space to process these feelings, and move through them to create healing.
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IADC is especially beneficial for individuals who feel trapped in their grief, unable to move beyond the pain and find a way forward.
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“Healing is embracing what is most feared; healing is opening what has been closed, softening what has hardened into obstruction, healing is learning to trust life.”
Jeanne Achterberg
Normal, healthy grief is a natural and essential response to loss.
It is a highly individual process, and its duration and intensity can vary from
person to person and can also depend on the nature of the loss.
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Over time, individuals typically begin to adjust to life without the person or thing they lost. While they may never "get over" the loss completely, they find ways to live with it and incorporate it into their lives.
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It's important to note that what is considered normal grief can vary based on cultural, personal, and societal factors.
What's crucial is that grief is an individual experience, and there's no one-size-fits-all timeline or set of emotions that define "normal."
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When should you be concerned about abnormal or complicated grief?
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If you or someone you know is experiencing grief that significantly interferes with daily life, persists for an extended period without any improvement, or leads to self-destructive behaviours, it may be a sign of complicated grief or a related mental health issue.
If there are thoughts of self-harm or suicide, it's essential to seek immediate assistance from a mental health crisis hotline or a healthcare provider.
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Ultimately, there is no fixed timetable for grief, and it's essential to be patient with yourself and seek support when needed to navigate the unique journey of healing after loss.
“The weird, weird thing about devastating loss is that life actually goes on. When you're faced with a tragedy, a loss so huge that you have no idea how you can live through it, somehow, the world keeps turning, the seconds keep ticking.”
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James Patterson, Angel
How does an IADC therapy session work?
IADC Therapy typically consists of two sessions over consecutive days, focusing on alleviating grief-related sadness. It works best for those that are stuck in grief and cannot move past the trauma, sadness, guilt or loss.
This approach adapts elements from EMDR Therapy to achieve a higher level of resolution, creating a receptive state. In this state, many clients report a profound and loving connection with their departed loved ones, often through sensory experiences or a sense of their presence.
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Individuals who undergo successful IADC Therapy commonly report a significant reduction in grief-related sadness stemming from the loss of a loved one. They often find closure for any unresolved issues in their relationship with the deceased and gain reassurance about their loved one's well-being.
Most importantly, clients frequently describe a profound sense of connection with their loved ones and a transformative shift in their feelings of separation.
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It's worth noting that belief systems do not impact the effectiveness of IADC Therapy, and the treatment does not propose a specific explanation for the experiences. Whether a client views these encounters as spiritual or grounded in neurobiology, the healing benefits remain consistent.
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Is there are time frame for having an IADC session?
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Grief is a deeply personal journey, and each person heals at their own pace.
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Allowing time after the passing of a loved one gives your heart and nervous system space to process the initial waves of loss.
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When we give grief that space, an IADC session can unfold more naturally, offering comfort, connection, and genuine healing rather than reopening raw emotion.
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Waiting around 12 months - or at least 6 months in some cases, helps ensure that you’re emotionally ready to receive the experience with peace and clarity.
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History of IADC (induced After Death Communication)
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Dr. Botkin (retired) first developed IADC Therapy in 1995 when working at the Chicago Veterans Administration Hospital. Learn more about his pioneering work at induced-adc.com.
Dr. Botkin a clinical psychologist, created the therapy while counseling Vietnam veterans with PTSD, where he accidentally discovered IADC using the EMDR technique.
Dr. Botkin released the groundbreaking book, Induced After Death Communication: A Miraculous Therapy for Grief and Loss, details how Dr. Botkin discovered the IADC technique and offers fascinating case vignettes of clients’ experiences as they undergo IADC Therapy. Purchase his book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com.au/Induced-After-Death-Communication-Miraculous-Therapy/dp/1571747125
Dr. Ramona completed IADC training in Feb 2023. She began to use the IADC technique in her private practice in Melbourne, Australia. She offers IADC sessions online, all over the world via zoom. Ramona has a BA in Counselling and a Ph.D in Metaphysical Science. She has been working as a Holistic Counsellor + Mindset Coach for over 2 decades. She is also the CEO & founder of the Soul Blueprint Coach® training​​
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“We understand death only after it has placed its hands on someone we love.”
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Anne L. de Stael
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