Tag Archives: Social Work

Performance Artist Uses Power of Ritual to Move Collective Grief

Rebecca Belmore's performance "Vigil" highlights authentic expression and the power of witnessing
Posted on September 18, 2016 by Juniper Quin (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

We all have different ideas that spring to mind when we hear the word “ritual.” Some of us immediately see in the mind’s eye the titillating Hollywood version, with dim candle-lit rooms and voices rhythmically reciting words in a language … Continue reading →

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Can Ayahuasca Heal Grief? An Interview with Dercas Nidra

Dercas Nidra's groups lead the way in tea-based healing
Posted on June 6, 2015 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

We spoke with Dercas Nidra (his name has been changed to protect his identity). He is a licensed social worker and yoga instructor from San Francisco who leads monthly ayahuasca sessions to help people through grief. Ayahuasca is a tea … Continue reading →

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How to deal with loss of a loved one? Interview with Pediatric Oncology Social Workers

Helping Children and Families Cope with Serious Illness, Loss, and End-of-Life
Posted on April 14, 2012 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

When a child is diagnosed with a serious illness, a myriad of medical, physical, financial, psychological, and social issues are suddenly thrust on a family. While doctors and nurses are busy at work with medical treatments, these medical social workers stand by to field the psycho-social concerns of patients and their families. Continue reading →

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