Healing and Counseling After Abortion
The care and counseling following a reproductive loss is very personal and must align with the needs of an individual. The area of grief due to reproductive loss is sensitive within our families and within our culture. The challenge is to meet individuals where they are, whether addressing the grief that surfaces immediately or the wound that surfaces years later, which can occur in the case of an abortion.
Today we advocate for all who have directly or indirectly experienced this loss to look for healing and reconciliation. The pastoral care programs listed below provide emotional, social, and spiritual support and are designed to meet and care for you on this journey.
Counseling Services for Healing After Abortion
The Diocese provides specific resources through the Human Life & Dignity Office and various Unborn/Abortion Initiatives. Support is available through specialized programs:
- Rachel’s Vineyard: Retreat weekends that bring healing through licensed counselors, clergy and volunteers who have suffered the same loss.
- Support After Abortion: Provides healing to individuals through one-on-one, small group and online resources, as well as training to organizations on how to implement healing programs for individuals.
Available Resources and Contact Information
Below is a summary of the primary counseling services and initiatives available for those seeking healing.
| Program Name | Description of Services | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|
| Rachel’s Vineyard | Retreat weekends that bring healing through licensed counselors, clergy and volunteers who have suffered the same loss. | (904) 221-3232 / [email protected]; Mary Huston: (904) 885-9959 / [email protected]; www.rachelsvineyard.org |
| Support After Abortion | Healing through one-on-one, small group and online resources; training for organizations. | Call or text (844) 289-HOPE (4673); www.SupportAfterAbortion.com |
In addition to these programs, the community offers further support through Healing After Miscarriage, Red Bird Ministries, and the Mass for the Precious Ones. These Life Initiatives are part of a broader effort to provide Healing & Counseling for those in need.