Meet our Grief Counselors

Grief is a process, not an event. Adjusting to the loss of a loved one takes time. Hospice of NGMC offers grief support to friends and family for 13 months following the death of any of our patients. These services do not cost anything; they are considered part of hospice care. Our licensed counselors can provide brief individual counseling to members of our hospice families including adults and children.

	Christina Rijneveld, L.C.S.W. Christina previously worked with children in foster care before receiving her master's of social work from UGA in 2016. She spent two years working with our hospice patients and families in home and hospital settings. She is now pleased to provide support to families through the Grief Support program.
	Jennifer Sorrells, L.C.S.W. Jennifer received her master‘s degree in clinical social work from UGA in 2000. Prior to starting her career with NGMC, she worked with teens as well as in community mental health. She has been working as part of the Hospice of NGMC bereavement team since 2006 providing both individual and group counseling.
	Victoria Goebel, L.C.S.W. Victoria worked as a mental health care provider before becoming a grief counselor with hospice in 2018. “Ultimately, grief is about change which can very frightening and sad as well as enlightening. It is my privilege and pleasure to assist clients as they navigate their way through this unknown territory.”
	Dave Gladson, BCC With 15 years of extensive experience walking with individuals and groups through loss, spiritual distress and addictions in hospital, hospice and behavioral health environments, Dave has a sensitivity that will allow you to go deep together, find healing and learn from the countless others who have been in your shoes.