Mel Erickson

Mel Erickson BA, CT (ret) experienced multiple deaths as a child. Her surviving adult children were 5 and 10 when their brother died. For over 30 years, her passion has been working with bereaved children.

Mel received her training and experience, working as a social worker and bereavement coordinator for hospice. In 1997, she co-founded a non-profit serving the bereaved community. She co-authored Teen Talk, An 8-week Curriculum for Grieving Teenagers and wrote the ‘Our Story’ Memory Book as a tool to help children tell their story and process their grief. She has spoken and delivered training internationally. She has coordinated the GriefShare ministry at her church and facilitated groups for grieving youth.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Mel is focusing on equipping caring adults to help bereaved children. Mel and her husband live in Tacoma, WA. Three adult children and two adorable grandchildren enrich their lives. Learn more at www.kidtalkgrief.com.