Jim Durham CGC

Why Jim? After 20 years as a Pastor, Law Enforcement and Hospital Chaplain, and after experiencing child loss in his own family, Jim uses his gifts of compassion to walk alongside others as they journey through grief.

Why Coaching? Grief is not an illness, a disorder or a disease that needs to be cured. It is the normal and natural response to loss. Dora Carpenter, author of “From Grief to Gratitude” states, “Statistics show that it can take 5-8 years to recover from a devastating loss...I say that with proper tools, education, and support, one can move from pain to peace, heartbreak to happiness and grief to gratitude in the shortest time possible.”

We live in a grief avoidant culture that diminishes the discussion of traumatic loss and grief. The topic is the ELEPHANT in the room, leaving the grieving individual feeling isolated. If you are tired of feeling alone in your grief, and you desire support to move forward, reach out to Jim. You can schedule an appointment by clicking below or simply call, email or text.

What Others are Saying…

“The first thing that comes to mind when I think of Jimmy is, I wouldn’t be where I am today if it wasn’t for his coaching.  On the day that I lost my husband to a traumatic auto accident, I called Jimmy right away.  He came to my home and waited with me until my family from out of town arrived.  I started seeing Jimmy twice a week and he helped me walk through my grieving process.  Through his listening skills, he was able to speak into my personal situation and help prepare me for what was to come.  It’s a lot to face when you lose a loved one and Jimmy was and is still a support for me.” Sallie

"Jim's experience with grief, both personally and professionally, has uniquely qualified him to be an effective help and support to others going through trauma and the grieving process. Jim's heart for people, along with his abilities and experience, make him a valuable resource." Lou

"Jim listens. He asks the best questions!" Lynn

"Jim cares about my circumstance and is extremely honest with me. I trust him." Marie

“Jim has a gift for discernment and mediation. During our 14 months working together Jim walked me through the complete loss of my family, friendships, and businesses, the brokenness of my bad decisions, and the beginning of a new life free from secrets and addiction. Without Jim as a guide in my life I do not believe I would have experienced the healing and restoration that I did, and I would not have earned back the trust of my family…Jim is genuine and kind, he honors your pain and your story. He recognizes that each person’s journey and path to healing is unique.” A.P.

“Depressed, grieving, angry, and facing a health crisis of my own, I had almost completely given up on life when I first met with Jimmy. He has an amazing way of getting to the crux of things, and after he shared his grief story with me, I knew that I could trust him with my broken heart. I truly believe that God used Jimmy to save my life, and I am so grateful for our time together!” Renee

“Jim walked me through one of the hardest times in my life. I was at my lowest, full of grief and despair and had such a hard time finding a way out. I remember him describing it as a house shattered to pieces and there I was standing in the midst of it, not sure where to even begin rebuilding. He helped me pick up pieces one at a time and didn’t rush me to get to a certain place. He was patient and gentle with me and listened a LOT, never making me feel judged or shamed as I wrestled with crippling fear and anger toward God. Jim recognizes trauma and the effect it has on the brain and body and didn’t give me “Christianese” catchphrases to make me feel better or give me a false sense of reality…One thing that’s so hard about grief is it comes and goes. He was realistic about this and never made it seem like I needed to be “over it” at a certain time. He described it as a journey and helped me find coping skills to do the work…I am forever grateful for his wisdom and care…” D.P.

Contact

jimd.cgc@gmail.com / 541-840-4825

290 Harvard Place

Medford, OR 97504

Disclaimer: My program is not based on a conceptual, intellectual, or theological perspective. I provide education and support; do not imply, infer, or attempt to fix, heal or cure grief; and do not imply or provide professional counseling or therapy. If you are experiencing serious suicidal thoughts that you cannot control, please call or text 988 for the National Suicide Prevention Hotline or go to http://988Lifeline.org