Dr. Sonya Strider is a compassionate leader, public health professional, and Certified Grief Recovery Specialist with more than 30 years of experience supporting communities through education, wellness, and emotional care.
After losing her mother in 2015 and her father just nine months later, Dr. Sonya began searching for a way to heal her own heart. That journey led her to the Grief Recovery Method® and inspired the creation of A Place 4 The Heart, LLC.
Through individual coaching, group support, workshops, and healing resources, Dr. Sonya provides a safe, compassionate space for women navigating grief, life changes, heartbreak, and disappointment.
Her mission is simple: to help you breathe again, rediscover your strength, and take gentle steps toward healing.
Your heart is in good hands.
About Dr. Sonya
Our Services
Individual and Group Grief Support
At A Place 4 The Heart, we understand that navigating grief is a deeply personal journey. We offer both individual and group grief support tailored to your needs. Join one of our existing groups or let us help you create a new one, fostering a compassionate space where you can heal alongside others who truly understand.
Dr. Sonya Speaks
Bring a compassionate, engaging, energetic and practical voice to your next program or conference. Dr. Sonya creates interactive experiences that help audiences understand grief, navigate life transitions, build resilience, and move forward with greater clarity and hope. Each session can be customized for workplaces, churches, community organizations, and professional groups.
Tailor-Made Workshops & Seminars
Every group has its own goals, challenges, and opportunities for growth. Book Dr. Sonya to create a tailor-made workshop or seminar designed specifically for your organization, church, team, or community. Together, we will identify the topics that matter most and develop an engaging, compassionate, and practical experience for your audience. A custom event ensures that the content speaks directly to your group’s needs rather than offering a one-size-fits-all presentation.
Jessica
Stone Mountain, GA
“After working with Dr. Sonya, I was able to navigate through my grief and now own and operate several successful businesses. I was able to understand the grief and deal with the emotions and feelings in a healthy way."
Brenda
Atlanta, GA
"The program has worked for me by helping me to realize the different aspects of grief and stages that accompany it as well as ways to cope with it"
Samantha
Baltimore, MD
After my divorce I was broken, angry, and afraid. From the moment I met Dr. Strider, I felt at ease. Her quick whit, compassionate demeanor, and listening ear helped me to work through all of the emotions and feelings of loss related to the divorce and discover and accept other losses in my life.
