518-219-8625
Induced
After-Death Commmunication
Eligibility and Screening Process:
IADC Therapy is most effective for individuals whose loved one died at least 12 months before treatment. In some cases, individuals who experienced a death between 6 and 12 months ago may also be appropriate candidates. This is assessed on a case-by-case basis during the screening process.
IADC Therapy begins with a free screening call to determine whether this approach is a good fit. I only accept individuals for whom a positive outcome is likely, and the screening helps ensure that this work is appropriate and well-timed for you.
It’s important to know that IADC can be emotionally demanding. The process requires the ability to focus inward, tolerate strong emotional experiences, and set aside active thinking in order to engage fully with the work. These factors are carefully discussed during the screening call.
If, after the screening, I determine that you are an appropriate candidate, we will either schedule two 90-minute IADC sessions on consecutive days or discuss participation in one of our IADC Retreats, depending on what best fits your needs. See below for more information about our Induced After-Death Communication Retreats in Silver Bay, NY.
Continuing Bonds and
After-Death Communication
Continuing bonds with your loved one is a healthy and normal response to grief. Many people who are grieving naturally experience moments of connection with the person who died. These experiences may take the form of dreams, memories, a felt sense of presence, or other meaningful internal experiences.
After-Death Communication (ADC) refers to the spontaneous experience of perceiving the presence of a deceased loved one. ADCs are widely reported across cultures and belief systems and are considered a naturally occurring phenomenon. For many people, these experiences feel comforting and can support an ongoing sense of connection.
What Is Induced After-Death Communication (IADC)?
Induced After-Death Communication (IADC) was developed in 1995 by Allan L. Botkin, Psy.D. IADC is a structured therapeutic approach based on eye-movement techniques and is a variation of EMDR. The focus of IADC is the core sadness associated with the death of a loved one.
IADC typically involves two sessions, each lasting approximately 90 minutes, completed over two consecutive days.
The goal of IADC is not to force or create an after-death communication. Rather, the process is designed to reduce the intensity of grief-related sadness and support a psychological state in which connection may occur naturally.
What Outcomes Are Associated with IADC?
Research and clinical use suggest that approximately 70–75% of individuals who participate in IADC report an after-death communication or a strong sense of connection with the person who died. An ADC is not guaranteed, and several factors can influence whether one occurs.
Importantly, even when an after-death communication does not occur, many people report a reduction in the intensity of their sadness and meaningful emotional shifts related to their grief. These changes may include greater clarity, less emotional overwhelm, and a different internal relationship with their loss.
).png)
Next program starts
October 24-26, 2025- SOLD OUT
March 27-29, 2026- SOLD OUT
October 23-25, 2026- Limited Spots Left
at Silver Bay YMCA on Lake George, NY
$2147 includes everything. Payment Plans are available.
The program is limited to a small group of participants
Schedule a free screening call, and we can discuss your questions and determine whether this retreat is the right next step.
What's Included:
-
Two 90minute Induced After-Death Communication Therapy Sessions
-
Two Reiki Sessions
-
3 Grief Rituals
-
Journaling
-
Yoga
-
Group Processing, Connection with Others who are grieving
-
All meals are included
-
Private room and bathroom in the William Boyd Center at Silver Bay YMCA Retreat Center
-
And more
Next Steps:
If you’re longing for these kinds of shifts, the next step is a brief screening call to determine whether this retreat is a good fit.
IADC Grief Retreat
After-Death Connection
Your relationship didn’t end when your loved one died.
This 3-day IADC grief retreat is designed for people grieving the death of someone significant who want the sadness connected to their grief to feel different.
Many participants notice less intensity in their sadness, a stronger sense of connection to the person who died, and less reactivity around memories and reminders.
Hosted by Kelly Daugherty, LCSW, PLLC, in collaboration with Hannah’s Healing Wellness Studio.
About the IADC Grief Retreat:
This 3-day IADC grief retreat is designed for people who are grieving the death of someone significant and want the sadness connected to their grief to feel different.
Grief can remain intense long after the death itself, even when people have support, insight, and time. This retreat offers a structured, supportive environment to work directly with that sadness while also honoring the ongoing relationship with the person who died.
The retreat uses the Induced After-Death Communication (IADC) eye-movement technique alongside guided meditations, ritual, and group support. Together, these elements are designed to reduce the intensity of grief-related sadness and support meaningful emotional shifts.
After-death communication cannot be guaranteed. What this retreat offers is the opportunity for increased openness, clarity, and connection, however that unfolds for each individual.
Who This Grief Retreat Is For:
This retreat may be a good fit if:
-
Someone significant in your life died at least one year ago
-
The sadness connected to your grief still feels intense or intrusive
-
You want to feel more connected to the person who died
-
You’re open to IADC, meditation, ritual, and group experiences
-
You’re looking for something more focused and immersive than traditional grief support
-
You don’t need to know exactly what you’re hoping will change — only that you want something to feel different.
What Past Participants Notice After the Retreat:
While every experience is unique, many people who attend this retreat notice:
-
a softening of the sadness
-
greater comfort with memories and reminders
-
a stronger sense of connection to the person who died
-
greater clarity about their grief
-
feeling less emotionally overwhelmed
These shifts don’t change the love — they change how the grief feels inside you.
9.jpg)