Melissa Peede Thompson, M.S., is the Program Manager at Dougy Center, where she is dedicated to normalizing and validating the experiences of people who are grieving. She holds a Master’s of Mental Health and Wellness, with a focus on grief and bereavement, from Grand Canyon University. In her role at Dougy Center, Melissa integrates her academic expertise with a passion for fostering compassionate environments for the children, teens, and adults who walk through the organization’s doors. Melissa is committed to ensuring that those navigating loss feel heard and supported, drawing on both her professional training and her personal understanding of the grieving process to provide insightful, heart-centered education.