Celebrating Gillian, Supporting Shelby

Honoring Gillian: A Celebration of Life & Support for Her Wife, Shelby

We are devastated to share the loss of our beloved Gillian, a phenomenal therapist, fierce advocate, and radiant soul who touched countless lives with her compassion, wisdom, and authenticity. Gillian was not only a healer in her profession - she was a source of light and grounding in her personal life, especially to her wife, Shelby, the love of her life.

Gillian’s passing has left an unfillable space in our hearts and in the LGBTQ+ community she so passionately served and uplifted. She helped others find themselves, feel seen, and heal. So now it’s our turn to show up for her and for Shelby in this time of grief and transition.

What This Fund Supports:

A Celebration of Life Worthy of Gillian’s Legacy

We want to gather as a community to honor Gillian with the beauty, warmth, and love she gave so freely. Your support will help cover the costs of the memorial, venue, food, flowers, and all the things that will allow family, friends, clients, and chosen family to say goodbye and celebrate her life in full color.

Direct Support for Shelby

As Gillian’s wife, Shelby is now facing the heartbreaking task of rebuilding her life without her partner. This fund will help ease her immediate financial burdens - including living expenses, time away from work, and emotional recovery - and give her a bit of space to grieve without additional stress.

How You Can Help:

If you knew Gillian, you know how deeply she cared for others. If you didn’t, know that she made a lasting impact in the lives of so many. Gillian was beloved support system for family, and friends whom she considered family, clients, survivors of every kind of trauma, and the LGBTQ+ community in her life and her work by helping people find safety in themselves and in each other.

Whether you can give financially or simply share this with others, your support means everything. Let’s come together, as queer family and allies, to honor Gillian’s life and lift up the woman she loved so dearly.

With deep love and gratitude,
Friends & Family of Gillian and Shelby