Helping Clients through Grief and Loss
This new 1-day course in the study of grief and loss will focus on grief counseling theory and bereavement counseling tools and techniques. Furthermore, the course aims to raise awareness regarding the array of needs of grieving people coping with death, illness, dying, impairment, separation, workplace change and other significant life loss events. This course will aid clinicians in gaining professional competence in bereavement counseling and the nuances of the human grief response.
https://nefesh.org/workshops/HelpingClients2/viewFREE WEBINAR
Helping Clients through Grief and Loss
Previously Recorded
Presenter: Dr. Heidi Schreiber-Pan
Course Length: 6 Hours
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the psychological processes involved in death, dying, and the subsequent grieving experience.
- Explain the fundamental principles of Attachment Theory as proposed by John Bowlby in the context of grief and bereavement.
- Define and delineate the Human Grief Response, encompassing both typical grief reactions and the complexities of complicated grief.
- Analyze and elucidate the Five Stages of Loss as articulated by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross and their relevance in understanding grief.
- Interpret and elucidate the Four Tasks of Mourning framework developed by William Worden and its practical applications in grief counseling.
- Demonstrate heightened sensitivity to diversity issues and their intersection with the experience of loss and grief.
- Engage in informed discussions regarding the general counseling guidelines for individuals navigating the grieving process.
- Cultivate proficient counseling skills tailored to special populations, with a particular emphasis on children and adolescents coping with grief and loss.
This workshop Offers 6 Continuing Education Credits
This webinar is recorded and will not grant live credits.
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This new 1-day course in the study of grief and loss will focus on grief counseling theory and bereavement counseling tools and techniques. Furthermore, the course aims to raise awareness regarding the array of needs of grieving people coping with death, illness, dying, impairment, separation, workplace change and other significant life loss events. This course will aid clinicians in gaining professional competence in bereavement counseling and the nuances of the human grief response.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the psychological processes involved in death, dying, and the subsequent grieving experience.
- Explain the fundamental principles of Attachment Theory as proposed by John Bowlby in the context of grief and bereavement.
- Define and delineate the Human Grief Response, encompassing both typical grief reactions and the complexities of complicated grief.
- Analyze and elucidate the Five Stages of Loss as articulated by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross and their relevance in understanding grief.
- Interpret and elucidate the Four Tasks of Mourning framework developed by William Worden and its practical applications in grief counseling.
- Demonstrate heightened sensitivity to diversity issues and their intersection with the experience of loss and grief.
- Engage in informed discussions regarding the general counseling guidelines for individuals navigating the grieving process.
- Cultivate proficient counseling skills tailored to special populations, with a particular emphasis on children and adolescents coping with grief and loss.
Agenda:
Morning Session: Understanding Grief (3 hours)
- 10:00 am - 10:15 am: Welcome and Introduction
- Brief overview of the day's schedule and objectives.
- 10:15 am - 11:15 am: Session 1 - Exploring the 7 Principles of the Human Grief Response
- In-depth examination of the seven key principles that underlie the human grief response.
- Discussion and case studies illustrating each principle.
- 11:15 am - 12:15 pm: Session 2 - Attachment Theory and Its Role in Grief
- Delve into Attachment Theory and its relevance in understanding the grieving process.
- Explore how attachment styles impact the experience of loss and mourning.
- 12:15 pm - 12:30 pm: Break
Lunch Break (45 minutes)
Afternoon Session: Navigating Grief and Providing Support (3 hours)
- 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm: Session 3 - The Four Tasks of Mourning According to Worden
- Comprehensive exploration of Worden's Four Tasks of Mourning framework.
- Practical guidance on helping clients address these tasks in their grief journey.
- 2:15 pm - 2:45 pm: Session 4 - Understanding Loss History & Identifying Severe and Persistent Grief
- Examining the historical context of loss and its impact on the grieving process.
- Identification and differentiation of severe and persistent grief reactions.
- 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm: Session 5 - The Road to Healing: Tools and Techniques
- Introduction to a range of therapeutic tools and techniques for facilitating the healing process.
- Interactive exercises and case discussions on applying these tools.
- 3:45 pm - 4:15 pm: Session 6 - Counseling Children and Adolescents in Grief
- Focus on the unique needs and challenges faced by young individuals dealing with grief.
- Strategies for effective counseling and support tailored to this population.
- 4:15 pm - 4:30 pm: Summary and Review
- Recap of key takeaways from the day's sessions.
- Q&A session for participants to seek clarification and discuss practical applications.
This presentation is open to:
- Social Workers
- Professional Counselors
- Therapists
- Psychologists
- Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
- Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
- Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
Course Level: introductory
Level of Clinician: beginner
- New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
- Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
- Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
- Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives
Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.
Disability Access - If you require ADA accommodations, please contact our office 30 days or more before the event. We cannot ensure accommodations without adequate prior notification.
Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often, and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling.
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Satisfactory Completion Participants must have paid the tuition fee, logged in and out each day, attended the entire workshop, and completed an evaluation to receive a certificate (If this is a pre-recorded program, a post-test with a passing grade of 80% to receive a certificate.) Failure to log in or out will result in forfeiture of credit for the entire course. No exceptions will be made. Partial credit is not available. Certificates are available after satisfactory course completion by clicking here.
There is no conflict of interest or commercial support for this program.
- NEFESH International is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0048.
- NEFESH International is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for Mental Health Counselor #MHC-0082
- CE You! is an approved sponsor of the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners for continuing education credits for licensed social workers in Maryland.
CE You! maintains responsibility for this program. - NEFESH International is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists #MFT-0046
- NEFESH International, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0116.
Refund Policy:
Full Refund until 48 hours before scheduled date.
48 hours before: full refund less $5.00 processing fee. After event no refund will be given.
*exclusions apply for reasonable need and cause.