Navigating the grieving process can be a deeply personal and often confusing journey. This course is designed to provide clarity and guidance on the dynamics of grief duration and expectations. Participants will delve into the emotional, cognitive, and physical dimensions of grief, gaining insights into why expectations about grief can differ widely among individuals and cultures. They will explore factors that influence these expectations, such as personal beliefs, societal norms, and past experiences, and gain tools to manage and adjust these expectations effectively.
https://nefesh.org/workshops/HowLong/viewFREE WEBINAR
How Long Will This Take? Managing Expectations of Grief Process
Friday, April 04, 2025, 1:45 PM EDT
Presenter: Clara Sainte
Course Length: 3 Hours
Learning Objectives:
- Identify typical expectations people have about the grieving process and how these expectations can vary culturally and individually.
- Investigate factors such as personal beliefs, societal norms, and past experiences that shape one’s expectations related to grief.
- Explore available support systems, community resources, and professional help that can assist in managing grief expectations effectively.
This workshop Offers 3 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits
Navigating the grieving process can be a deeply personal and often confusing journey. This course is designed to provide clarity and guidance on the dynamics of grief duration and expectations. Participants will delve into the emotional, cognitive, and physical dimensions of grief, gaining insights into why expectations about grief can differ widely among individuals and cultures. They will explore factors that influence these expectations, such as personal beliefs, societal norms, and past experiences, and gain tools to manage and adjust these expectations effectively.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify typical expectations people have about the grieving process and how these expectations can vary culturally and individually.
- Investigate factors such as personal beliefs, societal norms, and past experiences that shape one’s expectations related to grief.
- Explore available support systems, community resources, and professional help that can assist in managing grief expectations effectively.
Agenda:
Agenda: Continuing Education Session on Managing Grief Expectations (3 hours)
1. Introduction and Overview (15 minutes)
- Objective: Outline session goals and set expectations.
- Topics:
- Define grief and common expectations around the grieving process.
- Overview of the session agenda.
2. Understanding Grief: Theories and Models (30 minutes)
- Objective: Review foundational theories and models of grief.
- Topics:
- Stages of Grief (e.g., Kubler-Ross model).
- Dual Process Model and Task-Based Grief Approaches.
- Activity: Group reflection—participants share how they’ve observed grief in different professional or personal contexts.
3. Managing Expectations Around Grief (45 minutes)
- Objective: Explore common misconceptions and expectations around grief.
- Topics:
- Cultural and societal influences on grief expectations.
- Common myths vs. realities (e.g., grief is linear, time-bound).
- Healthy vs. unhealthy grieving patterns.
- Activity: Case studies—participants analyze scenarios and discuss managing grief expectations with clients.
4. Communicating with Grieving Individuals (30 minutes)
- Objective: Develop skills for sensitive and supportive communication.
- Topics:
- Techniques for active listening and empathy.
- Language to avoid and preferred ways to support.
- Setting realistic expectations while providing comfort.
5. Self-Care and Professional Boundaries (30 minutes)
- Objective: Emphasize the importance of self-care for professionals working with grieving individuals.
- Topics:
- Recognizing signs of compassion fatigue.
- Building resilience and setting boundaries.
- Resources and support for grief professionals.
- Activity: Reflection exercise—participants create a self-care action plan.
6. Q&A and Closing Reflection (30 minutes)
- Objective: Address lingering questions and reinforce key takeaways.
- Activity:
- Open Q&A session.
- Closing reflection—participants share key insights or actions they plan to implement.
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
- 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.
- Therapist Express 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-0774.
- Therapist Express 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-0129.
- Therapist Express 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 mental health counselors. #MHC-0325.
- 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.