Description:
OPD Points: 10
Understand and be able to apply contemporary theories of change, loss, and bereavementHave the capacity to bring an existential orientation to working with grief and the integration of loss Be able to engage with both love and fear in the grieving process Know how to introduce grief and death awareness into the therapeutic relationship Understand what can help and what can hinder the development of a loving relationship between the bereaved and the person who has diedHave an expanded awareness around the various signposts and ideas that can help us ‘companion’ a bereaved client in a way that is meaningful and supportive2-day workshop offered over 4 half-days as stand-alone OPD or may be taken as one of a series of 5 2-day workshops which will meet training requirements for accreditation with peak bodies in Grief, Loss and Bereavement. See more about the series here** For accreditation there may be requirements for additional supervised practice hours and/or an exam
Key Learning Objectives / Outcomes:
Engage a phenomenological exploration of how we understand and work with grief, loss, and bereavement and engage the latest thinking that goes beyond models.Refer to current theories and explore the functionality of grief along with the role of the grief counsellor or therapist. Examine the existential position that death and loss are part of life. Therefore grief is not something to be treated. Explore ways in which we can move beyond a therapeutic stance that simply focuses on alleviating the distress of a grieving client.
Presenter / Provider:
Dr Greg Roberts
Presenter Qualifications:
Greg is a Doctor of Philosophy (Grief and Bereavement) and an accredited Social Worker with specialisation in the field of grief, bereavement and trauma. Greg currently works as the Victorian Manager of Support After Suicide and is the Director of his own private practice – Grief & Trauma Support.
