Certificate in Holistic Grief and Loss Counselling

Duration: 80 hours

Prerequisite: Certificate in Meditation Teaching & Holistic Human Development

Certification: Certificate in Holistic Grief and Loss Counselling

Course Overview:The Certificate in Holistic Grief and Loss Counselling provides comprehensive training for individuals seeking to support others through the grieving process. This course covers the nature of grief, healing processes, and the role of a holistic grief counsellor. Participants learn to provide emotional support, coping skills, and resources to assist individuals experiencing grief, including those dealing with complicated grief and depressive symptoms.

Curriculum

Module 1: Holistic Grief and Loss Counselling

• Introduction to Grief and Loss Counselling

• Understanding the Nature of Grief

• Healing Processes in Grief

• Acknowledging the Time it Takes to Grieve

• Navigating Through the Journey of Grief

• Processes Involved in Grieving

• Role and Responsibilities of a Holistic Grief Counsellor

• Pitfalls to Avoid in Grief Counselling

• Factors Influencing the Grieving Process

• Resources and Referrals for Supporting Grieving Individuals

• Dealing with Complicated Grief

• Recognizing and Managing Depressive Grief and Clinical Depression

• Handling Acute Emergency Situations (AES) in Grief Counselling

• Guidelines for Providing Effective Grief Counselling

• Counselling Individuals Facing the End of Life

• Self-Care Strategies for Grief Counsellors

• Importance of Debriefing After Challenging Sessions

Course Benefits:Participants develop the skills and knowledge needed to provide compassionate and effective support to individuals experiencing grief and loss. They learn to navigate complex emotions, provide coping mechanisms, and facilitate healing processes. This course equips participants to address various aspects of grief, including complicated grief and depressive symptoms, and provides strategies for self-care and professional development.

Who Should Take This Course:This course is suitable for individuals who have completed the Certificate in Meditation Teaching and Holistic Human Development and wish to specialise in grief and loss counselling. It is ideal for counsellors, therapists, and individuals interested in supporting others through the grieving process.

Certification:Upon successful completion, participants will receive the Certificate in Holistic Grief and Loss Counselling, recognizing their expertise in providing holistic support and guidance to individuals experiencing grief and loss.