Professional Awareness of Suffocated Grief

Grief experts have labeled the term Disenfranchised Grief to be a type of grief that is hidden due to fear of ridicule, or a type of loss that is not recognized or belittled by others because to others it is outside the range of societal norms or perceived as insignificant.   Types of examples can be […]

GC 720 – Assisting Grief Support Groups

COURSE INFORMATION This CE course is an introductory exploration of the practice of group counseling and psychotherapy. The textbook presents detailed presentation of discussions on the dynamics of group work as well as an array of strategies and techniques for use in group process. Students will learn to identify what is going on in groups […]

Grief Counseling Program Blog on Problems within a Bereavement Support Group

Problems occur within any plans.  It is part of life.  Support groups are not immune.  Despite the best plan, the best curriculum,  and best training, one still will encounter various issues within a support group.  If flexible and organized, most issues will not be objectively with the set up or the schedule, but will instead […]

GC 700 – Developing Grief Support Groups

COURSE INFORMATION This course is an advanced CE course that provides students with a comprehensive learning and training experience in the developing of grief support groups. The course is based on two texts which provides comprehensive materials that will guide students in the overall process and development of highly effective grief support groups. Students entering […]

Grief Support Group Certified Specialist Course Program

The American Academy of Grief Counseling offers a full Continuing Education program of online grief support group courses for those seeking to receive an additional Certification in Grief Counseling, with a group setting focus. Upon completion of the four (4) courses detailed below, applicants are eligible to apply for and receive Certification as a Grief […]

GC 689 – Bereavement Groups and Social Support in Grief Therapy

COURSE INFORMATION Welcome to the online CE course; “Bereavement Groups and Social Support in Grief Therapy.” Grounded in contemporary empirical research, this course gives grief clinicians practical techniques for using bereavement groups and social support as a means of grief therapy. The course weaves together theory, research and practice in order to help the clinician […]

Grief Counseling Certification on Grief and School Shootings

School shootings are a parent’s and community’s worst nightmare.  Unfortunately, the wave of these national tragedies continue to rise and answers are still yet to be found on how to stop the senseless killing of children and teachers in schools due to mentally unstable individuals with guns. The facts are alarming.  The “Sandy Hook Promise” […]

Grief Counseling Certification Program Blog on the Loss of a Grandparent

One of the first family losses a child experiences is the loss of a grandparent.  This loss has ripples throughout the family dynamic and resets many traditions. First it is twofold.  It affects not only grandchild, but the parents as well who have lost their own parent.  A twofold grief that manifests itself on two […]