Alan Wolfelt, PhD, works in the grief field and has added extensively to the healing process in grief.  His Ten Touchstones designed for Grief Groups, as well as individuals, aim at pinpointing important phases during the healing process.  These phases help the bereaved to learn to live with the loss, integrate it and move forward.  It does not dismiss the loss nor emotions, but asks one to embrace upon the life long grief jounrey.

Please also review AIHCP’s Grief Counseling Certification and see if it meets your academic and professional goals.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification in Grief Counseling

Please also review, if certified, AIHCP’s Grief Support Group Certified Specialist Program

Please review the video below