A common Rogerian practice is Gestalt which allows the person to speak to an empty chair or imagined person. Usually the person is the deceased or the person causing emotional turmoil.  The client is then able to voice what needs said but in a safe and controlled environment.  The client is able to express emotion, imagine what the other person would say and also learn how to find closure even if the other person is unable to communicate.  This release of emotion is therapeutic and it helps resolve issues of conflict.  Furthermore, it grants the individual ways to communicate messy subjects without consequence of in person tensions.

Grief Counselors who are licensed can utilize this therapy if necessary to help the grieving find resolution.  Please review AIHCP’s Grief Counseling Certification and see if it meets your academic and professional goals.