Grief Counseling and Grief Therapy: A Handbook for the Mental Health Practitioner – Grief Counseling Handbook on Treatment of Grief, Loss and Bereavement
Encompassing new content on the treatment of grief, loss, and bereavement, the updated and revised fifth edition of this gold-standard grief therapy book continues to deliver the most up-to-date research and practical information for upper-level students and practitioners alike. It’s a must have for all mental health professionals. The fifth edition includes updates to the author’s Tasks and Mediators of Mourning, new case studies, and valuable Instructor Resources. The text highlights recent initiatives to extend care to the bereaved and fosters the knowledge and skills required for effective intervention and even preventative treatment. Also addressed in this bereavement counseling book is the impact of social media and online resources for “cyber mourning,” changes in the DSM-5 as they influence bereavement work, alternate models of mourning, and new findings on the varied qualities of grief.
The fifth edition continues to present a well-organized, concise format that is easy to read and provides critical information for master’s level health courses in grief counseling and grief therapy as well as for new and seasoned practitioners alike.
New to the Fifth Edition:
Refinements to the author’s TASKS of Mourning
New considerations regarding Mediators of Mourning on social variables
The impact of social media and online resources on “cyber mourning”
Complicated spiritual grief after mass shootings and other catastrophes
Changes in the DSM-5 as they influence bereavement work
Cross-cultural and multifaceted counseling for specialized grief, including grandparent’s grief, prolonged grief disorder, and HIV-AIDS-related bereavement
Updated information on grief and depression
New case studies and updated references
Includes reflection and discussion questions in each chapter
Updated and revised information on grief counseling training
Accompanying instructor packet with Manual, PowerPoint slides, and Test Bank
Fourth Edition Named a 2013 Doody’s Core Title!
Praise for the Fourth Edition:
“In the fields of death education, research and counseling/psychology, surely Bill Worden is a giant…ALL of us, personally and professionally, are indebted to [him]. From his work we may be just a bit wiser, a bit healthier, a bit more competent, and a lot more in touch with meaning for the sake of all who mourn.”
–Illness, Crisis, & Loss
“[If] you knew Worden’s work and his writings previously, you’ll find an enhanced book with a much broader and challenging perspective than his previous editions. If you are not familiar with Bill Worden, then it is time to begin.”
–Ben Wolfe, MEd, LICSW, Fellow in Thanatology, Program Manager/Grief Counselor, St. Mary’s Medical Center’s Grief Support Center Duluth, MN
16 reviews for Grief Counseling and Grief Therapy: A Handbook for the Mental Health Practitioner – Grief Counseling Handbook on Treatment of Grief, Loss and Bereavement
Rated 5 out of 5
Artype (verified owner)–
Comprehensive and insightful. Any hospice or bereavement therapist should be using this book. It provides a framework for understanding the grieving process and helping others work through it
Rated 5 out of 5
Sofia I. (verified owner)–
Bought this as required for an online course. Definitely one of the best books on grief counseling. It clearly takes the reader step by step through the tasks of mourning and the principles involved.
Rated 5 out of 5
Molin plty (verified owner)–
It has everything you need to know.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jansen Trotman (verified owner)–
I found this book very beneficial. It contained many useful ideas that i could use in my pastoral ministry.
Rated 5 out of 5
Priscila (verified owner)–
Wondering book helpful
Rated 5 out of 5
Dr.robert (verified owner)–
Provides a great definition for the different types of grief and techniques to help those who are grieving
Rated 5 out of 5
Paula D (verified owner)–
Just as described
Rated 5 out of 5
Dan (verified owner)–
I would highly recommend this book for anyone interested in the subject. It well researched and consice. An excellent resource!
Rated 5 out of 5
Sarah Godwin (verified owner)–
Excellent book to read as I’m studying to be a grief counselor.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jessica Eastham (verified owner)–
I am a new bereavement counselor, and I find this book to be very helpful.
Rated 5 out of 5
Aubrey (verified owner)–
I found this book to be an easy read. Very insightful
Rated 5 out of 5
Jennifer (verified owner)–
I enjoyed the authors explanations of differences in grief therapy and counseling. The book is easy to read and conveys information in a way that respects the reader. I especially enjoyed the techniques for counseling. I will be keeping this book in my office library.
Rated 5 out of 5
Sben (verified owner)–
I am trying the rental and it gives me a read deadline that works for me. Good book for bereavement work.
Artype (verified owner) –
Comprehensive and insightful. Any hospice or bereavement therapist should be using this book. It provides a framework for understanding the grieving process and helping others work through it
Sofia I. (verified owner) –
Bought this as required for an online course. Definitely one of the best books on grief counseling. It clearly takes the reader step by step through the tasks of mourning and the principles involved.
Molin plty (verified owner) –
It has everything you need to know.
Jansen Trotman (verified owner) –
I found this book very beneficial. It contained many useful ideas that i could use in my pastoral ministry.
Priscila (verified owner) –
Wondering book helpful
Dr.robert (verified owner) –
Provides a great definition for the different types of grief and techniques to help those who are grieving
Paula D (verified owner) –
Just as described
Dan (verified owner) –
I would highly recommend this book for anyone interested in the subject.
It well researched and consice.
An excellent resource!
Sarah Godwin (verified owner) –
Excellent book to read as I’m studying to be a grief counselor.
Jessica Eastham (verified owner) –
I am a new bereavement counselor, and I find this book to be very helpful.
Aubrey (verified owner) –
I found this book to be an easy read. Very insightful
Jennifer (verified owner) –
I enjoyed the authors explanations of differences in grief therapy and counseling. The book is easy to read and conveys information in a way that respects the reader. I especially enjoyed the techniques for counseling. I will be keeping this book in my office library.
Sben (verified owner) –
I am trying the rental and it gives me a read deadline that works for me. Good book for bereavement work.
likhitad (verified owner) –
Muy fácil de leer e instructivo
Kay West (verified owner) –
Easy read!
Kyle Horton (verified owner) –
Helpful in dealing with grief counseling