About this course

Learning Objectives

• compare and contrast current grief theories, focusing on their relevance and effectiveness in working with children and teens.
• assess and identify the unique manifestations of grief in children and adolescents using age-appropriate assessment tools.
• design and implement creative therapeutic activities that are effective in engaging grieving children and teens, promoting expression and processing of grief.
• incorporate a comprehensive range of resources into their practice, including literature, activities, and community supports, to offer a multi-faceted and effective approach to supporting grieving children and teens.
• create and implement individualized bereavement plans for children, considering their unique circumstances and needs.

Learning Levels

• Beginner and Intermediate

Target Audience

Course Instructor(s)

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  Kelly Daugherty, LCSW-R, FT, GC-C, BC-TMH

  Grief Specialist and Educator

  Kelly Daugherty, a seasoned social worker with over two decades in the clinical field, is a Fellow in Thanatology, specializing in death, dying, and bereavement. Anchored in Malta, NY, she owns Greater Life Grief Counseling, LCSW, and the Center for Informed Grief, LLC. Kelly co-owns Healing Strides, LLC, where emotional and physical well-being intersects in a unique 7-week program for grieving women. Kelly is also a contributing author of "Holistic Mental Health" and "Brave Kids," and lead author in the collaborative book "The Grief Experience: Tools for Acceptance, Resilience and Connection" set to release in February. She is dedicated to revolutionizing grief support by offering tools and insights to individuals and professionals alike.
  Connect with Kelly: https://linktr.ee/kellydaugherty

Disclosure

References

• See bibliography