Principles and Practice of Grief Counseling

Support grieving clients with the only hands-on guide grounded in today’s grief counseling best practices.

Includes CourseConnect: Know It. Use It. Test It. – The Smarter Way to Learn and Succeed!

This essential resource delivers a clear, applicable framework for grief counseling, blending theory with practice. Readers gain access to toolsthat foster critical thinking and real-world application. The fourth edition includes new insights on resilience, mental health challenges, and technology’s role in grief support. Know, use, and test your understanding of course content with CourseConnect—an interactive learning platform included with your print purchase. 

What’s New: 

• New case studies featuring diverse client populations and loss types


• Expanded analysis of case studies to guide real-world application


• Added section on growth and resilience after major loss


• Coverage of Prolonged Grief Disorder and co-occurring mental health issues


• Exploration of artificial intelligence and virtual platforms in grief counseling

Key Features: 

• Includes practice vignettes, a glossary, and case studies


• Helps readers critically assess grief responses and apply effective support strategies


• Engages students with real-life scenarios, reflection prompts, and chapter-end learning tools


• Written by internationally recognized experts with deep clinical and academic experience