Grief and Loss

In a safe environment to validate experiences member is encouraged to move “toward” their grief, exploring the broad range of thoughts and feelings that accompany loss. Goals 1. Increase understanding of grief and loss create action plan Identity issues Link losses with dependencies Identify steps to managing grief. 2. Accept responsibility for change address underlying issues. Identify issues from the past and resolve or let go. 3. Correct irrational thinking relating to past grief and loss Objectives: Identify specific areas of cognitive distortion (“Stinking thinking”) Challenge irrational thoughts 4. Deal with uncomfortable feelings of guilt, survivor guilt, “should haves. 5. Decrease extreme grief and loss.