Dr. Alan Wolfelt, a noted author, educator, and grief counselor, will present these two, free grief and healing workshops for community members and professionals at New Horizons Healthcare June 12 and June 13. The programs are free, registration is required and space is limited. To register, contact Jackie Martinez at (540) 362-0360, ext. 270 or jmartinez@jenniferv20.sg-host.com.
“Loving From the Outside In, Mourning From the Inside Out: Helping Yourself Heal When Someone Dies,” Wednesday, June 12, from 7-9 p.m.
Presenting for a general audience, Dr. Wolfelt will share insights from his book Loving From the Outside In, Mourning From the Inside Out. He acknowledges the belief that if we didn’t love, we wouldn’t need to mourn. Light refreshments will be offered; the public is invited.
“When Grief Is ‘Complicated:’ A Model to Understand, Identify and Companion Grievers” Thursday, June 13, from 9 a.m. to noon.
This advanced-level, continuing education workshop for members of the caregiving community will explore the topic of “complicated” grief. In it, Dr. Wolfelt will present his model for understanding, identifying and companioning grievers. A continental breakfast will be offered, and certificates of completion will be available afterward.
Copies of Loving From the Outside In, Mourning From the Inside Out and other books written or co-authored by Dr. Wolfelt will be available for purchase during both events, and he will allow time for book-signing.
About Dr. Wolfelt
Dr. Wolfelt is the founder and director of the Center for Loss and Life Transition in Colorado and has authored a number of publications on the subject of death and grief. He is recipient of the Association for Death Education and Counseling’s Death Educator Award. He also is a faculty member of the University of Colorado Medical School’s Department of Family Medicine.
In addition to Loving From the Outside In, Mourning From the Inside Out and When Grief is Complicated, some of Dr. Wolfelt’s publications include: Understanding Your Grief: Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing Your Heart; Companioning the Grieving Child: A Soulful Guide for Caregivers; Journey Through Grief: Reflections on Healing; Healing a Spouse’s Grieving Heart; Creating Meaningful Funeral Ceremonies: A Guide for Caregivers; Healing Your Grieving Heart: 100 Practical Ideas; and When Your Pet Dies.
Thanks to the Center for Loss and Life Transition for its co-sponsorship!