Table of Contents

1. Understanding Grief and Loss – An Introduction 2. Grief and Trauma: A Complex Convergence 3. Expected and Traumatic Grief Interviewing and Assessment: Using the Strengths-Based Framework of Grief and Loss 4. Expected and Traumatic Grief in Adults 5. Expected and Traumatic Grief in Children and Adolescents 6. Expected and Traumatic Grief in Older Adults 7. Grief Reactions and Special Populations 8. Practice Implications for the Professional

About the Author

Renée Bradford Garcia has over 25 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Her specialties include loss, trauma, anxiety, and depression as well as leadership and organizational development.

Elizabeth C. Pomeroy is notable for her distinguished teaching and her prolific research on the effectiveness of mental health interventions for adults, children, and families.

Reviews

"Trauma and Grief Assessment and Intervention is a vital tool for integrating theory and practice. The diverse case scenarios give students the opportunity to hone their assessment skills while developing a thorough understanding of factors that impact the grief process. Using a strengths-based and trauma-informed lens that emphasizes cultural humility in practice, this book effectively prepares students for working with bereaved individuals." — Erin Spalding, LCSW-S, program director, The Christi Center"In Trauma and Grief Assessment and Intervention Garcia and Pomeroy have created an invaluable tool for those of us who work with people grieving the death of a loved one. It’s like a field guide for navigating the wilderness of grief, including the vicarious trauma that healthcare and bereavement professionals often experience. The authors weave thorough research and vast clinical experience into helpful case studies so that the reader discovers previously hidden pathways towards wholeness for the people they work with as well as for themselves. Highly recommended for social workers, chaplains, and bereavement professionals alike." — Rev. Nancy Chester McCranie, M.Div, director of Volunteer and Bereavement Services for Hospice Austin"I strongly endorse Trauma and Grief Assessment and Intervention. It is a must for anyone teaching or interested in grief and loss. Engaging and interactive in its strengths-based approach, this timely and culturally sensitive text effectively prepares students and professionals to work with clients struggling with a wide variety of grief related issues." — Diane G. Sherman, PhD, MSW, professor of social work at Florida Atlantic University