Psychotherapy for Prolonged and Traumatic Grief: A Guide for Mental Health Professionals

  • Geert E. Smid (Editor)
  • , Hannah Comtesse (Editor)
  • , Paul A. Boelen (Editor)

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Abstract

Psychotherapy for Prolonged and Traumatic Grief integrates evidence-based, cognitive-behavioral treatment interventions for prolonged grief disorder (PGD), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and depressive disorder. These interventions can be applied in bereaved people following different types of traumatic loss, including those bereaved by suicide or disasters, military veterans, first responders, refugees, and others.
This groundbreaking volume is an ambitious and essential first: a truly global integration of scholarly perspectives on prolonged and traumatic grief. Covering all age groups with remarkable sensitivity, it is the go-to guide for mental health practitioners worldwide. From precise, state-of-the-art diagnostic planning to nuanced, culturally sensitive implementation of evidence-based interventions, the book empowers clinicians to assist people with prolonged and traumatic grief. By seamlessly integrating cognitive behavioral and meaning-oriented approaches, it provides a comprehensive and compassionate framework for prevention and treatment.
Original languageEnglish
PublisherRoutledge
Number of pages298
Edition1
ISBN (Electronic)9781003429777
ISBN (Print)9781032464800, 9781032464831
Publication statusPublished - 15 Dec 2025

Themes from the UHS research agenda

  • Health and welfare
  • Humanist chaplaincy and meaning making
  • Life course, loss and grief

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