Grief Life Coach Certification

Grief healing strategies and communication skills for supporting clients or loved ones through grief and loss.

What you'll learn
How to provide compassionate and effective support to those navigating the challenging journey of grief
Specialized skills and knowledge to recognize and address the diverse emotional needs of grieving individuals
Understanding how to help others explore the emotional landscape of grief by showing them how to engage with their emotions in healthy ways
Equip individuals with effective coping mechanisms to manage stress, promoting overall mental well-being and resilience.
Tools and skills to support others, including mindfulness, boundaries, journaling, and relaxation
Effective questioning and reflective listening
Importance of non-verbal communication
How to create and use a Grief and Loss Timeline
How to Create and Use Memory Markers
Various Grief Models, including: B.R.E.A.T.H.E., Kubler-Ross Stages of Grief and Continuing Bonds Theory

Requirements
No experience required

Description
Did you know there is an ELEPHANT in the room? Many of us walk around it, ignore it, rename it or stare it in the face only to walk away and pretend we never had that encounter. It affects everyone in the world. The elephant’s name is grief.Are you ready to transform the way you understand and support those experiencing grief? I’m Jan Davidson and I am passionate about educating others on grief.We are offering a Grief Life Coaching Certification Course, designed for anyone who wants to make a meaningful difference.This course will empower you to provide compassionate and effective support to those navigating the challenging journey of grief. It will equip you with specialized skills and knowledge to recognize and address the diverse emotional needs of grieving individualsAfter completing this course, you will be able to recognize and understand grief. You will have a definition for what grief is and what grief is not. You will know how grief behaves and what you can do to support a griever well.Your communication skills will be enhanced by knowing what to do when someone is grieving and what not to do when someone is grieving.You will be able to help others explore the emotional landscape of grief by showing them how to engage with their emotions in healthy ways. You will know to educate others on when and how to reach out for other professional support.Develop Effective Coping StrategiesHow to create a toolbox of skillsLearn relaxation skillsHow to use mindfulnessWhen to set boundariesWhat are the benefits of positive thinkingWhy journaling provides emotional expressionThese skills will enable you to navigate your grief or support a griever by providing tools to understand and express emotions, which is crucial for emotional healing. They also promote the development of supportive relationships by enhancing communication and empathy, allowing for better mutual support. Additionally, these skills equip individuals with effective coping mechanisms to manage stress, promoting overall mental well-being and resilience.Whether you’re a professional or someone looking to help a loved one or yourself, this course will equip you with essential tools and insights to navigate grief with confidence and compassion.MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR: Jan DavidsonI have been in recovery from substance abuse since 9/14/1992. The misery of my addiction became the platform for my journey in college to pursue a Bachelors in Addiction Studies.I personally understand addiction, trauma, and grief and the affect, gaining profound insights into their effects. Grief is the normal and natural emotional reaction to the loss of any kind and can affect every area of your life. My journey has taught me that change is achievable, leading to a rediscovered self and a clearer perspective on life. My transformation fuels my passion to support others, showing that stagnation isn’t their fate.I have credentials as a CADAC II Addiction Counselor, MATS (Medication Assisted Treatment Specialist), AGRMS (Advanced Grief Recovery Specialist), CCTSA (Clinical Trauma Specialist-Addiction), Mindfulness Teacher/Practitioner, and Master Life Coach. I am also a Trainer for the SAMSHA Gains Center, I lead workshops on trauma-informed responses in the criminal justice system.What drives me is witnessing the hope in others, empowering them to invest in themselves for personal development.Join us and become a beacon of support and understanding for those navigating the challenging path of grief. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those who need it most.