Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision
Document Type
Empirical Research Article
Keywords
grief counseling, grief content, counselor preparation
Subject Area
Counselor Education
Abstract
This study investigated how counselor educators (n = 61) integrated grief content in accredited counselor education programs, characteristics of the course in which grief is taught, and professional background of faculty members. Most participants endorsed general content items (e.g., reactions to loss), grief theories (e.g., stages/phases of grief), and practice considerations (e.g., self-care). Additionally, results indicated grief-focused courses were mostly elective (n = 23; 85.19%), facilitated face-to-face (n = 18; 66.67%) and taught by counselor educators influenced by significant personal loss (n = 18, 78.26%). Results demonstrated a lack of professional affiliation with grief-related organizations, professional development through certifications, or continuing education. Discussion of results, implications for the counseling profession, and areas for future research and practice are explored.
Recommended Citation
Wheat, L. S., Matthews, J. J., & Whiting, P. P. (2022). Grief Content Inclusion in CACREP-Accredited Counselor Education Programs. Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision, 15(2). Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.sacredheart.edu/jcps/vol15/iss2/14