Bearing Loss, 
Grief Education and Consulting, LLC
with educator, Dr. Laurel Hilliker, Sociologist, Fellow in Thanatology

Bearing Loss in a Pandemic- A special presentation for those who have lost a close friend and/or family member during the pandemic or as a result of COVID19.  Topics include rituals and remembrance. 

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Accumulated Loss and Grief- This presentation specifically addresses the grief and loss that accumulates due to short intervals between the loss experiences.  Focus is on identifying and separating each loss event.

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​Sudden Death versus Anticipated Loss- This talk focuses on the differences and similarities of our grief responses according to the way in which the loss occurred, suddenly or after an expected or anticipated loss.

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How long does grief last? - This session will concentrate on a common question encountered in work with the bereaved who are exhausted, weary and hoping that there is some guideline that determines an end to their grief.

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Normal Grief Reactions - In this talk, a range of grief reactions are discussed along with a guideline to determine prolonged, delayed and complicated grief.  As well, concepts such as instrumental and intuitive [or expressive] grievers will be introduced.

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Other suggested topics include:

Family Dysfunction: Complications in the Grief Process

Grief as a Process of Transformation

Culture, Rituals, and Ceremonies

Bearing Grief and Loss Across the Lifespan

Supporting Others in Grief

Resilience after Loss

Self-Care for the Helping Professionals

Unacknowledged Grief and Its’ Damage

​* these are just sample topics.  New topics can be developed depending on your need.  Request your free consultation with Dr. L for more details.