Description:
This workshop will discuss the types of losses, the characteristics of trauma and the factors determining the severity of bereavement. The connection between trauma and grief will be explored and the typical human reactions in each will be discussed. Also examined will be the cluster group of symptoms when trauma and grief are both combined and overlapping. Special attention will be given to developing comprehensive strategies to help people both in trauma mastery and grief resolution.
Educational Objectives:
*Sessions may be edited for content and to preserve confidentiality*
Naji Abi-Hashem, Ph.D. is an independent scholar and a clinical and cultural psychologist currently based in Seattle, Washington. He re- ceived his M.Div from Golden Gate Theological Seminary; MA and Ph.D. from Rosemead Gradu- ate School of Psychology, Biola University; DABPS Diplomate, American Board of Psychological Specialties; IABMCP Diplomate, International Academy of Behavioral Medicine, Counseling and Psychotherapy.