Loss, Grief, and Bereavement

This chapter will discuss the concepts of loss, grief, and bereavement, with a special emphasis on cultural awareness, and will outline how SFBT therapists can help clients manage these pervasive feelings and experiences. Ambiguous loss will also be explored and linked to the reasons clients often struggle throughout the bereavement journey. This chapter will also highlight the non-judgmental stance that is held by SFBT therapists and how this stance can contribute to healing and growth for clients. Finally, a case presentation will be presented to illustrate how a SFBT clinician can work with individuals and families while they progress through bereavement after loss and grief.