"GRACE: A Model for Grieving" by Kay Towns, DPC, LPC is an inclusive and dimensional 5-step grief model, this book expands our understanding of grief and how to treat it through a novel evidence-based approach that integrates current cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with narrative-based therapy and other holistic methods.
Created by a licensed professional counselor, GRACE: A Model for Grieving fills in the gaps of current grief models which have their limitations due to a lack of inclusion for spirituality, situational factors, cultural variables and other factors. This book analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of the prevailing model of CBT to offer a new framework that supports individual beliefs, goals and sense of purpose in the grieving process.
The book hand-holds readers through this new model by features these 5 steps for healing:
1 – Grief redefined
2 – Re-story the loss narrative
3 – Adopt healthy ways to grieve
4 – Connect with self and others
5 – Engage in new normal
Key to the GRACE model is the individualization of the grieving process allowing for inclusion of one’s spirituality as well as supporting gender and cultural differences.
People everywhere are reeling from a myriad of primary and secondary losses resulting from these difficult times. The individual and communal losses have broad multi-level influence exacting heavy tolls on families, communities, nations, and the world. The content within seeks a more comprehensive grief model in hopes of better helping others through their loss journey. Because grief can make learning more difficult by impacting, for example, concentration, memory and distractibility, the exercises within are designed to be easy to follow and highly adaptable. You are free to change the timing (exercises don’t have to be completed in sequential order), adjust the length (not all components of every exercise must be completed to achieve beneficial results) and work through the book with a support partner as appropriate.
From the death of a loved one, to losing a job, to the rupture of a relationship, losses are an inevitable part of the human condition. At times, our losses may feel overwhelming, and the resulting individual and communal mental distress exacts a heavy toll personally and collectively.
We could all benefit from additional healthy resources targeted to address losses and the accompanying grief that follows. This workbook aims to be such a resource for everyone who needs it. Are you a counselor with a tool you'd like to share with others? Consider applying for the award yourself! It's free to apply. All submissions are reviewed by licensed therapists.https://www.counselorschoiceaward.com/honorees
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