Foundations of Contemporary Grief Theory

An Interactive CEU Workshop for Helping Professionals with Lara Krawchuk MSW, LCSW, MPH

Deepen your understanding of contemporary grief theory, expand your clinical toolkit, and gain practical approaches for supporting grieving clients. 4 CEU credits available through our co-sponsor, NASW-PA. Please check with your licensing agency to confirm acceptance of these credits.

Date: October 2, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM EST
Location: Virtual Classroom | Live via Zoom

Workshop Overview

Our world is increasingly saturated with grief, loss, trauma, and collective sorrow. Helping professionals are often called upon to hold space for profound pain while navigating the complexities of their own professional and personal experiences.

This interactive 4-hour CEU workshop is designed for social workers, counselors, medical professionals, and other helping professionals who want to strengthen their understanding of grief and loss through contemporary theory, research, and practical interventions.

Participants will explore evolving perspectives on grief while gaining tools they can apply in their work with grieving individuals and families.

Participants Will Explore

• Contemporary grief models, including meaning-making, dual process, continued bonds, and non-linear approaches

• Cultural considerations and comprehensive assessment when working with grieving clients

• The importance of self-awareness and sustainable practice for professionals who work with grief and loss
  
  

You’ll Leave With

• Practical tools and creative interventions you can incorporate into your work

• A stronger understanding of contemporary approaches to grief and loss

• New perspectives for supporting clients through complex and evolving grief experiences

• Greater confidence in approaching grief work with curiosity, compassion, and intention

Join us for a thoughtful, interactive learning experience designed to deepen your understanding of grief and expand your clinical toolkit.

Presenter

Lara Krawchuk, MSW, LCSW, MPH, CIFS

• Owner & Clinical Director, Healing Concepts LLC

• Co-Owner, Healing Perspectives

• Certified IFS Therapist & Consultant

• Adjunct Lecturer, University of Pennsylvania

An internationally recognized grief expert, author, and educator, Lara brings over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and professionals through bereavement, illness, and trauma.

Meaningful Grief Certification

This class DOES meet requirements for the Meaningful Grief Certification.

CEU Information

4 CEUs Approved

Accredited by the NASW-PA Chapter. These credits may meet continuing education requirements for social workers, counselors, and MFTs. If you are licensed outside of Pennsylvania, please check with your licensing board to confirm that these credits will be accepted.

Registration Details

• Cost: $50

• NASW-PA Members: $40 with code NASWPA10 (membership will be verified)

• Registration Deadline: September 15, 2026

• Questions? Email Lara at [email protected]

Please note this live class will be recorded for educational purposes.