Welcome to the Center for Loss & Life Transition

Led by grief counselor and educator Dr. Alan Wolfelt, we are an organization dedicated to helping people who are grieving and those who care for them. Perhaps someone you love has died, or you want to help a grieving friend or family member. Or maybe you are a professional or volunteer grief caregiver. Either way, we are here to offer resources and understanding. We invite you to explore our website and call us at (970) 226-6050 if you have any questions. Thank you for visiting. We hope to meet you in person one day.

About Dr. Wolfelt

Our director, Dr. Alan Wolfelt, is a respected grief counselor, educator, and author. He founded the Center for Loss more than 25 years ago to offer education and support both to grievers and bereavement caregivers. He is known around the world for his compassionate messages of hope and healing as well as his companioning philosophy of grief care. Dr. Wolfelt speaks on grief-related topics, offers trainings for caregivers, and has written many bestselling books and other resources on grief for both caregivers and grieving people.

Companioning Philosophy

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Trainings

Learn more about our four-day educational seminars for bereavement caregivers, taught by Dr. Wolfelt

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Bookstore

Explore Dr. Wolfelt’s books and other materials on grief and loss.

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Grief Basics

Learn about the fundamentals of grief and mourning.

I'm Grieving

Although grief is painful, it is also normal and necessary. Love and grief go hand-in-hand.

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Trainings with Dr. Wolfelt

Come learn how to “companion” people in grief from renowned educator Dr. Alan Wolfelt.

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Hear Dr. Wolfelt Speak

Dr. Wolfelt speaks on grief and loss all across North America. Check our calendar for upcoming events.

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Bookstore

Dr. Wolfelt has written dozens of books on many aspects of grief and loss. Browse our bookstore!

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Recent News

Important Training Schedule Announcement

After much consideration, Dr. Wolfelt has decided that he will be concluding his offerings of his 4-day trainings at the end of 2018. We encourage you to schedule as soon as possible should you want to get your Death and Grief Studies Certification completed prior to...

Center for Loss 2017 Training Schedule Announced!

The Center for Loss and Life Transition provides quality bereavement care training for caregivers. Dr. Wolfelt’s seminars have evolved out of a demand for concise yet comprehensive information in the growing area of death education and counseling. If you want to learn...

New Book Helps Funeral Directors Create Exceptional Funerals

Companion Press announces the publication of a new book entitled A Tale of Two Funerals: The Throw Rug and the Tapestry, by renowned grief educator Dr. Alan Wolfelt. Written specifically for funeral directors, funeral service leaders, and funeral home staff members,...