In February 2016, Dr. Wolfelt published a new book, Counseling Skills for Companioning the Mourner: The Fundamentals of Effective Grief Counseling. This book approaches the topic of building a counseling relationship with mourners in the practical, compassionate way readers have come to expect from Dr. Wolfelt’s writings.
Dr. Wolfelt covers topics like developing a relationship with the griever, showing empathy (versus sympathy), and improving critical counseling skills like listening, paraphrasing, clarifying, perception checking and informing. Whether you are a professional counselor or a lay helper, whether you have years of experience or are new to the work, this guide will help you be the most effective grief companion you can be.
