Asesoramiento y terapia de duelo: un manual para el profesional de la salud mental

Why is this manual essential for your clinical practice?

Grief counseling is one of the most complex tasks in clinical practice. Grief Counseling and Grief Therapy: A Handbook for the Mental Health Practitioner, written by James William Worden, is a reference work that combines theory and practical application. This manual offers a structured framework for understanding the grieving process, from normative loss to complicated grief, and provides concrete tools for intervention. Based on decades of research, the book integrates classic and contemporary models, allowing clinicians to adapt their approach to each patient.

Featured content

• Fundamentals of grief: Definitions, typologies, and factors influencing the experience of loss.
• Clinical assessment: Instruments and criteria to distinguish normal grief from prolonged grief disorder.
• Intervention strategies: Counseling and therapy techniques, including the tasks of mourning model.
• Special populations: Grief in children, the elderly, and after traumatic losses.
• Ethical and professional aspects: Therapist self-care and limits of intervention.

Each chapter includes clinical vignettes and reflection questions that facilitate the application of concepts.

Who this book is for

This manual is aimed at clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and postgraduate students in mental health sciences. It is also useful for palliative care volunteers and nursing professionals who support people in grief. Its practical approach makes it a valuable resource for both training and daily practice.

What readers think

Professionals who have used this work highlight its clarity and depth. It is valued as a comprehensive guide that integrates theory and practice, and many consider it an indispensable reference in the field of grief. Readers especially appreciate the updated content and the applicability of the proposed strategies.

Frequently asked questions about grief counseling

What is the difference between grief counseling and grief therapy?

Grief counseling focuses on facilitating the normal grieving process, while grief therapy addresses complications or pathological grief. This book covers both approaches in an integrated manner.

Does the book include updated diagnostic criteria?

Yes, the work incorporates DSM-5 and ICD-11 criteria for prolonged grief disorder, as well as validated assessment tools.

Is it useful for professionals who work with children?

The manual dedicates a specific chapter to grief in childhood and adolescence, with appropriate therapeutic adaptations for each developmental stage.

Technical specifications

• Edition: Fifth edition (2023)
• Binding: Hardcover
• Publisher: Springer Publishing
• Pages: 352
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9780826141619

This book is a reference work; it does not replace professional assessment. Consult a specialist for any mental health condition.