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How Long Will This Take? Managing Expectations of Grief Process

CE Hours 3

About this live event

Navigating the grieving process can be a deeply personal and often confusing journey. This course is designed to provide clarity and guidance on the dynamics of grief duration and expectations. Participants will delve into the emotional, cognitive, and physical dimensions of grief, gaining insights into why expectations about grief can differ widely among individuals and cultures. They will explore factors that influence these expectations, such as personal beliefs, societal norms, and past experiences, and gain tools to manage and adjust these expectations effectively.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify typical expectations people have about the grieving process and how these expectations can vary culturally and individually.
  • Investigate factors such as personal beliefs, societal norms, and past experiences that shape one’s expectations related to grief.
  • Explore available support systems, community resources, and professional help that can assist in managing grief expectations effectively.

Learning Levels

  • Intermediate

Target Audience

This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.

Agenda

0:00-0:10 - Introduction

0:10-1:00 - Objective 1: Identify Typical Grief Expectations and Variations

Review Foundational Theories and Models of Grief

Differentiate Grief Timelines

1:00-1:40 - Objective 2: Investigate Grief Factors

Cultural And Societal Influences on Grief Expectations

Common Myths vs. Realities

1:40-1:50 - BREAK (10 Minutes)

1:50-2:50 - Objective 3: Explore Support Options for Clients and Professionals

Communication Strategies

Community Resources

2:50-3:00 - Summary/Q&A

Live event Instructor(s)

  • Clara Anderson Sainte, LCSW, LSCSW

    Clara Anderson Sainte is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in grief and loss, cancer and chronic illness, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and trained as a Grief Recovery Specialist, she also works as a Consultant and Executive Coach. In addition to her private practice and coaching, Clara is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, a clinical social work supervisor, and a continuing education instructor.

    Clara’s approach is rooted in authenticity, ensuring clients and participants feel understood and supported in a sacred, inclusive environment. Known for her relatable style, she incorporates humor and directness to help learners develop practical strategies to take into their own practices.

CE Process Info

Before the event, you will receive an email from CE-Go with access to the virtual event. After the event, you will receive access to your evaluation and continuing education certificate via a personalized "attendee dashboard" link, hosted on the CE-Go website. This link and access to the virtual event will be sent to the email account you used to register for the event.

Upon accessing the CE-Go "attendee dashboard", you will be able to:

  • Complete evaluation forms for the event
  • Download your continuing education certificate in a PDF format

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the CE-Go platform, please contact CE-Go at 888-498-5578 or by email at support@ce-go.com Please Note: Emails for this event will come from "support@ceactivities.com".

If you have any continuing education related questions, please contact your event organizer.

Please make sure to check your spam/junk folder in case those emails get "stuck". We'd also suggest "Allowlisting" support@ceactivities.com. This tells your email client that you know this sender and trust them, which will keep emails from this contact at the top of your inbox and out of the junk folder.

  • National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)

    The Tristesse Grief Center has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7131. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Tristesse Grief Center is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

  • Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)

    The Tristesse Grief Center, provider #1867, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB), Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 8/25/24-8/25/27. Social workers completing this course receive 3 continuing education credits.

  • Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors (OBLADC)

    The Tristesse Grief Center, provider #20260175, is an approved continuing education provider with the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors.

  • Oklahoma Board of Behavioral Health (BBHL)

    The Tristesse Grief Center is an approved Oklahoma Board of Behavioral Health CE provider

Disability Accommodation

We are committed to providing ADA accommodations in compliance with the law. To ensure your needs are met, please inform us of any requirements when you register, ideally at least 30 days before the event. You can do so by emailing support@ce-go.com or calling 888-498-5578.

Technology

1. This virtual event will be hosted via Zoom Webinar, and you may be prompted to download or upgrade your Zoom app if using a mobile device. A strong WiFi connection will be required for best quality.


2. We recommend clicking your "Join Webinar" button early and checking that your speakers are on before the event begins. Please do not worry about being seen or heard! Attendee video feeds and mics are turned off by default when entering a webinar. You will be able to ask questions via the Q&A feature.


3. Please respect that no copying, recording, or distribution of live session content is allowed. CE's are provided for the "live" sessions only. CE's will not be available for the recordings.

Where can I find my Attendee Dashboard link?

Upon registering, you should receive an email from support@ceactivities.com with a link to access your Attendee Dashboard. If you do not see it in your inbox, please check your spam/junk folder. If you still cannot locate the email, you may retrieve your Attendee Dashboard link by clicking HERE

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CELS Grievance Policy

If a grievance arises pertaining to continuing education activities or processes, please contact Tyler Gibson via confidential email to tyler@celearningsystems.com as soon as possible, so that the nature of the concern may be addressed in a timely fashion.

Refund Policy

Refunds for webinars must be requested via email to education@thegriefcenter.org. Fees will be refunded, less a processing fee, if the refund request is received before the start of the webinar, or if the attendee experienced technical difficulties which prevented participation in the webinar for the entirety of the event. No certificate of participation will be issued for complete or partial CEU credit. 

How Long Will This Take? Managing Expectations of Grief Process
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  • CE Hours
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  • Type
    Live Interactive Webinar
  • Date
    Fri Apr 24th, 2026
  • Time
    09:00am - 12:00pm CDT

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