This book proposes and explores a novel conceptualisation of the grieving process grounded in evolutionary psychology that integrates cognitive behavioural approaches such as compassion focused therapy, metacognitive awareness, and acceptance and commitment therapy.

Starting with an introduction of the historical and theoretical basis for the Principles of Loss model, the book then outlines methods of assessment and describes the processes of formulation and case conceptualisation, with specific guidance on how to navigate these in the context of loss. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the Five-Phase Principles for the Treatment of Loss and Grief (intervention), as well as guidance on the supervision of loss. The chapters, accompanied by case studies, provide an overview of the novel model, followed by specific and tailor-made guidance on assessment (including a novel self-report measure), formulation, treatment, and supervision.

This guide is intended for clinicians familiar with or interested in the theory and practice of third-wave cognitive behavioural therapies.

About the Author

Faramarz Hashempour, PhD, is a consultant psychotherapist who is an accredited practitioner, trainer, and supervisor with the BABCP. He is also an EMDR consultant working across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. Faramarz has a background in research and teaching diversity and symbolism. He has a working career in adults, forensic psychiatry, children and young people. He is currently working in his own independent practice.

Navya Anand, DClinPsy, is a clinical psychologist trained in third- wave cognitive behavioural therapies and systemic approaches. Her work is grounded in social constructionism and focuses on the interactions between power, privilege, and identity. She currently works as an academic tutor with the clinical psychology training course at the University of East London.

Reviews

'In the past few years many people have died due to COVID-19 and instead of being able to follow our traditions, cultures and faiths about death and dying, people across the world were forced to change these vital processes. I personally believe that the changing of these essential rites of passage has and will have a profound impact on the grieving process and thus on people's mental health in general. I have found this book to be clearly written, very engaging and right now so needed by students, clinicians, educators and researchers as the issues with complex grief are going to be on a scale never seen before. I am delighted to recommend this text.' - Derek McLaughlin, PhD, RN, Senior Lecturer and Professional Lead for Mental Health Nursing, Queen's University Belfast

'A Turkish saying goes, "The journey of those without a guide ends in a dead end." In a difficult clinical field such as complicated grief, where the therapeutic process can be injurious for clients as well as ambiguous for clinicians, the authors offer us a valuable guide in which clinical practice is built on a strong theoretical model and embodied in case vignettes.' - Vahdet Gormez, MD, MRCPsych, Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Child and Youth Mental Health, Istanbul Medeniyet University

'Without question the authors have created the definitive guide for working effectively with grief and loss. The guide provides valuable clinical insights on assessment, formulation and case conceptualisation through to how to implement the five-phase protocol in your practice and is enhanced with clinical examples throughout. An essential text.' - Marie Chellingsworth, Founder, The CBT Resource and Senior Lecturer

Book Information
ISBN 9781032101750
Author Faramarz Hashempour
Format Paperback
Page Count 174
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 460g