Course Description
Contemplative Grief Companioning – Holding space for your grieving client
Course Description:
The need for someone to be fully present to the magnitude of one’s loss without trying to fix it or
point out the silver lining is the main theme of this course. It is who we are being that has the
greatest impact on the caring relationship. How do we as Massage Therapists and Bodyworkers
hold space for our grieving clients? This course is designed to support and guide those who wish
to companion the bereaved, while offering hands-on therapy.
This sacred space is a place where we can come together for learning in community, deepen our
understanding of grief and the body, engage in group discussion, learn and practice deep
breathing techniques, explore contemplative inquiry along with body-centered invitation and
conclude with sacred ceremony. This will be an opportunity for the helping hearts of the world to
remember their own wellbeing is a priority when serving others. I invite you to dedicate this time
to yourself and experience the gift of practicing within a community.
Kathy has been in the field of Massage Therapy and Body-centered Therapy for over 30 years.
She completed advanced training in Hakomi Body-centered Therapy. Kathy is an End of Life
Touch practitioner; she has been a Grief Companion since 2014 and is also a certified End of
Life Care Doula.
What you will learn:
Becoming a Grief Companion – explore your relationship with death, dying, grief and
loss.
- Understanding Grief and Healing
- Companioning as a Spiritual Practice
- Explore the Seven Tenets of Companioning
- Grief through the Lens of the Body
- Blending Mindful Touch and Listening Presence while honoring your client’s journey through grief.
This educational program offers a learning experience that provides information which guides
each participant into a deeper understanding of grief and loss. You will learn how to hold space
for your grieving clients, while practicing within your scope of practice.