Transforming self-blame for survivors of suicide loss

Webinar details: September 17, 2024 | 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET

Facilitator: Adele Lafrance, PhD, C.Psych.

Description: Someone who loses a loved one to suicide is referred to as a survivor of suicide loss. When survivors of suicide - whether a parent, family member, partner, or friend - carry self-blame for their loss, the grief process can be complex, problematic, or stuck. They can lose their internal connection with their loved one or engage in problematic behaviours as a form of punishment or reparation. When self-blame is deep, as is often the case with suicide loss, reassurance to lift self-blame is likely to be ineffective and can contribute to feelings of shame and isolation related to the experience.  

In this training, clinicians will receive step-by-step instruction and a script for an individual chair-work intervention. A video demonstration will also be included in the workshop.  

Learning objectives:

• Identify markers of self-blame narratives
• Explain cognitive and emotional drivers of self-blame 
• Apply tools and techniques to transform problematic self-blame that is post-suicide loss using experiential chair-work

Given the sensitive nature of the subject matter, the training will not be recorded, ensuring a safe and confidential learning environment for all participants.

This training meets the criteria towards certification through the International Institute for EFFT. 

Regiatration fees: General $150 | Student $135

Learn more and reserve your spot at: https://cvent.me/DLllYr