About This In-Person Seminar

Grief and Loss – Supporting Children and Families Through Loss offers a compassionate exploration of the complexities of grief and its impact on children and families. This seminar provides a comprehensive understanding of grief, including its various types and the non-linear nature of the grieving process. Attendees will gain insights into how grief affects children's physical, emotional, and social well-being and learn strategies for fostering healthy coping mechanisms while addressing unhelpful behaviors. Practical guidance will be shared to help professionals validate the experiences of grieving individuals and provide effective support to children and families navigating loss. 

# of CEs for Completion

3.0





Seminar Length

3-hour in-person session








Seminar Objectives
  • Define grief and loss, including various types such as anticipatory, disenfranchised, and complicated grief. 
  • Explore the tasks of grief, emphasizing their non-linear nature and the uniqueness of individual experiences. 
  • Explain how grief impacts children’s physical, emotional, and social well-being. 
  • Identify healthy coping strategies to support the grieving process. 
  • Address the negative effects of unhelpful coping mechanisms and how to challenge them. 
  • Highlight the importance of validating the feelings and experiences of grieving individuals. 
  • Provide practical guidance for supporting grieving children and families effectively.

Meet the Presenter

Laura Cottrell, LCPC, ATR, ASCDS



Laura Cottrell serves as the Counseling Manager at Hummingbird Pediatric Therapies and is both a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and an Art Therapist Registered (ATR). She holds a range of certifications in various psychological disorders. Previously, she supervised the bereavement department at a hospice organization and also directed two annual bereavement camps for children and adolescents. Additionally, she has organized support groups and family events for grieving youth. Currently, Laura manages counseling services at a pediatric clinic, providing treatment to individuals and is part of a team within a therapeutic academy. In her spare time, she finds joy in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, enjoys creating art and, most importantly, spends quality time with her four grandchildren. 

Family Counseling Service's Continuing Education Network

The Continuing Education Network is FCS's way of helping you meet your need for continuing education. We bring you thought-provoking and informative seminars to keep you up-to-date with our profession's best practices and newest ideas.

As a nationally licensed CEU sponsor, Family Counseling Service is able to offer continuing education credits to Illinois Social Workers, Illinois Professional Counselors, and Illinois Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists:

  • IL Social Workers License #197.000145
  • IL Professional Counselors License #159.001.044
  • IL Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists License #168.000189
  • IL Licensed Clinical Psychologist License #268.000119
  • Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professional Site
  • NBCC ACEP Number: 7149
  • APT Approved Provider 20-617


If you have any questions, please contact us at (630) 844-2662 or at [email protected]

What You Can Expect From Our
In-Person Seminars:

Deep Expertise

Our Continuing Education Network offers a vibrant collection of seminars delivered by leading experts in the field of mental health. Dive into a wide spectrum of topics, ranging from innovative therapeutic techniques to the latest research findings. We only partner with the best presenters who offer a variety of different voices and perspectives.


High-Quality, Diverse Offerings

Experience the highest quality professional development through our live webinars, tailor-made for mental health professionals seeking to enrich their knowledge and practices. Each webinar is designed with precision and attention to detail, ensuring you receive directly applicable knowledge for your everyday practice. 


Earn CEUs

As a licensed CEU sponsor, we provide continuing education credits for all our seminars. Join us for an educational journey that promises to elevate your professional capacity, all from the comfort of your own home or office.


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