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February 22, 2026Adultspan Journal0 citations

Grief Counseling Best Practices: A Delphi Study

JBJillian M. BluefordMSMegan J. Doughty ShaineEHElizabeth A. Doughty Horn

Key Points

  • This research aims to define best practices in grief counseling based on expert opinions, addressing gaps in counselor training.
  • Utilized Delphi method to gather expert insights
  • Identified essential competencies for grief counseling
  • Focused on knowledge, skills, and awareness for effective counseling
  • Outlined key competencies necessary for grief counseling
  • Highlighted the importance of ethical and culturally responsive practices
  • Emphasized a trauma-informed approach in supporting grieving individuals

Abstract

This Delphi study identifies expert-informed best practices in grief counseling to address current gaps in counselor education. Findings present essential competencies—knowledge, skills, and awareness—to guide ethical, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed support for grieving individuals across diverse settings.

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Blueford et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699a9cc6482488d673cd2731https://doi.org/10.33470/2161-0029.1220
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