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Prolonged Grief Disorder and the DSM-V-TR

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Updated diagnostic criteria is consistently made within the mental health field. The DSM-5 and ICD-11 have added criteria for new disorders related to grief, Persistent Complex Bereavement Disorder (located in the DSM-5) and Prolonged Grief Disorder (located in the ICD-11). Clinicians will learn the difference between the DSM-5, ICD-11, and DSM-5-TR. This training will educate clinicians on the major differences between the DSM-5 and DSM-5-TR grief related disorders. It is crucial that clinicians stay up to date with new diagnosis when supporting clients. This workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of the progression of diagnosing grief to present day Prolonged Grief Disorder. This workshop will leave clinicians feeling confident in providing a grief related diagnose while working with their clients to better serve them. Clinicians will walk away with grief related coping skills and strategies to help maintain self-care while working with clients who are grieving.

This course is based on the recorded webinar, Prolonged Grief Disorder and the DSM-V-TR created by Tiffani Dilworth, MA, LCPC, FT in 2023.

Publication Details

Publication Date: First Dec 2023

Course Material Author

Tiffani Dilworth, MA, LCPC, FT

Tiffani Dilworth, MA, LCPC, FT, is a successful psychotherapist, author, and sought-after speaker on topics related to grief, PTSD, and sexual assault. Miss Dilworth received her Master’s in Community Counseling from Oklahoma State University. She’s a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who specializes in PTSD, Grief, and Sexual Trauma. She’s a Fellow in Thanatology and a Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist. Miss Dilworth has worked across the US with various organizations, schools, universities, and corporations to bring awareness to the grieving process and to teach countless people how to live alongside their grief. In addition to maintaining a private practice, Miss Dilworth is an affiliate of PsychExperts & Associates, Inc, located in Baltimore, MD. Drawing on her rich clinical experience, Miss Dilworth incorporates the most current information on the process of grieving with evidence-based and innovative treatment techniques that clinicians can immediately use in their practice. She’s the author of the books 11 Tools to Help Manage the Aftermath of Trauma and Types of Grief, and the host of Managing My Grief Podcast.

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Target Audience

Counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and social workers. This course is appropriate for intermediate and above levels of knowledge.

Learning Objectives

After taking this activity, you should be able to:

  1. 1 Recognize the diagnostic criteria trajectory of grief and research that's impacted the formation of Prolonged Grief Disorder.
  2. 2 Recognize the diagnostic criteria for Prolonged Grief Disorder according to DSM-5-TR.
  3. 3 Demonstrate improved ability to diagnose mental health issues related to bereavement.

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Tiffani Dilworth, MA, LCPC, FT – No Disclosures to report.

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Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulator Board (KSBSRB)

2 CE credit hours
Eligible until Dec 30th, 2028
CE Learning Systems has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 5951. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CE Learning Systems is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. 2 NBCC hour(s) awarded.
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National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)

2 CE credit hours
Eligible until Mar 31st, 2026
CE Learning Systems has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 5951. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CE Learning Systems is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. 2 NBCC hour(s) awarded.
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