Ever wondered how counselors help individuals find meaning and purpose after the loss of a loved one? That very question became the heart of my PhD dissertation. My study aimed to uncover how counselors use evidence-based practices of meaning-making and what counseling programs teach to prepare professionals for the field. On a personal note, completing my PhD was a journey through grief, as I lost my mother to COVID-19. In this journey, I learned firsthand the power and importance of making positive meanings of life while healing. This experience deeply influenced my research, leading me to develop the Process Oriented Meaning-Making (POMM) guide, an 8-step approach to grief recovery.

This POMM workbook combines real insights from counselors on how they facilitate meaning-making in their sessions. My hope is that these exercises will offer a step-by-step method to support healthy healing. Whether you're a counselor or someone navigating grief, this workbook can be adapted to various traumas and has been invaluable in my own practice. Dive in and discover how to help others-and yourself-to find hope and healing after loss.