Love, Loss and Grief

Grief is a deeply personal experience, and understanding the grieving process can help you navigate the emotions and challenges that accompany loss. Designed for anyone who has experienced loss and is seeking greater understanding, this class explores the connection between love and grief, the stages of grief, complicated mourning, and common feelings such as guilt.

Through education and open discussion, you'll examine healthy and unhealthy grieving patterns, explore practical coping strategies, and learn when additional support may be helpful. Gain a deeper understanding of your own grief experience while developing greater awareness, self-compassion, and resilience. 

About the Instructor: Dr. Terry Bordan is a licensed professional counselor (LPC), former professor, and department chair of the Counseling and Development graduate program at Long Island University. She has authored numerous professional articles and the book Being Neurotic: A Children’s Book for Adults. An experienced speaker and media contributor, she has appeared on television, hosted the radio program Dr. Terry Bordan and Co. on WCWP-FM, and been featured in The New York Times and Newsday.