The book,
Grief and Trauma Counseling Education: Preparing Future Counselors (ISBN: 9798369313756) edited by Michelle R. Cox, is a groundbreaking work, exploring the current mental health crisis left from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Suitable for a wide range of readers, this publication provides valuable and practical tools on how to navigate and process difficult emotions such as grief and stress. Editor, Dr. Cox, with a background in counseling and education, shares valuable insights on the themes discussed in her book. Access her discussions below.
Grief and COVID Podcast Part 1
Hear from IGI Global Scientific Publishing editor, Dr. Michelle R. Cox in part one of her discussion of the themes and ideas presented in her new book, Grief and Trauma Counseling Education: Preparing Future Counselors.
Grief and COVID Podcast Part 2
Hear from IGI Global Scientific Publishing editor, Dr. Michelle R. Cox in this part two discussion where she elaborates on the themes and ideas presented in her new book, Grief and Trauma Counseling Education: Preparing Future Counselors.
“Grief and Trauma Counselor Education: Preparing Future Counselors is a must-read for all counseling related programs as well as practicing counselors, social workers, grief counselors, school counselors, and therapists. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the counseling profession because those who suffered loss during the monumental pandemic likely experience complicated grief as a result of social distancing restrictions. Mental health professionals must be aware of how this special population receives services. This book provides a diverse look at recommended practices for those who suffer from trauma and grief after losing a loved one during the COVID-19 pandemic.”
- Dr. Michelle R. Cox, Azusa Pacific University, USA
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this article are the author’s own and do not reflect the views of IGI Global Scientific Publishing.
About the Editor
Michelle R. Cox PhD, has been teaching in APU’s School Counseling and School Psychology program since 2003, and has several years of experience as an educational counselor. She was an associate counselor for Victor Valley College for 16 years, and prior to that was the first CalWorks Counselor at Chaffey College, assisting in the development of the Workforce Preparation program in which she provided educational and vocational counseling and educational planning to students receiving CalWorks assistance. She was a part-time instructor for the University of La Verne, teaching in the Educational Counseling program. Cox also has 9 years of experience as a vocational rehabilitation counselor, helping clients who have suffered injuries and require services to return to suitable and gainful employment. She established her own career counseling service, providing job-seeking skills to clients, as well as assistance in the completion of professional résumés. Cox is active in the community, having served as a member and president of the Adelanto School District Board of Education, School Site Council member for Morgan Kincaid Preparatory School, Snowline Joint Unified School District Multicultural Committee member, and substitute teacher for several school districts. Her research focuses on cultural issues related to schooling, and systemic oppression experienced by Black American students.