A Trauma-Informed Grief and Loss Training | A Deep Dive (Online, 3 Days)

Grief is not something to be fixed, but something to be honoured.

Whether in our own lives or in the lives of those we support, grief touches us all. This 3-day online trauma-informed grief and loss training offers a compassionate, professionally held space to deepen your understanding of loss, bereavement, and the human experience.

Ideal for coaches, yoga therapists, social workers, bodyworkers, caregivers and anyone drawn to this essential topic.

Register Early Bird | Valid until March 17 | Use code EARLYBIRD

Why Choose This Professional Trauma-Informed Grief and Loss Training?

• Because grief is universal. Whether from death, transitions, identity loss or other life changes – grief is always near.
• Because you want to meet others in their pain – with skill and steadiness. This training equips you to do just that, in a grounded, trauma-sensitive way.
• Because this is personal, too. It’s not just knowledge – it’s integration, presence, and transformation.

What’s Included?

• 3 live online training days (09:30–16:00 CET)
• Certificate of Completion (from Beside Consulting & Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Netherlands)
• Downloadable materials, reflection practices, and engaging content

What You’ll Explore

Rooted in grief counselling, trauma theory, and cultural humility, this training covers:

• Foundations of grief and loss counselling
• Grief models and therapeutic approaches
• Cultural and spiritual perspectives on loss
• Supporting bereaved children, adolescents, and families
• Complicated grief and disenfranchised loss
• Grief across ages, genders, and life stages
• Working with dying, caregiving, and end-of-life support
• The essential role of self-awareness in grief work

All insights are grounded in practical application – ready to be used in therapy, coaching, bodywork, yoga or community care.

Who Is This For?

This grief and loss training welcomes professionals and individuals from all walks of life, including:

• Therapists, counsellors and coaches
• Yoga and movement professionals
• Bodyworkers and massage therapists
• Teachers, social workers, and healthcare staff
• Family carers and community leaders

Anyone seeking to deepen their presence in the face of loss

No prior experience in grief work is required. Just a willingness to be with what is.

Meet Your Trainer – Esther van der Sande

Facilitated by Esther van der Sande, trauma therapist, grief counsellor and founder of Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Nederland. Esther brings deep experience in trauma-sensitive care, body-oriented therapy, and inclusive education. She holds a steady, nurturing space where knowledge and humanity meet.

Price

Early Bird Rate €340
Valid until March 17
Use code EARLYBIRD

€400 (excl. 21% VAT) – total €484 incl. VAT

We display both the exclusive and inclusive VAT amounts, as participants may register either as individuals or on behalf of a business.

Need an invoice? An invoice will be sent to you automatically after registration.

Practical Information

• Format: Online (Zoom)
• Dates: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday | 25, 26 & 27 March 2026
• Time: 09:30 – 16:00 CET
• Language: English
• Certificate: Yes, upon completion

Ready to Join This Gentle, Transformative Journey?

You are warmly invited to take part in this trauma-informed, heart-centred professional training.

To register or ask any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out,we’d love to welcome you.

In meeting grief, we meet life.

In collaboration with The Yoga Therapy Institute

 Register Early Bird

Early Bird Rate €340
Valid until March 17
Use code EARLYBIRD