About Lorraine Hedtke, MSW, ACSW, PhD
Lorraine Hedtke MSW, ACSW, PhD is a veteran narrative therapist who has turned the world of modern-day grief psychology completely upside down. Her relational approach to grief counseling affirms that love does not die when a person dies. This innovative approach guides the bereaved to sustain connections with those who have died, holding close to the shared stories to navigate a path forward when a loved one dies.
A Departure From Conventional Grief
Lorraine Hedtke MSW, ACSW, PhD is a veteran narrative therapist who has turned the world of modern-day grief psychology completely upside down. Her relational approach to grief counseling affirms that love does not die when a person dies. This innovative approach guides the bereaved to sustain connections with those who have died, holding close to the shared stories to navigate a path forward when a loved one dies.
Training a Global Community
Lorraine consults regularly with people whose lives have been impacted by the death of someone they love or a beloved pet. She trains counselors, medical personnel, and clergy members about how to create conversations that affirm love, strength and resource even in the most challenging of circumstances surrounding death.
Love in the Face of Grief
Lorraine has published numerous books and articles to support those living with grief. Her most recent book, Love in the Face of Grief, is her fifth book addressing grief and loss that encourages a loving new direction for the bereaved who live with a broken heart. Dr. Hedtke lectures worldwide about grief counseling, training counselors and medical professionals. Her work has been translated into Japanese, Spanish, Russian, and German. She has been featured on TEDx and is a leading voice reshaping bereavement counseling.
