The Center for Prolonged Grief

The Center for Prolonged Grief is a small organization based in New York, New York, dedicated to helping individuals experiencing complicated grief. Operating as part of Columbia University School of Social Work, the Center employs a team of four individuals and generates an annual revenue of $2.5 million. The Center's primary focus is providing resources and support to people struggling with complicated grief. They specialize in teaching the time-limited, targeted psychotherapy known as Complicated Grief Treatment (CGT), which has been rigorously tested and proven effective through three NIMH-funded randomized controlled trials. The Center for Prolonged Grief is a leader in complicated grief treatment, building upon the foundation of the oldest complicated grief treatment research program in the world. Under the direction of Dr. M. Katherine Shear, M.D., the Center is committed to training mental health professionals globally to administer CGT. Their network provides updates on training opportunities for professionals interested in learning more about this specialized therapy. For more information about The Center for Prolonged Grief, visit their website at prolongedgrief.columbia.edu.