Working With Trauma – Choose Your Approach

An estimated 70 percent of adults in the United States have experienced a traumatic event at least once in their lives, and up to 20 percent of these people go on to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (sidran.org). This course provides a comprehensive understanding of trauma’s effects and explores client-centered trauma informed care. You are introduced to various evidence-based and alternative/complementary therapeutic modalities, empowering you to make informed referrals in the best interest of your clients. You gain an understanding of what it means to work with trauma and how to help clients understand trauma and its effects. This course also emphasizes self-care for those in helping professions, fostering a supportive and knowledgeable community of practitioners.

Instructor

Patricia Clason, RCC, CPS

Patricia Clason, RCC, CPS, has more than 40 years of experience with trauma survivors, guiding their emotional healing through emotional intelligence (EQ) intensive programs. A professional speaker, trainer, coach and peer specialist, Patricia has led weekend retreats for military veterans, ... read more

Who Should Attend

Who might want to attend: Staff at shelters or youth care programs, social workers, HR professionals, medical administrative and support staff, nurses, occupational therapists, teachers and school staff, emergency responders and therapists.

Benefits and Learning Outcomes

• Apply the guidelines for safe trauma therapy
• Discover the connections between the brain, body and emotions
• Communicate complex psychological concepts, such as trauma, PTSD and the hijacked brain, in a clear and understandable manner for clients
• Incorporate alternative modalities with evidence-based approaches
• Understand when to refer to an outside source, know your limits and the client’s best interests