Working With Survivors of Sex Trafficking
Human trafficking can involve women, men and children, leaving its victims to experience psychological problems, post-traumatic stress, helplessness and depression.
Unfortunately, Milwaukee has been identified as one of the major hubs for sex trafficking. This course offers a wealth of knowledge by providing the necessary tools to be an advocate for sex-trafficked survivors as well as for working with this population.
This course can be applied to the Professional Certificate in Human Services.
Instructor
Bonneka Seals, MS, LPC, CSAC, ICS, NCC is a licensed psychotherapist, substance abuse counselor, supervisor, advocate, mediator, professional speaker, trainer, consultant and adjunct professor. Bonneka earned her master’s degree from Mount Mary University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and obtained ... read more
Who Should Attend
Licensed therapists, social workers, teachers, counselors, psychologists, health care professionals, nurses, shelter workers, and more
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
Develop an understanding of the nature of sex trafficking
Learn how to identify potential risk and protective factors
Utilize effective counseling, assessments and alternative techniques
Learn various ways to address victimization as well as legal and ethical responsibilities
Date: Thu, Apr 15, 2021
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 8:30am-4pm CT
Platform: Canvas
Instructor: Bonneka Seals
Fee: $249
CEUs: 0.7, CEHs: 7
Enrollment Limit: 30
Program Number: 7740-13381
Note: A link to access the online classroom will be emailed within a few weeks of the course start date. Please contact daynuah@uwm.edu with any questions.
Registration Deadline: Apr 15, 2021