Training fee: $45
Instructor: Lindsay Martin, PhD, LPC, NCC, CIMHP

Being a teenager is challenging enough, but what happens when trauma enters the picture? Rapid developmental changes combined with trauma-related psychological and behavioral issues become an added difficulty for adolescents and their support networks. The struggle to make sense of it all may trigger substance use, self-injury and sensation-seeking behaviors as efforts to cope. These factors also strain relationships, lead to inaccurate diagnoses and result in misguided interventions.

This training will discuss trauma-related symptoms and developmental influences, as well as current evidence-based approaches to treatment and strategies for partnering with caregivers. The power of resiliency and hope are highlighted as practical reminders that growth and change are always possible!

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify trauma-related symptoms and behaviors in adolescent youth. 
• Explain cultural and individual variables that affect adolescents who have experienced trauma.  
• Discuss core issues related to developmental trauma disorder, including the impact on intrapersonal, interpersonal, regulatory and neurocognitive competencies. 
• Describe appropriate, evidence-based interventions for this population. 
• Examine ways to partner with caregivers to assist in better managing trauma-induced symptoms.  
• Implement each intervention as relevant to one’s own professional practice. 

CE Credits:
APA-5; CPRP-5; LSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT-5; NBCC-5; PA Act48-5; PCB-5; PSNA-5; IACET-.5

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Training fee: $27
Instructor: Karin C. Gladney, PhD, CAADC

Grief is a complex and universal human experience, but for some, it can develop into a debilitating and prolonged condition known as prolonged grief disorder (PGD). An estimated 7-10% of bereaved adults and approximately 5-10% of children and adolescents will experience persistent symptoms of prolonged grief disorder, which extend beyond what is considered the normal course of mourning.

The addition of PGD to the Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders chapter of the DSM-5-TR has sparked controversy and debate about the pathologizing of grief. In this workshop, we will review the latest research on grief theory to help clinicians differentiate between “normal” and pathological forms of grief.

Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of PGD, including its diagnostic criteria, prevalence, etiology and risk factors. This course will provide practical skills in assessing and managing PGD, including evidence-based assessment tools and treatment approaches designed for working with those struggling with severe and prolonged grief reactions.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Describe prolonged grief disorder (PGD), including symptoms, prevalence, diagnostic criteria and potential risk factors.
• Discuss at least two tools to assess and diagnose those with PGD using a culturally sensitive and empathic approach.
• Identify several evidence-based interventions to help individuals with PGD manage symptoms and improve overall functioning. 

CE Credits:
APA-3; CPRP-3; LSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT-3; NBCC-3; PA Act48-3; PCB-3; PSNA-3; IACET-.3

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Training fee: $27
Instructor: Radhika Rani, DO, fourth-year psychiatry resident, Tower Health

This course aims to provide behavioral health professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively address the mental health needs of migrant and refugee populations in the United States. Participants will explore the unique challenges and stressors encountered by these groups, including trauma, displacement, acculturation and systemic barriers to care. Emphasis will be placed on culturally informed, trauma-sensitive approaches to diagnosis and treatment. In addition, the course will explore the legal, social and policy implications impacting migrant and refugee communities as well as outline strategies for patient advocacy. Participants will also be able to gain practical skills while reflecting on personal biases and assumptions to foster more inclusive care and improve patient outcomes.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify the key mental health challenges faced by migrant and refugee populations, including trauma, displacement and acculturation stressors.
• Describe the impact of U.S. immigration policies, legal status and systemic barriers on the mental health of migrants and refugees.
• Apply culturally informed and trauma-sensitive approaches in the assessment and treatment of migrant and refugee populations.

CE Credits:
APA-3; CPRP-3; LSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT-3; NBCC-3; PA Act48-3; PCB-3; PSNA-3; IACET-.3

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Training fee: $45
Instructor: Karin C. Gladney, PhD, CAADC

** This one course is offered via webinar over the span of two days at a cost of $45. You MUST attend both days to receive CE credits.

This course is designed to provide an in-depth exploration of race-related traumatic stress, which refers to the psychological impact of exposure to racial discrimination, racism and prejudice. The course will provide an overview of the historical and social context of racism, the manifestations of racism in contemporary society, and the ways in which racism can impact an individual's mental health. 

The course will cover the key concepts and theories related to race-related traumatic stress, including the impact of chronic and acute stress on the body, the role of cognitive and emotional processes in coping with racism, and the intersectionality of racism with other forms of oppression. Participants will also learn about the assessment and diagnosis of race-related traumatic stress, as well as evidence-based interventions for addressing this type of trauma.

Overall, this course will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the impact of racism on mental health and equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to support individuals who have experienced race-related traumatic stress.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Critically reflect on personal biases and assumptions related to race, racism and privilege, and how they may impact one's professional practice.
• Develop an understanding of the historical and social context of racism and its impact on mental health.
• Identify and describe the different manifestations of racism and discrimination in contemporary society, including microaggressions, institutional racism and internalized racism.
• Discuss the physiological and psychological effects of chronic and acute stress on the body, particularly as they relate to experiences of racism and discrimination, as well as the cognitive and emotional processes in coping with racism and discrimination, including the impact of trauma on one's sense of self and identity.
• Understand the challenges associated with assessing and diagnosing race-related stress, particularly within diverse communities.
• Develop knowledge of evidence-based interventions and strategies for creating culturally sensitive and trauma-informed interventions for addressing race-related trauma, including trauma-informed care, mindfulness-based interventions and cognitive-behavioral therapy stress, with an emphasis on empowering individuals and communities.

CE Credits:
APA-5; CPRP-5; LSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT-5; NBCC-5; PA Act48-5; PCB-5; PSNA-5; IACET-.5

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Training fee: $45
Instructor: Christopher M. Owens, MA, LPC, CCTP

The impact on the entire family when any member experiences trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is often overlooked. This course examines the range of responses in family members, the concept and reality of secondary trauma, and current approaches for treatment and related interventions for family members.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Distinguish between family therapy and family psychoeducation in their efficacy for helping family members.
• Examine cultural factors in a family’s response to trauma. 
• Discuss the manifestations of secondary trauma in family members. 
• Describe risk factors for co-occurring disorders such as substance-related disorders.
• Use information about current effective intervention approaches with families.

CE Credits:
APA-5; CPRP-5; LSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT-5; NBCC-5; PA Act48-5; PCB-5; PSNA-5; IACET-.5

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