Integrating a Trauma-Informed Approach in Behavioral Health Settings
Every Thursday, March 30- May 11, 2023
10:00 - 11:30 am Mountain / 11:00am - 12:30 pm Central
DESCRIPTION
Over the past 20 years, a growing understanding of the pervasive and harmful impact of traumatic events on individuals, families, and communities has led to the emergence of research on the effects of trauma and treatment strategies to address mental health and substance use disorders. According to SAMSHA, trauma is a widespread, harmful, and costly public health problem, occurring because of violence, abuse, neglect, loss, disaster, war, and other emotionally harmful experiences. While many people who experience a traumatic event do not have lasting negative effects, others experience more difficulty with traumatic stress reactions. Research has documented the relationship between exposure to traumatic events and substance abuse. For example, approximately 20%-90% of individuals with a substance use disorder (SUD) have a history of childhood trauma and 37% to 52% have a posttraumatic stress disorder diagnosis (Mergler et al, 2018). When it comes to trauma, there are no boundaries regarding age, gender, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, geography, or sexual orientation.
This online learning series will increase the skill level of behavioral health professionals to define and recognize trauma in individuals. Helping individuals affected by trauma to manage their symptoms using a strength-based approach minimizes re-traumatization and enhances practitioners’ ability to provide trauma-informed support.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Professionals in behavioral health, substance use disorders, mental health disorders, peer recovery support, and medical practitioners located in the Mountain Plains ATTC Region (HHS Region 8 includes CO, MT, ND, SD, UT, and WY).
PARTICIPANT COMMITMENT & EXPECTATIONS
- Attend a one-hour online Orientation
- Commit to 6-weeks of live online training for 1.5 hours weekly
- Complete weekly self-study learning activities
- Access to appropriate technology to utilize videoconferencing platform (internet connection, webcam, laptop/tablet, speakers, and microphone)
- Be prepared and actively engage during scheduled series time
FREE TO PARTICIPATE
The first 35 registrants will receive a Mountain Plains ATTC waiver that covers the $250 cost to participate. Once the 35 spots have been filled, registration will be closed. Due to limited enrollment, if you cannot commit to the full requirements, please defer this opportunity to others.
FACILITATOR
- Kate Speck, Ph.D., MAC, LADC
QUESTIONS
Please email the MPATTC Staff at mpattc@casat.org
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