​PLEASE NOTE: I am no longer providing trainings for the foreseeable future.

As our world has been rocked by multiple pandemics, it has given me pause to reflect on my practice.  And I've realized that I must center the emotional health needs of my clients above other pursuits, and remain closer to home for my own sustainability.  In addition, translating my trainings - which focus on the importance of human connection and participatory learning - to Zoom or Webinar platforms, takes something away from the teaching I've been so passionate about for so long. 

My apologies for any disappointment this causes.
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Applying Trauma-Informed Care to Your Practice Setting
In this interactive workshop, professionals will learn what to do to ensure that they are providing care from a trauma-informed perspective.  The training includes small-group discussions, an in-depth look at agency assessment and tools for screening clients.

"Engaging, concise and complete.  Great case example and interactivity with participants from several disciplines."
"Really impressed with how specific and implement-able the examples and discussions were.  Loved the humor and the ability to feel like we were still discussing​ even with such a large audience - style of conversation still felt personal and intimate."

Interpreting Trauma
For spoken language interpreters who are exposed to graphic trauma stories, this training assists interpreters in understanding the different effects of trauma, and teaches a range of effective coping options, for interpreters to remain resilient over time.
"My favorite class EVER - in 23 years of interpreting classes!"
Traumatic Stress:  Assessment and Treatment
A training for clinicians and/or social work students about traumatic stress, diagnosing PTSD and providing trauma-specific treatment.
"I liked the balance of role-playing, lecturing, fielding questions and visual aids.  Very thorough and great."
Solid Psychotherapy with Complex Trauma Survivors
This is an advanced clinical skill-building training in working with complex trauma survivors, including those who have experienced severe trauma in childhood and those who have suffered repeated trauma as adults.  Through discussion, video and role-play we explore the use of "the self of the therapist" in professional, boundaried ways that facilitate trust, safety and forward movement in therapy, which in turn facilitates efficacy of evidence-based techniques.
"Presenter's authenticity, knowledge and compassion were energizing.  Excellent dialogue between presenter and audience."
Sexual Assault Treatment in Action:  Where PTSD and Depression Intersect
An advanced clinical training on navigating the complexities of assisting clients who have severe post-traumatic stress disorder and co-morbid severe depression.
"Wow!  This was one of the best trainings I've been to in a long time."
Beyond Hot Baths:  How to Stay Afloat in the Field Long Term
A workshop for health care providers who are interested in exploring the deeper reasons for remaining in the field, the things that sustain us over time.  Includes quizzes regarding current capacities, and many tools for enhancing resilience.
"So comprehensive for such a short amount of time!  The amount of information and tool-sharing was exceptional."
"I appreciated the concrete techniques and ideas I picked up here...I have more energy now to avoid burnout.  Thanks!"
Individual and Agency Clinical Consultation Available Upon Request.