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This workshop is recommended for those working or volunteering in shelter and rescue, as well as caregivers and guardians living with complex companion animals. Participants will learn about the difference between situational and chronic stress, as well as how chronic stress impacts those living and working with complex companion animals. In this session we will explore the concepts of secondary traumatic stress, empathic strain and burnout. Malene will share tools for self monitoring stress impacts and for maintaining balance and a sense of wellbeing when living or working with complex animals. Bio
Marlene is an accomplished Child and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience specializing in trauma and attachment disruptions in parent-child relationships. She holds her Masters of Social Work, is a Certified Circle of Security Parenting Facilitator, a Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, and a Licensed Family Dog Mediator. In 2019, she began fostering and subsequently adopted Cooper, the catalyst for her journey into the professional dog world. When Cooper began to struggle with sensitivity to noises, novel experiences and strangers, Marlene found herself searching for new perspectives in the field of dog training and subsequently became fascinated by the impact of caregiving for challenging dogs on the humans who love them. She offers two courses focused on human wellness, Stronger Together, a series for dog professionals and Me First! a series for caregivers living and working with complex companion animals.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Calgary Humane Society, 4455 110 ave SE,Calgary, Alberta, Canada
