Introduction to Trauma Informed Practice

Join us for a FREE 90 minute session dedicated to exploring trauma-informed practices, with a focus on understanding and addressing the unique needs of survivors of domestic abuse. This webinar delves please fill in info into the principles of trauma-informed care, such as empowerment, choice, collaboration, and sensitivity to triggers and traumatisation, providing essential insights for professionals working with survivors.

This course is designed for those seeking to enhance their understanding of trauma-informed practices. Our expert facilitator will guide you through proven strategies and techniques for supporting survivors in a compassionate and effective manner.

Discover the Key Topics:

• Definitions and dynamics of trauma
• Impacts of trauma on the body and brain
• What is trauma informed practice?

What's in it for You?

• Acquire valuable insights into the effects of trauma and how to address the unique needs of survivors of domestic abuse
• Understand how to build and implement trauma-informed practices
• Master effective support strategies to empower and assist survivors
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics and impact of domestic abuse on survivors' psychological well-being.
• Develop trauma-informed approaches to care.
• Acquire knowledge and skills to assess, screen, and identify trauma symptoms commonly experienced by survivors of domestic abuse.
• Explore evidence-based interventions specifically tailored to address trauma in the context of domestic abuse.
• Develop effective safety planning and risk assessment strategies to ensure the physical and emotional well-being of survivors.
• Enhance the ability to recognise and respond empathetically to survivors' emotional needs and provide appropriate support.
• Foster resilience and recovery in survivors by promoting self-care practices, healthy coping mechanisms, and rebuilding strategies.
• Establish strategies for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and utilising available community resources to support survivors effectively
  

Who Should Attend?

• Advocates and counsellors working with survivors of domestic abuse
• Social workers and case managers
• Legal professionals specialising in domestic abuse cases
• Crisis intervention specialists
• Refuge staff and volunteers
• Therapists and counsellors
• Psychologists
• Psychiatrists
• Nurses
• Advocates and support workers in domestic violence organizations
• Police Officers
• Healthcare providers
• Child protection workers
• Community workers
• Anyone interested in trauma-informed care practices

Learning can be targeted at professionals across different stages of their careers. It can benefit early career professionals who are just starting to work with survivors of domestic abuse by providing them with a strong foundation of knowledge and skills. Mid-career professionals who already have some experience in this area can deepen their understanding and refine their approaches through this training. Even seasoned professionals who have been working with survivors for many years can benefit from the latest research, interventions, and best practices covered in the webinar to stay up-to-date and continually improve their practice.

Join us to deepen your understanding of trauma-informed practices and enhance your ability to support survivors of domestic abuse with empathy and expertise. Overall, attendees will be equipped with a comprehensive set of knowledge, skills, and strategies to support survivors of domestic abuse who have experienced psychological trauma, enabling them to make a positive and impactful difference in their professional practice.

Event Venue

Online