Trauma Therapy: What It Is, Why It Matters, and When It Is Needed

Central Region Monthly Webinar Series

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 5-6 pm CT via Zoom

Speaker: Laura Hanley, MSW, LICSW

1 CEU - may be counted as Clinical

Please join us to learn the basics of trauma therapy, including how it is different from talk therapy, the basic theoretical underpinnings, the basic treatment modalities, and when to know if your client would benefit from it (or not). Laura will also cover how to find a trauma therapist and different resources/networks that can be utilized.

Trauma therapy is designed to help individuals heal from traumatic experiences, distinct from general talk therapy. While talk therapy focuses on discussing thoughts and behaviors, trauma therapy addresses the specific effects of trauma on the brain and emotions.

Trauma impacts brain function, which in turn affects an individual's ability to relate to others. Understanding this connection is key to comprehending some of the challenging behaviors observed in clients. Providers should be familiar with the fundamental neuroscience underlying our current knowledge of trauma and the various interventions available to effectively address it. This talk will cover the basics of IFS, somatic processing, and bilateral stimulation-based interventions.  Participants will also learn how to identify, connect with, and work effectively with a trauma therapist.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will be able to speak to 3-5 key differences between traditional talk therapy and trauma therapy.

2. Participants will be able to identify 3-4 trauma-specific interventions for individuals seeking healing. 

3. Participants will be able to name 3-5 key indicators that a client may benefit from trauma focused therapy.

About the Speaker:

Laura Hanley is a psychotherapist and mental health consultant specializing in trauma and how it shows up in our relationships.  Laura is part of the group practice at Turning Leaf Therapy in Minnetonka and is trained in Brainspotting and is a certified Accelerated Resolution Therapist.

Pricing and Registration

Free for members - REGISTER HERE

$15 for Not-Yet-Members - REGISTER HERE

All social workers are welcome to register. However, content may be specific to Central MN

Central Region Monthly Webinar Series

Every 1st Tuesday of the month from 5-6 p.m. via Zoom

FREE for Members, $15 for not-yet-members (1 CEU)

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