Statewide Networking Events
Join us to connect with social workers in your region! These Statewide Networking Events are FREE AND OPEN TO ALL SOCIAL WORKERS AND STUDENTS.
Join us for our Fall 2024 Networking Event!
Green Mill, St. Cloud
10/22 - 6:00-8:00 PM CST
100 4th Avenue South, St. Cloud, MN, 56301
Monthly Webinar Series
1st Tuesday of every month from 5:00–6:00 p.m. (1 CEU) via Zoom
Free for members and $15 for not-yet-members!
Please note: All social workers are welcome to register. However, content may be specific to Central MN
October 1 - Tattoos: History, Cultural Variations and Symbolisms of Tattoos
November 12 - Trauma Therapy: What It Is, What It Matters, and When it is Needed
1 CEU - may be counted as Clinical (Virtual Event)
**Note that this event is on the Second Tuesday of the Month!**
Free for members - REGISTER HERE
$15 for Not-Yet-Members - REGISTER HERE
Speaker: Laura Hanley, MSW, LICSW
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.
December 3 - Mental Health Treatment for the Family System
1 CEU (Virtual Event)
Free for Members - CLICK HERE
$15 for Not-Yet-Members - CLICK HERE
Speaker: Katie Richburg, MA, LCPC
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.
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