Families and Trauma Work: Integrating Key Ideas from Individual and Systemic Practice

Description

Working with families and individuals where there has been trauma can present considerable challenges as our usual therapeutic processes may be interrupted by the intrapersonal and interpersonal impacts of the trauma. This workshop presents an integration of theoretical and practice ideas from both individually oriented and systemic approaches; Systems theory, neurophysiology, Attachment theory and Internal Family Systems therapy. Useful features of each of these frameworks will be presented and then integrated into a comprehensive approach for trauma informed assessment and intervention applicable to different phases of therapeutic engagement. Specific focus will be given to culture and diversity, and therapist self-care as well as the potential contribution of 'single session' principles to service delivery.

The workshop will include didactic and practical components to build integration of theory and skill. Participants' work contexts will inform the clinical material used in discussion and roleplay demonstration (i.e. alcohol and other drugs, family violence, mental health).

This event will cover:

Articulate important and useful features of a Systems approach, trauma related neurophysiology, Attachment theory and Internal F
Assess how the impacts of trauma may be interfering with the therapeutic process, including how to integrate trauma informed his
Develop appropriate systemic interventions based on a trauma informed assessment
Create and maintain engagement with clients while addressing difficult issues
Utilise 'single session' principles as they can apply to trauma-informed practice

Trainers

Robyn Elliott (Manager of the Academic Program) — The Bouverie Centre
Colleen Cousins (Lecturer - Family Therapy) — The Bouverie Centre

Eligibility criteria

This workshop will be most useful for those with a therapeutic role in working with families impacted by trauma (where there has been trauma). It may also hold value for a range of other professionals in roles that involve working with individuals or families where trauma is a key organising factor in clients' presentation. Psychologists, social workers, mental health workers, youth workers, drug and alcohol workers, psychiatric nurses, child protection workers, and those working in the areas of justice and homelessness are encouraged to attend.

Categories: Capability 8 - Working effectively with families, carers and supporters, Capability 10 - Delivering compassionate care, support and treatment, Capability 4 - Understanding and responding to trauma
Disciplines: Allied Health, Lived Experience Workforce
Levels: Intermediate, Advanced
Lifespans: Child, Adolescent, Youth, Adult

Friday 11 June 2021
09:30 to 16:30 Add to calendar

Friday 18 June 2021
09:30 to 16:30 Add to calendar

Online - Live Stream

Specific location and venue confirmed by provider upon registration.

$420

The course cost is inc. GST

Provided by The Bouverie Centre

For further information contact

bouverie.training@latrobe.edu.au

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