Connecting Counselors: Trauma and Loss-Informed Practices in Schools

Date
04 Oct 2022
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Time
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Age
Adults (21 Yrs+)
Event type
In-Person Workshop

Children from all around the world and all walks of life are exposed to direct and indirect forms of trauma and loss such as death of a loved one, abuse, bullying, neglect and violence. Research suggests that up to 70% of students in schools report experiencing one traumatic event before the age of 16. School counselors and educators are often the first people to detect trauma-related social and emotional struggles in children and thus, they play a key role in detection and intervention that supports all children so they may learn and thrive. 

Counselors attending this in-person event will:

  • Learn about what trauma is, and the different types of trauma
  • Understand the impact of trauma and loss on children and adolescents
  • Learn about the principles of trauma-informed services in the schools
  • Gain insight into evidence-supported trauma focused interventions for children
  • Understand interventions for direct practice and collaboration with teachers and families. 

Facilitated by

Dr. Saliha Afridi

Dr. Saliha Afridi

Clinical Psychologist

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