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Certificate Program in Advanced Trauma Treatment
In an exciting, supportive, professional environment, clinical social workers and other mental health professionals will gain an in-depth understanding of the myriad dynamics related to trauma and its reverberating effect on clients’ cognitions, affect, social functioning, and behavioral choices.
The philosophical underpinning of the program is a de-pathologized, strengths-based approach to the assessment and treatment of adolescent and adult survivors of trauma, abuse, and neglect.
Symptoms will be re-framed as inevitable, creative coping strategies that “make sense” when put into the historical context of trauma or a dysfunctional family-of-origin.
Practitioners will learn many creative, effective, and empathic ways to help clients re-claim a sense of healthy empowerment, achieve a much higher level of functioning, and integrate the resources necessary for genuine healing.
Additionally, practitioners will explore issues of counter-transference and vicarious traumatization and will learn how to engage in self-care, enhance boundaries, and work in ways that improve efficacy and reduce professional burn-out.
There will be many opportunities to experience, firsthand, the artistic and creative treatment modalities introduced throughout the program. Thus enabling clinicians to try out new techniques before integrating them into their practice settings
Methodology
Participants will learn on both didactic and experiential levels. Power point slides, hand-outs, role plays, videotapes, experiential art and writing exercises, Q and A sessions, case presentations, interactive discussions, processing written work, and small group work will all be incorporated into the program, thus accommodating a variety of learning styles.
CEU’s, Requirements, and Registration
The certificate Program is comprised of 54 Category 1 Continuing Education Units (CEU’s). This also includes 3 credit hours in Ethics, which can be used to meet the mandatory requirement in Ethics training. This program has been approved by The Board of Social Work Examiners, The Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists, and The Board of Examiners for Psychologists in Maryland and Pennsylvania. Reciprocal approval is also granted to social workers in Washington D.C., Virginia, and West Virginia.
Participants must have an MSW degree, or a comparable, clinical degree. In order to receive the Certificate in Advanced Trauma Treatment, all participants will be required to complete a written case analysis, which will integrate knowledge and skills gained during the course of the program.
Additionally, participants must attend all nine classes on the indicated training dates in order to receive their Certificate. If emergent life circumstances preclude attendance at a class, you can make it up at the next training series, but certificates will not be granted until all nine classes have been completed. If you do need to make-up a class, there is no extra fee involved: payment entitles you to take all nine classes, even if you have to extend your time frame to complete the program. All classes are held at the Pikesville Hilton Hotel. ***The Hilton Hotel offers special, deeply discounted rates for Institute participants who wish to stay at the hotel the night before/after a training. If you want more information regarding accommodations, please e-mail Lisa and you will be connected to the hotel's contact person.
The training is offered twice a year: September-January (Fall Series) and March-June (Spring Series).
Registration for the March-June 2010 program is now open. The dates are as follows:
March 3rd and 18th, 2010
April 12th and 30th, 2010
May 11th, 21st and 27th, 2010
June 11th and 22nd, 2010
All classes begin promptly at 8:45AM and end by 4:15pm. Registration and breakfast begins at 8:30am on each training day.
The cost of the entire training is $1800.00, payable in three installments of $600.00 due on 3/1/10, 4/28/10 and 5/25/10 for the Spring series. You can either pay by credit card or by check/money order. Regardless of your payment method, credit card information is required in order to register for the program. If you are paying by credit card, your card it will not be charged anything until the first payment date-which is two days before the first class. If you are paying by check, three installments will be due, in person, on the same dates mentioned above. Checks should be made out to T.I.A.P.T.E., Inc. After registering, please e-mail Lisa, if you plan to pay by check, and she will make sure that your credit card is never charged for the training.
The cost includes all hand-out materials, full breakfast, afternoon snacks and a small gift related to self-care on each training day, CEU certificates after each part of the training, and a final certificate upon completion of the program.
Click here to register for the March-June 2010 series.
Again: although you must enter a credit card number when you register for the program, your card will not be charged anything until two days before the first class. If you wish to pay by check, you must still enter a valid credit card number to secure a seat in the program- but your card will never actually be charged.
The Trauma Certificate Program: Course Content
Part I: “Understanding Trauma and its Reverberating Effects”
2 Classes- 12 CEU’s
- de-pathologizing clients: a strengths-based approach
- defining trauma and its relationship to “loss”
- trauma and its effect on the brain
- fight/flight and freeze responses
- the process of dissociation
- trauma and its impact on declarative and non-declarative memory
- the somatization of trauma: common physical complaints
- moving beyond talk therapy
- using “focusing” and “somatic experiencing” to enhance body work
- trauma in a family-of-origin context: roles, boundaries, and communication
- the childhood response to trauma: inevitable creative coping strategies
- trauma and the challenges of attachment
- “shifting the locus of control”: a model for understanding the introjection of shame and “badness”
- dysfunctional family dynamics
- the impact of trauma on affect regulation
- cognitive, emotional, behavioral manifestations of trauma in adulthood
- trauma and addictive behaviors: the cycle of self-medication and re-traumatization
Learning Objectives:
1) Identify at least four strengths-based approaches to clients’ symptoms and trauma histories, and explain the concept and value of re-framing.
2) Describe the impact that trauma and repeated fight/flight responses have on the different parts of the brain.
3) Analyze the impact that chronic childhood trauma has on declarative and non-declarative memory.
4) Describe the connection between trauma, suppressed memory, and somatization.
5) Define and apply at least two strategies designed to re-connect clients to their bodies and treat somatic symptoms.
6) Explain the relationship between family-of-origin dynamics including: boundaries; roles; and communication styles and
dysfunctional coping strategies.
7) Apply theories of attachment and affect dysregulation to the symptomatology of trauma survivors.
8) Diagram the family pyramid, the dynamics of attachment and shifting the locus of control
9) Identify at least ten adult manifestations of prior trauma, abuse, and neglect.
10) Describe the cycle of trauma and addiction and relate it to issues of dissociation, affect regulation and loss of attachment.
11) Identify at least four effective ways to address self-harm and addictive behaviors in trauma survivors.
Part II: “Creatively and Effectively Treating Trauma”
4 Classes- 24 CEU’s
- assessing for a history of trauma
- incorporating objective assessment tools into treatment
- identifying and working with co-morbidity
- differential diagnoses for affective and anxiety disorders
- identifying “medication myths” and how they relate to non-compliance
- learning how to challenge resistance to medication
- working collaboratively with primary care physicians to address the medical and mental health needs of trauma survivors
- state-of-the-art pharmacological treatment of anxiety and depression
- exploring non-pharmacological treatment strategies to better manage depression and anxiety
- the do’s and don’ts of incorporating creative strategies
- matching treatment issues to creative interventions
- guidelines and goals for effective treatment
- the fundamentals of trauma treatment: laying a foundation before trauma retrieval occurs
- enhancing safety and containment
- pacing and grounding traumatized clients
- addressing abreactions and flashbacks
- exploring art therapies, movement therapy and yoga, writing, hypnosis, guided imagery, role plays, tapping
- creative approaches to managing self-injurious behaviors: contracting with “CARESS”
Learning Objectives:
1) Describe and apply at least six objective assessment tools designed to address issues of trauma and co-morbidity.
2) Identify the diagnostic criteria for assessing affective and anxiety disorders in trauma survivors.
3) Identify the most commonly used anti-depressants and anxiolytics, and summarize how to present the issue of pharmacological treatment to “resistant” clients.
4) Describe at least four “medication myths” that add to client resistance and explain how to work through those misconceptions to increase compliance.
5) Define at least six non-pharmacological ways to treat depression and anxiety disorders in trauma survivors.
6) Demonstrate an ability to prepare clients for creative interventions while specifying when creative work is and is not appropriate.
7) Describe at least eight fundamental goals for safe, effective trauma treatment.
8) Demonstrate an ability to promote client safety and to address issues of pacing and re-grounding.
9) Describe and practice at least three strategies to promote containment, address flashbacks and make abreactions productive rather than destructive.
10) Identify and practice at least six art therapy techniques and two guided imagery techniques designed to help clients work through abuse memories, improve ego-strength and self-esteem.
11) Explain the cycle of self-harm and the role that affect dysregulation, dissociation, and reinforcement plays in the chronicity of the behavior.
12) Describe CARESS and explain its role as a substitute for standard safety contracts with trauma survivors.
Part III: “Trauma and the Therapeutic Alliance”
3 Classes- 18 CEU’s
- understanding the power differential in the client/therapist relationship
- traumatic transference: manifestations and challenges
- addressing issues of trust, boundaries, and client testing
- counter-transferential issues and therapist efficacy
- empathic disequilibrium, enmeshment, withdrawal and repression
- symptoms of vicarious traumatization and burn-out
- addressing therapist self-care
- the nature of the therapeutic alliance
- ethical issues and concerns
- legal obligations
- reporting abuse and its impact on treatment and the therapy relationship
- turning reporting into an act of client empowerment
- trauma survivors and the criminal justice system
- processing the integration of course material into a case analysis
- clinical consultations
- issues pertaining to client termination
Learning Objectives:
1) Explain the notion of seeking treatment from both clients’ and therapists’ perspectives and identify the similarities and differences that impact treatment outcomes.
2) Define traumatic transference and summarize at least five manifestations in trauma survivors.
3) Identify at least five ways in which trauma survivors test therapist boundaries and manifest trust issues in the therapeutic alliance.
4) Describe at least six ways in which counter-transference adversely affects therapists’ efficacy.
5) Identify and describe at least six symptoms of vicarious traumatization and cite at least six ways to enhance self-care and reduce professional burn-out.
6) Identify and discuss Dolgoff’s ethical principles and the hierarchy of professional responsibilities and obligations
7) Identify at least five red flags that indicate compromised therapists’ ethics.
8) Discuss the specific duties of social work practice including: the duty to protect life; to report and warn; and the preservation of client confidentiality.
9) Critique case scenarios and current state law to identify and describe legal issues of reporting abuse and neglect. Analyze the impact that reporting has on the therapeutic relationship and identify ways to re-frame reporting as an act of client empowerment.
10) Analyze, discuss, and critique student case studies for the purpose of integrating course material to emphasize the value of the strengths-based model and the value of de-pathologizing the symptoms of trauma survivors.
11) Distinguish between five different termination modes and identify the clinical reasons why clients engage in unplanned terminations.
12) Describe the most appropriate process for planned terminations and identify at least four issues that emerge when therapy ends.
Level II Advanced Certificate in Trauma Treatment
A Certificate in Level II is offered to clinicians who have graduated from the Level I Certificate Program in Advanced Trauma Treatment and to clinicians who demonstrate an expertise in the trauma field. Experienced clinicians can also register for an individual class that is relevant to their work. The Certificate Program is comprised of five advanced master classes taught by Lisa Ferentz and other guest trainers who are experts in their fields. The program offers practitioners the opportunity to deepen their understanding of trauma and to apply advanced treatment strategies in their work with clients.
The Level II program will be offered twice a year, in the Spring and Fall. Classes are held from 8:45am -4:00pm and are held at the Pikesville Hilton Hotel. ***The Hilton Hotel offers special, deeply discounted rates for Institute participants who wish to stay at the hotel the night before/after a training. If you want more information regarding accommodations, please e-mail Lisa and you will be connected to the hotel's contact person. Registration and breakfast begins at 8:30am.
This program has been approved by The Board of Social Work Examiners, the Board of Psychologists and The Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists in Maryland. Reciprocal approval is also granted to social workers in Washington, D.C., Virginia and West Virginia.
Participants have the option of either registering for all five classes, at a discounted rate, and receiving a Certificate in Level II Trauma Treatment, or signing up for any individual class. ***Clinical Case Consultation is only open to participants taking the entire certificate program.
The cost of the entire training (30 CEU's) is $750.00, payable in two installments of $375.00 due on 3/09/10, and 5/23/10 for the Spring 2010 series. Individual trainings are $169.00 each. If you are paying by credit card, your card it will not be charged anything until the first payment date-which is two days before the first class. If you are paying by check, two installments will be due, in person, on the same dates mentioned above. Checks should be made out to T.I.A.P.T.E., Inc. After registering, please e-mail Lisa, if you plan to pay by check, and she will make sure that your credit card is never charged for the training.
The cost includes all hand-out materials, full breakfast, afternoon snacks and a small gift related to self-care on each training day, CEU certificates after each part of the training, and a final certificate upon completion of the program.
The following is a list of Level II courses, along with Spring 2010 dates, and the names of all presenters:
Thursday, March 11th, 2010
Class 1-Hypnotherapy Techniques for Affect Regulation:Addressing Over-arousal in Trauma Survivors
Lisa Ferentz, LCSW-C, DAPA
Click here for workshop description
Friday, April 23rd, 2010
Class 2- Art Therapy as a Tool in Trauma Treatment
Peggy Kolodny, MA, ATR-BC, CPC
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Friday, May 14th, 2010
Class 3- Movement Therapy and Trauma Treatment: The Language of the Body
Victoria Eisner, MA, ADTR, NCC
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Tuesday, May 25th, 2010
Class 4- Helping Trauma Survivors Re-claim a Sense of Spirituality
Father Ray Chase
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Wednesday, June 9th, 2010
Class 5- Clinical Case Consultation: Processing Complex Trauma Scenarios in Clinical Practice
Lisa Ferentz, LCSW-C, DAPA
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Click here to register for the entire Level II Program.
If you wish to register for individual trainings click the individual classes listed below.
Click here to register for Advanced Hypnotherapy Techniques for Affect Regulation
Click here to register for Art Therapy as a Tool in Trauma Treatment
Click here to register for Movement Therapy and Trauma Treatment
Click here to register for Helping Trauma Survivors Re-claim a Sense of Spirituality
Quotes from our Level I and Level II graduates:
“Lisa is an incredibly knowledgeable, skilled clinician with an excellent ability to translate her knowledge to her students. I commuted from Richmond, Va. to Baltimore for her Trauma Certificate Program and found it to be, by far, the best training I’ve ever received.”
Susan Osofsky, LCSW
"This program is well worth it- no matter how far you travel! I traveled from California, but found the trauma program well worth the mileage! I have gained hands on clinical knowledge and useful tools that are invaluable in working with trauma survivors. I recommend this learning experience for all professionals working in trauma treatment."
Sandy Flores, LGSW
"This has been the most powerful and engaging training that I have ever had the privilege to be a part of in all of my years of schooling. The knowledge gained in such a short period of time is truly priceless."
David R. Thomas, M.S.
"This Certificate Program has been the single best training I have done since graduate school. Lisa's command of the field and information is first-rate. The hands-on, on-target treatment strategies that are presented are useful in practice right away. This is a useful and enjoyable training. Lisa is a superior and talented presenter."
Angela Gannon, LCSW-C
"I have taken a lot of workshops, certificate programs, etc. and this has been the best. I will continue to go to Lisa's classes for all of my CEU's. I have never been to a CEU/certificate program where so much was given back to the student.. the snacks, the great breakfasts, the little, thoughtful gifts.. were so nice! We were treated very well and nobody else does that- at least not in my experience."
Helen Scism, LCSW-C
"I've gained skills that will touch the lives of every client I serve, as well as the clients of those I supervise."
Denise Connelly, LCSW-C
"I finally feel like a seasoned trauma treatment provider, with a broad range of skills and tools to use. I highly recommend this program to anyone desiring a high level of knowledge and ability to work with a very challenging population."
Laurey Richmond, LCPC
"This program has transformed the way I think about therapy and healing."
Ellen Rosen McGill, LGSW
“I gained insight and a new skill base in my work with trauma survivors. I feel I have made monumental strides in the way I can and will treat clients”
Erica Frankel, LCSW-C
"The material presented in this program was so rich and meaningful. I was able to apply what I was learning immediately with current clients, and that's so exciting to me! This class has completely changed the way I do private practice, not just with trauma survivors, but with all clients."
Stacey Hellman, LCSW-C
"This is the best training I have ever experienced, mainly because I am leaving with so many tools in my clinical tool bag. I have learned volumes about trauma treatment, and I am already using many of Lisa's strategies and techniques in my work with all of my clients-no matter what he or she brings in."
Casey Crimmins, LPC
“I have new techniques with an understanding of the theory behind them. Lisa is a clear communicator. You always come away with new knowledge you can apply. I would recommend this Program to every clinician in the mental health field. It is money well spent.”
Terry Moon, LCSW
“This program is wonderful. My practice and knowledge base has increased ten-fold. I am now able to put my clients’ lives and histories in a context that clearly identifies their trauma. Lisa is very patient, knowledgeable and a wonderful presenter.”
Lori James-Townes. LCSW
"Taking this training program has greatly transformed the way I work with clients. It has provided me with a thorough foundation for working with trauma survivors. Taking this course has been a lot of fun!"
Brian Douville, LCSW
“It has been a joy to come to these seminars. Lisa's practice is infused with hope for the client and a respect for people in general. Her delivery is infused with infectious warmth, compassion and optimism."
Marie Erb, LCSW-C
"Lisa is an excellent presenter. She managed to give a great deal of theoretical and practical information in a way that was dynamic and interesting and kept my interest the whole time. I learned more in this course than in all of my graduate classes combined."
Karen Gentile
“Lisa Ferentz is a dynamic, engaging presenter who makes learning exciting. I left her seminars energized and intellectually stimulated.”
Julie Martin, LCSW-C
"I've been successfully using many of the skills I learned in the Trauma Certificate Program. My clients have all enjoyed the new interventions and I'm finding they process things so much better using art, movement, and other experiential therapies. One client said she's never found a place of peace in herself but is getting close after working with me. I pass that compliment on to Lisa because my client saw the results of my attendance at her training."
Laurie Dulle
"The trauma certificate training filled in so many blanks for me. I will always be grateful for Lisa's generosity, openness, good humor, and desire to share her knowledge in this field. Her dedication to the wellness of others comes through strongly."
Stacey Ezersky, LCSW-C
“Lisa Ferentz is well informed, well practiced and very dynamic. She has a wonderful ability to engage the audience and bring the material to life”
Kim Yamas, LCSW-C
“Personable, organized, professional and entertaining. Clearly knowledgeable and confident in material presented.”
Teresa Smithson, LCSW-C
" I had the opportunity to see Lisa present prior to enrolling in this program. That was the driving force for pursuing this. She is smart, teaches in a practical, hands-on, comprehensive way that was an inspiration to us all. Lisa is also very down to earth: she makes me believe she can teach just about anything to anyone."
Cheri Pfeiffer, LCSW-C
"This was the most helpful training I've ever attended. You walk away with techniques you can immediately apply to your practice. Within the context of trauma, you learn a whole host of other helpful information!"
Stephanie Fisher
"Dynamic! Lisa presented the information with passion and commitment to the profession of social work and to the survivors of trauma. Her use of visual aids, her own clinical experiences, and expertise in the field was very helpful in impacting my practice."
Corinne Ridenaur-Blanford, LCSW-C
"Lisa is an excellent presenter. The information was so clear and the power points were so helpful. There was a perfect balance between theory, practice and intervention. I have grown so much clinically from this training and I cannot imagine other social work clinicians not benefiting from this program."
Maureen Harkness, LCSW-C
"Lisa is a dynamic and personable speaker and trainer, and I use the information I learned from her every single day in my work with clients. She offers theory as well as practical tools for attacking even the most severe trauma issues. This program brought clarity to many of my clients' treatment-resistant struggles, and it brought years of disjointed training into a cohesive whole. I am proud to be a graduate of Lisa's Certificate program. I am thrilled with what I learned here, and I know my clients have been well served."
Sue H. McHenry, LCSW-C
"This program has helped me to develop my skills as a new clinician, providing me with practical and effective skills to fill my toolbox. I was able to take away a technique at every session!"
Lynne Ramirez
