3-DAY, 13-HOUR LIVE ONLINE CE COURSE

Trauma-Informed Care

Instructor: Dr. Mark Olson

Discover the essential skills and knowledge needed to integrate a trauma-informed approach into your work and daily life with this 3-day, 13-hour online course (NCBTMB/NY/FL CE-approved). Designed for both practitioners working with clients experiencing trauma and individuals seeking a deeper understanding of trauma, this course offers a blend of expert insights and practical exercises.

Over the course of three days, you will delve into the neurological and psychological foundations of shock and developmental trauma. Learn to recognize and respond to trauma with relational skills that prevent re-traumatization by fostering implicit safety, intersubjectivity, and client agency. Interactive exercises in breakout rooms will ensure you gain practical, real-world skills, while two 1-hour prerequisite videos by Dr. Mark Olson provide foundational knowledge before the live sessions.

During this 3-Day 13-Hour CE course, you’ll explore the neuroscience behind trauma, learn relational skills to prevent re-traumatization, and dive into concepts like implicit safety and client agency. Perfect for practitioners and anyone curious about trauma, this course offers a blend of expert insights, hands-on exercises, and foundational lessons by Dr. Mark Olson.

13 CE Credit Hours

Date: Fridays, April 11, 18 & 25

Location: Live Online

Price: $897.00

Topics Covered

Neuroscience, Trauma, and Implicit Safety

Supporting and Accepting Client Defenses

Developmental Trauma and Therapeutic Relationship Skills

Common Factors in Therapeutic Settings

Shock Trauma and Autonomic First Aid Skills

Colluding vs. Cheerleading vs. Agency

Somatic Psychology and Retraumatization

Learning Objectives

BY THE END OF THIS COURSE, PARTICIPANTS WILL BE ABLE TO:

  • Describe the characteristics of a trauma-informed approach.

  • Explain how trauma relates to their work practice.

  • Define implicit safety and its importance.

  • Differentiate between shock and developmental trauma.

  • Identify responses to shock trauma.

  • Apply Autonomic First Aid practices for shock trauma responses.

  • Discuss the relationships between trauma, pain, and neuromuscular patterns.

  • Understand the value of supporting a person’s defenses.

  • Explain the concept of foreclosure and its implications in interactions.

  • Recognize the function of survival styles and their manifestations.

  • Articulate the importance of setting goals when working with people in trauma theory terms.

  • Differentiate between cheerleading, colluding, and promoting agency.

  • Identify ineffective or re-traumatizing strategies for responding to developmental trauma.

Course Highlights

Expert Instruction

Learn from Dr. Mark Olson, a leading expert in trauma & psychology.

Comprehensive Content

Cover a wide range of topics essential for trauma-informed care.

Interactive Exercises

Participate in practical exercises to develop real-world skills.

Prerequisite Materials

Gain foundational knowledge through two 1-hour videos before the live sessions.

Who Should Enroll?

THIS COURSE IS IDEAL FOR:

Therapists & Counselors

Therapists and counselors seeking to deepen their trauma-informed practices.

Individuals interested in understanding trauma and its effects.

Interested
Individuals

Anyone looking to enhance their ability to support those affected by trauma with informed, compassionate care.

Anyone
Curious

Healthcare practitioners working with trauma-affected clients.

Healthcare Practitioners

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Join us to enhance your ability to support those affected by trauma with informed, compassionate care. Whether you’re a healthcare professional or simply interested in the topic, this course provides invaluable tools and insights for fostering healing and resilience.

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What to Expect

  • Expert Instruction: Taught by Dr. Mark Olson, an expert in neuroscience and somatic practice

  • Comprehensive Content: Covers critical trauma-informed care topics like shock trauma and developmental trauma.

  • Practical Skills: Includes interactive exercises for real-world trauma response skills.

  • CE Certificate: Earn 13 Continuing Education (CE) hours upon course completion.

  • Foundational Knowledge: Includes two 1-hour prerequisite videos for preparation.

  • Targeted Learning: Ideal for healthcare professionals and therapists.

Payment plans available!

Register For the Upcoming Course

LIVE Course Dates: February 12, 19 and 26

Each Course day starts at 1PM EST for 4.3 hours each day!

$897 for all three days of instruction (payment plans available)

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Meet Your Instructor

Mark Olson

Dr. Mark Olson, a neuroscientist and somatic practitioner, provides insightful and empowering education on vital yet under-examined topics such as trauma, chronic pain, and interpersonal relating.

Dr. Olson is dedicated to bridging the gap between theory and practice. He is a distinguished expert in neuroscience and bodywork, guides participants through immersive, online courses that go beyond textbooks. His approach blends cutting-edge research with hands-on exercises, ensuring you gain not just knowledge, but practical skills that make a difference in real-world scenarios.