Breaking the Cycle: Understanding Childhood Trauma and Promoting Healing
April 16 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
$39.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 12-2pm EST / 11-1pm CST / 10-12pm MST / 9-11am PST
2 CE s included for LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, and CMSW through Florida CEBrokers.
Cost: $39.00
Learn insights from the ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Study and the Impact of Trauma on the young child.
Childhood trauma has far-reaching consequences that extend well into adulthood. The ACE Study highlighted a robust link between adverse childhood experiences and an increased risk of various health issues. Individuals with higher ACE scores are more likely to suffer from mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Additionally, they are at a greater risk for chronic physical conditions. This training will cover the outcomes of the ACE study with an emphasis on the critical need for early identification, trauma-focused interventions, and protective factors to mitigate these risks and support healthier outcomes for those affected by childhood trauma.
Objectives:
- Understand the findings of the ACE study and how childhood trauma contributes to long-term health risks.
- Identify practical strategies and actionable steps to implement in various settings.
- Develop effective communication techniques to clearly convey learning goals to children, emphasizing their importance and how progress can be measured.
Presented By Kathryn Shea, LCSW, FASD United Board Member
Kathryn has over 40 years of experience working with children with serious emotional and behavioral disorders and fetal alcohol and drug effects. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and her Master’s degree in Social Work from the Univeristy of Kentucky. She served as the President and CEO of the Florida Center for Early Childhood in Sarasota, Florida for 12 years. Kathryn is a past president of the Florida Association for Infant Mental Health and has been very involved in developing and expanding Florida’s Early Childhood Court Initiative. Ms. Shea currently serves on the board of FASD United (formerly NOFAS) and is an independent consultant at the local, state, and national levels. Kathryn has received numerous awards for her work in infant mental health, FASD, and child advocacy.
This training may help prepare you for competencies related to the Florida Association for Infant Mental Health Endorsement. (For those outside Florida, check your state’s requirements).