3rd Annual Bridging The Trauma Gap Conference

3rd Annual Bridging The Trauma Gap Conference

Join us for the 3rd Annual Bridging The Trauma Gap Conference to learn, connect, and heal together!

By Greater Minnesota Trauma Center

Date and time

Location

The Park Event Center

500 Division Street Waite Park, MN 56387

Refund Policy

The organizer will review refund requests on a case-by-case basis.

Agenda

7:30 AM - 8:25 AM

Check-in

8:25 AM

Welcome

8:30 AM - 9:45 AM

A Collaborative Approach to Acute Mental Health Crisis Response

Sgt. Tad Hoeschen

This presentation will give a historic view of the creation of a community multi-disciplinary approach to primary and secondary mental health crisis response. We will further explore the growing of t...

9:45 AM - 10:00 AM

Break

10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Born into Trauma: Understanding and Healing Early Life and Medical Trauma

Justin Coates, MA, LPCC, NCC

Early life trauma, including pre-verbal and medical trauma, leaves a profound imprint on the brain and body—often shaping emotional regulation, attachment, and physical health long before we have wor...

11:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Break

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Breaking Barriers: Navigating FASD in Child Development

Sarah Hamlin, MSW, LICSW

This session explores Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and its impact on children in classrooms, relationships, and communities. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how FASD presen...

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch

1:20 PM - 2:30 PM

Lenses We Wear: Trauma Memories, Felt Sense Beliefs, & Memory Reconsolidation

Dr. Lindsay Murn

This training discusses traumatic events, experiences, and aftereffects of trauma on the brain, body, and belief systems. Therapists will learn about trauma and the emotional brain, and how traumatic...

2:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Break

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM

From Supervised to Supported: Empowering Families to Reconnect and Rise

Arrows Family Services

In child welfare, visitation and parent education are often treated as procedural requirements rather than opportunities for healing. This presentation explores how supervised visitation, when delive...

3:45 PM - 4:00 PM

Wrap-up

DAY 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

Check-in

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Finding the Humor in Psychotherapy

Glenn Maloney, MSW, LICSW, LADC

This presentation explores the role of humor in the provision of psychotherapy. It explores the evolutionary role of humor in our species as well as how humor works in our brains and bodies. We discu...

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Break

10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Yes, Play Therapy is an Effective Treatment for Trauma, Across the Lifespan

Tia Dvorak, MS, LMFT, RPT-S

Presented by Tia Dvorak, MS, LMFT, RPT-S, this session explores play therapy as a powerful tool for trauma treatment at any age. Play provides a natural way for individuals to express emotions and pr...

11:45 AM - 12:45 PM

Lunch

12:50 PM - 1:45 PM

Top 20 Concepts to Know When Working with Indigenous People

Jessica Waldron, MS, LMFT, ATR

In this presentation, you will learn the top 10 Historical or current issues that plan a role in intergenerational trauma and how they affect indigenous people in the United States, and ten ways to b...

1:45 PM - 1:55 PM

Break

1:55 PM - 3:00 PM

A Wolf in Bears Clothing: Screening for Lesser Known Medical Conditions

Kelly Hildre, MSW, LICSW, CCTP

Many medical conditions can mimic the behavioral and emotional symptoms of trauma, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment. This session will explore lesser-known medical conditions that ma...

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Q&A and Wrap-Up

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 day 7 hours

Welcome to the 3rd Annual Bridging The Trauma Gap Conference!

Join us at The Park Event Center for a day of insightful discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities focused on bridging the gap in trauma care. This event is a must-attend for healthcare professionals, counselors, and anyone passionate about mental health.

Learn from renowned speakers, participate in interactive sessions, and gain valuable insights to enhance your trauma care skills. Don't miss this chance to be part of a community dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those affected by trauma.

Mark your calendars and secure your spot at the 3rd Annual Bridging The Trauma Gap Conference!

Frequently asked questions

We are tax exempt but the registration includes taxes. What do we do?

If you are a tax-exempt organization, or if you would prefer to pay by check, please send us an email at info@gmntc.org and we will send you further instructions for your payment of $129.

Something came up and I am no longer able to attend. Can I receive a refund?

There are no refunds for this event. However, you may email us at admin@gmntc.org to discuss this further.

Is this conference for the general public?

Yes! This conference is intended for anyone who interacts with humans!

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Greater Minnesota Trauma Center
From $104.67
Aug 21 · 7:30 AM CDT