Trauma Focused Cogntive Behavioral Therapy

Description: Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) is a components-based psychosocial treatment model that incorporates elements of cognitive-behavioral, attachment, humanistic, empowerment, and family therapy models. TF-CBT is an evidence-based therapy model that supports healing for children and adolescents, with a focus on youth and their families. *Please note the following Pre-Requisite: Participants must prepare to submit proof of completion for the introductory, $30 10-hour online course located at this link: https://tfcbt2.musc.edu/ (10 CECH’s)

Wednesday July 24, 2024 from 1:00PM-5:00PM

Thursday July 25 from 8:30AM-12:30PM

Friday July 26, 2024 from 8:30AM-12:30PM

This course meets requirements for the National Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certification Process – Participation in a live TF-CBT training conducted by an approved national trainer

Objectives:

As a result of this course, participants will be prepared to:

1. Explain the importance of providing trauma-informed treatment.

2. Use two assessments that assist in creating a pathway for trauma-informed care.

3. Describe the nature of the empirical evidence that supports trauma-focused CBT.

4. Identify strategies to support and measure TF-CBT model fidelity.

5. Identify each of the components of TFCBT, the rationale for each component, and at least three strategies or tools to practice each treatment component.

6. Begin to identify ways to adapt TFCBT for special populations.

Format: Live Zoom (once registered you will find a link on the online event page)

CECHs: 12 Continuing Education Contact Hours. Trauma Informed Care Certificate elective course.

Skill Level: Intermediate and advanced skill levels.

Refunds: You can refund yourself up to 7 days before event on Eventbrite.

Accommodations: Please email us directly with any special accommodations you may need at swkce@msu.edu

Contact Info: swkce@msu.edu

Instructors:

Kristine Buffington, MSW, LISW-S, earned her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Eastern Michigan University and was a cum laude graduate. She earned her Master's Degree in Social Work from Western Michigan University. She has over 27 years of experience as a clinical social worker, therapist, agency administrator, trainer and consultant in the area of child traumatic stress. She has published papers on trauma-informed policy and the connections between traumatic stress and risk of juvenile delinquency.