Malka's extensive experience and expertise in the field of mental health for the past 25 years make her a highly qualified professional with a diverse skill set. Her journey from working in various agency and non-profit settings to running a successful private practice showcases her adaptability and capability to address a wide range of mental health concerns.
Her specialization in women's issues, particularly in maternal wellness, anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, and EMDR, reflects a deep understanding of the complexities surrounding these areas. Her ability to work with individuals and couples while focusing on life transitions demonstrates a holistic approach to mental health care.
Malka's involvement in trauma therapy, beginning with her work during 9/11, speaks volumes about her resilience, commitment, and the breadth of her experience in treating Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Her work with the Red Cross and FEMA, offering clinical debriefing to essential workers during such a pivotal moment in history, highlights her dedication to supporting and aiding those impacted by traumatic events.
Moreover, her role in clinical supervision for the past 15 years underscores her commitment to not only treating clients but also guiding and mentoring other mental health professionals, thereby contributing to the growth of the field.
Overall, Malka's rich and varied experience, combined with her dedication to ongoing learning and education, positions her as a highly respected and capable Licensed Clinical Social Worker, offering comprehensive mental health care to her clients while contributing significantly to the mental health community through her supervision and trauma-focused work.
Fractured Identity: Antisemitism, Propaganda, and Indoctrination
Fractured identity is not born in isolation—it is methodically shaped by propaganda, social conditioning, and ideological indoctrination. These mechanisms distort truth, fracture perception, and erode the foundations of identity and autonomy. In today’s climate, antisemitism is both a cause and a consequence of fractured identity—weaponizing lies, fueling division, and reinforcing harmful narratives that create deep psychological wounds in individuals, communities, and the broader social fabric.
This training dives into the psychological and neurological processes behind fractured identity, e...Read morexploring how propaganda exploits fear, how macro-gaslighting undermines self-trust and societal cohesion, and how indoctrination distorts moral reasoning and erodes empathy. From the paradoxes of antisemitism to the entrenchment of belief systems, participants will gain a clear understanding of how internal dissonance and societal breakdown mirror each other—and how they can be addressed through both individual and collective strategies.
We’ll explore the psychological stages that lead to moral disengagement and radicalization, and introduce the BRIDGE system—a trauma-informed communication framework designed to support engagement with individuals entrenched in harmful ideologies. During this section, participants will work through a case example and have the opportunity to engage in breakout groups to explore real-world applications of each step of the BRIDGE model, fostering confidence and clarity in complex conversations.
Ultimately, this training equips mental health professionals, educators, and organizational leaders with the insight and tools to recognize fractured identity in action—and begin the work of restoring wholeness, critical thinking, and ethical integrity within themselves, their communities, and their professions.
Handout Included.
Recording:
This class will be recorded and made available within 2 hours after the live lecture. Recordings are available for 90 days after the class. Less...
Learning Objectives
- Recognize how propaganda, macro-gaslighting, and social conditioning contribute to fractured identity and the rise of antisemitism.
- Identify the psychological and neurological mechanisms that drive indoctrination, cognitive rigidity, and moral disengagement.
- Apply trauma-informed strategies, including the BRIDGE system, to foster resilience, critical thinking, and constructive dialogue in both clinical and educational settings.
Target Audience
All mental health professionals welcome.
Learning Levels
- All levels welcome
Monday, June 09, 2025
Live Interactive Webinar
01:00 PM EDT - 04:15 PM EDT
Agenda
1:00 – 1:20 PM Welcome, Framing, and Course Overview
1:20 – 1:50 PM Section 1: Propaganda & The “D’s” of Antisemitism
1:50 – 2:15 PM Section 2: Gaslighting & Macro-Gaslighting
2:15 – 2:35 PM Section 3: Social Conditioning, Cognitive Dissonance & Indoctrination
2:35 – 2:40 PM Break (5 min)
2:40 – 3:00 PM Section 4: Neurological Effects of Indoctrination
3:00 – 3:20 PM Section 5: Moral Disengagement & Identity Erosion
3:20 – 3:40 PM Section 6: Entrenchment & The BRIDGE System (with Case Example & Breakouts)
3:40 – 3:45 PM Break (5 min)
3:45 – 4:05 PM Section 7: Societal Impact: Undermining Democracy
4:05 – 4:15 PM Section 8: Closing Reflections & Call to Action
CE Information - Earn 3 CE Credit Hours including
2 Cultural Competency Hour
1 Clinical Hour
CE Approvals
New York State Education Department's State Board for SW
EngagedMinds Continuing Education is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0676.
Association of Social Work Boards
EngagedMinds Continuing Education, #1858, formerly Erena DiGonis, LCSW, PLLC, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 8/25/2024-8/25/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 3 continuing education credits.
National Board for Certified Counselors
EngagedMinds Continuing Education has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7455. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. EngagedMinds Continuing Education is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
New York State Education Department's State Board for LMHC
EngagedMinds Continuing Education is recognized by the New York State Education
Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an
approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health
counselors. #MHC-0284.
Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an
approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health
counselors. #MHC-0284.
New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners
EngagedMinds Continuing Education is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists #MFT-0117.
New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology
Erena DiGonis, LCSW, PLLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0270.
CE Process Info
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