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.
Navigating Trauma: GUARD System Techniques for Addressing Symptoms from Antisemitism and Prolonged Stress
This course offers an in-depth exploration of trauma, focusing on the different types and their distinct impacts on individuals. Special emphasis will be placed on understanding the nature of active trauma, particularly within the context of the Jewish community during the current rise in antisemitism. Participants will gain insights into how traumatic events are affecting Jewish clients; both vicariously and directly. The course will delve into the psychological and emotional processes involved in experiencing trauma and how it can impact identity without proper intervention.
A significant...Read more portion of the course will be dedicated to the concept of resilience, an essential component in the healing process. Participants will learn about the factors that contribute to building resilience in clients facing trauma, with practical approaches to support their development. This includes recognizing and nurturing clients' inherent strengths and helping them build new coping mechanisms. The course will present evidence-based strategies to foster resilience, offering mental health professionals valuable tools to enhance their therapeutic practices.
Practical skills are a core focus of this course. Attendees will develop assessment skills to accurately identify and evaluate the impact of trauma on their clients. Strategies for active listening will be covered to improve communication and create a safe therapeutic environment. Additionally, the course will provide training on delivering psychoeducation, helping clients understand their experiences and empowering them with knowledge. Grounding exercises, which are vital in managing trauma symptoms and promoting stability, will be thoroughly discussed and practiced.
By the end of this course, mental health professionals will be equipped with a robust toolkit to support clients experiencing active trauma.. This course is designed to enhance the competency and confidence of practitioners, enabling them to provide compassionate and informed care to those in need. The complication lies in that we can not establish permanent safety; but in how to still build client resilience to ensure better outcomes.
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
- identify and differentiate various types of trauma, including historical, intergenerational, and active trauma, with a particular focus on the current experiences of the Jewish community during the rise in antisemitism.
- assess and evaluate the impact of trauma on clients, utilizing evidence-based assessment tools and techniques to accurately gauge the severity and specific effects of traumatic experiences.
- apply practical therapeutic strategies, including active listening, psychoeducation, and grounding exercises, to support clients in managing and mitigating trauma symptoms effectively.
- describe the concept of resilience and its importance in trauma recovery, gaining the ability to foster resilience in clients through targeted interventions and the promotion of coping mechanisms and strengths-based approaches.
- practice cultural awareness, humility, and sensitivity within the clinical experience.
Target Audience
All mental health professionals welcome.
Learning Levels
- Intermediate, all levels welcome
Monday, December 02, 2024
Live Interactive Webinar
01:00 PM EST - 04:15 PM EST
Register for this WebinarAgenda
No CEs awarded for breaks.
1:00 PM - 1:05 PM
Introduction to Topic (5 minutes)
1:05 PM - 1:15 PM
Introduction to Trauma and Our Own Bias (10 minutes)
1:15 PM - 1:25 PM
Effects of Trauma and Trauma Responses (10 minutes)
1:25 PM - 1:35 PM
Effects of Trauma on Identity (10 minutes)
1:35 PM - 1:40 PM
Examples of Active Trauma (with a focus on Jewish Clientele, applicable to all clients) (5 minutes)
1:40 PM - 1:50 PM
Current Situation of Antisemitism and Its Impact on Identity Destabilization (10 minutes)
1:50 PM - 1:55 PM
Introduction to the GUARD SYSTEM (5 minutes)
1:55 PM - 2:05 PM
"G" - Gratitude and G Factor (10 minutes)
2:05 PM - 2:10 PM
Introduce "U" - Unplug to Understanding (5 minutes)
2:10 PM - 2:20 PM
Understanding Our Role as Helper in Active Trauma (10 minutes)
2:20 PM - 2:35 PM
Break (15 minutes)
2:35 PM - 2:45 PM
Countertransference Bias and Limbic Countertransference (10 minutes)
2:45 PM - 2:55 PM
Understanding Clients' Point of View
Check-in Clients' Basic Needs and What to Look Out For
Active Listening Skills (10 minutes)
2:55 PM - 3:00 PM
Intro to "A" - Attitude to Actions (5 minutes)
3:00 PM - 3:10 PM
Acceptance and Attitude (10 minutes)
3:10 PM - 3:20 PM
CBT Critical Brief Interventions (10 minutes)
3:20 PM - 3:30 PM
Breakout Groups for Case Studies (10 minutes)
3:30 PM - 3:35 PM
"R" - Reset to Reconnect
Understanding Why Grounding Exercises Are Important (5 minutes)
3:35 PM - 3:45 PM
Review at Least 2 Particular Grounding Exercises (10 minutes)
3:45 PM - 3:55 PM
Breakout Groups to Practice in Small Groups (10 minutes)
3:55 PM - 4:05 PM
Q&A of Interventions Thus Far (10 minutes)
4:05 PM - 4:10 PM
"D" - Define and Dedication: Viktor Frankl: Making Meaning (5 minutes)
4:10 PM - 4:15 PM
Dedication to Action Plan of Self-Care and Support and Conclusion and Final Q&A
CE Information - Earn 3 CE Credit Hours including
1 Cultural Competency Hour
2 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.
CE Process Info
Each professional is responsible for the individual requirements as stipulated by his/her licensing agency. Please contact your individual licensing board/regulatory agency to review continuing education requirements for licensure renewal. Please note: You must attend "live" (in real-time) to earn CE credits.
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Upon accessing the CE-Go "attendee dashboard", you will be able to:
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- Download your continuing education certificate in a PDF format
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