FREE WEBINAR
Psychological First Aid
Monday, August 12th, from 8:30-11:45AM EDT
3 CE Credits
Presented by Laura Epstein, Psy.D. and Celeste Peart, MA
Program Brochure
Description
As disasters become more prevalent and science indicates this trend will continue, skills for the provision of appropriate psychological support for survivors are crucial. This interactive workshop will cover trauma responses and effective support after a crisis or disaster. The focus will be to help mental health providers connect with, assess and support survivors through the provision of psychological first aid. Additional focus will be on special considerations for cultural and age groups and the ways that they may experience and express trauma and/or engage in psychological support services. Time will be given to practice skills, recognize survivors that need referral for professional services, and to discuss the importance of self-care. Participation in this workshop will help mental health providers learn to provide appropriate evidence-informed, non-therapeutic support immediately after a crisis or disaster event has been experienced.
Learning Objectives
·Define trauma and identify trauma responses
·Define and practice psychological first aid
·Identify groups needing special attention
·Identify self-care strategies
DPA offers this continuing education workshop through grant funding received from the American Rescue Plan Act.
