LGBTQ+ youth are at elevated risk for experiencing additional traumas that are specifically or in part related to their sexual orientation and/or gender identity and expression (SOGIE).  This workshop will examine the integration of the Family Acceptance Project’s (FAP) Family support Model into TF-CBT to better meet the needs of LGBTQI+ youth and families.  We will identify ways to implement the phases and components of the model through strengths-based, resiliency-building approaches with an emphasis on enhancing the caregiver’s potential to be sources of support for the youth.

This 5-hour training will provide mental health professionals with an understanding of telehealth delivery of Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Topics covered will include: (1) specific tailoring of TF-CBT components for a telehealth delivery format, (2), demonstration of how to utilize electronic resources to deliver TFCBT components via telehealth and (3) procedures and workflow considerations for telehealth delivery of TF-CBT.

TFCBT is an evidence-based treatment for child abuse and has been shown to be effective with complex trauma. The purpose of this presentation is to provide information on complex trauma as well as specific ways to adapt TFCBT for use with children and adolescents who have a complex PTSD presentation. Specific emphasis will be placed on how clinicians assess for complex trauma; safety and stabilization techniques; engagement in exposure; and processing grief. Participants will be encouraged to share case examples and engage in experiential exercises that will enhance their skills.

This webinar series will review NCA’s 10 required and 3 optional standards for Accreditation, which go into effect on January 1st, 2023. Each webinar will review the individual essential components for each standard, and provide practical ways for CACs to meet the requirements

Come enjoy some playful time while also enhancing your TFCBT skills with children and adolescents! Keeping ourselves and our clients engaged in trauma work can be a challenge. Utilizing play and play materials across all components of TFCBT helps add creativity and new affective associations to the trauma material. During this advanced TFCBT training, we will be discussing and practicing creative, playful ways to teach coping skills; facilitate a narrative; process the trauma and engage caregivers in this work. No matter the age, play, laughter and creativity can enhance the use of TFCBT and create a foundation of self-care for clinicians. Please come and bring your favorite books or play materials to share so we can all leave energized and ready to play!

The Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) training is appropriate for Master’s level therapists and above or those who are working on a Master’s degree and providing mental health services under the supervision of a licensed professional. TF-CBT has more data (26 + randomized trials and a number of quasi-experimental studies) to support the model’s effectiveness in helping children and families overcome the impact of child abuse and trauma than any other therapy model available. TF-CBT has been recognized by the federal government as a model program and is included on numerous websites for evidence-based practices.