Serve Model Training

SERVE MODEL - A Brain-Based Approach to Complex Trauma

With Bonnie Martin

August 9 & 10

9-5

Christ Chapel Bible Church

Fort Worth, Texas

CEU's Available

DESCRIPTION

This training will examine the importance of a brain-based approach in enhancing the outcomes of working with clients who present with symptoms of complex traumatic stress. The role that brain function plays in mood, memory and behavior will be identified. Special consideration will be given to brain development in childhood and adolescence, and how coping mechanisms for the abnormal stress of human trafficking become maladaptive. Using a synthesized model of neuroscience, attachment theory and evidence-based treatment, you will learn how to more effectively treat the complex traumatic stress of human trafficking.

INSTRUCTION

Instruction by SERVE Model creator, Bonnie Martin, MEd, CACS, LPC

Bonnie Martin specializes in working with victims of complex trauma, violence, exploitation and human trafficking. Bonnie has worked domestically and internationally for 15 years to reduce the effects of trauma on rule of law, interpersonal relationships, and education in stress-affected societies and marginalized populations. Her fieldwork includes the countries of Mexico, India, South Africa, Swaziland, Serbia, Russia, Bolivia, Colombia, Thailand, Haiti, Nepal and the United States.

Bonnie is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Therapist Supervisor in Virginia. She has a BA degree in English from the University of Maryland, a M.Ed. degree in School Counseling from Wilmington University, and a post-graduate Certificate of Advanced Counseling Studies (CACS) from Regent University.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS TRAINING?

This training has been specifically prepared for professionals in the fields of Counseling, Psychology, and Social Work. Professionals in these fields can receive 6 hours of Continuing Education for their attendance. This training will be of specific benefit to all those who are/will be working directly with victims of complex trauma including trafficking survivors in any capacity, and we encourage all related professionals and volunteers to attend. WE WELCOME EVERYONE in the community who wants to learn more about the psychological effects of complex trauma including Parents, Educators, Medical Staff, Clergy, Volunteers, Students etc.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Explain how the fast and slow tracks to the amygdala play a role in complex trauma.
• Understand how brain-based treatment affects different parts of the brain to ameliorate depression, anxiety disorders and traumatic stress.
• Describe the role that attachment plays in the development of affect regulation and mood disorders and how violence, traumatic stress, abuse, and neglect impact brain development, personality development and physical development.
• Explain why the future of treatment necessitates a dynamic understanding of the brain when providing direct victim services.
• Describe the relationship between complex trauma and substance abuse and implications for treatment.
• Differentiate between implicit and explicit memory and their roles in therapy.
• Describe how grounding and other stress tolerance skills can be used when working with victims of complex trauma.
• Explain how victims of complex trauma develop a shame identity.
• Identify important components of self-care.