Occupational Awareness Training for Therapists - Level 2
Date and time
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No Refunds
Description
This one time, two-day event will feature a variety of recognized experts in the field of trauma, resiliency and healing, with a specific application to members of public safety personnel and their families.
This conference is suitable for all healthcare professionals. Participants do not require our level 1 course to attend.
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The Impact of Grief and Shame in Psychological Injury
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Finding Wisdom in the Wound
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Crossing the Cultural Divide: Enhancing Therapeutic Engagement and Impact on First Responders
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Self-Regulation Strategies for Processing Trauma
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Culturally Competent Strategies for Post-Traumatic Growth Among Public Safety Personnel
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Transitioning from Work to Home Life: Strategies to Emotionally Decontaminate from the Workplace
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Reclaiming Self: When Social and Organizational Value Systems Compromise Individuality
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Providing Treatment for Individuals Experiencing Substance Abuse in Safety Sensitive Positions
Confirmed speakers include:
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Duncan Shields, Ph.D., Clinical Lead, The BC Fire Fighter Resiliency Program
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David Kuhl, M.D., Men’s Health Research at UBC
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Nicole Marcia, MA, Trauma Sensitive Yoga Facilitator
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Ross Laird, Ph.D., Author, Clinical Consultant and Educator
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Megan McElerhan, Ph.D. Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Clinic Lead
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Mark Davies, Ph.D. Paramedic Resiliency
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Art Wdolyka, M.A., Police Officer and Mental Health Clinician
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Matt Johnston, M.Ed., Fire Fighter and Mental Health Clinician
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Jennifer Melamed, M.D., Precision Medical Monitoring
*Bonus Interview via Zoom with:
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Rick Hanson, Ph.D., Author, Hardwiring Happiness & Buddha’s Brain
Attendees can expect a combination of individual presentations and moderated panel discussions with questions from the audience. Presenters will be available at breaks and at lunch time to interact and answer questions from attendees.