Training & presentations

Presentations and trainings can be tailored to fit time requirements for your agency or work group. Comprehensive trainings around domestic violence education, program development for group work addressing issues of family violence, or work with Veterans are available. 

Some examples of current presentations include: 

DV 101 & 102 - Understanding the Cycle of Abuse and the “Why’s” Behind Abusive behaviors

Provides clear information around the types of abuse and how it appears as patterns, or cycles, within relationships. Overview of the impact of mental health, trauma, and intergenerational family experiences on communication, conflict resolution and individual core beliefs of love and relationship. Many trainings can and do include a family law system lens as many families impacted by domestic violence and family abuse have providers or court agents involved in their healing and stabilization process.

Working with Individuals Who Intentionally Harm

Understand the components for effective programming for men who use abuse, including considerations for outcome objectives and barriers for success. Learn about the impact of systems, mental and chemical health and cultural expectations on the client's you serve. Explore the "why's"of the abuse and how the experiences of trauma, shame, and family of origin impact the development of abusive behaviors. 

Successful Arguing

As a primary factor in the toxicity of relationships, communication repair is key to healing homes and reducing intentionally hurtful behavior. Evaluating where and how breakdowns occur,  and how unhealthy patterns are reinforced is a first step to  creating a more effective way of resolving conflict. Through role plays and dyadic work, participants will have an active role in practicing tools and skills necessary for learning how to argue - successfully.

Working with Court-Involved Families

Overview of how families access Family Court, and the internal systems contained within. Exploring the different roles, from Attorneys to GALS, to ADR providers. Identifying assessment and resource opportunities for collaboration and continuity of care with your clients. Understanding protective orders in practice, and how to navigate confidentiality.

Additional presentations can be tailored to fit organizational needs.