An introduction to interpersonal trauma, crisis counseling, and models of resiliency. Emphasis on providing evidence-based clinical interventions in interpersonal trauma and crisis situations, including emergencies requiring advocacy, intervention, and support. Topics addressed include sexual trauma, domestic violence, vicarious trauma, psychological first aid, suicide prevention models, and community based prevention and intervention strategies. Counselors’ roles and responsibilities during crises and counselor self-care strategies will be explored. (3 credits)
*Please note that each course description provides only a few examples of what will be covered in each class. Overall, the certificate curriculum will introduce students to a wide range of diverse trauma treatment approaches, modalities, and interventions. Each course will provide in-depth clinical application and examples. For each approach, students will also examine both the possible strengths and limitations of current trauma treatments and learn how to critically evaluate interventions from an evidence-based and integrative perspective.
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