Basics of Trauma-Related Dissociation
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Description
“Dissociation” isn’t just a new buzzword: it’s a very real protective mechanism that prevents many trauma survivors from being present in their lives. Join this introductory workshop to learn more about dissociation as a trauma response, how to assess for it, and how you can help your clients cope and become grounded.
Target Audience
- Counselor
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Psychologist
- Social Worker
- Substance Use Disorder Professionals
Presenters
Laura DeSantis, LPCC is a San Francisco-based integrative psychotherapist specializing in anxiety, panic, and trauma in adults. She is trained in EMDR and completed the UC Berkeley Extension Professional Program in Trauma-Informed Interventions in 2021. Laura received her Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from the University of Pennsylvania in 2014. She is a National Certified Counselor through the National Board for Certified Counselors.