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Mandatory Workshops
Mandatory Foundations
Relearning the World after Loss and Trauma: Foundations for a Loss-Informed Practice
Presenter: Valarie Molaison, PhD
This workshop will arm participants with perspectives and tools to create a
loss- and trauma-informed approach
to clinical work. Whether one chooses to specialize in these areas or not, all clinicians need a working knowledge about the human response to loss and trauma, given their common occurrence and potential to impact lives
dramatically. Participants will be challenged to broaden their perspectives on what loss is as they explore major types of loss, tasks of grieving, disenfranchised grief, the connections between loss and trauma, and major
theoretical perspectives on trauma and loss.
Mandatory Ethics
Topic/Presenter Varies
Previous Ethics Workshops:
What You Need to Know about Mandated Reporting: Ethical and Legal Considerations
Linda Knauss, PhD, ABPP
There have been significant changes to the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law that became effective in May of 2007. The purpose of this workshop is to outline these changes and their impact on the mandated reporting of suspected child abuse. In addition, all of the requirements for mandated reporting will be reviewed, including elder abuse, domestic abuse, and impaired drivers. Strategies to minimize the negative effects of making a report of suspected abuse will be considered. Case examples will be provided for illustration and discussion. Participants are invited to discuss ethical and clinical dilemmas from their own practices as well.
Addressing Boundary Issues in Traumatized Clients: Ethical and Clinical Considerations
Linda Knauss, PhD, ABPP
Therapeutic boundaries are the rules of the professional relationship. The purpose of these rules is to provide structure and safety in order to prevent harm to clients. However, not every boundary crossing is a problem, and some boundary crossings may even be helpful. One important variable in considering the harm to a client when boundaries are crossed is whether the client has been a victim of trauma or abuse. These experiences often cause ambivalence with regard to trust in interpersonal relationships. This workshop will provide the opportunity to discuss ethical dilemmas related to boundary issues such as the use of self-disclosure, accepting gifts, therapeutic touch, non-traditional settings for therapy, and non-sexual relationships after termination. The importance of consultation will also be emphasized. Participants are invited to discuss ethical dilemmas from their own practices.
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