The Trauma Connection

Training & Consultation Services

The Trauma Connection

Introduction to Neurobiology of Trauma

Virtual or In-Person

60 Minutes

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Introduction to basic brain functions, how victims respond under the perception of threat and stress (acute reactions), and how service providers can better help victims based on this knowledge.

This training is appropriate for those with no knowledge and those with intermediate knowledge in neurobiology and trauma.

Perfect For:

Audiences who may benefit from this training include service providers in the fields of:

  • Law Enforcement and Legal Justice
  • Healthcare
  • Victim Services
  • News Media and Journalism
  • Education
  • Mental Health and Social Work
  • First Responders

What You’ll Learn:

  • Acute, Chronic, and Complex Trauma
  • Types of Traumatic Events/Experiences
  • Basic Neurobiology
    • Memory formation
    • Self-Protection Habits
    • Substance Effects
  • Understanding of Victim Reactions
  • Victim/Perpetrator Dynamics

What You’ll Receive:

Certificate of Completion

Trauma-Informed Care

Virtual or In-person

60 Minutes

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Trauma-Informed care is a principle of best practice that assumes that our clients, customers, or patients are more likely than not to have a history of trauma. Therefore, service providers should be thoughtful about how we interact with those we serve and how a history of trauma may play a role in those services.

This training may be adjusted based on audience knowledge level. For example, for those with little to no prior training or education in Trauma-Informed Care, discussion would focus on foundational knowledge, principles, and practices. More advanced trainings would focus on integrating trauma-informed care into agency and organization practices and policies.

Perfect For:

There are three main tracks for this training:

  • Victim Advocacy Organizations
  • Healthcare Service Providers
  • Law Enforcement

What You’ll Learn:

Learning objectives for this course are based on knowledge level and track. To find out more, please submit a request through the contact page.

What You’ll Receive:

Certificate of Completion

Compassion Fatigue

Best In-Person

2 Hours

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Compassion Fatigue has many names: Vicarious Trauma, Secondary Traumatic Stress, Burnout… But the overall definition is the fatigue that occurs when those in helping professions take on the suffering of those who have experienced extreme stress or trauma (Charles R. Figley, PhD, founder of the Traumatology Institute at Tulane University).

Compassion Fatigue can happen to anyone and should be a concern of both professionals in the field as well as organizations. Finding good coping strategies and having self-care plans and practices in place can help individuals and organizations function professionally, ethically, and in a way that best serves victims.

Perfect For:

  • Victim Advocates
  • Law Enforcement
  • Social Workers
  • Healthcare Workers
  • First Responders

What You’ll Learn:

  • What is Compassion Fatigue?
  • Signs and Symptoms
  • Stress Management and Coping Assessment Tools
  • Self-Care Practices
    • Visualization Techniques
    • Progressive Muscle Relaxation
    • Breath Work
  • Prevention Plans

What You’ll Receive:

Certificate of Completion

Consultation Services

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Training Consultation

Some training curricula are eligible for an additional hour of organization/setting-specific training and consultation in the topic area. For example, a clinic receiving training in trauma-informed care may use an additional hour of training consultation to audit current organizational policies and practices, develop new ones, and/or create implementation plans. As another example, a hospital may request trauma-informed care training for all staff with additional consultation by unit to tailor trauma-informed practices to an emergency setting versus a pediatric setting.

Ongoing Consultation

Organizations may also request ongoing consultation and mentorship in program or product development, evaluation, trauma-informed care, and service implementation. Ongoing consultation allows organizations to be intentional about their work and ensure they routinely evaluate for quality, impact, and equity.

Learn more about our training and consultation services below:

About The Trauma Connection’s Services:

Shelby is available for collaboration, consultation, and training.

Services are offered through virtual platforms worldwide and in-person across Northern and Central California. Location is subject to change and Shelby is open to compensated travel.

The majority of trainings can be completed in 1-3 hours. Trainees and collaborators include people who regularly interact with individuals who may have a history of trauma.

While new training curriculum is always being developed, if you or your staff are looking for a specific topic area, please reach out via the contact form. Shelby is always open to creating custom training curriculum.

Current Collaborations

Neurobiology of Trauma &
Trauma-Informed Medical Care
USCG Training Center
Petaluma, CA

Johnson & Johnson Nursing Innovation Fellowship
Olympic Medical Center (OMC)
Port Angeles, WA

Trauma-informed Care is Health Equity; Trauma-Informed Medical Care: Serving LGBTQIA+ Patients
Washington State Medical Association (WSMA)

Law Enforcement Victim Interviews – Trauma-Informed Red Flags Tip Sheet
Boardman Consulting

Trauma-Informed Practices
Curriculum Development – University of Florida, graduate course in College of Public Health and Health Professions

What people are saying…

“Thank you Shelby for taking the time to come talk to the staff. We all learned a lot and I would highly recommend this to any bar staff across the county“
– Chris DiMattia, Recovery Room Tavern

“The insights we gained will undoubtedly enhance our delivery of care, ensuring a more supportive and understanding environment for all patients. A heartfelt thanks to Shelby for sharing her in-depth knowledge and experience with us. We look forward to integrating these learnings into our daily practice.“
– Travis Fender, USCG Chief Paramedic and Former White House EMS

“Shelby’s training saved lives“
– Guidance Counselor, Charleston Collegiate School

“Shelby provided vital information in a skillful and inclusive way“
– Gina Fino, Physician

What does it cost to host a training?

Training and training consultation are priced according to a standard rate, per hour. This includes time to develop materials, prepare, travel, set up, present, clean up, and provide valuable training feedback. In addition to the standard rate, direct cost of materials or travel expenses may be added.

Fees for ongoing consultation services may be adjusted to a retainer or per project/product structure and depend on the novelty and complexity of the efforts.

Rates reflect Shelby’s significant expertise and experience. Non-profit, 501C3 organizations, are eligible for discounts. Grant-funded limitations are also taken into consideration.

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