National Training Center

EMDR - Part 2
2024-04-29 08:00 - 2024-05-03 14:00 UTC | National Training Center, 2023 Lucas Drive, Dallas, Texas, 75219, United States
Hosting Trauma Support Services of North Texas
CLOSED EVENT

In Her Shoes Training for Counselors, Advocates, OTs
2024-04-26 09:00 - 11:00 | National Training Center, 2023 Lucas Drive, Dallas, Texas, 75219, United States
Hosting Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support
CLOSED EVENT

Am I Crazy? Understanding Gaslighting and Its Impact on Survivors
2024-04-25 11:30 - 13:00 | Webinar
This is a virtual event: Click HERE to register.
Description:

We hear the term gaslighting used increasingly these days, but do we really understand the effect of this type of emotional abuse? This workshop delves into the insidious world of gaslighting and its influence on survivors, particularly those who have endured Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). By going beyond the surface of the popular term, participants will gain insight into recognizing gaslighting techniques and their impact on individuals, including common negative cognitions survivors face. Clinicians, lawyers, advocates, and other professionals will walk away with the knowledge and tools they need to understand and support those who have experienced this type of abuse. The presenter will empower participants to become effective allies in supporting survivors’ journey to healing and reclaiming their identities.
Speaker:

Whitney Ball, LMSW Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support
Whitney Ball is a licensed Women’s and Children’s Therapist at Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support, focusing on women and children who have experienced domestic violence. With multiple years of experience serving clients, Ms. Ball provides a safe and nurturing environment for survivors to explore their trauma, build resilience, and reclaim their lives. Prior to her therapeutic work, Ms. Ball held multiple roles at national mental health advocacy organizations, advocating for policy changes and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health.

Coerced Debt Training
2024-04-22 10:00 - 2024-04-23 14:00 | National Training Center, 2023 Lucas Drive, Dallas, Texas, 75219, United States
Hosting Texas Appleseed
CLOSED EVENT

Dallas Children's Advocacy Center Training
2024-04-19 10:00 - 12:00 | National Training Center, 2023 Lucas Drive, Dallas, Texas, 75219, United States

Lunch & Learn: An Interfaith Panel on Spirituality and Domestic Violence
2024-03-28 11:30 - 13:00 | Webinar
Description: Many survivors of domestic violence turn to their faith leaders and communities to find support. A survivor’s spirituality and values can provide comfort and guidance on their path towards healing. Yet, many helping professionals may not fully understand every spiritual outlook or religion. Join us for this interfaith panel to learn what faith traditions and holy writings teach about intimate partner violence. The panelists will share how they are doing their part to help survivors find safety and spiritual peace. Panelists will also provide insight on the religious considerations professionals may need when working with a survivor of various faiths.
Speaker(s):
Ariela Goldstein | Sr. Director of Clinical Services Emerita Jewish Family Services
Reverand Camille May | Associate Minister, Director of Pastoral Care Highland Park United Methodist Church
Saadia Ahmed | Nonprofit Consultant Talem Consulting
Organization: Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support
CEUs: 1.5 for LPC, SW, LMFT
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SXQXPwZSQK6zYuYlNpjq-w#/registration

Leading from Alongside: How Faith Leaders Can Support Survivors of Abuse
2024-03-19 09:00 - 16:00 | National Training Center, 2023 Lucas Drive, Dallas, Texas, 75219, United States
This training will introduce faith community leaders, including clergy and lay leaders to the dynamics of abuse, discuss trauma informed care, and review techniques to empower survivors as a faith leader.
Speaker: Suzanne Holsomback
Organization: Santolina Consulting

EMDR - Part 1
2024-03-04 09:00 - 2024-03-08 17:00 | National Training Center, 2023 Lucas Drive, Dallas, Texas, 75219, United States
Description: Pending
Speaker(s): Pending
Organization: TSSNT

Expert Witness 101
2024-02-28 - 2024-03-01 | National Training Center, 2023 Lucas Drive, Dallas, Texas, 75219, United States
Research has demonstrated the usefulness of expert testimony in cases involving crimes of interpersonal violence. Research also indicates that Judges favorably consider expert witnesses who testify about interpersonal violence. This training provides participants with an introduction to the knowledge and skill set needed to professionally and ethically use or serve as an expert witness: benchmarks for establishing “expertise” before serving as or employing expert witnesses; and ethical, personal, and professional benefits of serving as, or utilizing, experts for case consultation and in the trial. Ethical strategies for assessing expert competency and qualifying expert witnesses in cases involving interpersonal violence will be discussed, as well as challenging case facts that experts can help factfinders understand, within the context of interpersonal violence.
The Institute for Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault, a program of UT Austin, will present a 90 minute training on using expert witnesses in sexual assault cases. This training is geared towards advocates wanting to learn the basics of expert witness testimony.
Presenter: Margaret Bassett, LPC-S, Director of Applied Research & Innovative Instruction
The University of Texas at Austin, Steve Hicks School of Social Work, Institute on Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault
Cost: Free
Please note the morning session and afternoon session are the same content. You can select either morning or afternoon.

Link for the 9 – 10:30 am 90 minute EW training – Dallas SART AM Registration Link
Link for the 1:00 – 2:30 pm 90 minute EW training – Dallas SART PM Registration Link

EMDR Basic Training - Pt. 2
2024-02-28 09:00 - 2024-03-01 17:30 | National Training Center, 2023 Lucas Drive, Dallas, Texas, 75219, United States
This training will teach the theoretical framework of EMDR, including the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model, and the principles and concepts of EMDR therapy. The speaker will teach practical skills, including how to effectively use bilateral stimulation and how to assess and manage client readiness and safety during EMDR sessions. As an attendee you will receive experiential training through supervised practice sessions to gain hands-on experience in using EMDR techniques, both as a therapist and as a client. This training will cover how to use EMDR therapy with developmentally appropriate adaptations for children and adolescents, while also including information for how to use with adults.
Speaker: Viviana Triana

Trauma-Informed Care for Attorneys
2024-02-27 08:30 - 17:30 | National Training Center, 2023 Lucas Drive, Dallas, Texas, 75219, United States
Trauma-Informed Care has become a buzz word in fields that interact with victims and survivors of gender-based violence, but what does that actually mean? In this all-day training, we will aim to provide realistic, practical, and applicable information regarding the assessment of, intervention of, and support of victims of Domestic Violence. Specifically, we will provide training in the areas of DV 101 to help attorneys better understand the dynamics of domestic violence. We will discuss how trauma impacts the brain, causing neurological responses as well as counter-intuitive behaviors. We will also cover effective communication and intervention when working with victims of domestic violence, as it relates to their readiness for change. Finally, we will end with a conversation about the effect of vicarious trauma on our ability to continue in this work
Speakers: Ruth Guerreiro & Jordyn Lawson
Organization: Texas Bar Foundation & Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support

Full Court Press Expert Witness Training
2024-02-12 09:00 - 2024-02-14 17:30 | National Training Center, 2023 Lucas Drive, Dallas, Texas, 75219, United States
Invitation ONLY
Organization: IDVSA

Protective Orders & Advanced Safety Planning
2024-01-23 08:30 - 12:00
Advanced Safety Planning
Participants will learn how to help survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault create an individualized plan to help reduce the risks they and their children face. This presentation will move beyond the basic safety plan and identify unique circumstances that require additional safety precautions and the best practices to employ.
Understanding Protective Orders in Texas
This training explains the different types of protective orders, how they work, and how they can be utilized to improve survivor safety and to prevent future violence. This workshop also discusses the changes and additions made to protective orders as mandated in the last legislative session. This presentation will cover Family Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking, Trafficking Protective Orders, and Emergency Protective Orders.
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EMDR Basic Training - Pt. 1
2023-12-13 09:00 - 2023-12-15 17:30 | National Training Center, 2023 Lucas Drive, Dallas, Texas, 75219, United States
