Healing begins with understanding. In this Trauma-Aware workshop, learn from Lived Experience Facilitators to explore the science of trauma and the nervous system, gaining deeper insight into your experiences, or those you love.

Through a compassionate, evidence-informed lens, we unpack how trauma impacts the brain and body while offering practical strategies to empower you to connect with self-compassion, resilience, and meaningful connection.

You will leave with valuable tools to support your own healing and strengthen supportive relationships—empowered with knowledge, connection, and a renewed sense of possibility.

What You’ll Explore

- How trauma shapes thoughts, feelings, and daily life – Learn how past experiences influence emotions, behaviors, and reactions, often in ways we don’t immediately recognize.

- Why understanding trauma can help us navigate life’s ups and downs – Discover how awareness and knowledge empower us to respond with greater resilience, empathy, and self-compassion.

- Simple ways to make spaces feel safer and more supportive – Explore small but meaningful changes that create environments where people feel seen, heard, and valued.

- Understanding the neurobiological and psychological impact of trauma – Dive into how trauma affects the brain, nervous system, and overall well-being, shaping the way we respond to stress and relationships.

- Practical strategies for supporting yourself and others – Gain concrete tools to foster connection, validation, and confidence in both personal and professional interactions.

- Learning from experienced facilitators with lived experience – Gain real-world insight from professionals who understand trauma firsthand, offering deeply informed, compassionate guidance that resonates with both personal and professional challenges.

Join us in a warm, welcoming space to explore suicide prevention through the lens of Lived Experience. Guided by personal insights and real stories, this workshop offers a compassionate and practical approach to understanding crisis responses, key statistics, and the power of human connection.

Together, we'll learn how important a sense of belonging and community are in suicide prevention, how to navigate difficult conversations with confidence and care, foster safe and supportive communities, and be part of the collective effort to reduce suicide rates through understanding, empathy, and action.

What You’ll Learn:

- Understanding Key Statistics – Gain insight into current suicide prevention research, helping to shape effective interventions and responses.

- The Science Behind Suicide Prevention – Learn about the neurological and psychological factors influencing crisis responses, providing a foundation for informed support.

- Building Safe & Connected Communities – Explore the importance of connection in resilience and healing, ensuring people feel supported in times of distress.

- Navigating Conversations with Confidence – Develop your skills to approach suicide-related discussions with sensitivity, clarity, and compassion. Learn actionable techniques to assist someone in distress, ensuring safety and care in challenging moments.

- Reducing Stigma & Raising Awareness – Explore ways to shift perspectives, break down misconceptions, and advocate for compassionate mental health support.

- Lived Experience Perspectives – Hear firsthand insights from a survivor, offering real-world understanding and deep emotional connection to suicide prevention.

Together, we can create a world where understanding, connection, and compassion make a lasting difference in suicide prevention.

Trauma shapes how people experience the world—and as human services professionals, we have the opportunity to respond with compassion and understanding. This engaging, practical training introduces key trauma-informed principles, equipping you with the knowledge and tools to foster safe, supportive environments for both clients and colleagues.

Through simple, real-world strategies, you’ll learn how to integrate a trauma-aware approach into your work, helping to create spaces where healing and trust can flourish.

What You’ll Explore:

- Understanding the neurobiological and psychological impact of trauma – Explore how trauma affects brain development, emotional regulation, and behavioral responses. Gain insight into the long-term effects on cognition, relationships, and overall well-being.

- The value of trauma-informed perspectives in service delivery – Learn how incorporating a trauma-aware approach improves client outcomes, enhances engagement, and fosters trust in professional settings. Discover the importance of language, safety, and emotional responsiveness.

- Evidence-based strategies for creating safe and supportive spaces – Examine proven methods to cultivate environments that prioritize psychological and physical safety. Understand how small adjustments in communication and structure can make a significant impact on healing and recovery.

- Strengthened ability to provide trauma-sensitive support – Develop skills to approach client interactions with empathy and awareness.

- Refined techniques for managing complex situations – Gain insight into responding to distress and challenges with confidence

- Increased competence in fostering therapeutic connections – Learn approaches to build trust and stability in supportive relationships.

This foundational training provides human services professionals with actionable tools to create compassionate, effective, and trauma-informed support systems.

Press pause and reconnect with your body’s natural rhythms. This trauma-aware workshop is designed to help you understand how stress affects your nervous system and discover practical strategies to restore balance.

Through the lens of Lived Experience, you’ll gain tools to cultivate resilience, calm, and a greater sense of control over your wellbeing. Whether navigating daily stress or seeking deeper emotional regulation, this session offers a reset for mind and body—empowering you to move forward with confidence.

What You’ll Explore:

- What is your nervous system? – Your body's command center, regulating emotions, reactions, and energy. Understanding it helps you recognize stress responses and regain balance.

- How does it affect daily life? – Your nervous system influences how you experience emotions, process stress, and react to challenges. Learning its patterns helps you navigate life with more ease.

- How do you nurture it? – Simple techniques like breathwork, movement, and sensory grounding can help regulate your nervous system, promoting calm, resilience, and control over your well-being.

This workshop offers clear, accessible insights to help you navigate stress with confidence—so you can feel better equipped for whatever life brings!