Somatic Support Strategies for Foster Youth Parts 1 & 2

Klasey Consulting is partnering with Lincoln Families to bring this training Somatic Support Strategies for Foster Youth Parts 1 & 2 . to Alameda, Solano, Mendocino, Lake, Contra Costa, Humboldt, Tuolumne and Calaveras providers." The majority of system-involved youth have experienced numerous traumas and experienced numerous adversities. Given the chronic exposure to trauma, stress and adversity, it’s imperative social service providers, foster parents and natural supports understand how stress is stored in our bodies, not just in our minds. Often, the approach is to “talk it out” or refer the youth to talk therapy. While this is helpful, it’s essential to address how trauma impacts the body. The training will provide an overview of somatic strategies and ways providers can utilize them with system-involved youth and transitional age youth when they struggle depression, anxiety and PTSD.

The learning objectives are:

• Participants will be able to describe how trauma, stress and adversity impacts the body
• Participants will be able to identify at least 1 somatic support strategy for trauma survivors

• Participants will be able to identify at least 1 somatic strategy to support individuals struggling with anxiety.

Please note that in order to register for these FREE trainings your organization must directly work with foster, adoptive or probation involved children, youth and their families in Alameda, Solano, Mendocino, Lake, Contra Costa, Humboldt, Tuolumne and Calaveras only. Caregivers, including resource families, who serve youth in the above-mentioned counties are also eligible. Participants outside of these areas aren't eligible and will not receive the zoom link.

This training is being facilitated by Dr. Phatiphong of Klasey Consulting LLC. You can learn more about Klasey Consulting at www.klaseyconsulting.com. You can follow us on Instagram @klaseyconsulting to stay informed about upcoming trainings and resources.

Dr. Phatiphong is a registered psychological associate with 6 years of counseling experience in clinical and social service settings. She has experience in working with clients struggling with trauma and crisis, substance abuse, learning disabilities, homelessness, and low and high functioning client populations. She is trained in substance abuse, Seeking Safety, TF-CBT, Motivational Interview, Crisis Prevention Intervention, Trauma Resiliency Model, and psychological assessments.

Host or Publisher If you work with Alameda County youth and young adults, join the training