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Trauma Focused CBT: Healing Through Evidence Based Therapy

This course provides an in-depth exploration of Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), an evidence-based treatment designed to help children and adolescents recover from trauma. Participants will learn the core components of TF-CBT, including psychoeducation, cognitive coping, trauma narrative development, and gradual exposure techniques. Emphasis will be placed on caregiver involvement, cultural sensitivity, and strategies for addressing complex trauma in diverse populations. Through interactive learning, case studies, and role-playing, participants will gain practical skills to implement TF-CBT effectively in clinical settings, ensuring holistic support for both children and their caregivers.

  • On Demand

  • Online-Recorded Webinar

  • 3 hours

    Course duration

  • Resources Included

       All purchases are final

    Course Objectives

    Introduction to TF-CBT: Overview of Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, including its purpose and foundational principles.

    Core Components: Detailed instruction on key TF-CBT elements, such as psychoeducation, relaxation techniques, cognitive coping, and trauma narrative development.

    Trauma Assessment and Case Formulation: Training in trauma-informed assessment methods to develop personalized treatment plans for children and adolescents.

    Cultural Sensitivity: Strategies for adapting TF-CBT interventions to fit the cultural backgrounds and specific needs of diverse populations.

    Caregiver Involvement: Emphasizing the role of caregivers in treatment, including how to equip them with skills to support the child’s healing process.

    Addressing Complex Trauma: Guidance on working with children experiencing multiple, prolonged traumatic events, using advanced TF-CBT techniques.

    Interactive Learning: Engaging activities, case studies, and role-playing exercises to practice and reinforce TF-CBT skills in real-world settings.

    Ethics and Self-Care: Discussion of ethical considerations, therapist self-care, and managing vicarious trauma when working with traumatized children.

    Course Format

    Pre-course quiz: 15 minutes
    Course: 2 hours 30 minutes
    Post-course quiz: 15 minutes

    Target Audience

    This course is suitable for therapists, including clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, school psychologists, and other professionals working in a therapeutic setting with children and adolescents. 

    Certification

    Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive a certificate of completion and 3 CEU credits.This course is approved for 3 Category A Ceus by  the  State Board Of Professional Counselors & Therapists in Maryland.

    Emily Mori, MS, LCPC, NCC, CAS, ADHD-CCSP

    I am uniquely skilled in working with individuals with developmental disabilities. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults who are experiencing challenges with academics, parenting, family dynamics, transitions, and regulatory and behavioral issues. 
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