Understanding Trauma Through the Neurosequential Perspective:
Implications for Treatment
Toxic stress is a public health problem that affects every sector of society. So, from healthcare
providers to educators, justice systems to social workers, and media to corporations,
everyone, not just clinical staff, can benefit from this training.
To be mentally healthy, our brains acquire skills and knowledge in a very sequential way.
Trauma or stress can interupt that sequencing. Over time, those development gaps can result
in a person unable to effectively navigate their day. By understanding how trauma and stress
impact the brain’s responses, we can better guide people toward successful outcomes.
Based on the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics© (NMT), developed by Dr. Bruce Perry,
this training focuses on brain development, how trauma disrupts the process, and sets the
stage for developing trauma-informed, developmentally sensitive treatment approaches.
Emphasis is on the methods of regulation, environmental factors for successful therapeutic
experiences, and sequency developmentally matched interventions. Participants will be
more effective in helping families and children impacted by trauma.
Brain science is a fast-growing area of focus for those working with individuals who
have been exposed to childhood adversity. Understanding the stress response system
and circumstances that impact functioning is critical when trying to support growth and
development. Participants delve deeper into both brain science and the impact of stress
and trauma and learn additional skills to help individuals reach their greatest potential.
Objectives:
- Learn how the brain’s development is impacted by trauma during early childhood and the effect that has on relational capacity as the child matures
- Discover how healthy and unhealthy relationships contribute to a person’s ability to regulate and achieve long-term success
- Understand how to create an environment that’s conducive to healthy
development and learning
5 CEU hours | Free Virtual Training
TO REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GCUnderstandingTraumaRegistration.
The funding that supports this free training is provided by Boone County Children’s Service Fund.
