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Trauma Informing the 12 Steps: Empowerment in Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery
December 16, 2018
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Trauma Training on Sunday!
(3 CEUs)
Trauma Informing the 12 Steps:
Empowerment in Substance Misuse & Addiction Recovery
December 16, 2018
1:30pm – 4:30pm
Rosedale Library 
6105 Kenwood Avenue
Rosedale, MD 21237
Includes Refreshments (Healthy and Not-So Healthy) and Free Parking!
Clients living with substance misuse & addiction often have histories of emotional, physical and/or sexual trauma. The 12 Step groups AA and NA are the most widespread and available peer support groups for addiction recovery, though some language of the 12 Steps may be contraindicated for survivors of trauma.
This training provides an introduction to broadened definitions of trauma with examples throughout the lifespan. We will review the key principles of Trauma Informed Care by SAMHSA. Participants will also explore the relationship between unhealed trauma and the development of substance use disorders through an overview of the Adverse Childhood Experiences Study (ACES). We will analyze language of the 12 steps through a trauma informed lens, offering alternative language options to promote healing empowerment & prevent re-traumatization; Attendees will come away with resources to refer clients seeking peer support alternatives to 12 step. **This Training is Not Affiliated with AA, NA or any 12 Step program or entity** (Trainer, Eryca Kasse, LICSW, Founder, CHOICES in Healing & Recovery, LLC)
Venue: Rosedale Library
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Description:
The Library is located in the Kenwood Shopping Center.
Handicap Accessible, Free Parking