CPTSD Foundation
Continuing Education
Professional trauma-informed trainings and continuing education for trauma-recovery coaches.
Become a more confident and equipped trauma-recovery coach
Continuing education is always important, no matter what field you’re in. For Trauma-Recovery Coaches, having access to new techniques and information can make all the difference for both you and your clients.
Getting your certification is a great first step, but what happens after graduation?
We’re here to help, with trauma-informed continuing education for coaches.
Read on to learn more and get started, and as an inaugural member of this program, you’ll be able to take advantage of a 20% discount!Â
Your Facilitator
Erena DiGonis, LCSW-R, CHC
I am Erena, a licensed clinical social worker, certified health coach, and anxiety and complex trauma specialist. Â I have dedicated my career to learning and immersing myself in an integrative blend of research driven trauma informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Theory, Mindfulness, Somatic Experiencing, Brainspotting, and so much more.
I have a unique and diverse perspective and approach. Twenty-one years of practical and professional experience as an active clinician, teacher, and supervisor coupled with health coach skills and wellness content creation. All of this adds up to my ability to offer advanced training, tools, delivered with zero judgment in a nurturing safe space.
I continue to be directly involved in the work not only by treating clients in my practice but also clinically supervising dozens of clinicians from all walks of life. I am deeply inspired by the work of Dr. Peter Levine, Dr. David Grand, Dr. Judith Beck, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, Dr. Arielle Schwartz, Dr. Pat Ogden, Dr. Brene Brown, and so many others.
All the basics
If you have a question that isn’t covered in these FAQs, please contact us directly and we’ll be happy to assist.
Who is this program for?
This program is for trauma-recovery coaches who are looking for more training and experience on complex trauma treatment, and a case study group. All levels of experience are welcome.
How does this program work?
- Monthly consultation group with trainees (3 Sessions total)
- The 90-minute group will be divided into 2 parts: the first 30 minutes are dedicated to skill and theory building. The rest of the of the session will be case reviews and support.
- Downloadable resources that focus specifically on the topics covered in each session.
- Recording of first 30 minutes for future review (we cannot record the supervision part due to the confidential information that is shared within the group).
- Those who cannot attend live can submit questions by email.
- We incorporate clinical skills in concrete tools and tangible takeaways into each supervision session.
- A safe and judgment free space for you to grow.
What you'll learn
- How to create a trauma-informed case conceptualization including preverbal, attachment, and complex trauma.
- Ground in the essential concept of working within a Window of Tolerance
- Discover symptoms of un-discharged traumatic stress.
- Explore Polyvagal Theory and nervous system regulation
- Integrate a bottom up and top down approach
- Practice embodiment and mindfulness tools
- Resourcing and stabilizing trauma responses
- Implementing Co-regulation and attunement
- Self-care for vicarious trauma and comopassion fatigue
- Much more!
Schedule and class size
- Limited to a maximum of 25 per group.
- 3 month program.
- Live 90 minute Zoom call on the 4th Thursday of each month, 2pm eastern.
- A registration form will included at the bottom of this page for upcoming classes.
Requirements and Tuition
- Currently have a Trauma-Recovery Coach Training and/or Certification, or in the process of working towards certifications.
- A commitment to ongoing training in trauma-informed practice.
- A commitment to exploring your own internal experience in the treatment process.
- Tuition: $175.00. This fee covers the cost of the training for the entire 3 month program:
- Total of 3 group calls, 90 minutes each, with your Facilitator and cohort for the program. Calls include 30 minutes of trauma education and 60 minutes of case consultation.
- Ability to submit case study details to your Facilitator for discussion before each call.
- Live calls are monthly on the 4th Thursday of the month, at 2pm eastern, via Zoom.
- Access to recordings of teaching portion during each monthly call.
- As an inagural member of this program, you’ll have access to a 20% discount off the program rate; a savings of $35!
Course Introduction
Let's Get Started!
Class sizes are a max of 25 participants. Registration will remain open until March 21st, 2023 at 11:59pm eastern, or until the maximum number of participants is reached.
Call dates for the Q2 program are March 23rd, April 27th, & May 25th. (4th Thursday of each month)
This program is held once per quarter; registration for the Q3 2023 program will open in April.
