AHS Member Opportunity: THE IMPACT OF TRAUMA, plus Clinician Self-Care & Resource Fair
Trauma-Informed Care: Supporting Clients and Ourselves
Friday, June 13 · 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM CDT
Recovery Centers of America at St. Charles
41W400 Silver Glen Road St. Charles, IL 60175
About the Workshop
Join us for a 5-hour, in-person professional training designed for clinicians working in behavioral health and substance use recovery. This workshop will focus on the fundamentals of trauma-informed care—how to recognize trauma responses, communicate effectively with clients, and prioritize self-care to prevent burnout and compassion fatigue.
More information and registration here.
Continuing Education (CEUs) 4 CEUs included for:
Social Workers & Counselors
ICB/IAODAPCA: Counselor I/II, Preventionist I/II, CARS I/II, CODP I/II, PCGC II, CCJP II, CAAP I, CRSS I/II, CVSS II, CPRS I/II, MAATP I/II, CFPP II
4 LMFT CEUs available for an additional $25 through IAMFT. To register for LMFT credit, please select the IAMFT ticket option. Payment will be collected separately via Zelle or check at the event.
What You’ll Learn
This engaging session will guide you through three trauma-informed care strategies:
See Something, Say Something: Learn to recognize trauma reactions in clients, particularly those with substance use disorders.
Getting on the Same Page: Develop a shared language with clients to help them better communicate their experiences.
Leading from Behind: Support clients by allowing them to guide their recovery journey, promoting empowerment and trust.
The second half of the workshop focuses on clinician self-care, including evidence-based mindfulness practices that support well-being, reduce stress, and lower the risk of burnout. You’ll leave with practical tools to prioritize your mental health and sustain your professional resilience.
Who Should Attend?
This training is ideal for social workers, counselors, substance use professionals, marriage and family therapists, and anyone working in behavioral health or recovery settings.
Meet the Speaker, Courtney Kibble, PsyD
Dr. Kibble is a Clinical Psychologist with areas of specialization in addiction and trauma. She currently serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Roosevelt University. Additionally, she is the Director of the PsyD Program. She has been teaching full-time since 2018 with multiple years teaching part-time while in full-time clinical work. She has taught courses across multiple domains of psychology including introductory courses, as well as courses in trauma; research methods; clinical and counseling skills; assessment and diagnosing; addictions; career development; and practicum seminars. At Roosevelt University, she currently teaches clinical skills, chemical dependency, psychopathology, and other PsyD specific courses.
Dr. Kibble's areas of expertise include addictions and substance use disorders, dual diagnosis, trauma techniques, trauma-informed care, self-care and avoiding burnout, and mindfulness.
Learning Objectives
1. Participants will increase understanding of trauma in client presentations and the impact on mental health, substance use, and daily life concerns.
2. Participants will be encouraged to utilize appropriate skills that are trauma informed.
3. Participants will learn to use the window of tolerance to establish a common language as well as to promote well rounded recovery goals.
4. Participants will be able to explain the exposure and symptoms that tend to increase burnout and reduce overall wellness for professionals working with substance use disorders.
5. Participants will be able to demonstrate a variety of self-care and mindfulness practices they have learned and practiced in the session.
