This remote one-day course was developed and is taught by Lauren Mansell, DPT, CLT, PRPC, who worked in counseling/advocacy for sexual assault survivors prior to becoming a physical therapist. This course includes precorded lectures that cover the topics of Trauma-Informed Care, Neuroanatomy, Physiology, and PolyVagal response, followed by 3.5 hours of interactive, live content via Zoom meeting. During the Zoom meeting, we will maximize the in-person time with Q&A and case studies. Labs will include Deep Diaphragmatic Breathing as well as a Standing Empowerment lab. Participants will have the opportunity to workshop patient case studies in both pairs and a group setting. 

Upon completion of the course, the therapists will be able to bring their increased awareness of trauma to the successful, holistic treatment of patients with pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, bowel dysfunction and bladder dysfunction. Skills and content covered are to increase trauma awareness and ability to provide appropriate physical therapy for trauma survivors and will NOT prepare a physical therapist for any type of counseling or mental health servicing.

Schedule:

Pre-recorded video prior to live content: 4 Hours - Participants must view this video prior to the live lecture, and should prepare questions.

Live Content: 3.5 Hours 

1. Define trauma informed care

2. Describe the neuro anatomy and physiology of trauma

3. Describe the polyvagal autonomic nervous system

4. Identify risk factors and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

5. Describe Trauma informed interventions during patient care

6. Describe techniques for reducing compassion fatigue, secondary trauma and retraumatization