Course

Instructor-Led After the Storm: How to Effectively Help Clients Move Forward Post-Disaster Trauma

Oct 11, 2024 - Oct 11, 2024
3 CEUs

$75 Enroll

Full course description

Held October 11, 2024 via Zoom
9 am - 12 pm
3 CEUs
 
This course is geared toward intervention with families, children and caregivers, and provides an overview of the 3 stages of intervention post disaster and the factors in each stage along with casework intervention options. Learning the art of conversation for identification as well as when to utilize therapeutic avenues is highlighted. 3 theoretical frameworks are reviewed for Acute Stress Disorder as well as the predictors for risk. Regardless of practice setting, we will all see signs post “storm” therefore come and share avenues we can intervene.​

Objectives

Participants who complete this asynchronous course will be able to:

  • The participant will be able to identify the three basic theories and models for working with survivors of disaster.​
  • The participant will be able to apply the three stages of principle-driven strategies for early intervention.
  • The participant will be able to identify the problems with carrying out the intervention.
  • The participant will be able to identify tools to assist with this need.
  • The participant will be able to be knowledgeable about self-care needs for the provider.​

 

Cynthia F. Reibenstein, LCSW-S, CFSW, ACSW, DCSW, is the instructor for this course. Cynthia Reibenstein is certified in Financial Social Work and is very highly regarded throughout Texas as an expert in social work ethics. She has over 27 years of experience in a variety of settings like schools, medical and mental health facilities, as well as experience in supervision and social work consultation. She has developed effective presentations to assist colleagues, professionals, and the public in overcoming barriers that lead them to a more meaningful life. Currently, she teaches part-time at the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work and has a supervision/consultation practice. Cynthia also works with the elderly and with people with disabilities and serves on several boards that focus on education. Reibenstein and Associates is dedicated to ethical, quality service that helps individuals be motivated and inspired to develop their full potential.