This two hour workshop will focus on the current research around and use of mindfulness and acceptance practices for both trauma-exposed youth and the adults caregivers who serve them.
Participants will: 1) gain an understanding of the research supporting the use of mindfulness and acceptance practices with those who have had trauma exposure or secondary traumatic stress; 2) be given direction about how to support caregivers’ well-being, and how this directly affects the well-being of the child’s mental health, and; 3) be educated on and participate in practical mindfulness and acceptance techniques and interventions geared towards working with youth, with a special emphasis on self-care for the adult. Practical, hands-on tools will be offered.