Compassionate Leadership: working with trauma and advesity

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25 Sep

Compassionate Leadership: working with trauma and adversity

Compassionate Leadership: working with trauma and adversity

Thursday, September 25, 2025 (12:00 AM) to Thursday, October 30, 2025 (11:59 PM)
18 PDCs
Provider: Moving the Human Spirit
Course Name: Compassionate Leadership: working with trauma and advesity

Speaker: Tania Walter Gardner
Program Type: Instructor E-Learning
Registration URL: https://traumainformedcoaching.com/compassionate-leadership
Compassionate Leadership: working with trauma and adversity, Sechelt, British Columbia
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This comprehensive online live 18 hour course (3hrs x 6 sessions) equips professionals with a comprehensive understanding of trauma and its profound effects on individuals, communities, and organizational culture. Participants will explore trauma’s classifications, the Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) framework, and the brain science behind trauma, including its impact on the stress response system and behavior. Through dynamic discussions and exercises, attendees will gain insight into the neurobiological underpinnings of trauma and its influence on decision-making and relationships. The program emphasizes trauma-informed practices, compassionate leadership, and resilience-building. Participants will learn actionable strategies to foster trust, empathy, and psychological safety in diverse settings, while engaging with topics such as cultural sensitivity, ethical practice, and conflict resolution. The course concludes with a focus on personal wellness and strength-based approaches, offering tools like somatic awareness and reflective journaling to support both personal and professional growth. By the end, participants will be prepared to cultivate healing, resilience, and compassionate leadership in their organizations.

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Day 1 sets the stage by defining trauma, exploring its classifications, and delving into the Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) framework. Through dynamic discussions and discovery exercises, participants will gain a solid foundation for understanding trauma’s far-reaching effects. Day 2 builds on this knowledge, focusing on the brain science of trauma. Participants will explore the interplay between the autonomic nervous system, sensory processing, and the neurobiological underpinnings of trauma, illuminating the hijacking of the stress response system and its influence on behavior and decision-making. Days 3 and 4 delve into trauma-informed practices, offering actionable approaches for creating safe, trust-filled environments. From the critical role of language and understanding perceptual positions to exploring cultural, historical, and gender sensitivity, participants will engage in case studies and discussions that foster empathy, ethical practice, and effective conflict resolution. The sessions emphasize psychological safety, transparency, and collaboration, essential elements in building trust and facilitating healing within diverse settings. The course culminates in Days 5 and 6 with a focus on resilience, compassionate leadership, and personal wellness. Participants will learn how to integrate strength-based approaches and somatic awareness into their practices while exploring methods for grounding, calming, and self-regulation. The final day emphasizes self-care and conflict resolution, providing tools like journaling and reflective exercises to promote personal and professional growth. By the end of the program, participants will be empowered to cultivate trauma-informed cultures that support healing, resilience, and compassionate leadership.

Compassionate Leadership: working with trauma and adversity
Compassionate Leadership: working with trauma and adversity
6910 Porpoise Dr
Sechelt, BC V7Z0C8

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