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Trauma and Crisis Response

Trauma

Counselling Strategies for Healing and Resilience

Trauma affects how people think, feel, and relate to others. This training teaches counselling strategies that support healing, safety, and resilience.

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Trauma Counselling Skills for Healing

Trauma is a wound that injures us emotionally, psychologically, physically, and spiritually. As a result, the impact of trauma can be far-reaching and enduring. This workshop provides an overview of the way trauma affects a person through the brain and nervous system. A framework which describes different stages in the process of regulating and resolving the impact of trauma is reviewed. Protective steps for enhancing helper wellbeing are also provided. Participants will learn key principles and strategies for working with trauma that apply to a diverse range of experiences and which can be applied to all ages.

Learning Objectives

Define trauma and understand the possible variations of potential impact

Identify key assessment areas for individuals who have experienced traumatic events

Describe the connection between traumatic experiences and post-traumatic stress symptoms

Understand the role of the helper in supporting individuals

Develop a treatment plan for supporting individuals who have experienced trauma

Describe some key strategies and principles for working with people impacted by trauma

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Training options built for real-world needs.

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On-Demand Workshop

Recorded workshop for flexible, self‑paced learning.

$269

/ per person

Start right away – no scheduling required

Learn at your own pace, in manageable sections

Follow along with a full downloadable manual

Earn a certificate and continuing education credits

Access anytime, on any device

Share access across your team for consistent learning

Live Virtual Workshop

Interactive sessions with experienced facilitators.

From $549

/ per person

Learn from an experienced facilitator

Ask questions and get real-time guidance

Connect and learn alongside peers

Engage in discussions and practical exercises

Earn 6 CECs per day of training

Receive a certificate upon completion

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Personalized training solutions for your team.

Starting at

$3500 per day

per session

Additional Options

On-Demand Webinar

Condensed training in a video format.

Standalone written learning resource.

What You'll Learn

Walk away with the knowledge and tools to make a meaningful difference. The objectives below outline what you'll be equipped to do after completing this training.

Understand Trauma Responses

Learn common trauma reactions.

Recognize Symptoms

Identify trauma indicators.

Create Safety

Support stabilization strategies.

Use Trauma-Informed Skills

Apply practical counselling tools.

Build Resilience

Support recovery.

Care for the Helper

Prevent burnout.

Our Approach

Grounded in research, practical application, and real‑world experience.

Accessible

Clear, approachable learning without unnecessary jargon.

Applicable

Content designed for real‑world challenges and opportunities.

Engaging

Facilitators bring content to life through stories and examples.

Practical

Skills and tools designed for everyday use in your setting.

What People Are Saying

Insights from our participants.

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It's not always easy to facilitate a six-hour session, but it flew by. Perfectly timed, packed with useful, relevant information, curated to address the unique needs of our group."

K. Decle

University of British Columbia, Office of Student Academic Services

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This was one of the best trainings our organization has had. Staff were so engaged and came away energized and excited rather than tired and drained."

T. Etienne

Portal Youth Outreach Association

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CTRI is a great source for learning. They were easy to work with and our facilitator presented in an engaging and interactive way that kept people interested and attentive."

J. Grimes

Optimism Place Women's Shelter and Support Services

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the training.

This training is for:

Mental health professionals

Social services and community‑based professionals

First responders and emergency services

Health care workers and support staff

School and post‑secondary personnel

Leaders, managers, and supervisors

Human resources and people operations teams

Employees in corporate or business settings

Anyone working in people‑centred or support roles

What does this training cover?

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This workshop explores how trauma affects the brain, body, and relationships, and teaches counselling strategies that support stabilization, safety, and recovery.

Who is this training for?

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This training is designed for counsellors, social workers, and helping professionals who work with trauma survivors and want to strengthen their trauma-informed counselling skills.

How is this different from the Trauma-Informed Care workshop?

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The TIC workshop focuses on organizational and systemic approaches to trauma. This workshop is more clinical in focus, teaching specific counselling strategies for trauma healing.

Does this training address compassion fatigue?

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Yes. The impact of trauma work on helpers is addressed, including strategies for building resilience and preventing burnout.

Is this training available online or on-demand?

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Yes. CTRI offers this workshop in live, on-demand, and private formats. View current dates or contact us to arrange a private session.

Can this training be taken as part of a certificate program?

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Yes. This workshop is part of CTRI's Trauma Counselling and Support Certificate Program. Contact CTRI for details on how individual workshops apply toward the certificate.

Learn Trauma Counselling Skills

Learn trauma-informed counselling strategies that support stabilization, healing, and resilience. View live training dates, explore on-demand options, or bring this workshop to your team.

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Available for Private Delivery

Certificate Included