Hidden in Plain Sight: The Intersection Of Trauma and Unconventional Communication

Overcoming the Harmful Effects of Chronic Stress and Trauma using the 5 C's (Comfort, Control, Communication, Confidence and Competence) and the Principles of the DIR®  Model. This five week series will explore the risk factors and harmful effects of chronic stress and trauma in individuals with unconventional communication profiles. In collaboration with experienced interdisciplinary DIR®  clinicians (mental health, speech-language, occupational and creative arts therapists and medical and education professionals), this series will help clinicians, parents, and educators identify the symptoms of chronic stress and understand the unique physiological and behavioral profiles of individuals who use socially unexpected and unconventional communication. Case based studies will be used throughout the series to illustrate how the feelings of comfort, control, communication, confidence and competence can help unconventional communicators overcome chronic stress and trauma and restore physical, emotional, and social wellbeing. Presented by: Monica G. Osgood; Traci Swink, MD; Suzi Tortora, EdD, BC-DMT, CMA, LCAT, LMHC Profectum Foundation and Celebrate the Children clinicians and supported typists will be weekly guest presenters Dates & Times: Session 1 - Jun 29, 7:30-9:00 pm EST Session 2 - Jul 13, 7:30-9:00 pm EST Session 3 - Jul 20, 7:30-9:00 pm EST Session 4 - Jul 27, 7:30-9:00 pm EST Session 5 - Aug 3, 7:30-9:00 pm EST Registration is now closed for this Event