Continuing Education
Opportunities for Mental Health Providers to expand their knowledge and earn continuing education credits.
Religious Trauma. Spiritual Abuse. High-control Religion. Learn how to recognize the impacts and support those who have been harmed.
The topics of religious trauma, spiritual abuse, and high-control religion have recently been highlighted in mainstream culture.
Documentaries have shed light on the behind-the-scenes of various religious groups. Podcasts have allowed survivors of spiritual abuse to share their stories in unprecedented ways. National news stories have made it clear that traumatic abuse has been occurring for years in some of the most well-known religious settings.
Folks are becoming more aware of the impacts that high-control religious groups can have on those involved. People who have been impacted are seeking support from mental health providers in growing numbers. You may have even had the topic arise with clients, and weren’t quite sure how to handle their concerns.
Religious Trauma: What Is It & How Can I Treat It?
WHEN?
This live, online continuing education opportunity will be presented on various dates and times in order to best meet the schedules and CE needs of a variety of mental health professionals.
Dates/Times include:
- Thursday, June 20, 2024 from 9am-4pm ET (6am-1pm PT)
- Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 11am-6pm ET (8am-3pm PT)
- Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 9am-4pm ET (6am-1pm PT)
- Friday, November 15, 2024 from 10am-5pm ET (7am-2pm PT)
- Wednesday, January 8, 2025 from 10:30am-5:30pm ET (7:30am – 2:30pm PT)
WHAT CAN I EXPECT?
This workshop will provide foundational information related to assessing for religious trauma and identifying the best course of treatment for clients. The presenter – Michelle F. Moseley, MC, LCMHC, NCC, BC-TMH (she/her) – will utilize lecture, case studies, and group discussion to support the learning objectives and facilitate learning.
WHAT ARE THE LEARNING OBJECTIVES?
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- assess for symptoms related to religious trauma
- differentiate potentially harmful religious practices from healthy spirituality
- identify the impacts of religious trauma on typical human development
- describe effective treatment modalities to address religious trauma
WHAT IS THE INVESTMENT FOR THIS TRAINING?
$150 for the 6-hour training session, as well as handouts and additional resources for further learning. If you prefer to participate in the training, but not receive CEs, the cost is $90.
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Religious Trauma: What Is It & How Can I Treat It? has has been approved by NBCC for NBCC credit. Michelle F. Moseley Counseling, PLLC is solely responsible for all aspects of this program. NBCC Approval No. SP -4461
What are people saying about this training?
“This foundational training is indispensable for mental health professionals treating any population. The inclusive language and examples were refreshing and practical, and I walked away feeling equipped to discuss this topic at length with clients and colleagues.”
“…you’re being trained by someone who so clearly values the work of helping people through these issues. Her material is both theoretically grounded and rich with vibrant application, so it really reaches into the space where clinicians can use it with clients effectively. Everything about her approach made the learning easy and enjoyable.”
Why so many different words (religious trauma, spiritual abuse, high-control religion, etc.) to describe the topic?
This topic is a relatively new discussion in the mental health field and there is no specific clinical language to describe the experience and presentation of religious trauma. The impact is real, and folks are presenting to therapy with symptoms rooted in harmful experiences within religious contexts. However, various terms have been developed to describe these experiences and presentations. Participants will learn more about terminology during this continuing education workshop.
Why is this topic important? What if I don’t want to work with religious stuff with clients?
Being a well-rounded and competent mental health provider means having an awareness of a variety of presenting concerns that a client may bring to your work together. Learning about the topic of religious trauma will help you recognize when it is part of a client’s concerns. This is beneficial both for those who wish to develop their ability to treat the symptoms of religious trauma, as well as those who are not interested in focusing on this area. Knowing what to look for and learning about available resources can help you support clients, even if you’re not a provider who focuses on concerns related to religious trauma.
What if my religious or spiritual practices are important to me? Is this training focused on the idea that religion is bad?
This training is not focused on the idea that all religious or faith practices are bad. Rather, the training is designed to help mental health professionals understand some of the ways that religious or spiritual systems/practices can be harmful. All mental health professionals are welcome to attend this training, and will be respected, regardless of religious beliefs.
What technology will I need in order to attend?
This workshop is being delivered live online via Zoom. You will need a device that allows you to access the internet, a reliable internet signal, and access to Zoom (which may require a download). You may want to utilize headphones / ear buds to ensure you have the best audio experience.
What if I have questions about ADA or other accommodations?
All questions about accommodations can be directed to Michelle via email at owner@michellefmoseley.com, by completing this contact form, or by calling 919-533-6557.
How do I register for this continuing education opportunity?
This workshop is being offered on various dates throughout 2024 and early 2025. Each live webinar event will include the same content in the same online format, so choose the date/time that works best for you. You can register by clicking on the button below that correlates with the date of the CE course you wish to register for. This will allow you to register and pay for your spot in that date’s workshop. If you have any questions or concerns, please let Michelle know by using the “Contact Michelle” button below.
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