Trauma Informed Relationship Building: Connection Supports Success

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Please register hereBTLC Credits: IS, SEBMH

Presenter(s): Mary Ball, Scanlan GA, MA, LPSC, Couple and Family Therapy PhD Student

Description: Connection with others and a sense of genuine belonging is essential for student success and engagement. Relationship building practices are therefore a foundational component within a trauma-informed framework that aims to support students affected by trauma. This professional development will review the impacts and prevalence of trauma, explore the importance of connection and belonging in a learning environment, and practice trauma-informed relationship building strategies that will support all students.

Learning Goals: 1) Learners will gain understanding of the importance of genuine relationships as a protective factor for students affected by trauma. 2) Learners will explore and practice trauma-informed relationship building strategies.

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If you have any questions or concerns, please email scsmh-main@uiowa.edu and we will work with you to make any accommodations. 

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Scanlan Center for School Mental Health in advance at 319-467-1120 or scsmh-main@uiowa.edu.