Gun Violence
All sessions can be found in full on learn.nctsn.org under “Clinical Training” – “Identifying Critical Moments and Healing Complex Trauma”. These are worth CEU (Continuing Education Units) credit when completed in their entirety.
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Gun Violence in the Street: Cultural Sensitivity in Grounding a Young Woman with a PTSD Flashback Experience
Session
Case Conference
Post Session Interview (English)
Description
In this webinar, you will meet Isabela, an 18-year-old Latina young woman who has had multiple traumatic experiences throughout her life, including being a victim of sex trafficking by her partner. Recently, Isabela experienced a violent event while walking in the street with her friend Marta, in which her friend was killed. Isabela had been referred to Dr. Rodríguez-Díaz by her previous therapist and was continuing her psychological treatment. After a loudly slamming door triggers a flashback for Isabela during a session, Dr. Rodríguez-Díaz helps her cope with her flashback and provides her with various grounding techniques integrating a cultural sensitivity perspective.
Control and A Gun: Navigating An Acute Stress Event During Developmental Trauma Treatment
Therapy Session
Case Conference
Post Session Interview
Description
In this webinar, you will meet 16-year-old Gabby, who historically had difficulty with her current family due to questions of identity related to her adoption and now identity regarding herself. Recently, Gabby was assaulted in a bathroom and held at gunpoint. In this session, Gabby meets with her therapist Dr. Gomez as they navigate this recent traumatizing event together.
Creating an Uplifting Environment for a Teen Needing Control and Support
Therapy Session
Case Conference
Post Session Interview
Description
Nineteen-year-old Joshua has a history of parental-related traumas and was previously in trouble with the law for wielding a firearm to rob a convenience store. With the help of therapy, he's been hoping to move out of a residential facility, reunite with his father, and become part of a new stepfamily. Over the past 7 weeks, his sessions with Dr. Hydon have given Josh confidence, direction, and hope. But when his father finds a handgun in Josh’s backpack, his world comes crashing down.
Helping a Young Woman in Crisis Recognize the Importance of Supporting Herself As Well As Supporting Others
Therapy Session
Case Conference
Post Session Interview
Description
In this webinar, you will meet 19-year-old Samantha, a college dance student whose boyfriend Devonte is struggling to recover from a gunshot wound during a recent carjacking incident. Samantha has been experiencing nightmares involving Devonte, which also trigger memories of her brother Jonathan, who was shot and killed in front of her when she was 10. In this session, Samantha meets with an on-campus psychologist, Dr. Khumalo, to help her process the dreams and explore how to navigate supporting herself while supporting others.
Helping a Young Woman Transform Anger and Shame Into a Sense of Strength and Courage
The Session
Case Conference
Post Session Interview
Description
After her childhood (redacted) experience, Rosa found it difficult to open up to people. That is until she met John. She thought she was in love with him, but she asked for a break when he became controlling and abusive. To retaliate, John posted nude pictures of Rosa, resulting in other students labeling her a “whore” and refusing to be friends with her. Rosa is now a senior in high school and as graduation approaches, John’s new girlfriend is harassing Rosa and threatening her. Rosa’s uncle Manny heard the threats and said he is going to teach John and his girlfriend a lesson. Fearing that her uncle will use his gun and get in trouble, Rosa decides to take the gun without her uncle’s knowledge. Rosa plans to confront John and show him that she has a gun and means “business.” Things do not go as planned. Rosa is now returning to therapy with Dr. Maureen Allwood.