On-Demand: Attuned to Attachment: Understanding Developmental Trauma, Early Attachment, and Attunement in the Therapy Room - 5 CEUs

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• CE Hours Included: 5 Core (please see below for details)
• Format: On-Demand Webinar (“Asynchronous”) ~ At your leisure to be viewed at your own pace. You may pause, rewind, and fast forward at any point during the videos. You are in complete control of how you view this workshop. It also comes with a PowerPoint and references. There is a quiz at the end to ensure viewing and required by all CE approval organizations.
• Investment: $120 (provides lifetime access!)
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• Presented by: Ashley Tolleson, Ph.D. & Terris Hagan, LPC (see bios below)
• Instruction Level: Intermediate
  
• Target Audience: Psychologists, Counselors, Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists, Psychotherapists, Other Mental Health Professionals

Learning Objectives:

In this workshop, you will learn how to:

• Identify the key factors of attunement.
• Discuss basic attachment theory as it relates to children’s relationships and development.
• List the four main attachment styles.
• Describe the implications of developmental trauma on early attachment.
• Explain the role of attunement in the therapeutic relationship.
• Discuss ways clinicians can promote healthy attachment for their clients.

Workshop Description:

Decades of research have shown that the relationship between client and therapist is the strongest predictor of the outcome in therapy, wherein the stronger the alliance, the better the therapy outcome. To cultivate this connection, clinicians need to explore their clients' attachment patterns and childhood experiences with caregivers, including traumatic events and attachment wounds. This information can help the therapist better understand the role of early attachment in shaping their clients' self-concept, coping patterns, and capacity for secure relationships, ultimately serving as a guide for the course of treatment.

Drawing from attachment theory and developmental psychology, this workshop will help to unravel the intricacies of attachment patterns, shedding light on how these early relational dynamics reverberate throughout our clients' lifespans. We will share essential insights into fostering secure attachments with clients through the use of attunement - the cornerstone of therapeutic rapport and healing. Therapists will learn how to create a reparative, relational space for clients of all ages to allow for transformative change. Lastly, case studies and discussions will allow participants to practice conceptualizing clients through a trauma-informed lens and assessing attachment styles.

Presented by:

Ashley Tolleson, Ph.D., LPC, NCC, CPCS, RPT

Dr. Ashley Tolleson holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Practice. She is a Board-Certified Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in trauma-informed and creative approaches to counseling children, teens, and adults. She is the Founder and Clinical Director of the Tolleson Counseling Center in Marietta, GA, which focuses on helping clients with anxiety, stress management, trauma, and issues related to neurodiversity. Her published work on creativity in counseling has been presented at local, national, and international conferences.

Dr. Tolleson has developed a passion for counseling high-achieving girls and women looking to learn different ways to come back from the brink of burnout and challenge perfectionistic tendencies. She also hosts workshops on burnout and stress management for cross-discipline associations and serves as a mental health consultant for the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association.

As a Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, Dr. Tolleson has experience supervising both mental health and school counselors-in-training. She also holds the Registered Play Therapist credential, has extensive training in trauma-informed care, and regularly guest lectures in counseling graduate programs across the country on these topics. Additionally, she was recognized as an Emerging Leader in the counseling profession by the Association for Creativity in Counseling in 2017.

Terris Hagan, MS, LPC, NCC, CPDPE, RPT

Terris Hagan is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, and Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator. She earned her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Georgia State University. Terris founded Roots to Stillness Counseling, a private practice in Marietta, Georgia, specializing in supporting children, teens, and their parents. Her passion is utilizing the therapeutic power of play and creative arts with clients who experience challenges related to anxiety, trauma, emotion regulation, self-esteem, and neurodiversity. Terris especially loves working with kids who have big hearts and big feelings.

Terris has comprehensive training in Play Therapy, expressive arts, and trauma-informed care. To share her passion and experience, Terris guest lectures for counseling graduate programs and hosts trainings. Learn more about play and Terris’ practice at www.rtscounseling.com.

What people are saying about this workshop:

• “The presenters engaged the audience well, the pacing was excellent, the pair worked well together, and kept myself and others engaged throughout the day.” – JB, Psychologist
• “It was fantastic! Very engaging. Nothing to improve, it was great!” – NL, LPC
• “The presenters were so well informed but also relatable and fun - awesome job!” – CC, LPC
• “Both presenters were captivating and knowledgeable!” – RF, LPC
• “I was very impressed with the presenters and their knowledge on the subject. I felt the workshop was detailed and interactive between audience and presenter.” – MML, LMSW
• “They were very knowledgeable. Their energy and visuals kept me highly engaged.” – KJ, APC
• “They were engaging and playful. They worked well as a team and provided great content.” – AOR
• “The presenters were great! Great energy and super passionate about their work.” – LSJ, LMFT
• “The relationship between the two presenters kept me so engaged, I really appreciated their rapport!” – GP, LMSW

5 Core "Asynchronous" CE Clock Hours Included - Details by License Type Below:

• PSYCHOLOGISTS: The Knowledge Tree is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Knowledge Tree maintains responsibility for this program and its content. For more detailed information on the current CE ruling in Georgia, or if you are licensed in another state or country, please click here.
• COUNSELORS: The Knowledge Tree has been approved by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP), ACEP No. 7153. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Knowledge Tree is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. Please click here for more detailed information.
  • Counselors Licensed in Canada: This workshop is approved for 5 credit hours through the Canadian Counseling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), event code: 64968507.

• SOCIAL WORKERS: This workshop is approved for 5 Core hours through the Georgia Society for Clinical Social Work (GSCSW), approval #043924. If you are licensed in another state or country, please click here for more detailed information.
• MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS: This workshop is approved for 5 Core CE hours through the Georgia Association for Marriage & Family Therapy (GAMFT), approval #120-2024. If you are licensed in another state or country, please click here for more detailed information.

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