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The Overlap of Autism and PTSD: A Neuroaffirming Approach to Assessment, Treatment, and Ethical Unmasking Live Interactive Webinar
Tree of Life Behavioral Health has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7665. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Tree of Life Behavioral Health is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
August 21st, 9am- 12pm
Training will be in person at Tree of Life Behavioral Health
190 Lime Quarry Road Suite 113
3 NBCC Credits including 1 Hour in Ethics
$70
PRESENTER: Jessica Penot, LPC-S
Research increasingly demonstrates that autistic individuals experience disproportionately high rates of trauma exposure and PTSD symptoms compared with the general population. Emerging evidence suggests that more than half of autistic adults may meet criteria for probable PTSD during their lifetime, while autistic women and gender-diverse individuals experience particularly high rates of interpersonal victimization and trauma. Autistic traits such as social vulnerability, difficulty identifying manipulation, chronic invalidation, sensory overwhelm, masking, and repeated experiences of exclusion may increase susceptibility to traumatic stress.
This neuroaffirming webinar examines the complex overlap between autism and PTSD, highlights differential diagnosis challenges, explores ethical considerations surrounding unmasking, and provides trauma-informed treatment adaptations for autistic clients.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES INCLUDE:
*Apply trauma-informed and neuroaffirming treatment adaptations for autistic clients.
*Describe the relationship between autism and trauma exposure.
*Differentiate between autism characteristics and PTSD symptoms.
*Explain how autism-related experiences may function as traumatic stressors.
From Fury to Freedom Mastering Anger in Adult Life Live Interactive Webinar
Tree of Life Behavioral Health has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7665. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Tree of Life Behavioral Health is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
August 28th, 12pm - 3pm
Training will be online through GoTo at Tree of Life Behavioral Health
190 Lime Quarry Road Suite 113
$75
3 NBCC Credits
With 20 years of direct experience helping individuals transform their lives, Charles Montgomery is a trusted expert in the field of anger management. Holding a Master of Arts in Counseling from St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in both Texas and Alabama, Charles Montgomery brings wealth of knowledge and compassion to every interaction.
From Fury to Freedom is a transformative workbook, a guide to stop self-destructive behaviors leading to a more fulfilling life by removing the limiting of aggression in one’s life. You will be presented with step-by-step strategies to instruct how to overcome aggressive behaviors. Included are effective communication skills, and mindful practices to slow down or prevent emotional outburst. In addition, principle for living and challenging self-defeating beliefs foster emotional regulation leading to more balanced and healthier relationships. This workbook provides insightful guidance to help prevent the self-harm of aggressive behavior.
This book will help you in session to guide clients to understand that feelings are something we experience. These feelings are not good or bad, they are not who we are, they are simply an experience. We don’t choose them, but we do choose our behavior. Behavior is what we have control over. If you are aware that anger leads to aggressive behavior that causes you problems (relationships, jobs, justice system) the the action you can take to modify your behavior and stop harming yourself is here. There is no one to blame. Awareness plus Action equals Change.
Somatic Therapy Live Interactive Webinar Training
September 4th, 9am - 12pm
Training will be online through GoTo at Tree of Life Behavioral Health
190 Lime Quarry Road Suite 113
$60
3 NBCC Credits
Join Tree of Life’s Training Center for an immersive, live interactive webinar focused on Somatic Therapy Techniques. Guided by the philosophy of Jordan Dann, "My body is the home for my experience of the world," this session explores the profound relationship between the mind and body. Participants will gain practical tools to address emotional stress stored within the physical body.
What You Will Learn & Experience:
Professional Credits: Earn 3 NBCC Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Live Clinical Skills: Observe a live SomatoEmotional Release demonstration.
Hands-on Techniques: Learn relaxing massage techniques.
Holistic Integration: Incorporate restorative yoga practices.
Meet the Presenters
This training is co-led by two expert practitioners who combine clinical mental health with physical bodywork:
Jessica Penot, LPC-S: A Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and director of Tree of Life Behavioral Health, Jessica specializes in trauma-informed care and holistic mental health treatments, bringing a deep wealth of clinical experience to somatic healing.
Rose Pesca, LMT: A Licensed Massage Therapist and Certified Somatoemotional Practitioner, Rose brings specialized expertise in physical anatomy, bodywork, and helping individuals safely access and release trapped emotional tension through somatic touch.
Tree of Life Behavioral Health has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7665. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Tree of Life Behavioral Health is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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