In this presentation, counseling with law enforcement officers (LEOs) is framed within a trauma-informed model. The presenters will address: (a) the definition of trauma-informed care, (b) the definition of trauma and vicarious trauma, (c) trauma screening and assessment, (d) evidence-based trauma interventions for individuals and families, (e) culturally-sensitive approaches for working with LEOs, (f) strengths-based techniques to foster resiliency and protective factors, and (g) psychoeducational resources.
Julia Whisenhunt is an Associate Professor at University of West Georgia. She specializes in the areas of suicide, self-injury, and expressive therapy.
