The Institute for Trauma Competency is a specialized training community designed to provide clinical education in core trauma knowledge and trauma-focused skills.
We also offer trauma mental health consultation to practitioners seeking to enhance their trauma competency. In the counseling profession, specialized training and supervision are essential before engaging in any specialty area ethically. Without formal trauma training, counselors risk practicing beyond their clinical competence, especially when working with vulnerable populations.
The Institute supports practitioners by fostering a learning community tailored to the distinct needs of trauma professionals. Our consultants are experienced trauma-competent clinicians with expertise in trauma mental health theory and intervention.
Additionally, trauma professionals in training with the Institute collaborate in supportive communities of clinicians, fostering ongoing learning and skill development.
Trauma Mental Health Consultation
Trauma-competent practitioners are responsible for delivering effective treatment. They understand the importance of knowing the limits of their clinical competence and seeking consultation when needed. These practitioners also recognize the critical role of their therapeutic presence in trauma care and focus on maintaining their own well-being by practicing within supportive, trauma-informed communities.
Trauma-competent practitioners demonstrate proficiency in reprocessing traumatic memories and constructing coherent trauma narratives. They prioritize the emotional safety of their clients by remaining emotionally present during trauma reprocessing. Furthermore, trauma-competent practitioners avoid causing harm by using minimally invasive interventions that prioritize both physical and emotional safety.
We look forward to working with you. To schedule a trauma mental health consultation session with Dr. Paige click below: