This 3 credit in person training is designed to equip mental health professionals with the knowledge, tools and strategies necessary to support survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV) on their healing journeys. Participants will learn to foster resilience and provide survivor-centered care while becoming effective advocates and change agents in their communities. The course covers trauma-informed approaches, practical interventions, and collaborative strategies aimed at driving systemic change. Through this training, professionals will enhance their understanding of IPV, enabling them to create a supportive environment that promotes empowerment and healing for survivors.
Learning Objectives:
After attending this training, participants will be able to:
- Understand intimate partner violence (IPV) and the long-term needs of IPV survivors
- Describe the psychological, emotional, and social impacts of IPV on survivors and their families.
- Implement trauma-informed and survivor-centered approaches to foster healing and empowerment.
- Advocate for systemic change and community resources that support IPV survivors.
Target Audience:
Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, Psychologists, Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Practitioners, Medical Doctors, Case Workers, and Community Based Program Professionals
Content Level: Beginning to Intermediate
About the Presenter:
E. Aramide “Mimi” Adedeji, LICSW, LCSW-C has over 15 years of experience as an educator and advocate for the underserved and the underrepresented by promoting individualism, empowerment and equity. Aramide achieved her Bachelor’s in Arts in Social Relations from Michigan State University. She went on to earn her Masters in Social Work from Howard University and currently holds her LICSW to practice social work independently in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Aramide has demonstrated a passion for sharing her experiences with clients and professionals alike to provide a deeper understanding of our collective need to be loved, understood and to be given space to grow and thrive. Aramide is the author of the book, “A Whole New World: 8 Strategies for Reclaiming Power and Purpose After Leaving an Abusive Relationship” that highlights the importance for survivors to find their purpose, understanding that their stories and experiences are powerful tools.
Agenda:
10:00am – 10:05am
- Welcome & Announcements
- Overview of Learning Objectives
10:05am – 10:15am
- About Yourself Icebreaker
10:15am – 10:30am
- Myth-Busting Discussion Circle
10:30am – 11:00am
- Intimate Partner Violence: An Overview
- Video clips of intimate partner violence victim to survivor
- Overview of IPV and its effects on mental health
- Risk and protective factors for victims/survivors
- Barriers to leaving-brief insights
11:00am – 11:20am
- Breaking Down Barriers Group Exercise
- Help participants understand the complex barriers survivors face when leaving an abusive relationship
11:20am – 11:30am
- Break
11:30am – 12:00pm
- Trauma-Informed and Survivor-Centered Care
- Principles of trauma-informed care
- Techniques for creating safe spaces, active listening, building trust, and validating survivor experiences
- Video clip: Professional and Survivor
- Supportive tips for your therapeutic toolbox
12:00pm – 12:30pm
- Practical Interventions for Healing
- Developing personalized safety and healing plans
- Strategies to help survivors rebuild self-worth and resilience
- Role Play and Group activity: Case scenario, crafting sample safety plans for different scenarios and putting strategies to practice
12:30pm – 1:00pm
- Implications for Service Delivery: Advocating for Systemic Change
- Understanding the role of mental health professionals as change agents.
- Building community partnerships and advocating for resources.
1:00pm – 1:15pm
- Questions & Answers
Continuing Education:
The Institute for Mastery and Integration, Provider #1920, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. The Institute for Mastery and Integration maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 9/23/24 – 9/23/2025. Social workers completing this course receive 3 general continuing education credits.
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