Healing Trauma+

A Brief Intervention for Women and Gender-Diverse People

2026 Open Enrollment Virtual Training Opportunity

This interactive training presents an updated, six-session trauma curriculum entitled Healing Trauma+: A Brief Intervention for Women and Gender-Diverse People. Over the years, the understanding of gender has shifted from the binary male-female model to a more inclusive and expansive model. In order to reflect these changes, the evidence-based Healing Trauma program has been issued in an updated, third edition with an expanded definition of “gender responsive” that includes the experiences of transgender and nonbinary people.

The focus is on the core things that both staff members and clients need: an understanding of what trauma is, its process, and its impact on both the inner self (thoughts, feelings, beliefs, values) and the outer self (behavior and relationships). Program topics include: the process of trauma, power and abuse, the intersection of trauma and SUDs, grounding and self-soothing techniques, and healthy relationships. Healing Trauma+ includes cognitive-behavioral therapeutic strategies, mindfulness, guided imagery, and expressive arts. It is particularly designed for settings that require a shorter intervention, such as jails, domestic violence agencies, sexual assault services, and short-term addiction treatment. The program materials consist of a facilitator guide and participant journal, both of which are on a flash drive to allow for easy duplication. The journal is written in both English and Spanish. 

The facilitator’s manual is a step-by-step guide containing the theory, structure, and content needed for running groups. The participant’s journal allows women to process and record the therapeutic experience. The materials are designed to be user-friendly and self-instructive. This allows the Healing Trauma+ program to be implemented by staff with a wide range of training and experience.

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All handouts and information required for this training are included in the registration fee. 

All handouts and information required for this training are included in the registration fee. Obtaining the program materials for this training is not required.  After you register, you will be sent a link for the training as well as a printable PDF of the PowerPoint and any handouts that are used during the training. 

However, we suggest that each person attending the training obtain a copy of the Participant's Journal to view during the training to enhance your learning experience. Those leading groups after the training will also want a copy of the Facilitator's Guide. You can obtain materials on the flash drive directly from either Covington Books or the publisher.  Upon receipt, you can duplicate as many Facilitator Guides and Participant's Journals as you need from the flash drive for staff and participants. 

Presenter

This training is conducted by our Certified Trainer, Amy Myers, LCSW, an Assistant Clinical Professor of Social Work at the Yale Child Study Center.  Throughout this interactive training she will discuss how the treatment program materials can be used with women in the criminal justice system.  

November 2-3, 2026 (2-day training, 4.5 hours per day) 

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  • 12 pm - 4:30 pm Eastern Time
  • 11 am - 3:30 pm Central Time
  • 10 am - 2:30 pm Mountain Time
  •   9 am - 1:30 pm Pacific Time

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  • It was very helpful to have the slides and resources ahead of time. I feel like there was a good balance of instructor-led materials and small group discussions. 

    - Stacey L

  • Learning of the different grounding techniques and being aware of the language we use when speaking to service users. 

     

    - Hellen T

  • It was nice to walk through the material and learn how to do the activities with a group you might be running. 

     

    - Sara M

  • The grounding techniques were simple, adaptable, and just the right amount of time for use in a full group session. 

    - Jaime S

  • The breakout sessions were one of my favorite parts.  Also, the general discussions that we engaged in, I learned the most from. 

     

    - Angelika J

    Next Steps

    • View our Zoom Participant Guide for helpful suggestions to prepare for the training, as well as our Training FAQ page.
    • $260 per person.  Deadline to register:  November 1, 2026
    • We do provide continuing education credits (CE's).  Please see below for additional information.
    • Purchase Orders:  If organizations want to register multiple people using a Purchase Order, please email your request to training@stephaniecovington.com for more information.
    • For additional information, such as cancellation policies, CE certificates, etc., please visit our Training FAQ page.

    Topics

    • The process of trauma
    • Five core values of trauma-informed services
    • Redefining gender and its diversity
    • Power and abuse
    • Triggers, grounding, and self-soothing techniques
    • Building healthy relationships

    Objectives

    • Define gender-responsive and trauma-informed services
    • Discuss the connection between substance use disorders and trauma
    • Describe the process of trauma and typical responses to trauma
    • Demonstrate physical and mental grounding activities
    • Apply a variety of therapeutic interventions
    • Understand the connection between trauma and SUDs

    NAADAC continuing education credits (CE’s)

    Dr. Stephanie S. Covington is a NAADAC-approved education provider, provider number 250526.  For more information, please visit http://www.naadac.org/providers.

    Attendees of this training will receive 8 NAADAC continuing education credits (CEs).  Attendees must attend all 2 days, 4.5 hours per day plus complete the evaluation form at the end of the training to receive credit.  The following organizations and boards approve NAADAC CEs: http://www.naadac.org/naadac-ce-approvals

    Social Workers (ASWB) Credit Designation

    Stephanie S. Covington, LLC dba Center for Gender & Justice, provider number 2033, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 9/25/25 - 9/25/28. Social workers completing this course receive 8 continuing education credits. 

    The following jurisdictions approve ASWB Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program CEs:  https://www.aswb.org/licenses/ace-approved-continuing-education/

    This virtual training is open to the general public, but space is limited for this interactive training so register now.

    We have a wide variety of people attend our trainings from licensed professionals (Masters and Doctorial Level) as well as paraprofessionals and peer-facilitators.  Because professionals tend to work in interdisciplinary teams, this course is created for social workers, counselors, therapists, clinical supervisors, correctional professionals, and program administrators.

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    NAADAC and ASWB do not allow for partial CE credit; therefore, we cannot issue partial CE certificates.

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