A 6-hour training with Rafael Cortina
May 20, 2024
8:30am-4:00pm
PRESENTATION: The impact of trauma is not always evident when we only see people on the surface. They might appear to be successful and well-adjusted, but we are unable to see the pain behind the mask. Trauma is not what happens, and it is not the event or the situation. Trauma is the internal imprint of the aftermath of pain without empathic support. The goal of addiction is to push away unpleasant emotions. It briefly allows problems and discomfort to melt away. Initially, this can be a functional creative adjustment. If empathic support continues to evade, addiction and trauma become linked and intertwined. This lecture will explore the compassionate/relational Gestalt approach to help clients develop their ability to build new experiences that may lead to growth opportunities and recovery.
Following this training, participants will be able to:
- Analyze how trauma can disrupt an individual's sense of connectedness to themselves, others, and the world around them.
- Explain the significance of healthy relationships and social support in mitigating the effects of trauma and fostering resilience.
- Explain at least 2 ways to foster a strengths-based approach that emphasizes empowerment and compassion
- Demonstrate an ability to facilitate interactive discussions, case studies, and experiential exercises to deepen understanding and practice skills related to trauma-aware care and connectedness.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER: Rafael Cortina is a licensed and bilingual (English-Spanish) therapist. He has over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. Rafael is a Master Addiction Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Gestalt Therapist, and a Certified Gestalt Couples Therapist. He has specialized training in EMDR, TRM, addiction treatment, and trauma work. He is an Adjunct Faculty Member at National University and a Newsletter Editor/Board Member at the International Association of Advancement in Gestalt Therapy.
He has experience working with Mood Disorders (Depression and Bipolar), Anxiety Disorders, Addiction, Grief and Loss issues, Dual Diagnosis (Substance abuse and a mental health disorder), Trauma work, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender clients, HIV/AIDS Counseling, Dreamwork, Couples therapy, and Gestalt oriented psychotherapy. As presenter and facilitator of several workshops, training, lectures, international conferences, and supervision, virtually and in-person, in Mexico, USA, Australia, Canada, Africa, Asia, and Europe.
REGISTRATION FEE: *NHADACA Members $60; *Non-Members $70; *NBCC included. For registration information contact: 603-225-7060 or training@nhadaca.org
6 Contact Hours Available
CRSW Performance Domains: 3-4
LADC/MLADC Categories of Competence: 5-7 & 15-17
CPS Domains: 6
NBCC: LICSW/L-MFT/LCMHC (Category A) & Psychologist Category A
NH Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors Association has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider. ACEP No 6754. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. NHADACA is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.
PLEASE NOTE: Only one registrant per form. For multiple registrants you must register each one individually. Registration is not complete or guaranteed until payment is received. Payment by means other than credit card may slow down completion of registration. Checks and cash are still accepted, however, your registration will be placed on a pending list until payment is received. We strongly encourage payment by credit card for training of high demand topics. Thank you.
This training is financed under a contract with the State of NH, Department of Health and Human Services, with funds provided in part by the State of NH and/or such funding sources as were available or required, e.g., the United States Department of Health and Human Services.
