Come learn about art-based and evidence-based strategies known to reduce stress and lift spirits. Deepen this knowledge by putting these science-backed tools into immediate practice, first applying to self and then working with a team during the workshop. Discover how to be more effective promoting relational cohesion when providing for those with high exposure to chronic and toxic stress through ACEs Aware and trauma-informed practices.

Course Objectives:

–Participants will learn three strategies to promote relational cohesion as well as stress reduction.

–Participants will practice three strategies through hands-on learning and deepen the experience through role play with colleagues.

–Participants will be able to explain the scientific rationale of the stress-reducing interventions utilizing psychoeducational materials available in the public domain through the ACE Aware Initiative.

–Participants will learn how to assess for exposure to Adverse Childhood Experiences using the PEARLS, and how to promote responsive trauma-informed coping.