Registration for this event begins in May.

Details: September 12, 2024 (10am - 2:30pm CT, including a 30-minute lunch break)
*Up to 4 CE credits will be issued to those attending this virtual opportunity.

Description: This training takes the attendee in-depth into understanding the impact of trauma through a developmental and relational lens. Participants will learn in detail both the short and long effects trauma exposure has on the developing brain and body of a child, thus impacting overall developmental trajectories, social/emotional growth, and behavior. In addition, this workshop will discuss the importance that relationships have on either mitigating or exasperating trauma impact.  Attendees will learn about the various attachment types, factors that impede caregivers’ ability to form secure relational bonds with their children, and strategies to cultivate resilience when working with children and families who have a trauma history.  

Presenter Information:

Jesse (Jess) Bernal, LMFT is an Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who holds a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, a certification of specialization in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation, and a certification of specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis.  He has spent over 15 years working with the birth to five population, specifically focusing on infant and early childhood mental health, neural and social/emotional development, inclusion of children with diverse learning needs, staff and caregiver wellness, and mitigating the long-term effects of early childhood trauma. In addition, Jess is an adjunct professor at Pacific Oaks College in Pasadena, CA for both the School of Cultural and Family Psychology and the School of Education, and has served as a research associate to authors in the field such as Dr. Daniel Seigel and Dr. Barbara Stroud. Jess provides consultation and training to multiple Head Start, Early Head Start, and Early Childhood Education programs across the country and is a nationwide speaker and presenter. Jess strives to increase the general understanding of social/emotional development and behavior through a trauma-informed lens, while always staying true to the core values of inclusion, diversity, equity, and social justice. 

A Note on WAFCA Webinars:

• Webinars are live virtual learning opportunities designed to be accessed by individuals. Group participation is not encouraged; post-webinar group discussions are a recommended alternative.
• In order to offer CE credits for these virtual learning opportunities via NBCC, WAFCA verifies attendance using Zoom. Each registrant receives a unique link that confirms their attendance and email address for CE certificates. Link sharing is not permitted, and CE credits are not available for unregistered participants.

About our Offerings:

WAFCA has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6778. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. WAFCA is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. Visit the WAFCA-CE registration page for more information on fees and policies. 

Wisconsin Association of Family & Children's Agencies (WAFCA)
PO Box 14663, Madison, WI 53708