Approved Training

Trauma Recovery

Overview

This syllabus outlines an in-depth course on trauma recovery, focusing on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of trauma, its effects, and evidence-based approaches to recovery and healing.

Training Hours by Domain

Advocacy 9.00 hrs

Ethical Responsibility 6.00 hrs

Mentoring / Education 12.00 hrs

Recovery / Wellness 12.00 hrs

Total Hours 39.00

Applies to Certifications

Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor (CCDC)

Location: United States
Total Hours: 39 CEU Hours
Dates: Aug 24, 2026 – Aug 27, 2026
Price: Free
Instructor(s): TRAUMA RECOVERY SPECIALIZATION
TOTAL HOURS: 12 Hours
TOTAL CEUS: 12 CEUs
SCHEDULE: August 24–27, 2026 (Monday–Thursday | 3 Hours Per Day)
DELIVERY FORMAT: Virtual
TARGET AUDIENCE: Behavioral Health Professionals, Peer Recovery Specialists, Case Managers, Community Health Workers, Social Workers, Counselors, Mental Health Professionals, Healthcare Professionals, Crisis Response Professionals, and Human Service Professionals

STARTS
August 24, 2026
Upcoming Cohorts Available

DURATION
This 12-hour specialization is delivered over four consecutive days (Monday through Thursday), with 3 hours of live virtual instruction each day. Participants engage in instructor-led psychoeducation, interactive discussions, trauma-informed case studies, applied learning activities, and structured reflection exercises designed to strengthen professional competencies in trauma recovery, psychological wellness, and evidence-informed behavioral health practice.

DELIVERY FORMAT
Virtual | Live Instructor-Led | Interactive Learning | Evidence-Informed Psychoeducation

OVERVIEW OF THE TRAUMA RECOVERY SPECIALIZATION
Trauma affects individuals, families, and communities in profound ways, influencing emotional well-being, physical health, relationships, and overall quality of life. Whether resulting from adverse childhood experiences, interpersonal violence, disasters, military service, or other life-altering events, unresolved trauma can significantly increase the risk of mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and long-term health complications. Professionals working within behavioral health and healthcare settings must possess the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize trauma, respond compassionately, and promote healing through evidence-informed, recovery-oriented approaches.

THEESEEDS Institute developed this specialization to prepare behavioral health professionals with practical competencies in trauma recovery grounded in psychological wellness, trauma-informed care, and person-centered practice. Participants explore the biological, psychological, social, and environmental impacts of trauma while strengthening their ability to support individuals across diverse recovery journeys.

Throughout this specialization, participants examine trauma and post-traumatic stress, identify protective factors that foster resilience, explore evidence-based and holistic recovery interventions, and integrate trauma-informed principles into clinical and community-based practice. Emphasis is placed on promoting safety, empowerment, cultural responsiveness, interdisciplinary collaboration, and long-term recovery.

This specialization prepares participants to confidently support trauma survivors while strengthening professional practice across behavioral health, healthcare, education, and community service settings.

THE GROWING NEED FOR TRAUMA RECOVERY PROFESSIONALS
Trauma has become a significant public health concern, affecting individuals across every stage of life and contributing to a wide range of behavioral health, physical health, and social challenges. Healthcare organizations, behavioral health agencies, schools, crisis response teams, and community programs increasingly recognize the importance of trauma-informed care as a standard of professional practice.

Professionals with specialized training in trauma recovery are essential for identifying trauma-related concerns, promoting resilience, reducing the impact of traumatic stress, and supporting individuals through evidence-informed interventions that foster healing and recovery.

WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR?
This specialization is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their competencies in trauma recovery and trauma-informed care, including:
- Behavioral Health Professionals
- Mental Health Professionals
- Peer Recovery Specialists
- Case Managers
- Community Health Workers
- Social Workers
- Counselors
- Healthcare Professionals
- Crisis Intervention Professionals
- Substance Use Disorder Professionals
- Public Health Professionals
- Human Service Professionals
- Individuals Working in Recovery-Oriented and Community-Based Programs

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
MODULE 1: UNDERSTANDING TRAUMA: PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLNESS AS THE CORE OF HEALING
Develop a foundational understanding of trauma, psychological wellness, resilience, protective factors, and the biological, psychological, emotional, and social effects of traumatic experiences across the lifespan.

MODULE 2: UNRAVELING TRAUMA'S REACH: FACTORS, CONSEQUENCES, AND COMMUNITY IMPACT
Examine the causes, risk factors, adverse consequences, and long-term impact of trauma on individuals, families, and communities while exploring the influence of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), social determinants of health, and cultural factors on recovery.

MODULE 3: PATHWAYS TO RECOVERY: EVIDENCE-BASED AND HOLISTIC STRATEGIES FOR PTSD TREATMENT
Explore evidence-informed interventions, trauma-focused therapies, holistic wellness strategies, recovery planning, emotional regulation techniques, and interdisciplinary approaches that promote healing, resilience, and sustainable recovery from trauma and post-traumatic stress.

MODULE 4: APPLIED PRACTICE, CASE INTEGRATION, AND PROFESSIONAL APPROACHES IN TRAUMA RECOVERY
Apply trauma-informed principles through clinical case studies, recovery planning, ethical decision-making, interdisciplinary collaboration, communication strategies, and practical scenarios that strengthen confidence in supporting trauma survivors across behavioral health and healthcare settings.

WHY CHOOSE THEESEEDS INSTITUTE
THEESEEDS Institute delivers evidence-informed behavioral health education designed to prepare professionals to provide compassionate, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented care. Through interactive virtual instruction, applied case discussions, and practical skill development, participants gain competencies that can be immediately integrated into professional practice.
Our curriculum emphasizes psychological wellness, ethical leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, cultural responsiveness, and evidence-informed practice, preparing professionals to improve outcomes for individuals, families, and communities affected by trauma.

JOB MARKET INFORMATION
Professionals completing this specialization may strengthen their qualifications for roles within:
- Behavioral Health Agencies
- Community Mental Health Centers
- Hospitals and Healthcare Systems
- Trauma Recovery Programs
- Substance Use Treatment Programs
- Crisis Response Services
- Schools and Educational Institutions
- Public Health Agencies
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Community-Based Organizations
- Integrated Healthcare Systems
- Veteran and Military Support Programs
While THEESEEDS Institute does not guarantee employment outcomes, professionals with specialized competencies in trauma recovery and trauma-informed care continue to be highly valued as organizations expand integrated behavioral health and recovery services.

DELIVERY EXPERIENCE
Participants will experience:
- Live Virtual Instruction
- Instructor-Led Psychoeducation
- Interactive Discussions
- Trauma-Informed Case-Based Learning
- Applied Clinical Practice Activities
- Structured Reflection Exercises
- Practical Skill Development
- Collaborative Learning
- Professional Networking Opportunities
- Evidence-Informed Educational Resources

IMPORTANT TRAINING INFORMATION
THEESEEDS Institute is committed to advancing behavioral health education through high-quality, evidence-informed psychoeducational training. This specialization is designed to strengthen professional competencies in trauma recovery, trauma-informed care, and psychological wellness while preparing participants to provide ethical, compassionate, and person-centered support across behavioral health, healthcare, education, and community settings.

Participants interested in enrollment, organizational partnerships, or additional program information are encouraged to contact THEESEEDS Institute.

THEESEEDS INSTITUTE
Phone: 443-800-3188
Email: admissions@thewov.org
Website: https://theeseedspsychoeducational.com