Description

Family violence occurs in every community and culture, and it has profound effects on every person involved. This workshop examines different forms of violence within family relationships, including psychological, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. Assessment areas will be reviewed to help understand the impact of violence on individuals, relationships, and communities. Intervention strategies for working with those who perpetrate violence, as well as those who are abused, will be provided. The goal for these interventions is to move beyond shame and hurt to the restoration of relationships and the prevention of further violence. Participants will learn to promote safety with children, adults, and in relationships.

Some of the Topics Reviewed

• Myths of Family Violence
• Components of Healthy Relationships
• Factors Influencing Family Violence
• Risk and Protective Factors
• Attachment Bonds in Relationships
• Approaches to Working With Family Violence
• Working Toward Solutions
• Supporting Families to End Violence
• Assessment and Safety
• Working With Adults Experiencing Abuse
• Working With Adults Who Use Abuse
• Children and Family Violence
• Community Interventions

Learning Objectives

At the end of this workshop, participants should be able to:

• List types and dimensions of family violence
• Summarize a holistic view of healthy relationship goals
• Name impacts on those most vulnerable to family violence
• Define stages of safety in relationship violence
• Describe steps toward fostering change in violent patterns

About this Workshop

ABOUT THE TRAINER

Sheri Coburn, MSW, RSW

Sheri is a Registered Social Worker who holds a Master of Social Work degree and a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology. She has a diverse professional background with experiences as a correctional officer, addictions counsellor and developer and coordinator of a domestic violence outreach program. Sheri is a contributing author of our Counselling Insights and Counselling in Relationships books. In addition to her work with CTRI, Sheri is also a counsellor in a private practice setting. She currently provides individual and family counselling in the areas of mental health, addiction, recovering after relationship breakdown, and trauma. Sheri believes humor, self-acceptance, and social connection is the best framework for successful healing and meaningful learning. Sheri works to reflect this in her facilitation style and is a knowledgeable, passionate, and engaging presenter.

Target Audience

This is an introductory-intermediate level workshop intended for social service and health care professionals, counsellors, social workers, school personnel, and anyone supporting families working to heal from and prevent further family violence.