This two-part virtual series will explore some of the common themes that arise when working with couples where one or both partners is a trauma survivor. Trauma, particularly childhood trauma of abuse and neglect, alters a person’s nervous system and creates a number of long-lasting sequelae that impact intimate relationships.
This full-day workshop will be delivered in English and in two parts. Attendance to both is mandatory to receive the CEC's.
The first part will be on January 25, 2025. The second part will be on February 1, 2025.
Both will be held from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. (ET)
We will mix mini lectures about poly vagal theory, dissociation and attachment with experiential exercises and small group activities. In addition, we will discuss concrete interventions to assist couples to create a secure and loving relationship.
About The Presenter
Maureen McEvoy, MA, RCC, and Certified Imago Therapist.
Many, many years ago Maureen was a volunteer with a sexual assault centre in Ontario. Intrigued by that experience, she changed careers, going back to school to earn her degree in Counselling Psychology. Since then, she has worked with many survivors of trauma – both historical and recent. She works with individuals, couples and groups.
She is a long-standing instructor with the Justice Institute of BC, teaching other counsellors skills for working with complex trauma.
She provides clinical consultations to a number of counsellors and agencies. She has written several articles, including one co-authored with Maggie Ziegler on countertransference in trauma
She does extensive work with couples where one or both of the partners is a trauma survivor, either recent or historical. She has taken many trainings to develop skills in couples work, including Imago Relationship Therapy, the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), The Developmental Model and, most recently, Stan Takin’s Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT).
Maureen is a certified Imago Relationship therapist (Advanced Clinician) and Clinical Consultant. She is a BCACC Approved Clinical Supervisor. She also presents the Imago-based Getting the Love You Want weekend workshops for couples.
This session will not be recorded, is eligible for 12 CEC's, and open to anyone. The knowledge level is intermediate.
Cost:
- Non-CCPA Member $220
- CCPA & QCA members $200
- Students $180
- QCA students $160
QCA Two-Part Series: Working with Couples Where One or Both Partners is a Trauma Survivor
- Saturday Jan 25 2025, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Feb 01 2025, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM -
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