Ethics of Trauma

Formerly titled: Ethics of Trauma and Disaster Response: Doing Right, Doing Good. Trauma, by definition, is unbearable and intolerable. It affects not only those who are directly exposed to it, but also those who are exposed to it vicariously. Trauma treatment challenges the traditional role of clinicians and presents a variety of pitfalls that can create ethical dilemmas. This webinar offers participants a framework for dealing with the overwhelming ethical challenges of trauma treatment. The definitions and prevalence of trauma and PTSD are introduced and the basic principles of trauma informed care are reviewed. Using these as a foundation, participants are then introduced to the principles of trauma informed ethical practice and the unique ethical considerations in trauma treatment. Vicarious traumatization and the importance of self-care are reviewed. The webinar concludes with a “roadmap” that clinicians can apply to the “overwhelm”, to assist in integrating all of the pieces of the trauma puzzle and to guide them on their journey as they embark on the important work of providing trauma treatment. Opportunities to apply the principles and steps of the roadmap will be offered. [Required for Trauma Response & Crisis Intervention Certificate Program]

*This webinar does not qualify for NBCC clock hours in ethics for Licensed Professional Counselors.

Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 2.0 Clinical, 1.0 Ethics

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Instructor: Lori Schlosser, PhD, MSW Date: Monday, June 2, 2025 Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm ET Location: Live Interactive Online Webinar

Webinar Objectives

1. Define trauma and the prevalence of trauma and PTSD
2. Describe the Unique Ethical Considerations in Trauma Treatment
3. Summarize the major elements and principles of SAMSHA” model of trauma -informed care
4. Explain and consider the unique ethical considerations in trauma treatment
5. Review Potential Legal Obligations and Codes of Ethics
6. Integrate all of the Above Information by Applying a Roadmap to Guide Trauma Treatment

Webinar Outline

9:30am: Introduction to Trauma and Its Prevalence and Agenda for the Day

9:45am to 11:30am: PowerPoint Presentation and Discussion -Review of the essential elements and principles of trauma informed care -Discussion of Principles of Trauma-Informed Ethical Practice -Understanding Unique Ethical Considerations in Trauma Treatment -Potential Legal Obligations and Agency Policy

12:00pm - Putting it All Together- Applying the Roadmap

12:30pm: Discussion and Concluding Comments

Target Audience

Social Workers and Allied Health Professionals

Content Level

Beginner - Advanced

Webinar Completion Requirements

To earn CE credit, social workers must log in at the scheduled time, attend the entire course, and complete an online course evaluation. Certificates of completion will be emailed within 10 business days of course completion.

System Requirements

• Operating Systems: Windows XP or higher, MacOS 9 or higher, Android 4.0 or higher
• Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher, Google Chrome, Firefox 10.0 or higher
• Broadband Internet connection: Cable, High-speed DSL & any other medium that is internet accessible.

About the Instructor

Lori R. Schlosser, PhD, MSW, has over 25 years of administrative and policy related experience in the public mental health field. In 2008, she retired from the position of Deputy Assistant Director of the Office of State Hospital Management in the NJ Division of Mental Health Services. During her years in the Division of Mental Health Services, Lori was intimately involved in the areas of quality improvement, program evaluation, risk management, supervision, and team building. Since 2008, Dr. Schlosser has created and conducted a variety of lively, experiential continuing education programs for helping professionals for many human service organizations. Lori has a doctorate and Master's degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. She is a part-time lecturer at the Rutgers School of Social Work, teaching courses in mental health policy, health care and aging and social welfare policy. Dr. Schlosser has a certificate of specialization in gerontology and special expertise in wellness, recovery, self-care and resilience. She is a Certified Rubenfeld Synergist, owner of Touch Talk Transform LLC.