Adoption Trauma: It Can Begin Pre-Birth (2HR)

When we experience deep and tragic loss, our responses can vary significantly. Some clients have trouble accessing the words to fully describe the feelings and thoughts associated with this loss. This is where the expressive arts can help. Art is a different way to be able to relay the impact of loss and start the healing process, especially for those who are feeling “stuck.” Clinicians and clients do not need to be artists themselves to use these interventions in sessions, because it is not about the product but the act.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Determine how art can be helpful for clients in the grief and loss cycle
• Teach and utilize art in session to address grief
• Discuss emotional response to the art with clients

Social workers completing this course receive 2 Clinical asynchronous continuing education credits.

For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 2 hours of Clinical, Evidence Based Practices, and General Skill Building continuing education training.

Course Instructor: Stacy Blankenship