Healing the Mother Wound (1.5HR) Presented by Ashley Esry, LCSW, LCAS

Within the unique dynamics of a mother-daughter relationship, it is common for ruptures and attachment wounds to occur. But what happens when one is chronically under-mothered: lacking the nurturing, protection, and guidance sought from the mother figure? In this training, we will explore this aspect of attachment known as the mother wound, and discuss ways to assist clients in the healing process. Based on the book ‘Mother Hunger’ by Kelly McDaniel.

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

• Define mother hunger and how it relates to attachment theory.
• Identify the challenges of clients experiencing mother hunger and how to identify a mother wound
• Apply interventions and exercises for clients to process and heal from mother hunger.

Social workers completing this course receive 1.5 General asynchronous continuing education credits.

For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 1.5 hours of General Skill Building and Evidence-Based Practices continuing education training.

Course Instructor: Ashley Esry, LCSW, LCAS

Recording Date: 10/04/2024