Expertise
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Structured Sensory Interventions for Children, Adolescents
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Mindfulness Fundamentals
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Criminal Sexual Conduct Laws and Policies
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Yoga Foster Teacher
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Somatic Techniques for PTSD and Anxiety
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Sexual Assault Advocate/Counselor
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Healing Centered Parent Practices
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Strong psychology, child psychopathology and trauma background developed from direct service and training
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Proven ability to facilitate school and mental health professionals' instruction for their development and an improved culture
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Successfully developing and implementing discipline standards and behavior interventions
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Passion and experience working with schools and organizations to help staff build awareness and shifts in mindset to best work with children they serve
Qualifications
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10+ years of trainer experience
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Certified Trauma Practitioner, Educational & Clinical
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Behavior Support Team Member
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Legal Advocate for survivors of violent crimes
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Comprehensive knowledge of IEP socioemotional goal setting
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Lead and developed alternative to suspension programming
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Strong background in youth experiencing trauma in both educational and residential environments
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Instructional experience with students identified as ASD, Emotionally and/or Cognitively Impaired
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Deep understanding of school-based and non traditional behavior support team structure and function
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Versed in alternatives to suspensions
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Extensive knowledge in socioemotional learning
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Curriculum development
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Excellent group facilitation skills
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Confirmed results in rapport building with and between students and teachers