Presented by The Partnership for Safe Families
Trainer: Krischa Esquivel
Krischa has worked in the field of early care and education/human development for over 20 years. Krischa is an advocate for one of the most vulnerable populations: children and has used this advocacy to write a parenting book, deliver a TedX talk and works with programs and school districts across the country

CE Hours: 1.5

The first webinar in our trauma series explores what childhood trauma is, how traumatic responses may look different in children, and how childhood trauma can influence our well-being into adulthood. Discuss what factors influence the intensity of trauma reactions and what we can do to decrease the impact in this one-hour webinar with a licensed therapist. Part 1 in a 3-part series.
Meet the Instructor: Susan Dannen is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. Susan trained at Jane Addams College of Social Work, University of Illinois Chicago for her MSW and specializes in child and adult mental health, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, play therapy, foster care, and adoption.

CE Hours: 1.5

Presented by CalTrin
This informative webinar is the first training in CalTrin’s monthly Protective Factor series. This month, we will begin with a high-level overview of the five Protective Factors designed for child- and family-serving professionals. During this session, your facilitator will discuss each Protective Factor and provide strategies for practical application. This session is presented in an engaging lecture format. In this engaging lecture-format webinar we will: 1. Review the five Protective Factors that help keep families strong and prevent child abuse and neglect, as well as their updated definitions 2. Identify key strategies and concrete everyday actions that help families build Protective Factors 3. Explore what it means to work with families in a strength-based way 4. Share Protective Factors resources for providers and families

CE Hours: 2

While stress at work is common, constant and overwhelming anxiety can negatively impact productivity, confidence, and overall health. Discuss common anxiety triggers and learn practical strategies for managing stress, setting boundaries, and building resilience in this one-hour seminar sponsored by United Way of Central Iowa.
Meet the Instructor: Alex Rohn, LMHC, is a licensed mental health counselor and a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa. Alex has worked in a variety of clinical and academic settings providing individual and group therapy as well as education and outreach surrounding trauma, mental health and stress management. Prior to her role at Mindspring Mental Health Alliance, she coordinated programs and provided mental health education to educators and parents for a school mental health non-profit in the metro. In her free time, she enjoys chasing her twin girls, spending time with friends and family, and volunteering with other mental health and suicide prevention organizations.

CE Hours: 1.5