The objectives of this webinar are to:
- Enhance the capabilities of providers in recognizing and meeting refugee mental health needs,
- Assist social service providers in responding to recent increases in suicide attempts in the refugee community
- Present indicators, warning signs and prevalence of PTSD, depression, somaticization and suicidal ideation
- Present evidence-based interventions for addressing PTSD, depression, somatiicization and suicide
This webinar is presented by Kristin L. Towhill, LCSW, a psychotherapist who serves as the Clinical Supervisor at the Florida Center for Survivors of Torture. She has worked extensively with clients with trauma and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder from torture, combat, and sexual abuse and assault. She has presented to a range of professionals, laypeople, and students on PTSD, complex trauma, dissociative disorders, and diversity.
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Download the Information Guide: Suicide Precaution: How to Identify When Levels of Sadness or Depression are a Concern
Download the Information Guide: Substance Abuse and the Torture Survivor Experience
Download the Information Guide: Working with Refugees with PTSD
View the webinar: “Working with Refugees with PTSD”