WMHCA: EMPOWERING HEALING: 5 TRAUMA-INFORMED TREATMENT STRATEGIES FOR CHILDBIRTH-RELATED PTSD
Presented by
Dr. ValliThis webinar presents a comprehensive exploration of childbirth-related post-traumatic stress disorder (CB-PTSD) treatment, highlighting five trauma-informed approaches:
Overview
1.5 CEs (Health Equity) Recorded: Winter: 2025
This webinar presents a comprehensive exploration of childbirth-related post-traumatic stress disorder (CB-PTSD) treatment, highlighting five trauma-informed approaches: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for symptom management and cognitive restructuring; Solution-Focused Therapy for identifying strengths and building resilience; Relational Cultural Therapy (RCT) for fostering relational connections and community support; Ancestral and Collectivistic Healing Practices for integrating cultural heritage and community wisdom; and Narrative Therapy for reauthoring experiences and reclaiming personal narratives. By integrating these evidence-based and culturally sensitive modalities, mental health counselors can enhance their clinical practice, promoting holistic healing and empowerment for individuals affected by CB-PTSD.
Participants will:
Gain knowledge on childbirth-related PTSD, its symptoms, and evidence-based treatment approaches. Learn practical skills and strategies for treating CB-PTSD, including CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Relational Cultural Therapy, Ancestral and Collectivistic Healing Practices, and Narrative Therapy Will be able to create a safe, supportive, and culturally sensitive therapeutic environment, promoting holistic healing and empowerment for individuals affected by CB-PTSD.
About the Presenter
Dr. Valli is an award-winning, nationally recognized trauma-informed mental health counselor and counselor educator. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in counseling and counselor education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG). Her previous degrees include a Master of Science in clinical mental health counseling, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Currently, she serves as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oregon. She is the owner and founder of Soulfulness Counseling, LLC, a private practice dedicated to serving women who have been exposed to early childhood trauma, in addition to being a Clinical Faculty at Southern New Hampshire university. An expert on minority women’s mental health needs, she has served as a consultant and speaker for several nonprofits and agencies. In addition to her numerous service roles, she also serves as the Associate Editor for The Professional Counselor, an open- access peer-reviewed counseling journal dedicated to advancing knowledge in the counseling field. As a counselor educator, Dr. Valli maintains a special commitment to experiential education when training graduate students in counseling. Her expertise in counseling skills, assessment in counseling, and trauma and crisis counseling are deeply appreciated by her colleagues and students. Her areas of research interest include international student mental health, AAPI mental health. Currently, she serves as a full-time Clinical Faculty at Southern New Hampshire University in the Counseling program. She also serves as an Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Counseling at Palo Alto University and Saybrook University. She is a leader and change agent within the counseling profession and has spearheaded several grant-funded research initiatives which have been published in top-tier peer-reviewed counseling and allied journals. Dr. Valli is passionate about sustainability, gardening, and cooking. She enjoys connecting with land and natural beauty with her husband and baby boy.