Trauma-Informed Motivational Interviewing
A 4-Module Training Series
The series begins by exploring the real-world impact of trauma on individuals with IDD, drawing on personal experiences to illustrate how communication barriers and gaps in understanding within healthcare settings can lead to lasting emotional and psychological harm. From there, participants are introduced to the core principles of motivational interviewing and how to integrate trauma-informed approaches into everyday practice, using real-life examples to build practical skills.
The third module shifts focus to the care team itself, addressing secondary trauma, strategies for building organizational resilience, and the practical application of the Resilient Zone concept to sustain a healthy, supportive team culture.
The series concludes by bringing the focus back to the individual, reinforcing key concepts around trauma and IDD while introducing patient-centered care strategies and what genuine autonomy looks like for people with IDD in practice.
Together, these four modules offer a complete framework — from understanding trauma’s impact, to applying evidence-based interviewing techniques, to sustaining resilient care teams, to centering the dignity and self-determination of every individual served.
Modules Included
Trauma Informed Motivational Interviewing Module 1
This module explores the profound effects of trauma on individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Through a recorded interview and accompanying presentation slides, we delve into the personal experiences of an individual with IDD who faced...
Trauma Informed Motivational Interviewing Module 2
In this session, you'll explore the principles of motivational interviewing and learn to apply trauma-informed approaches for supporting individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). The module includes an overview of motivational interviewing,...
Trauma Informed Motivational Interviewing Module 3
This module is focused on building resilience within care teams to support individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). You'll learn about the effects of secondary trauma, strategies for fostering organizational culture changes, and practical...
Trauma Informed Motivational Interviewing Module 4
In this session, you will review trauma and IDD, explore trauma-informed patient centered care strategies for people with IDD, and understand what autonomy looks like for people with IDD.
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