Description
Complex trauma changes the way that an individual views themselves, others, and the world around them. Often due to these pervasive traumas, individuals develop negative and automatic thoughts, often referred to as “stuck points.” Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) helps individuals to recognize these stuck points that often impede one’s ability to process and heal from trauma. CPT is an evidence-based treatment modality that has been proven to be effective in treating individuals with complex trauma. It has been endorsed by the US Department of Veterans Affairs and Defense, the American Psychological Association, the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, and many more as a treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and related conditions. Through the use of case vignettes, videos, polls, and group discussions, attendees will learn effective and concrete tools to help their clients unpack and repack their trauma narratives using CPT. While CPT is a treatment modality often used with active servicemembers and veterans, research has indicated that it can be used with a wide range of individuals with a primary diagnosis of PTSD, regardless of military experience. This webinar will provide you with an array of tools, resources, and handouts to help clients with PTSD get unstuck so that they can heal despite their trauma narratives. This is an interactive workshop where case vignettes will be presented and participants will work in a group setting.
Instructor
Cruz and Associates
Ms. Cruz is a bilingual (Spanish/English) clinical and forensic social worker with over twenty years of experience working in the mental health and legal arena. She is a qualified expert witness in clinical and forensic social work in numerous jurisdictions and courts in Maryland and at the federal level. She concentrates on cases involving illegal or harsh sentences, post-conviction relief, modifications of sentences, and juveniles charged as adults. Ms. Cruz is the founder and CEO of Cruz & Associates, LLC, a consulting firm that specializes in preparing comprehensive forensic psychosocial reports for criminal and civil matters, continuing education, and psychotherapy. When not working on cases, she is an avid continuing education presenter who specializes in trauma and ethics.
Ms. Cruz is a graduate of the Catholic University of America with a BA in psychology. She received her Master of Social Work, specializing in mental health and addiction, from University of Maryland School of School Work. In 2014, she completed an advanced two-year, post-graduate Forensic Social Work Certification through the University of Maryland Continuing Education Department. In 2008, she co-created the Forensic Social Work Committee for NASW-MD, and in 2010 she became the sole chair, a position she maintained until 2016, when she resigned due to other professional obligations. She continues to advocate for legislative changes. She maintains various professional memberships and affiliations and has been a professor at University of Maryland School of Social Work (Shady Grove and Baltimore campus) and has taught at Catholic University of America Social Work Graduate School.
Agenda & Learning Objectives
AGENDA:
8:45 – 09:00 - Log On/Registration
09:00 - 10:00 - Learning Objectives, Undocumented Youth & Trauma
10:00 - 11:00 - Power Point: Cultural & linguistic barriers (Case Examples)
11:00 - 11:15 - Break
11:15 – 12:00- Pre and Post Migration Trauma (Group Discussion & Videos)
12:00 – 12:45 - Power Point: Screening Tools, Assessment, and case presentation
12:45 – 1:15 - Presentation Summary, Questions
1:15 Adjournment
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Upon the completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
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Define and articulate the connections between post-traumatic stress disorder and cognitive processing therapy.
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Summarize the four main parts of CPT: education about PSTD & CPT, processing the trauma, challenging thoughts, and trauma themes.
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Understand and explore the three main goals of CPT: reflect, redefine and recover.
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Effectively utilize case examples to appraise and apply various assessment and treatment modalities to further enhance the learning experience.
Bibliography & References
BIBLIOGRAPHY & REFERENCES
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Briere, J. and Scott, C. (2014). Principles of trauma therapy: A guide to symptoms, evaluation, and treatment. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Pubs.
Erozkan, A. (2016). The Link between Types of Attachment and Childhood Trauma. Universal Journal of Education Research 4(5): 1071-1079. DOI: 10.13189/ujer.2016.040517
Konig, Julia. et al. (2019) Young people’s trauma-related cognitions before and after cognitive processing therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder. Psychology and Psychotherapy, Theory, Research and Practice (2021), 94- 33-44
LoSavio, Stefanie. et al. (2022) Clinician Concerns About Cognitive Processing Therapy: A Review of the Evidence. Cognitive and Behavioral Practice
Mandic, Tijana. (2019) The PTSD Worksheet: A Journey to Resilience and Beyond, Between Sessions Resources, Norwalk CT
Moring, J. et al. (2020) Cognitive Processing Therapy for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder via Telehealth: Practical Considerations During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Journal of Traumatic Stress, 33, 371-379
Resick, Patricia. et al. (2017) Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD: A Comprehensive Manual. New York: Guilford Press.
Resick, Patricia. et al. (2017). Effect of Group vs Individual Cognitive Processing Therapy in Active-Duty Military Seeking Treatment for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Psychiatry, 74, 28–36.
Ringel, S. & Brandell, J. (2019). Trauma: Contemporary Directions in Trauma Theory, Research, and Practice, Second Edition, Columbia University Press
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Watkins, L,. Sprang, K. R. & Rothbaum, B.O. (2018). Treating PTSD: A Review of Evidence-Based Psychotherapy Interventions. Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience, Volume 12, Article 258 https://doi.org/10.3389/fnbeh.2018.00258
Target Audience
Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists
We welcome anyone interested in the topic!
Late Fees and Refunds
The base price is $85, which includes CE credit.
Late Fee: On 7/4/2025 , a non-refundable late fee of $20 is added to the base price. Late fees cannot be refunded or applied to account credit.
Cancellations: **ALL cancellations will be subjected to a $35.00 administration fee.** To be eligible for a refund or CPE account credit, cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the workshop.
For more information, please read the general policies on our website.
ADA Accommodations
If you are requesting ADA accommodations, please contact our office via email at least two weeks prior to the workshop date. Requests after that date may not be fulfilled.
Our email address is cpe@ssw.umaryland.edu.
Evaluation
Participants will have access to the evaluation after attendance has been verified. Evaluations will be available for one (1) week after the workshop has ended.
After one (1) week, participants will no longer have access to the evaluation and will have to contact CPE about reactivation.
