Family Violence Training for all Millbrook Band and Community members

Facilitated by Sheri Coburn from the Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute

February 26th 9am-4pm and February 27th 9am-4pm

Location TBA

Lunch provided for one hour break 12pm-1pm

Mental Health support will be on site for participants

Register with Maddie Bernard @ mbernard@millbrookhealth.ca or by calling the Health Centre 902-895-9648

50 spaces available

*For those that need it, Transportation can be requested when registering*  

Additional details:

“Workshop Description Family Violence: Family violence occurs in every community and culture, and it has profound effects on every person involved. This workshop examines different forms of violence within family relationships, including psychological, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse.Assessment areas will be reviewed to help understand the impact of violence on individuals, relationships, and communities... Participants will learn to promote safety with children, adults, and in relationships. Topics Included • Myths of Family Violence • Components of Healthy Relationships • Factors Influencing Family Violence • Risk and Protective Factors • Attachment Bonds in Relationships • Approaches to Working With Family Violence • Working Toward Solutions • Supporting Families to End Violence • Assessment and Safety • Working With Adults Experiencing Abuse • Working With Adults Who Use Abuse • Children and Family Violence • Community Interventions”

“CTRI Trainer: Sheri Coburn MSW, RSW Sheri is a Registered Social Worker who holds a Master of Social Work degree and a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology. She has a diverse professional background with experience as a correctional officer, addictions counsellor, and developer and coordinator of a domestic violence outreach program. Sheri is a contributing author of our Counselling Insights and Counselling in Relationships books. In addition to her work with CTRI, Sheri is also a counsellor in a private practice setting. She currently provides individual and family counselling in the areas of mental health, addiction, recovering after relationship breakdown, and trauma. Sheri believes humor, self-acceptance, and social connection is the best framework for successful healing and meaningful learning. Sheri works to reflect this in her facilitation style and is a knowledgeable, passionate, and engaging presenter.”