This webinar is part of the “Overcoming Obstacles” series, focusing on sustaining behavioral health care in practice, specifically addressing childhood trauma through trauma-informed care. The webinar is for informational purposes only, and viewers should consult a professional advisor for specific advice. The series is a collective product of leading physician organizations, aiming to equip physicians with knowledge for a whole-person, integrated, and equitable approach to physical, mental, and behavioral health care.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • What is Trauma Informed Care (TIC)?
  • How do early experiences influence brain development?
  • Developmental Perspectives on Trauma
  • WITH – Wondering together, Investigating, Treating, and Hope
  • Write a prescription for wellness, and many more!

About the Speaker: Dr. Heather C. Forkey

Dr. Heather C. Forkey is a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, where she also serves as Vice Chair of Pediatrics and Director of the Foster Children Evaluation Service (FaCES) and the Child Protection Program at UMass Memorial Children’s Medical Center.

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