From Knowing to Doing: Trauma-Informed Leadership for Social Workers in Practice

Specialty Practice Sections Webinar

Date and Time: Monday, June 23, 2025 (1 – 2 pm ET)

Presenter: Carrie Freshour, LCSW-C

CEs: 1 Social Work contact hour

This webinar equips social workers with the tools to bridge the gap between trauma-informed theory and practical application. Participants will learn actionable strategies to enhance self-awareness, regulate stress responses, and foster inclusive, trauma-informed team cultures. The session focuses on turning knowledge into action, addressing personal and systemic barriers, and providing practical tools to lead with emotional intelligence and resilience in today’s challenging social work environments.

Objectives:

• Building self-awareness to model trauma-informed principles and lead with emotional intelligence.
• Translating trauma-informed knowledge into actionable strategies you can implement in your practice this week.
• Identifying and addressing personal and systemic barriers to foster safer, more inclusive environments for teams and clients.

Cost: SPS Members: Free / Non-SPS NASW Members: $20 / Non-NASW Member: $35