(HS Wyss 150342 2025) Natural Disasters & Young Clients: Reducing Trauma & Anxiety Through Preparation and Response
Tracking # 20-1342052
Course overview
In the wake of natural disasters, offering support is crucial, but many people are not equipped with the right tools to effectively guide clients through the trauma. While therapeutic skills are valuable, disaster response requires specific approaches to best serve those affected. Join Dr. Wyss to explore key strategies for providing effective crisis support: Understanding the unique role of disaster response in comparison to traditional therapy Psychoeducation and resource connection during the immediate stages of disaster recovery Addressing the psychological impact throughout recovery Distinguishing between short-term therapy and longer-term support for clients You'll leave better prepared to support youth through the chaos, grief, and uncertainty that natural disasters bring.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
Certified Master Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Board of Psychology
Limited License Psychologist
Psychologist
Florida Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Independent Social Worker
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Social Worker
Marriage and Family Therapist
Registered Social Worker Assistant
Disclosure statements
Financial: Dana Wyss has employment relationships with Stars Behavioral Health Group, Center for Trauma Training, and Loyola Marymount University. She receives royalties as a published author. She is an exam writer at ATCB and reviewer for both ATCB and Accreditation Council for Art Therapy Education and Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. Dana Wyss receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dana Wyss is a member of American Art Therapy Association and Association for Play Therapy.