( HS Paige 150561 2026) Trauma-Informed Supervision Practical Strategies for Ethical Decision-Making and Clinician Wellness
Tracking # 20-1358518
Course overview
Supervising clinicians who work with trauma survivors requires more than good intentions it demands a trauma-informed, evidence based approach. Without it, supervisors risk practicing outside their competence and leaving both clinicians and clients vulnerable. In this session, Melinda Paige, PhD, LPC, CPCS, NCC renowned counselor educator, trauma expert, and author shares practical models and tools for supervisors committed to ethical, trauma-competent practice. Youll learn how to: Apply six key principles of trauma-informed ethical decision-making in supervision Recognize and address supervisee wellness concerns, including secondary traumatic stress and compassion fatigue Use evidence-based techniques to foster resilience, vicarious growth, and competent trauma-sensitive supervision
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
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 Psychology
Limited License Psychologist
Psychologist
Disclosure statements
Financial: Dr. Melinda Paige is the Founding Director of the Institute for Trauma Competency, LLC. She has employment relationships with Capella University and Georgia State University. Dr. Paige receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Melinda Paige is a member of the American Counseling Association, the Association of Counselor Education and Supervision, the International Association for Resilience and Trauma Counseling, the Military and Government Counseling Association, and the Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia.