VOICES NJ Resiliency Symposium | 2018
VOICES Resiliency Symposium
Promoting Resiliency in Communities Impacted by Trauma
Friday, May 18th, 2018
Kean University | North Avenue Academic Building, Union, NJ
Opening Remarks
John FealKeynote Presentation: Transcending Trauma: Promoting Resilience and Coping After Loss
Priscilla Dass-Brailsford, EdD, MPHThe Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Adjunct Faculty Georgetown University
In the aftermath of traumatic events, both individuals and communities can be empowered through culturally appropriate interventions that support resiliency and recovery. In this presentation, innovative models for effective trauma treatment and crisis interventions will be discussed. Participants will gain an understanding of the short and long-term consequences of traumatic events, and develop skills in managing reactions, and practicing self-care strategies.
Accessing Medical and Mental Health Treatment Through the World Trade Center Health Program
Adriana Feder, MDDirector, Trauma and Resilience Program
Associate Director for Research, WTC Mental Health Program
Priyanka Upadhyaya, PhD
Leigh Wilson, MDBuilding Resiliency and Developing Coping Skills
Barry Mascari, EdD, LPC, LCADC
Dr. Jane Webber, PhD, LPC, DRCCAn interactive session helping to develop a plan for resiliency based on recent brain, nervous system, and new research.
Living with Loss: Does Time Heal All Wounds?
Connie Palmer, LCSW
Mandi Zucker, MSWTreatment Modalities
Director, Trauma and Resilience Program
Associate Director for Research, WTC Mental Health Program
Promoting Post-Traumatic Growth
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Adjunct Faculty Georgetown University
Coping When It Really Counts through Mindfulness
Leave with a practical set of skills to promote emotion regulation in time of stress.
VOICES Resiliency Symposium
Friday, May 18, 2018
Kean University
1000 Morris Avenue
North Avenue Academic Building
