Created by: Heather M. Truog, OTD, OTR/L, PYT
capstone project for post-professional doctoral program
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
SEXUAL ASSAULT & PTSD
Aspects of Clinical Application:
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Applies standardized screening for trauma exposure
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Collaborates inter-disciplinarily to achieve best-practice outcomes for women identified with PTSD
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Biopsychosocial assessment and intervention planning relative to the occupational profile and perceived impact upon quality of life
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Actionable interventions to promote optimal function and regulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis
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Education and training for execution of mind-body practices designed to 'down train' the autonomic nervous system (ANS); and facilitated transition to parasympathetic state
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Facilitation of soft tissue and musculo-structural mobilization to diminish systemic fatigue, pain, and guarding response
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Education and health promotion of lifestyle management pertaining to nutrition/diet, sleep habits, and social patterning
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Potential Certifications:
International Association of Trauma Professionals
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Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCPT)
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Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute
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Somatic Experiencing ™ Professional Training
Specialized Training/Education:
PESI, inc. (offering MANY online and in-person seminars)
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Restoring Life After Sexual Trauma (digital seminar)
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Sexually Exploited Children and Adolescents (digital seminar)
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PTSD and Trauma in Children and Adolescents: Assessment and Effective Treatment (digital seminar)
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Advanced Mindfulness Toolbox for Rewiring the Brain: Intensive Mindfulness Training for Anxiety, Depression, Pain, PTSD, and Stress-Related Symptoms (online course)
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Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehab Institute
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Trauma Awareness for the Pelvic Therapist
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