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ACE Foundation Programs
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the intersectionality between neurodivergence, intellectual disabilities, and trauma. However, there is a lack of specialized training in diagnosing and treating trauma in individuals with these unique characteristics. This training program aims to bridge this gap by providing comprehensive education and practical tools for professionals working with neurodivergent and individuals with intellectual disabilities who have experienced trauma. We will begin by gaining a basic understanding of intellectual disabilities, neurodivergence, and trauma with a focus on the intersectionality of each. We will then explore how trauma manifests differently in these populations and what that means for diagnosis and treatment. Finally, we will discuss concrete strategies for the treatment of trauma in individuals with intellectual disabilities and neurodivergence.
*NYSSCSW Discount applies to NYSSCSW current members only.
**Student Discount only applies to full time students currently enrolled in social work and MHP master level programs.
If this is your first time taking an ACE Foundation program not not shared with the NYSSCSW, you will be prompted to make your complimentary account on the ACE Foundation Learning Center platform, where you will be able to access all current and future programs and course materials from your dashboard. You will be asked to set a password for your new ACE Foundation Learning Center account.
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Live Online via Zoom
The Advanced Clinical Education (ACE) Foundation of the NYS Society for Clinical Social Work, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists #MFT-0028; licensed mental health counselors #MHC-0045; licensed psychoanalysts #P-0017; licensed psychologists #PSY-0121; licensed social workers #SW-0056; and licensed creative art therapists #CAT-0120.
Out-of-state providers are welcome to request a certificate upon completion of the presentation evaluation but must check with their own state licensing boards to inquire about whether or not the certificate is recognized as transferrable for CEs in their state’s jurisdiction.
1. Participants will learn how trauma manifests differently in individuals with neurodivergence and intellectual disabilities compared to neurotypical individuals.
2. Participants will gain skills on how to recognize and diagnose trauma in individuals with neurodivergence and intellectual disabilities.
3. Participants will learn concrete strategies for supporting and treating individuals with neurodivergence and intellectual disabilities who have experienced trauma.
Psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, licensed psychoanalysts, nurse practitioners and family and marriage/couple therapists, mental health counselors and licensed creative art therapists.
This seminar is appropriate for clinicians with all levels of experience.
Jen Chess, LCSW has a passion for helping others. Jen has worked in schools, at community mental health centers, for nonprofits and for the State of New York. Throughout her career she has worked as a therapist, researcher, peer support partner, home health aide, direct care staff, advocate, care manager, trainer, consultant and crisis worker. She currently works for the New York State Office of People With Developmental Disabilities. She also runs Three Circles Therapy Services, a private psychotherapy practice, and Paper Thoughts Program, an organization that focuses on providing journals and journaling resources to kids in need. Jen graduated Suma Cum Laude from SUNY Purchase with a BA in Psychology and a minor in Women’s Studies in 2012. She graduated Suma Cum Laude from New York University with a Master of Social Work degree in 2015. Jen is currently enrolled in the Doctoral Social Work program through Simmons University and is expected to graduate in May of 2027.
Contact Hours will be awarded once the entire course is completed, as evidenced by signing in and out and completing a course evaluation. Certificates will be available in your ACE Learning Center Dashboard immediately upon completion of your course evaluation.
ACE welcomes participants with diverse abilities. Please contact Kristin or Debbie at info.acefoundation@gmail.com, at time of registration, to request accessibility accommodations. Accommodation requests are considered in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities ACT (ADA), Section 505 of the Rehabilitation ACT.
Cancellations made at least five days before the event will be refunded less a 10% cancellation fee. For cancellation please call 1-800-288-4279, or email us at info.acefoundation@gmail.com.
Should Inclement weather occur, we will be notifying all registrants via the email by which the registrant signed up. Please be sure to check your email before you leave for the course.
