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To validate the achievement of the learning objectives, a final evaluation in the form of true/false questions is required. It must be completed in order to obtain the certificate of completion. In addition, an optional self-assessment is offered at the beginning and end of the course, allowing you to measure your progress on the targeted skills.

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Compassion Fatigue Training: Polyvagal Theory for Clinical Practice

Name: Overcoming Compassion Fatigue as Mental Health Professionals
Price: 72.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Overview

Secondary trauma exposure significantly impacts clinical effectiveness, yet traditional self-care approaches often fall short in addressing the neurophysiological demands of therapeutic work. This advanced training integrates Polyvagal Theory with clinical practice to address compassion fatigue at its core.

Led by renowned Dr. Patti Ashley, this training strengthens your ability to maintain therapeutic presence while protecting your own nervous system. Drawing on the principles of Polyvagal Theory, you’ll integrate evidence-based strategies for co-regulation, therapeutic empathy, and nervous system regulation into your clinical practice.

Key components include:

Implementing precise neurophysiological strategies to maintain regulated states during challenging clinical encounters
Strengthening your capacity to recognize and address early signs of autonomic dysregulation
Integrating right-brain psychotherapy techniques to enhance therapeutic effectiveness
Developing personalized protocols for maintaining clinical presence during intense emotional engagement

This training transforms theoretical understanding into practical clinical tools, enabling you to maintain therapeutic effectiveness while protecting your capacity for sustained empathic engagement. The skills acquired directly enhance clinical outcomes while preventing professional depletion.

Download the program

1h30 of continuing education
12 lessons that last from 5 to 15 minutes each
1 certificate of achievement
1 PowerPoint
1 bibliography
1 course evaluation
7-day money back guarantee
Unlimited access
76% of participants who completed the satisfaction survey declare they would recommend this course to a colleague

Accreditation

Ordre des Psychologues du Québec

Canadian Psychological Association

Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

Collège des médecins du Québec

For physicians who practice psychotherapy, training recognized by the Ordre des psychologues du Québec is automatically considered as activities adopted by the Collège des médecins, in accordance with Article 3 of the Regulation.

For physicians who do not practice psychotherapy, the College evaluates each recognition request based on the following criteria:

the relevance of the activity to the practice of the profession
the skills and experience of the trainer
the quality of the content and its adequacy with the physician's practice
the pedagogical framework of the activity
the quality of the documentation provided
compliance with the training objectives set out in the regulation
the presence of a certificate of participation or an evaluation

About the expert

Dr. Patti Ashley, PhD, LPC is a renowned psychologist and trauma specialist with over 40 years of clinical experience treating complex trauma and narcissistic abuse. As founder of Authenticity Architects, she pioneered innovative approaches integrating neuroscience, attachment theory, and developmental psychology.

Her groundbreaking work on shame-informed therapy has transformed treatment protocols for survivors of narcissistic abuse. Dr. Ashley holds a PhD in Psychology from the Union Institute and University, with additional specialization in developmental psychology and trauma treatment.

A respected researcher and author, she wrote the influential text "Shame-Informed Therapy: Treatment Strategies to Overcome Core Shame and Reconstruct the Authentic Self" (2020). Dr. Ashley regularly conducts advanced clinical trainings internationally, helping practitioners develop expertise in trauma-informed, attachment-based approaches to healing.

Her integrative treatment model combines:

Neurobiological trauma processing
Attachment-based interventions
Somatic regulation techniques
Identity reconstruction protocols
Shame-informed therapeutic strategies

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Learning objectives

Analyze the impact of global stressors on the nervous system
Co-regulate with clients using therapeutic empathy in clinical settings
Practice tools and techniques to manage stress
Implement self-care practices that calm the nervous system

Learning material

A theoretical course illustrated with clinical examples. This course is composed of videos of 5 to 15 minutes each. The PowerPoint of the course to download.

Syllabus

PowerPoint
Understanding the Mental Health Crisis and Therapeutic Foundations
1. Introduction
2. Today's mental health crisis
3. Polyvagal theory and the ANS
4. Four therapeutic R s
5. Right brain psychotherapy
Strategies for Resilience and Compassion in Mental Health Practice
6. Strategies of disconnection and defense against shame
7. Therapeutic empathy-four skills at once
8. Tools to tame stress part 1
9. Tools to tame stress part 2
10. Healing your heart
11. Meditation practice
12. Conclusion
Bibliography

CE Credits

Download a certificate of successful completion.

Audience

This training is intended for mental health professionals.

Registration

$72.00 - Individual price Group price

Download the program

1h30 of continuing education
12 lessons that last from 5 to 15 minutes each
1 certificate of achievement
1 PowerPoint
1 bibliography
1 course evaluation
7-day money back guarantee
Unlimited access

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Frequently asked questions

Is there an evaluation at the end of the course?

To validate the achievement of the learning objectives, a final evaluation in the form of true/false questions is required. It must be completed in order to obtain the certificate of completion.

In addition, an optional self-assessment is offered at the beginning and end of the course, allowing you to measure your progress on the targeted skills.

These evaluations are not graded and are intended primarily to support your professional reflection.
How long do I have access to the course?

After your registration, the course is accessible anytime and from anywhere with unlimited access.
When does the course start?

That is entirely up to you! When you buy a course, you'll receive an access link that you can activate when you want.
Is there a student rate?

Yes there is! Learn more and request your student discount.

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Overcoming Compassion Fatigue as Mental Health Professionals

Dr. Patti Ashley, Psychologist