Crisis & Trauma

Catalog description

This course explores the foundations and applications of crisis counseling with an emphasis on trauma and violence across the lifespan. Students will examine the origins and impacts of crises, including disasters, interpersonal violence, systemic oppression, and self-inflicted harm, while developing trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and ethically grounded strategies for intervention. Through engagement with research, multimedia resources, and applied assignments, learners will practice skills in psychological first aid, risk assessment, and professional wellness planning to support individuals, families, and communities navigating crisis and trauma.