Trauma-informed
care is a newer topic within the field of speech-language pathology. This
session identifies how to recognize trauma in the school setting and identify
when a student is dysregulated, and explores language to address trauma that helps
reduce possible harm and retraumatization.
Learning
Outcomes
You will
be able to:
- Discuss how to recognize and
respond to trauma in your school
- Explain how to identify when
students are dysregulated and how you can assist
- Implement language changes to
help reduce possible harm, trauma, and retraumatization
Presenter
Information
Rachel
Archambault, MA, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers) is a Speech-Language
Pathology Program Specialist in Broward County, Florida, specializing in
trauma-informed care. From 2016-2021, she was an SLP at Marjory Stoneman Douglas
High School in Parkland, Florida, which experienced an internationally known
traumatic event. After that event, she found trauma-informed care to better
understand the needs of herself, her students, and her coworkers. Rachel has
presented annually at the Florida Speech Language Hearing Association (FLASHA)
since 2019 and is regularly invited to present at universities for their
undergraduate and graduate-level Communication Disorders students. Rachel has
been a guest on a multitude of SLP podcasts, including ASHA Voices, and
officially joined the Speech Science Podcast as a permanent co-host in February
2022. Ms. Archambault has worked in a variety of SLP settings, including
private practice, acute care, schools, home health, and skilled nursing.
Financial
Disclosures:
- Financial compensation from ASHA
for this presentation
- Employed by Broward County
Public Schools
Nonfinancial
Disclosures:
- Member of ASHA and
FLASHA
- Licensed in the state of
Florida
Assessment
Type
Self-assessment—Think
about what you learned and report on the Completion Form how you will use your
new knowledge.
To earn
continuing education credit, you must complete and submit the learning
assessment by November 5, 2029
Program
History and CE Information
Online
conference dates: July 26–August 7, 2023
End date: November
5, 2029