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At Nurturing Lives, we are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where healing, growth, and empowerment can flourish.
In addition to our direct support services, we are dedicated to prevention efforts. We strive to raise awareness, educate communities, and promote proactive measures to prevent trauma and support the overall well-being of individuals and families.
Healing Art Workshop
This workshop provides a safe space to express, reflect, and empower, fostering a sense of healing and personal transformation. Register now and experience the profound impact of art on your well-being.
Building Resilience in Child Development: Understanding Childhood Trauma 12/10/24
Empower yourself with tools to support children impacted by trauma in our impactful 3-hour virtual workshop, Building Resilience in Child Development. This training is designed for child development professionals and students who want to deepen their understanding of childhood trauma and gain practical skills for fostering resilience in young lives.
Workshop Highlights:
Trauma-Informed Care (TIC): Learn the foundations of TIC and how to create safe, supportive environments for children dealing with trauma.
Nonviolent Communication (NVC): Discover key NVC techniques to foster empathy and understanding, encouraging open and positive communication with children.
Guided Reflective Art Activity: Participate in a hands-on art activity to experience how creative expression can be a powerful healing tool for children and professionals alike.
Empowerment for Survivors of Domestic Violence
Explain the physical, emotional, and psychological effects of trauma
Identify common responses to trauma and recognize the lasting impact of trauma on your life
List the principles of TIC and use that knowledge to set expectations about the care you should receive
Describe domestic violence dynamics, including red flags and warning signs.
Illustrate the complexities of power and control dynamics through tools like the Power and Control Wheel
Identify common triggers
Consultation with Nurturing Lives
A consultation with Nurturing Lives offers personalized support to address trauma. Our trauma-informed professionals will assess your needs, explore your history, and create a customized care plan that promotes resilience and healing.
What to Expect:
Personalized Plan: Develop a tailored plan with holistic interventions and self-care strategies.
Education and Guidance: Learn trauma-informed care principles and practical tools for healing.
Creative Healing Integration: Discover how art can aid in your healing journey.
Empower yourself with the tools and support needed to heal from trauma. Schedule a consultation with Nurturing Lives to start your journey towards resilience and well-being.
Parenting and Education
In this comprehensive program, we explore the transformative power of a non-violent trauma-informed parenting approach.
Designed to equip parents with valuable insights, practical tools, and nurturing techniques, this program empowers caregivers to create a safe and healing environment for their children.
Through a series of engaging workshops, classes, interactive discussions, and hands-on activities, participants will gain a deep understanding of trauma's impact on their child's development and learn effective strategies to promote resilience, foster emotional well-being, and strengthen the parent-child bond.
This is a 12-week course.
After completing the 10 classes, you will have the opportunity to gain 2 weeks of coaching.
You have the option to make weekly payments if the cost is a barrier.
The course can be done in person or online with a live instructor.
Trauma Education and Coaching
These classes and coaching sessions have been developed to help you gain a deeper understanding of trauma and its impact on individuals and families.
This program can be customized to fit your needs.
Classes can be from 8-20 weeks or as needed.
Coaching can begin once you have completed at least 8 classes to continue building your knowledge and awareness.
You have the option to make weekly payments. If you need this option, please let us know and we can set you up with a payment plan.
Partial scholarship for those who qualify. (Must submit hardship documentation to qualify)
Email: karen@nurturingl.com Subject: Payment plan
Pathways to Healing Course
16 classes developed to help gain a deeper understanding of trauma and its impact on individuals and families. Receive a certificate of completion.
This is a 16 week course.
You have the option to make weekly payments. If you need this option, please let us know and we can set you up with a payment plan.
Partial scholarship for those who qualify. (Must submit hardship documentation to qualify)
Email: karen@nurturingl.com Subject: Payment plan
Domestic Violence 101
This is a trauma-informed psychoeducation course. It was developed to help you safely walk through your journey from freedom to healing and navigating the aftermath of domestic violence. Receive a certificate of completion.
This is an online 16-class course with a live instructor.
You have the option to make weekly payments or pay for the course in full.
Partial scholarship for those who qualify. (Must submit hardship documentation to qualify
Our instructor is bi-lingual in English and Spanish.
Group Facilitator
Nurturing Lives excels in facilitating classes and groups that provide transformative support and guidance. With expertise in trauma-informed care and a commitment to creating safe and inclusive spaces, our facilitators empower individuals to heal, grow, and thrive on their journeys of resilience and transformation.
Groups can be facilitated with adults and children.
Group facilitation options:
Non-Violent Trauma-Informed Parenting Education
Domestic Violence
Healing Art
Women Empowerment
How to implement trauma informed care
Leadership Trainings, Conferences, and Seminars
This program can be customized to meet the specific needs of leadership, organizations, or churches seeking to cultivate a culture of trauma-informed care, ensuring that support is provided in a way that best addresses the unique circumstances and challenges faced by those seeking healing and renewal.
You have the option of having one of our trainers do a 1-or-3-day training.
Send an email to karen@nurturingl.com
Subject: Leadership Trainings to get a quote.
Public Speaking
Karen is a dedicated advocate and educator, committed to raising awareness about the dangers of violence and trauma. With a profound understanding of the impact these experiences can have on individuals and communities, she actively works alongside our communities to promote healing and resilience.
With a decade of experience, Karen's distinct perspective, grounded in her personal journey and extensive education, enables her to establish profound connections with others. Her unwavering dedication is geared towards equipping individuals with knowledge, nurturing empathy, and propelling transformative change in our society.
For more information send an email to karen@nurturingl.com subject: Public Speaking to get a quote.
Book her for your next event!
Public speaking can be from 1 to 6 hours,depending on the event or conference.
Nurturing Lives Art Program
Art is a powerful tool that holds the ability to transform our perception of trauma.
Our workshops offer art as a means of expression and healing for children, teens, and adults alike.
Unlock your creativity and schedule an art session today to embark on a transformative journey.
You have the choice of taking 1 workshop or 10!
Violence Prevention Program
This initiative aimed at addressing and preventing various forms of violence within communities and individuals. The program is built on the principles of trauma-informed care and focuses on fostering safe, nurturing environments while raising awareness about the importance of violence prevention.
Here are the key components of the program:
Education and Awareness: The program provides education on the root causes and consequences of violence. It raises awareness about the signs of violence and equips individuals, families, and communities with knowledge to recognize, address, and prevent violent behavior.
Trauma-Informed Approaches: Nurturing Lives integrates trauma-informed practices into its violence prevention strategies. Recognizing the impact of trauma on individuals and communities, the program prioritizes compassionate, supportive responses that promote healing.
Community Engagement: Community involvement is central to the program. It encourages communities to come together to identify and address local issues related to violence. This includes organizing community events, dialogues, and workshops.
Youth Empowerment: Recognizing the importance of reaching young people, the program includes youth-focused initiatives. These initiatives aim to empower youth with the skills and knowledge to resist violence and become advocates for peaceful solutions.
Collaboration: The program collaborates with local organizations, schools, law enforcement agencies, and healthcare providers to create a network of support and resources for violence prevention.
Advocacy: Beyond community-level initiatives, Nurturing Lives advocates for policies and practices that promote violence prevention at a systemic level. This may involve partnering with policymakers and participating in advocacy campaigns.
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