Module Overview
Welcome to Module 4: Self-Care for Busy HCPs. In this module, we will first build our awareness of the signs & symptoms of the trauma exposure response (in other words... being inevitably impacted by the things we hear & hold space for). Then, we will review a number of evidence-based tools & practices to mitigate the trauma exposure response. These tools often overlap with approaches to deal with burnout and compassion fatigue as well. I was touched when I ran this course live online by the comments I received in this module. While I was hesitant to include a module on self-care in a course on TIC, what I learned was this module is very much needed. Self-care is included in this TIC course so that we as clinicians can lern to support ourselves to continue to do the hard & meaningful work of working with others through their suffering. As many of the healthcare providers I have treated, taught, or worked with have pointed out... we just don't learn this stuff in school!
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
- Identify the trauma exposure response within the context of your own life.
- Choose effective self-care tools to mitigate trauma exposure response that work for you.
- Summarize relevant interventions within a “Self-Care Plan”.
I mention Mindful Self Compassion in this module, which leaves many clinicians who have taken this course interested to learn more. You can find all the information and sign up to be notified of my next cohort on my website here: https://www.youflourish.ca/mindful-self-compassion.
In each module, there will be lessons focused on each of the learning objectives. You will find a lesson introduction, a video lesson with me, related treatment resources (think papers, handouts, videos), and self-reflection questions. So go ahead and download the slides for this module & set aside about 2 hours, or you might choose to break it up so it fits best in your busy life.
Let's dive in...
Cassi Starc
Registered Occupational Therapist
Mindfulness Facilitator