Trainings

“Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed.”

THICH NHAT HANH

Thoughtful training for work that matters

The work of supporting others is meaningful—but it’s also complex, evolving, and deeply human.

Trainings should do more than share information. They should create space to think, question, and connect what we know to the realities of the work.

I offer trainings grounded in my experience as a licensed social worker, trauma-informed therapist, and anti-violence advocate—designed to be practical, engaging, and rooted in real-world application.

What My Trainings Are Like

My trainings are collaborative, reflective, and grounded in both lived experience, best practice methodologies, and clinical knowledge.

Rather than one-size-fits-all presentations, I create spaces where participants can:

  • Engage with material in a meaningful, accessible way
  • Reflect on their own roles, assumptions, and experiences
  • Ask questions and explore real scenarios
  • Leave with tools they can actually use

I value depth, honesty, and creating an environment where people feel comfortable learning—even when the topics are complex or challenging.

Areas of Focus

Trainings can be tailored, but often include:

  • Trauma-informed, client-centered care in practice
  • Supporting survivors of interpersonal and gender-based violence
  • Restorative and transformative justice, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention
  • LGBTQIA+ affirming care and inclusive practices, BDSM/kink, polyamory/consensual non-monogamy
  • Power, identity, and systemic impact in helping professions
  • Ethical and relational complexities in clinical and advocacy work
  • Burnout, boundaries, and sustainability

Who These Trainings Are For

I work with:

  • Social workers, therapists, counselors, mental health professionals
  • Anti-violence advocates, direct service providers, emergency responders
  • Healthcare and community-based organizations
  • Schools, teams, and multidisciplinary groups
  • Congregations, volunteer organizations, grassroots organizations

Whether your group is building foundational knowledge or deepening existing skills, trainings are adapted to meet your needs.

Training Options

  • Single-session workshops
  • Multi-session training series
  • Customized trainings
  • Ongoing learning partnerships
  • Conference presentations

(All trainings are available virtually or in-person, when possible).

Disclaimer

Let us together recognize that learning to become more open and accepting of LGBTQIA+ folks, sex workers, BDSM practitioners, kinksters, and other marginalized communities is a process occurring on a spectrum. At one end of this spectrum are those who hold hatred, bigotry, and malice toward these communities. My services are not intended for these individuals. I want to work with folks who want to do the work. However, I aim to inspire, not convert, so folks don’t have to be at the other end either. Together, we’ll determine what makes the most sense for your group.

If you’re looking for training that is engaging, grounded, and aligned with your values, I’d love to connect.