Training & Consultation

Workshops and Consultation for Therapists & Organizations

Science for Survivors provides evidence-based workshops and consultation for licensed mental health professionals, clinical teams, and professional organizations, with a focus on trauma, PTSD, and recovery.

Trainings are grounded in psychological science and clinical expertise, with an emphasis on practical application, ethical practice, and translating research into real-world care.

Dr. Badour leading a clinician workshop for the Kentucky Psychological Association on evidence-based treatment of co-occurring PTSD and substance use disorders.

Therapist Workshops

Science for Survivors offers workshops designed specifically for licensed mental health professionals and clinical teams seeking deeper understanding and stronger clinical skills in trauma-focused work.

Workshops emphasize:

  • Clinical application and case-based learning

  • Integration of current research into practice

  • Thoughtful discussion of complexity in trauma care

Evidence-Based Treatment for PTSD

  • Evidence-Based Treatment for PTSD: What Actually Works (and Why)

  • Prolonged Exposure (PE) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT): Clinical Decision-Making & Application

  • Addressing shame, guilt, and self-blame in trauma and PTSD treatment

Common Workshop Topics

Complex & Co-Occurring Presentations

  • PTSD and Substance Use: Integrated, Evidence-Based Approaches

  • PTSD and Insomnia: Why Sleep is Sabotaging Trauma Recovery

  • Trauma-Related OCD and PTSD: Differential Diagnosis & Treatment Planning

Workshops addressing specific evidence-based treatments (e.g., CPT, PE) are educational and grounded in the published literature. These offerings are not developer-led trainings and do not confer certification or provider status.


Dr. Badour is an excellent presenter. Enjoyed the class.
— Therapy Workshop Participant

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Training & Consultation for Organizations

Science for Survivors provides trauma-informed training and consultation for organizations seeking to better understand the impact of trauma and support individuals, teams, and communities in the aftermath of stressful or traumatic experiences.

Who Is This For?

  • Healthcare systems and allied health providers

  • Schools, universities, and academic programs

  • Legal, advocacy, and victim-serving organizations

  • Community and nonprofit organizations

  • Government agencies and professional associations

Focus Areas

  • Understanding the impact of trauma on individuals, teams, and communities

  • Trauma-informed practice and organizational response

  • Secondary traumatic stress and burnout

  • Applying trauma science to policies, programs, and practice

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