About This Session

Are you a trauma survivor, foster or adoptive parent, or someone who works with individuals who have experienced trauma?

Healing trauma can be a challenging process, especially for those in settings. But what if we could integrate, faith-centered practices with trauma-informed care? Join us for a breakout session on” Healing Trauma for Those in Our Care: Embracing Biblical Principles of Love and Restoration.“ In this session, we will explore practical approaches to applying biblical teachings of love, compassion, and restoration to address, trauma, experienced by individuals in care settings. Discover how to nurture, supportive environments and foster resilience, all while promoting healing and empowerment for those in your care and yourself. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to effectively integrate faith-based principles into your caregiving role. Join us and gain valuable insights into the intersection of trauma care and faith. Traumatic experiences can affect almost every part of our lives, most certainly including relationships. This session will discuss the ways that trauma impacts our relational capacity, ways to help trauma survivors find safety in their own bodies and minds, and work toward healthier relationships in the future. If you're a trauma survivor, have foster children, have adopted children who have experienced trauma, or work with traumatized people, this talk is for you.

About Your Instructor

Mark is a life and leadership coach, licensed therapist, and a compassionate force for change. With over two decades of experience, he has blended his education, training, and personal journey to empower and enrich the lives of others. Mark's unique perspective, gained from diverse settings such as pastoral counseling, community outreach, mental health facilities, public schools, and private practice, informs his approach to guiding individuals from adversity to authentic freedom. His deep understanding of trauma and its far-reaching effects within educational and family systems, offers practical insights into applying trauma principles for healing and growth. Mark holds a master's degree in counseling from Grace College and Seminary and is a licensed mental health counselor. Moreover, he is a certified professional coach in Leadership and Well-being through the globally recognized Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC). As the owner of two private practices, Mitchell Counseling and KOA Coaching and Consulting, Mark has dedicated himself to helping individuals and organizations thrive. Beyond his professional endeavors, he and his wife, Jennifer, lead marriage classes, seminars, and retreats, drawing from their own experiences. Mark and Jennifer are currently navigating the joys and challenges of parenthood with their two teenagers. Mark's commitment to empowering others and his personal journey make him a compelling catalyst for positive change.

Mark Mitchell

Life Coach, Therapist, MA, LMHC, CPC, ELI-MP

Learn from Mark

Explore the ways trauma affects relational capacity and discuss practical strategies for creating a sense of safety within oneself and in interpersonal connections.