The Trauma Informed Library Environment

May 9, 2022

10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

 

This webinar will discuss ways the environment can trigger individuals who have experienced trauma. Library staff will learn ways they can avoid re-traumatization and steps necessary to create a trauma informed library environment.   

 

Presented by: Beatriz De La Espriella is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides professional development and training surrounding mental health issues. She is a certified Trauma Informed Care professional and a certified Youth Mental Health First Aid trainer. Beatriz has provided training to school staff in areas of child abuse, suicide, crisis response and mental health awareness. Beatriz has worked with school aged children and their families to strengthen and manage their quality of life. She also has over nine years of experience working with the immigrant community, where she has completed multiple community trainings. Beatriz holds a master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Rutgers University.