This course explores the intersection of psychological trauma and physiological inflammation, offering marriage and family therapists an integrated understanding of how chronic stress, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and PTSD contribute to systemic inflammation and chronic health conditions. The presentation will highlight research findings,mind-body mechanisms, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions that target both psychological and physiological healing. Clinicians will leave with practical tools to apply in their work with individuals, couples, and families affected by trauma-related symptoms.
· Deepen clinical understanding of the bidirectional relationship between inflammation and psychological symptoms.
· Enhance clinical skills in identifying somatic symptoms of trauma.
· Support practitioners in integrating somaticand lifestyle approaches into trauma treatment
Measurable LearningObjectives:
By the end of this course,participants will be able to:
· Identify three core mechanisms linking traumaand inflammation.
· Name four inflammatory pathways that have been associated with chronic stressor PTSD.
· Describe three therapeutic approaches that reduceboth psychological symptomsand inflammatory load.
· 5. List three interventions that address physiological symptoms of trauma.
Leah Miller, MA, LPC, LPCC
Leah Miller is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a background in trauma recovery, somatic therapy,and integrative health.She specializes in helping clientsrecover from chronic stress and developmental trauma using evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and integrative lifestyle counseling.
