The Role of Virtue in Post-Traumatic Growth: Theory, Theology, and Clinical Application

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Description: 
The primary aim of this session is to provide insight regarding the role of the virtues in the trauma recovery process. First, this presentation will establish an operational definition of trauma, and demonstrate how that definition has morphed over time. Next, the extant literature on the role of virtue in the healing process will be explored. The presenter will also explore the theology of virtue--and specifically in the context of healing--drawing from Scripture and Tradition. Lastly, these concepts will be applied  to a clinical case study and provide time for the audience to engage in a case conceptualization. 

Category of Education: D1.3 Practice/Education/Research

Intended Audience: 

• Students
• Psychologists
• Counselors, Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, Addiction Counselors
• Clergy/Religious

Content Learning Level: Intermediate

Learning Objectives:

1. Define trauma and post-traumatic growth
2. Summarize the extant literature on the role of the virtues in the trauma recovery process
3. Apply virtue training in their own clinical case conceptualization and practice

Schedule:

• 3 minutes: "turn and talk" prompt
• 7 minutes: whole group discussion
• 60 minutes: lecture on concept
• 20 minutes: group case conceptualization; Q & A 

The Catholic Psychotherapy Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Catholic Psychotherapy Association maintains responsibility for this program and its content.