S26-206 Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence: Clinical and Programming Considerations
Total Credits: 3 Category I CEs
- Categories:
- 200 Adults, Couples & Families | 700 Professional Growth & Development | New
- Instructor:
- Emma Kupferman, LICSW, LCSW-C, CST, CPT
- Course Levels:
- Intermediate
- Duration:
- 3 Hours 15 Minutes
- Target Audience:
- Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists
Description
Clinicians are working with survivors of sexual trauma in any setting where they work with clients. As such, all mental health care providers should have a base level understanding of the short- and long-term impact and clinical considerations of experiencing sexual violence. This training will provide an overview of the general impact of trauma, a detailed understanding of the specific dynamics of sexual violence, and an in-depth understanding of best practices for clinicians working with survivors.
This workshop is in accordance and in compliance with the NASW standards with a focus on the principles of service, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, and competence; and the standard of responsibilities to clients, practice setting, as professionals, to the social work profession, and to the broader society.
This workshop is in compliance with the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners’ COMAR 10.42.03.06.A(5) and with the District of Columbia Board of Social Work 17-70-7008.4.
District of Columbia: This workshop meets the continuing education requirement for DC Public Health Priorities in the following topic: 1. Sexual and Reproductive Health
Instructor
Emma Kupferman, LICSW, LCSW-C, CST, CPT Related Seminars and Products
Emma Kupferman, LICSW, LCSW-C, CPT, CST (she/her), earned her MSW from Howard University in 2004. Her early career focused on trauma recovery for survivors of domestic violence and sexual trauma, including serving as the clinical supervisor for Rape Abuse Incest National Network’s (RAINN) hotline for military survivors and as the clinical director of District Alliance for Safe Housing (DASH), the largest provider of housing for survivors in the District of Columbia. She has presented and trained locally, nationally, and internationally, including at the 3rd World Conference of Women’s Shelters at The Hauge; the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists 49th Annual Conference; and the 5th International Conference on Sexuality and Social Work. She teaches as an adjunct faculty at University of Maryland School of Social Work.
As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, she specializes in trauma-informed care with survivors; sexual trauma; somatic experiencing; harm reduction; treatment for sexual dysfunction; ethical non-monogamy; body image; and providing care for LGBTQIA2S, kink, and BDSM communities; as well as in cultural humility, anti-oppressive, and anti-white supremacy practices. She also provides ketamine-assisted therapy and is passionate about creating psychedelic-assisted sex therapy modalities. She values supporting all clients in creating the intimate lives they most want. Her work and personal values are grounded in the beliefs that healing our sexual selves is liberation work and that, in order to get free, we must acknowledge and address the lived experiences of existing under structural oppression, white supremacy, heteronormativity, and patriarchy.
Emma loves dark Norwegian murder mysteries, puzzles, baking focaccia, napping, her stupendous friends and family, and Spa World. She thrives personally and professionally when operating in accordance with her core values of liberation, community, and compassion.
Agenda & Learning Objectives
AGENDA:
12:50 pm – 1:00 pm Log on
1:00 pm – 1:15 pm
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Opening
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Introduction
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Defining Sexual Trauma
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Data Related to Scope
1:15 pm – 2:30 pm
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Impact of Sexual Trauma
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Clinical Interventions for Healing
2:30 pm – 15 Min Break
2:45 pm – 4:45 pm
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Programming and Policy Implications
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Considerations for Different Populations
3:45 pm – 4:15 pm
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Closing
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Resources
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Questions
4:15 pm Adjournment
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Upon the completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
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Identify three specific ways the experience of sexual trauma impacts people.
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Identify three specific dynamics of sexual trauma that differ from other forms of trauma.
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Develop a plan to incorporate at least three practices in their treatment of clients that best support survivors of sexual trauma.
Bibliography & References
BIBLIOGRAPHY & REFERENCES
https://jennynurick.com/how-trauma-affects-the-brain/
https://rainn.org/statistics/scope-problem
Peter Levine: https://traumahealing.org/
Bessel Van der Kolk: https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/
Gabor Mate: https://drgabormate.com/
Illustrations by Ayan Mukherjee: https://www.ayanrp.com/
Dworkin, E. R., & Weaver, T. L. (2021). The impact of sociocultural contexts on mental health following sexual violence: A conceptual model. Psychology of violence, 11(5), 476.
Anderson, G. D., & Overby, R. (2020). The Impact of Rape Myths and Current Events on the Well-Being of Sexual Violence Survivors. Violence Against Women, 27(9), 1379-1401.
Hubbard, D. M. (2025). Navigating Trauma. Trauma-Informed Care in Social Work Education: Implications for Students, Educators, Pedagogy, and Field, 35.
Course Completion & CE Information
Category I Maryland BSWE Requirement
The Office of Continuing Professional Education at the University of Maryland School of Social Work is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland to sponsor social work continuing education programs. This workshop qualifies for 3 Category I Continuing Education Units. The Office of Continuing Professional Education is also authorized by the Maryland Board of Psychologists and the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors to sponsor Category A continuing professional education.
ASWB Information
University of Maryland School of Social Work Office of Continuing Professional Education, #1611, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 2/11/2024-2/11/2027.
To receive ACE credit, full attendance is required; no partial credits will be given for partial attendance.
Certificate Access
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In Person Trainings - Please allow five (5) business days post-training for attendance to be verified, then you will be able to access the evaluation and certificate.
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Evaluation
Participants will have access to the evaluation after attendance has been verified. Evaluations will be available for one (1) week after the workshop has ended.
After one (1) week, participants will no longer have access to the evaluation and will have to contact CPE about reactivation.
Target Audience
Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists
We welcome anyone interested in the topic!
Live Interactive Webinar Platforms
LIVE INTERACTIVE WEBINAR PLATFORMS
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Course Interaction Requirements:
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ADA Accommodations
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Late Fees and Refunds
The base price is $70, which includes CE credit.
Late Fee: On 04/10/26, a non-refundable late fee of $20 is added to the base price. Late fees cannot be refunded or applied to account credit.
Cancellations: **ALL cancellations will be subjected to a $35.00 administration fee.** To be eligible for a refund or CPE account credit, cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the workshop.
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