Trauma Training for Therapists · CE Courses

Trauma Training for Therapists and the Teams Who Support Them

Mindshift Center offers trauma training for therapists, supervisors, and organizations, taught by experienced clinicians and trainers. Take on-demand CE courses at your own pace, or bring live training to your team.

Why Train With Us

Trauma Training for Therapists, Shaped by Real Practice

Our trainers bring years of clinical and community experience, so what we teach comes from real work with clients and families. Each course focuses on what you can use with clients the following week, from understanding complex trauma to running a structured group.

Because our team includes Complex Trauma Training Consortium affiliates, the content is grounded in current, evidence-informed practice. We also keep it trauma-responsive, which means changing what we do in response to trauma, not only learning about it.

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Taught by practicing clinicians

Experienced clinicians who also supervise and mentor other professionals.

Built for real caseloads

Practical tools for complex trauma, adolescents, families, and crisis response.

Learn your way

On-demand courses for your schedule, plus live training for groups.

Course Catalog

Browse CE Courses

Choose an on-demand course to start today, or register for an upcoming live training. Each course page lists CE hours, format, and how to earn your certificate.

More on-demand CE courses are on the way

We are adding about 20 new courses. Join our clinician email list to hear as each one opens.

For Agencies, Schools, and Groups

Trauma Training for Therapists and Teams

Bring Mindshift trainers to your organization, either live online or on site. We tailor each training to your setting and the people you serve.

Complex Trauma Training

Evidence-informed training on how complex trauma affects development, relationships, and behavior, and how to respond.

SPARCS Training

Train your team to lead SPARCS groups that help adolescents build coping skills, resilience, and connection.

Psychological First Aid

Practical skills for supporting people in the hours and days after a crisis or disaster.

Professional Development

Custom workshops for schools, agencies, and organizations on trauma-responsive practice.

Our Trainers

Meet Our Trainers

Our team includes Complex Trauma Training Affiliates of the Complex Trauma Training Consortium, along with the developer of Real Life Heroes®.

Angel Knoverek, LCPC, ACS, founder of Mindshift Center in Quincy, IL

Dr. Angel Knoverek

PhD, LCPC, ACS

Founder of Mindshift Center with more than 25 years of clinical experience and a specialty in complex trauma.

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Richard Kagan

Ph.D

Developer of Real Life Heroes®, a resiliency-focused model for children and families affected by trauma.

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Karen Crawford Simms

MFT

A consultant, trainer, facilitator, and coach with over 30 years of advocacy experience.

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Lindsey Knochel

LCSW

More than fifteen years in mental health across settings, including group practice.

Commonly Asked Questions

Questions About Our Trauma Training for Therapists

Therapists, counselors, social workers, supervisors, school staff, and agency teams who work with people affected by trauma.

Yes. Each course lists its CE hours, and the course page explains which approvals apply and how to receive your certificate.

 

You register, watch at your own pace, and complete a short evaluation. Once you finish, you can download your certificate.

Yes. We offer live virtual and on-site training for agencies, schools, and organizations. Contact us to plan a training for your group.

Join our clinician email list. We share new courses, upcoming live trainings, and practical ideas for everyday trauma-responsive practice.

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