Past Professional Development Events

Thursday 15 June 2023

Lifestyle Medicine for the Treatment of Complex Trauma

About the Seminar

Do you struggle with bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, IBS, or any other digestive-track issues?

Did you know that disrupted gut bacteria has been proven to cause anxiety, depression, and other mood difficulties (and vice versa)?

Feeling chronically unsafe, remaining hyper-vigilant for threats, and therefore having constantly elevated cortisol levels create a multitude of physiological consequences downstream.

Did you know it is possible to help treat the symptoms of complex trauma (including overthinking, overwhelm, frustration, teariness, lack of joy, cravings, chronic fatigue, headaches/migraines, issues with temperature regulation, weight management, and even sleep) by addressing lifestyle factors?

Ever since the publication of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study, the many cumulative adverse effects of survivors' hypervigilance and chronically raised cortisol levels have become increasingly well-known - the body really does keep the score.

It is increasingly clear that unsafe environments affect people's neurological development, immune systems, and regulatory systems. Childhood trauma alters the structural development of neural networks and the biochemistry of neuroendocrine systems.

Adrian will introduce the cascading impact of complex trauma on the body and mind, and explain the concept and principles of 'lifestyle medicine' to the audience. He will discuss how chronic exposure to the stress hormone cortisol is associated with a multitude of problems, including problems with temperature regulation and weight gain. Cortisol also lowers the levels of neurotransmitters, which in turn affect mood, concentration, and motivation. It causes blood sugar fluctuations and gut symptoms, caused by an imbalance in digestive enzymes; and this directly affects one's mental health.

In this introductory after-work seminar, Adrian will share some practical tips and proven strategies accessible to everyone, to start mitigating the impact of complex trauma on the body.

The seminar is open to anyone who has an interest in this topic. Survivors of complex trauma and/or psychotherapists treating complex trauma, are especially encouraged to attend.

Program

Who is this workshop for?

About the Presenter/s

Presenter Name
	Dr Adrian Lopresti
Presenter Position
	Clinical Psychologist
Presenter Blurb
	Adrian's clinical expertise is focused on integrative evidence-based treatments for mental-health difficulties - these include lifestyle, nutritional, psychological, and herbal therapies. He has conducted several randomised-controlled trials on herbal and nutraceutical interventions for depression, anxiety and ADHD. He regularly publishes in peer-reviewed journals on the effects of diet, nutraceuticals, sleep, and exercise for the treatment and prevention of depression, anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and bipolar disorder. Adrian developed an evidence-based personalised integrative approach to psychotherapy that targets small, achievable, and sustainable changes in people's diet, nutritional status, lifestyle habits, social connections, psychology, spiritual health, and physical health. He regularly conducts educational workshops both nationally and internationally.
Presenter Image
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Details

COVID:

Date/s:

Thursday 15 June 2023

Registration:

Registration opens on 21 April 2023 and closes on 15 June 2023.

Seats are strictly limited for this event, so please register early to prevent disappointment.

Venue:

Function Room, SJOG Conference Centre, Level 3 (5.45pm - 9pm),
25 McCourt Street,
Subiaco WA 6008
Additional Venue Information

Catering:

Light refreshments will be available from 5.45pm

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Cancellation Policy:

Full refund if cancelled 7 days in advance (less catering costs)

Enquiries:

SEMINAR ENQUIRIES:

Sonia Smuts - Sonia.smuts@complextraumawa.org.au

GENERAL ENQUIRIES:

David Edwards - David.edwards@complextraumawa.org.au

Fees:

AMOUNT	TICKET TYPE	HOURS OF PD CREDIT	ATTENDANCE CERTIFICATE
50	COTWA Professional Members	3	Yes
30	COTWA Clinical Members	3	Yes
0	COTWA Clinical Members with a Spatial Directory profile	3	Yes

AMOUNT	TICKET TYPE	HOURS OF PD CREDIT	ATTENDANCE CERTIFICATE
30	Registered Students	3	Yes
80	General Public (includes PD Credit and Certificate)	3	Yes
40	Trauma Survivors	0	No

Notes about Fees

GENERAL

COTWA prioritises professional development events for its members; but would like to also welcome non-member clinicians and other interested and affected parties (including other professionals, loved ones, and survivors) to this event.

A sliding scale of fees, based on membership status and professional-development requirements, applies to ensure financial accessibility for all.

Those with adequate resources are encouraged to pay the fee most relevant to their individual circumstances and requirements.

An honour system is in place for survivors of complex trauma. Registration at this rate is significantly reduced, without being stigmatised or interrogated, for those who would otherwise be unable to access this event.

COTWA MEMBER RATES

Members need to be logged into the Members' Area to get the correct member rate applied.

Members who have fully completed Spatial Directory profiles are welcome to attend this event for free.

All COTWA Members will receive Professional Development (PD) credits and a Certificate of Attendance for professional development purposes, that will remain accessible in their personal Member's Area.

Disclaimer

The information presented at this event is general in nature and should not be relied on. You should always seek your own professional advice. The views expressed are those of the presenter and may not represent the views of COTWA.