Safer Society Foundation

Fellow ATSA Exhibitor Mervyn Davies, MA, ATSA-F, and Director of Safer Society's Continuing Education Center, David Prescott LICSW, ATSA-F! Mervyn has an MA in counseling, was a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Addictions Counselor III, an Approved Domestic Violence Treatment Provider, an Approved Sex Offender Treatment Provider and Evaluator. He has 35 years of experience working with adult and juvenile domestic violence and sex offenders. In December, Mervyn will be presenting on "Understanding Viewing Time in the Assessment and Treatment of Males Who Have Sexually Abused" with Safer Society. Visit our website to learn more about Mervyn and his upcoming training: https://lnkd.in/dy73tb5q #ATSA2024 #SaferSociety #ATSA #SexualAbusePrevention #Prevention #Treatment #MentalHealth

Safer Society Collaborator Seth Wescott, LMLP, ATSA-F, at the #ATSA2024 Conference! Seth is a Licensed Master's Level Psychologist with experience since 2002 working with individuals with problematic sexual behaviors. In private practice, he conducts pre-disposition and pre-adjudication psychosexual evaluations of adults and adolescents. Seth's contributions are highly valued by the Safer Society community, which appreciates his proactive involvement in developing resources for professionals in this challenging field. Learn more about his work with Safer by visiting https://lnkd.in/dFgnEP7e #SaferSociety #ATSA #SexualAbusePrevention #Treatment #MentalHealth

We had another exciting visitor at the Safer Society booth today! Jimmy Widdifield, Jr., LPC, an accomplished TTA provider in child maltreatment, brings expertise in working with youth exhibiting problematic sexual behaviors, LGBTQ+ individuals, and multidisciplinary child abuse investigation teams. His valuable insights have significantly enhanced Safer Society's mental health support initiatives, particularly for LGBTQ+ youths. Learn more about Jimmy's work with Safer Society by visiting https://lnkd.in/dTztwybn #ATSA2024 #SaferSociety #ATSA #SexualAbusePrevention #MentalHealth #Treatment

Catching up with Steve Sawyer, MSSW, LICSW, at the Safer Society booth during ATSA 2024! A leading expert in group therapy for individuals who have sexually abused, Steven has dedicated over 35 years to advancing treatment and prevention strategies. He is the author of influential works like "Your Personal History" and has played a pivotal role in training professionals through Safer Society. Learn more about Steven Sawyer's contributions here: https://lnkd.in/d-avFjmT #ATSA2024 #GroupTherapy #SaferSociety #ATSA #MentalHealth #AbusePrevention

Our Safer Society team has poured care and passion into designing and assembling these buttons right in our Vermont office. Please stop by our ATSA booth and pick up one as a symbol of your support! We truly appreciate your invaluable contributions; your commitment to education, advocacy, and support is essential in creating safer communities for everyone. Association for the Treatment and Prevention of Sexual Abuse #SaferSociety #ATSA2024 #ATSA24 #ATSA #AbusePrevention #MentalHealth #Prevention #Treatment

Today at the booth, we had the pleasure of welcoming Jill Levenson, a Safer Society author and presenter! Our dedicated team members Sarah Snow Haskell, Steve Zeoli, and David Prescott were also present, ready to engage with attendees. Swing by, introduce yourself, and discover how you can enjoy three months of complimentary access to Safer's On-Demand Webinar Library! #ATSA2024 #SaferSociety #ATSA

We’re excited to be at ATSA 2024! The connections we’ve made during the pre-conference have been fantastic, and we can’t wait to spend the next few days meeting with professionals dedicated to this important work. Together, we are committed to advancing the work of sexual abuse prevention and treatment. Let's make a difference! #ATSA2024 #SaferSociety #ATSA #AbusePrevention #Prevention #Exhibit #Conference #MentalHealth Association for the Treatment and Prevention of Sexual Abuse

Unlike our more exclusive ‘Our Safe Haven’ sessions, the Open Dialog gatherings focus on organic discussions about the inherent challenges and victories in this demanding field. Topics may include: 🔹The emotional toll of hearing clients’ traumatic experiences 🔹Boundary setting and ethical dilemmas 🔹Cultural sensitivity, diversity, and inclusivity Resilience skills to navigate stressors 🔹Consultation and peer support in complex cases These sessions are designed to help you broaden your perspectives, discover innovative strategies to enhance your impact, and connect with others dedicated to preventing sexual and social violence in all communities. Register now! https://lnkd.in/e_dq4hRD #SaferSociety #OurSafeHaven #Support #AbusePrevention #MentalHealth #Treatment #SexualAbuse

Join us for the upcoming training on "Guidance for the Assessment, Treatment, and Management of Adult Males Involved in Domestic Sex Trafficking." This sessioned was designed by expert Katherine Gotch to equip professionals with the tools and knowledge needed to effectively address and manage cases involving adult males in domestic sex trafficking. Register Now! https://lnkd.in/dEgrusTw #SaferSociety #AbusePrevention #Training #Psychology #SocialWork #Counseling #Therapy #SexTrafficking #HumanTrafficking #MentalHealth

Anette Birgersson returns to Safer Society to present "An Introduction to Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy!" The need for trauma treatment with adolescents has reached nearly unprecedented levels, necessitating an increased demand for effective therapeutic interventions. Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) is an evidence-based treatment method designed to help children and adolescents recover from traumatic experiences. This introductory training offers mental health professionals a comprehensive overview of this gold-standard therapy model. Register Now! https://lnkd.in/e_ascjmY #SaferSociety #Treatment #Therapy TraumaFocusedCognitiveBehavioralTherapy #Trauma #TFCBT #MentalHealth