Trauma-Informed Practice for Educators

The "Trauma-Informed Practice for Educators” webinar, hosted by the International Education Accreditation Council (IEAC), is an insightful live session designed to help educators understand how developmental trauma can influence the nervous system, communication, voice, behaviour, and learning.

Led by Dr. Elisa Monti, Experimental Psychologist and Voice & Trauma Research Specialist, and Heleen Grooten, Speech & Voice Therapist with over 48 years of experience and research involvement with the American Polyvagal Institute, the session will explore the hidden neurobiology of trauma and introduce practical approaches educators can apply within learning environments.

Who Should Attend

• Teachers and educators
• School, college, and university leaders
• Teacher trainers and curriculum developers
• SEN and learning-support professionals
• Counsellors and student-wellbeing professionals
• Academic coordinators and administrators
• Education professionals interested in trauma-informed practice

What You'll Learn

• The hidden neurobiology of developmental trauma
• How trauma may influence communication, voice, breathing, behaviour, and learning
• The connection between psychological trauma and the nervous system
• Insights into autonomic nervous system regulation
• The role of voice and breathing in understanding trauma responses
• Practical tools for applying trauma-informed philosophy in educational settings
• Ways to create more supportive and responsive learning environments

Key Takeaways

• Trauma can influence both psychological and physiological responses.
• Understanding the nervous system can help educators better interpret learner behaviour and responses.
• Trauma-informed practice encourages safer, more supportive, and responsive educational environments.
• Awareness of voice, breathing, and nervous-system regulation can provide educators with additional tools for supporting learners.
• Practical trauma-informed principles can be incorporated into everyday educational practice.

Featured Speakers

Dr. Elisa Monti
Experimental Psychologist & Voice and Trauma Research Specialist

Heleen Grooten
Speech & Voice Therapist - 48+ Years of Experience
American Polyvagal Institute Researcher

Moderated by: International Education Accreditation Council (IEAC)

Join Us

Webinar: Trauma-Informed Practice for Educators
Date: 7th October 2026

Time:
United Kingdom (BST): 11:00 AM
UAE / Dubai (GST): 2:00 PM
India (IST): 3:30 PM
Thailand (ICT): 5:00 PM
Singapore (SGT): 6:00 PM

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into trauma-informed education, developmental trauma, and nervous-system regulation, while discovering practical approaches that can help educators create more supportive learning environments.

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