Origins Training & Consulting

A note from Lori Chelius on #ruralhealthawarenessday... Since 2021, Andi Fetzner LPC, PsyD and I have had the privilege of collaborating with the West Virginia University Health Affairs Institute and the West Virginia Department of Human Services on a project that has been incredibly meaningful to both of us. Together, we've been training Direct Service Professionals (DSPs) on Person-Centered Trauma-Informed Care (PCTIC). Since the project began, we've trained 75 DSPs, who have in turn trained over 1,000 others across the state. As we continue to reflect on the impact of this work, one theme continues to rise to the surface: community. Last week, we had the opportunity to present our work at the 32nd Annual West Virginia Rural Health Conference. It was a chance to connect with our project partners, build new relationships , and reflect on why this work has felt so deeply meaningful. When we first started this project, Andi and I were clear outsiders. We were sought out as experts on training in a trauma-informed approach and knew we had a lot to learn about the wild, wonderful mountain state– and we sure have! But it wasn’t through the research articles or the needs assessments. It was through connecting with the people, the community.? Read on... https://lnkd.in/gVuWap4f #ruralhealthawareness #ruralhealth #fqhc #healthcare #innovation #traumainformed #personcentered #strengthsbased #community

?? BIG NEWS ALERT! ?? We’re absolutely buzzing because it’s FINALLY here—our first-ever on-demand, digital course, The Basics On-Demand. This isn’t just another course you have to trudge through—it’s your blueprint to transforming how we relate to stress and how we communicate with one another, with a trauma-informed approach. Whether you’re looking to improve your own stress management and leadership skills, enhance your onboarding process, provide ongoing workforce development and support, or build a trauma-informed culture in your organization, this course can help. With a shared language and practical framework to reduce stress, you’ll break down barriers and create a more effective, collaborative team. Now, we’re bringing that impact directly to YOU, your team, your community—anytime, anywhere. What you can expect: ? Tools to reduce your stress and increase collaboration across teams and with clients ? Stronger communication techniques to break down barriers in your communities ? A deeper connection with your team and community through a shared language No deadlines, no pressure—just progress! And because we LOVE celebrating firsts—we’re dropping a special bonus for those on our email list. Join our email list by 11/25 to get your discount! ??https://lnkd.in/gPwQbQ5x

Inspired by the past few days at the 32nd Annual West Virginia Rural Health Conference and honored to present alongside Andi Fetzner LPC, PsyD Ranjita Misra Laura Cooper, MPH, PMP and Christena Ross on our work on Person-Centered Trauma-Informed Care!

I feel so thankful to have had the chance to connect with others who are so committed to making a difference for the people in West Virginia and beyond. The dedication shown by the organizers, speakers, and attendees is truly inspiring. Thank you for allowing us to be part of this journey toward a resilient, equitable future in rural health. #TraumaInformedCare #HealthcareInnovation #ResilientCommunities #MentalHealthMatters #HealthEquity #TraumaRecovery #RuralHealth #PublicHealth #HealthcareHeroes #CommunityHealth #AddictionRecovery #IntegratedCare #HealingTogether #RuralMedicine #ResilienceBuilding #TraumaInformedLeadership #PopulationHealth #PersonCenteredCare #BehavioralHealth

?? It was a true privilege to present at the 32nd Annual West Virginia Rural Health Conference alongside WVU Health Affairs Institute and West Virginia University! ?? Lori Chelius, Andi Fetzner LPC, PsyD, Ranjita Misra, and Laura Cooper, MPH, PMP shared the collaborative work of "Person-Centered Trauma-Informed Care: Developing a Resilient Workforce," focusing on how this approach fosters not only resilience but also equity in rural health. A person-centered approach is essential in addressing complex health issues, including addiction, which deeply impact rural communities. Shout out to participants including two of our trainers who attended, shared their perspectives, and engaged with us. We’re grateful to have been invited to participate with a community that prioritizes understanding, equity, and resilience in rural health. #TraumaInformedCare #RuralHealth #AddictionSupport #HealthEquity #PersonCenteredCare #WorkforceResilience West Virginia Rural Health Association

Implementing a trauma-informed approach is simple in theory but not always easy in practice. As we guide others through this transformative work, we stay grounded in key principles that foster resilience, well-being, and deeper connection within workforce development. We’ve distilled these principles to help teams and people thrive. We’d love to hear your thoughts—how do these resonate with your own experiences?

Are you working with humans? I'm talking about YOU! Educators, administrators, customer and social service folkx, healthcare people, and other leaders are invited to lthis FREE webinar to learn more about how to be trauma-informed in how you do whatever it is that you do. Reduce burnout and compassion fatigue, increase quality of services, and improve the overall culture of your organization. It starts with you and we are happy to support you!

Join Lori Chelius and Andi Fetzner LAC, PsyD I to learn more about how a trauma-informed approach can support you as you work to solve the problems within your organization. No matter your industry, all are welcome! HR, medical and behavioral health professionals, educators and more. This approach is for all humans who are looking to nurture a well workplace culture and improve outcomes for clients, patients, and students.

Defining a trauma-informed approach and figuring out how to put it into action has been a struggle since the inception of the term. At Origins, our answer to this predicament is simple (but not always easy)–a trauma-informed approach is a culture, not a checklist. In other words, this approach is less about?what?you do and more about?how?you are doing it. But culture can sometimes feel daunting and nebulous. How can we even get started? Read more about how Aaron Scott the Training Manager at Burlington United Methodist Family Services sprinkled this approach into orientation and is setting the tone for a trauma-informed culture. https://lnkd.in/grb7tE-E #traumainformed #traumainformedculture #traumainformedtraining