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Resources
Resources we offer include web-based seminars designed for Trauma therapists, Counselors, Mindfulness teachers, Social Workers.
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On-demand Webinars
Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness (TSM) Webinar
With David Treleaven PhD and Juditta Ben David MA SEP
The presenters:
David Treleaven, PhD - David is a writer, educator, and trauma professional working at the intersection of mindfulness and trauma. He is the author of the acclaimed book Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness and he is the founder of the Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness (TSM) Community.
Juditta Ben David, MA SEP - Juditta is an acknowledged international lecturer in the fields of Mindfulness and Mindfulness-based interventions, Trauma Therapy, Somatic Experiencing and Resiliency building, and a seasoned psychotherapist. She is a senior certified mindfulness teacher, MBSR & MMTCP, a senior therapy supervisor, and a cross-cultural group facilitator. Our director and founder of MiA.
Mindfulness and Embodiment: Trauma-Informed Mindfulness in Crisis Areas Webinar
With Jamie Marich, PhD and Juditta Ben David, MA SEP
“Mindfulness and Embodiment: Trauma-Informed Mindfulness in Crisis Areas” - An invigorating webinar with Jamie Marich PhD and Juditta Ben David MA SEP. - Both shall speak of their experience with bringing the body into trauma work and healing.
The presenters:
Jame Marich, PhD - Founder and director of the Institute for Creative Mindfulness. She is an international clinical trauma supervisor and EMDR specialist, and the author of seven books on trauma recovery, addictions, embodiment and healing.
Juditta Ben David, MA SEP - Juditta is a seasoned body oriented psychotherapist and acknowledged international lecturer in the fields of Mindfulness and Mindfulness-based interventions, Trauma Therapy, Somatic Experiencing and Resiliency building. She is a senior certified mindfulness teacher, MBSR & MMTCP, a senior therapy supervisor, and a cross-cultural group facilitator. Our director and founder of MiA.
Academic Articles
Below you will find a list of academic articles underpinning the theory of MiA. The articles discusses the intersection and effectiveness of Mindfulness, Trauma and components of cross cultural work.
On-Demand Workshops
ورش عمل: (حاليا باللغة الإنجليزية فقط)
Available in English only
“Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness (TSM)” Workshop - for Humanitarians” - 2021
The purpose of this Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness workshop is to encourage and support humanitarian relief workers, therapists, coaches and/or educators to get acquainted and use trauma-sensitive mindfulness, and trauma-informed material in their groups, communities/clinic work; as it is of utmost importance when working with refugees.
Juditta is an acknowledged international lecturer in the fields of Mindfulness and Mindfulness-based interventions, Trauma Therapy, Somatic Experiencing and Resiliency building, and a seasoned psychotherapist and trainer. She is a senior certified mindfulness teacher, MBSR & MMTCP, a senior therapy supervisor, and with extensive experience as a cross-cultural group facilitator. Our director and the founder of MiA.
Juditta's experience with refugees and crisis areas since 2005 in various parts of the world, is through training and supporting counselors/therapists, medical professions, and grass root women groups, transgressing barriers of language and faith. Currently, she has embarked on a PhD research project with Jena Center for Reconciliation Studies, Germany.
This deep and gentle process leads to a sense of calm and connection to ourselves and others. Finding calm in the midst of chaos, and retaining connection, is truly a necessary tool these days, especially for refugees and displaced people; Not the least to those who care for them.
Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness Workshop
MiA, Mindfulness in Arabic for refugees and displaced people, invites you to a zoom workshop with Ms. Juditta Ben-David MA SEP, the founder of our MiA program.
Juditta is a seasoned psychotherapist and international lecturer in the fields of Mindfulness and Mindfulness-based interventions, Trauma Therapy, Somatic Experiencing and Resiliency building. She is a senior certified mindfulness teacher, MBSR & MMTCP, a senior therapy supervisor, and a cross-cultural group facilitator.
Juditta's experience is with refugees and crisis areas since 2005 in various parts of the world. Trained counselors, medical professions, and grass root women groups, transgressing barriers of language and faith. Currently, she has embarked on a PhD research project with Jena Center for Reconciliation Studies, Germany.
The purpose of this TSM MiA workshop is to encourage and support humanitarian relief workers, therapists, coaches and/or educators to get acquainted and use trauma-sensitive mindfulness, and trauma-informed material in their groups, communities/clinic work; as it is of utmost importance when working with refugees.
This deep and gentle process leads to a sense of calm and connection to ourselves and others. Finding calm in the midst of chaos, and retaining connection, is truly a necessary tool these days, especially for refugees and displaced people; as well as to those who care for them.
We ask for a donation at the sum between $30-$200, as a sliding scale, according to your ability and generosity.
Testimonies
Thank you so much again for offering this workshop. I found it very informative and also the atmosphere was welcoming. Such a wonderful thing to be able to spend time with like minds (and hearts) from all over the world and learn skills that can help those who are suffering. Blessings to you all. I hope to meet you again.
– Karen Vincent
I recently had the honour to participate in the trauma-sensitive mindfulness workshop with Juditta Ben David. I am very grateful for the opportunity to connect with individuals who were present to share their wealth of knowledge and experience.
– Christine Drinnan
Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness Workshop
In this workshop we will introduce the use of Mindfulness, and Mindfulness adaptations as a tool for relieving stress and anxiety amongst people who have experienced trauma.
Attendees are expected to know the basic tenants of Mindfulness as a prerequisite to joining this course. On completing this workshop you will receive a participation certificate signed by Mindfulness in Arabic, recognized in the TSM field.
Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness Workshop
We have recorded a 3 hour TSM workshop which is available for a donation of 80 dollars.
The Workshop consists of both theory and practice and includes:
• Background / intro to TSM (Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness).
• Issues around working with Mindfulness for Trauma in general and specific issues that come up when working with refugee trauma: what teachers / therapists / aid workers should be careful of.
• Adapting Mindfulness to different cultures.
• Diversity in Mindfulness.
“Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness (TSM)” Workshop for Mindfulness teachers
At Friends of Bangor
A live recording of a rich and lively 3 hour workshop, for Mindfulness teachers.
The Workshop consists of both theory and practice and includes:
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Background / intro to TSM (Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness).
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Issues around working with Mindfulness for Trauma in general and specific issues that come up when working with refugee trauma: what teachers / therapists / aid workers should be careful of.
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Adapting Mindfulness to different cultures.
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Diversity in Mindfulness.
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And of course meditations, practice and Q&A.
Notes from our students:
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"Excellent value"
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"Thanks for the kind yet in depth way you have brought this subject to life."
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"I shall now have a better grip at how to approach my students, trauma informed."
كُتيب
Workbooks
الكتيب متوفر فقط باللغة العربية
Workbooks only available in Arabic
كُتيب مهارات الصدمة والمرونة
Trauma and Resiliency Skills Workbook
لقد أصدرنا كُتيب حول مهارات الصدمة والمرونة (لعمال الإغاثة والمستشارين الناطقين باللغة العربية في هذا المجال) وهو متاح للمتبرعين بمبلغ 22 دولار.
We have released an informative workbook on Trauma and Resiliency skills for Arabic speaking aid workers and counselors in the field, which is available for a donation of 22 dollars.
Conferences
• The Migration Conference, September 2020
› Held in North Macedonia and over Zoom
• The Embodiment Conference, October 2020
› Held over Zoom
• Migration, Adaptation, and Memory Conference, November 2020
› Held in Poland and over Zoom
• The International Mindfulness Conference, July 2021
› Held in Denmark and over Zoom
• Embodiment in Arabic Conference, October 2021
› We are an admin collaborator of the conference
• From Idea to Action, Initiatives that Support Life Conference, November 2021
› Held in Tel Aviv
• A Mindful Society Conference, April 2021
› Held in Canada and over Zoom