Dissociation is often misunderstood as dysfunction, yet it reflects the brain’s adaptive response to overwhelming stress. In this knowledge-based training, you’ll explore the neuroscience behind dissociation, the influence of trauma on identity and perception, and how coherence can be restored through strength-based frameworks. Guided by Dr. Robert Rhoton, PsyD, LPC, F.A.A.E.T.S., this course draws from salutogenesis, Polyvagal Theory, and narrative integration to deepen your understanding of dissociative processes. Gain critical insight into memory fragmentation, identity shifts, and protective self-states while learning to recognize dissociation without pathologizing it. Register now to expand your trauma-informed lens and build clarity around one of the most complex trauma adaptations.
*Scroll down for more information about CE hours and certificate of completion.
Robert Rhoton, PsyD, LPC, F.A.A.E.T.S.
This webinar is beneficial for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of dissociation and trauma-related adaptations. Ideal attendees include:
Therapists working with complex trauma and dissociation: Learn to assess and treat dissociation as an adaptive survival response, not pathology.
Mental health professionals seeking neuroscience-informed frameworks: Understand how trauma reshapes brain systems and apply resilience-based interventions.
Social workers and counselors using Polyvagal and holistic models: Support regulation, safety, and reconnection in dissociative clients.
Healthcare providers interested in trauma neuroscience: Apply brain-based insight to trauma-responsive, integrated care.
Clinicians focused on narrative coherence and emotional integration: Restore coherence through NeuroAffective and narrative integration approaches.
Graduate students and early-career practitioners: Build a strong foundation in dissociation, trauma neuroscience, and salutogenesis.
*Please note some interventions and modalities in this Live Webinar may go beyond the authorized scope of practice for certain professionals. It is your responsibility to review your profession’s standards and ensure that you stay within your legal scope of practice.
Make sure to secure your place today. Do not miss out on this valuable training opportunity!
This purchase includes both the full Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist – Dissociation (CCTS-D) course and the official certification process through Trauma Institute International (TII).
You will receive:
18 CE hours of trauma training (CTS-D course)
Access to a 200+ page CTS-D manual and study guide
Only available in the Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist – Dissociation (CCTS-D) version, which includes both the full Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist – Dissociation (CCTS-D) course and the official certification process through Trauma Institute International (TII), you receive:
Access to the certification portal
A unique coupon code to activate your certification (valid for 1 year)
Step-by-step instructions to complete the application, upload documents, and take the exam
Certification valid for 1 year upon approval with option for annual renewal
* For IP reasons, course manual and study guide are provided as read-only resources and are accessible in Thinkific
CE Hours Awarded: 18*
This Live Webinar provides a certification of completion, which is an important first step toward pursuing certifications.
To receive a certificate of completion:
We validate attendance for both live and replay participants after the 3-week replay window closes. Therefore, allow up to a maximum of 3 weeks after the live event for your certificate to be emailed.
Instructions for certification are included inside the course.
We strongly recommend you check with your licensing body to verify your specific licensing requirements and options.
**Hours awarded do not include time for breaks or lunch.
Arizona Trauma Institute has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6677. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Arizona Trauma Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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The knowledge I have gained will be beneficial to me in my career, personal life, and relationships with others. This course has been instrumental in helping me uncover my areas of strength and areas for improvement, all the while keeping me groun...
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Our current refund policy states that if you cancel your registration at least 48 hours before the Live Webinar, you will receive a full refund minus an $8 processing fee. Please note that no refunds are given for cancellations made within 24 hours of the Live Webinar. We appreciate your understanding.
No, you do not need to meet any prerequisites or have specific expertise to attend this Live Webinar. Whether you are a clinician or just interested in the topic, we encourage you to join us. All participants will receive continuing education hours upon completion of the Live Webinar. However, eligibility for the accompanying certification depends on being able to meet the requirements listed above.
No, this Live Webinar does not include supervision or mentorship. Some topics may require additional supervision or mentorship beyond what is provided in the Live Webinar.
All live webinars are hosted via Zoom through Thinkific. After registering, you will be taken to an online course outline and find additional details about completing your registration and receiving Zoom access information. Please note that Zoom is set up to track each participant’s attendance and duration as part of the qualifying process for a certificate of completion. You must comply and fill out the registration form with your full name and email address to ensure your attendance is recorded.
The replay will be made available in your Thinkific Live Webinar course access 1-3 business days after the live session. This replay is only available to watch for 3 weeks. Please note that the replay cannot be downloaded.
About Certificates of Completion
You must attend the full duration of the Live Webinar and complete an Evaluation Form to be eligible for a certificate of completion. Full attendance includes attending the Live Webinar or watching the replay in full, which is available for 3 weeks after the live date. Partial attendance will not qualify you for a certificate. Please note, Zoom tracks each participant’s attendance and duration. You must fill out the registration form on Zoom with your full name and email address to ensure your attendance is verified.
The Evaluation Form is provided in your webinar course access. After you complete the form, your attendance will need to be verified. We validate attendance for both live and replay participants after the 3-week replay window closes. Therefore, allow up to 3 weeks after the live event for your certificate to be emailed.
Yes, Arizona Trauma Institute will email a certificate of completion at least 3 weeks after the Live Webinar. An individual's attendance and completed evaluation form are verified by the Arizona Trauma Institute before the certificate of completion is emailed. It’s important to keep this email for your records, as it will serve as your official documentation of completion. While our process for issuing certificates of completion may change in the future, we are committed to ensuring you receive your certificate promptly.
Absolutely! We understand that life can be unpredictable, and you may have missed the live session for various reasons. That’s why we offer the option to watch the entire replay at your convenience. As long as you watch the replay in its entirety and complete the Evaluation Form within 3 weeks of the Live Webinar, you will still qualify for your CEs.
To receive your certificate of completion, you must complete the following steps: (1.) Register and pay for the Live Webinar. (2.) Attend the entire Live Webinar session or watch the full replay (or a combination of both). (3.) Complete the Live Webinar Evaluation Form. We validate attendance for both live and replay participants after the 2-week replay window closes. Therefore, allow up to 3 weeks for your certificate to be emailed. Please note, Zoom tracks each participant’s attendance and duration. You must fill out the registration form on Zoom with your full name and email address to ensure your attendance is verified.
This Live Webinar only provides a certificate of completion, which is an important first step toward pursuing certifications. By purchasing and watching this live webinar, you will receive a certificate of completion, but please note that this certificate is not the same as the official certification. The instructor will share more information at the end of the Live Webinar regarding the next steps for certification, if applicable. We strongly recommend you check with your licensing body to verify your specific licensing requirements and options.
You can be assured that the continuing education hours earned from this Live Webinar are generally applicable. However, to ensure they meet your specific licensing requirements, we strongly recommend checking with your licensing body. This will help you confirm that the hours will be accepted for your professional development needs.
About Arizona Trauma Institute
Arizona Trauma Institute specializes in Trauma-Sensitive Care Education, providing expert-led online self-paced and live continuing education courses. Our proven method combines science-backed insights, theory, and hands-on strategies to help elevate your impact and amplify your ability to cultivate positive change.
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Our current refund policy states that if you cancel your registration at least 48 hours before the Live Webinar, you will receive a full refund minus an $8 processing fee. Please note that no refunds are given for cancellations made within 24 hours of the Live Webinar. We appreciate your understanding.
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