Santa Cruz Chapter of CAMFT
presents
Supporting Clients in Managing Oppression: A Trauma-Informed, Systems-Aware Approach for Therapists
with Nia Meadors, LCSW, PPSC
Friday, June 26, 2026
9:00am-12:00pm
The Camp Recover Center
(3600 Glen Canyon Rd Scotts Valley, CA 95066))
2 CE Credits
Description
Supporting Clients in Managing Oppression is clinical training designed for therapists who want to move beyond textbook approaches and provide care that is truly trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and grounded in real-world systems. This training explores how various forms of oppression show up in the therapy room as anxiety, depression, anger, dissociation, burnout, and how clinicians can respond without pathologizing survival.
Participants will deepen their understanding of systemic and internalized oppression, intersectionality, nervous system impact, and culturally responsive interventions. The training emphasizes flexibility, self-reflection, and practical tools therapists can immediately apply in session. Ideal for clinicians seeking to expand their clinical lens, strengthen ethical care, and support marginalized clients with greater clarity and confidence.
Educational Goals/Learning Objectives
In successfully completing and attending this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Identify major forms of oppression.
- Understand how oppression presents as “symptoms.”
- Recognize personal bias and blind spots.
- Implement culturally responsive interventions.
- Challenge rigid, outdated clinical frameworks Practice greater flexibility in treatment planning.
Presenter
Nia Meadors, LCSW, PPSC is a trauma informed therapist, educator, and founder of Mood & Mind Therapy. She is DBT certified, EMDR and brainspotting trained, IFS informed, and integrates somatic experiencing into her work. Nia specializes in supporting individuals navigating complex trauma, systemic oppression, family system disruption, and diagnoses that are often misunderstood or stigmatized, including OCD, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and passive suicidal ideation. With experience across inpatient, residential, PHP/IOP, and outpatient settings, Nia’s work is grounded not only in clinical training but also in advocacy, education, and community care. Through speaking engagements, workshops, and accessible mental health resources, she challenges mainstream narratives in psychology and creates space for healing that honors culture, identity, and collective liberation.
Schedule
9:00am: Check-in/Networking & Breakfast *
9:30am-11:30am: CE Session
11:30am-12:00pm: Q&A & Networking *
* = non CE portion of day
Advanced registration is required for this event and must be completed at least one day before the event. Each individual seeking CE credits must register separately, attend the event, and submit the post-session evaluation to receive CE certificate within one week. The evaluation with attached CE certificate will be sent out to confirmed attendees by 48 hours after the event.
Cost
SC-CAMFT Member (Clinical and Affiliate): $45
SC-CAMFT Member (Associate and Student): $35
Non-Member: $55
Non-Member (Associate/Student): $45
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Continuing Education Provider #62284: This training meets the qualifications for 2 hours continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Course completion certificates will be available to attendees after completion of the session evaluation and sent by email no later than three weeks after the session. The Santa Cruz Chapter of CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs. The Santa Cruz Chapter of CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Due to this program being managed by volunteers, there are no cancellation refunds for this program.
Special Accommodations: The Santa Cruz Chapter of CAMFT is committed to providing a presentation that is accessible to all who wish to attend. If you have a special need and plan to attend, please notify us at president@santacruztherapist.org. Requests must be made one week in advance.
Grievances/Other Questions: Contact SC-CAMFT at president@santacruztherapist.org.