Treating Racial Trauma Training

A Culturally Informed CBT Protocol for Addressing Race-Based Stress and Trauma

Instructor: Monnica Williams, Ph.D., ABPP –

Clinical & Training Director Format: Live Online Training (with participant exercises and case examples)

Level: Intermediate to Advanced (familiarity with racism and racial trauma principles required)

Why Racial Trauma Training Is Essential

Racism can be profoundly traumatizing. For many people of color, the impact of racial profiling, workplace discrimination, police violence, community harm, or distressing immigration and incarceration experiences goes beyond daily stress—it mirrors the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) but often falls outside standard diagnostic frameworks. Without targeted training, therapists may miss the unique cultural, historical, and systemic factors driving this form of trauma, leaving those affected without adequate care.

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Join Dr. Monnica Williams for this powerful half-day training. The session is held live via Zoom and includes teaching, discussion, and Q&A.  Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early. 

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A Protocol Developed by a Leading Scholar

Dr. Monnica Williams is a recognized expert in the study and treatment of racial trauma. This training introduces her full cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)–based treatment protocol, which has been developed and refined through years of clinical research and real-world practice. The program goes beyond theory, providing therapists with a practical, stage-based approach they can apply directly with people suffering from race-based stress and trauma.

What the Training Covers

Over the course of the training, participants will gain a comprehensive framework for assessing and treating racial trauma, including:

  • The cultural and historical roots of racial trauma and its intersection with PTSD symptoms
  • Validated assessment tools and strategies for identifying racial trauma in clinical settings
  • A culturally informed, three-stage CBT treatment protocol tailored to race-based stress
  • Case examples drawn from work with individuals traumatized by racism in the United States and Canada
  • Experiential exercises are designed to help therapists internalize key skills and concepts

Participant Readiness & Learning Outcomes

Over the course of the training, participants will gain a comprehensive framework for assessing and treating racial trauma, including:

  • The cultural and historical roots of racial trauma and its intersection with PTSD symptoms
  • Validated assessment tools and strategies for identifying racial trauma in clinical settings
  • A culturally informed, three-stage CBT treatment protocol tailored to race-based stress
  • Case examples drawn from work with individuals traumatized by racism in the United States and Canada
  • Experiential exercises are designed to help therapists internalize key skills and concepts

Training Details & Materials

The program integrates lecture content, clinical case material, and interactive exercises to help participants deepen their understanding and practice new techniques. Participants should plan to attend from a private, quiet space with a stable internet connection and a webcam to engage fully in discussions and practice.

Continuing Education & Suitability

This is an intermediate to advanced training appropriate for clinicians seeking to expand their skills in treating racial trauma. Familiarity with cultural humility, trauma-informed care, and basic CBT principles is recommended. Continuing education credit availability can be confirmed through the hosting organization.

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