Catching Crisis: How Affect Infusions Impact Providers in Client Interactions

Explore the impact of social referencing and emotional contagion on professionals working with clients in crisis situations. Delve into how these natural responses can negatively influence judgment, decision-making, and contribute to burnout and vicarious trauma. Learn to differentiate between affect infusions and balanced, compassionate reactions. Discover techniques for recognizing and regulating emotions during challenging client interactions, going beyond traditional mindful self-care practices. Gain valuable insights from Caren Sumption, a lead advocate at the DV Hopeline, who brings expertise in culturally competent crisis intervention, peer support, and recovery coaching. Build your capacity to manage responses effectively when working with clients in crisis through this informative 56-minute webinar.