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Presented by Gina Casner, M.S., LAPC, NCC,
Founder & Chief Coach at Mindful Connections
Hi there—I'm the Chief Coach & Therapist at Mindful Connections LLC, a trauma-informed private practice serving Pennsylvania residents through online therapy and clients worldwide through coaching. With a holistic lens that gently weaves emotional grounding, physical vitality, and spiritual purpose, I support teens, women, parents, and first responders in reclaiming balance and post-traumatic growth. Welcome—I'm glad you're here.
Our Agenda
7:00 – 7:05 PM Welcome & Arrival
7:05 – 7:20 PM Why Trauma Awareness Matters
Understanding the difference between single-event PTSD and Complex PTSD
7:20 – 7:35 PM Understanding Complex PTSD
Key features, common signs, and how prolonged trauma shapes self-view, relationships, and daily life.
7:35 – 7:50 PM Embracing Post-Traumatic Growth
The science and stories of positive transformation after adversity—meaning, strength, and renewed purpose.
7:50 – 8:00 PM Key Resources & Next Steps
Trusted books, websites, and simple ways to continue your awareness journey.
8:00 – 8:15 PM Optional Q&A
In this webinar we will cover
Webinar Description
Trauma doesn't always come from a single event. For many, it builds quietly over time—through repeated relational harm, chronic stress, or early-life experiences—and leaves lasting imprints on how we see ourselves, relate to others, and move through the world.
In this gentle 60-minute session, we'll explore Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) and Post-Traumatic Growth (PTG) with clarity and compassion. You'll gain practical awareness of what prolonged trauma looks like and discover how many people find meaning, strength, and renewed purpose on the other side.
No personal sharing required—just clear, hopeful education to help you better understand yourself or support someone you care about.
Date & Details
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Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
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Time: 7:00–8:00 PM ET (optional 15-minute Q&A to 8:15)
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Format: Live via Zoom
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Cost: Free (donations welcome to support scholarship spots)
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Who it's for: Anyone seeking greater awareness of trauma—survivors, loved ones, helping professionals, or simply curious hearts
What You'll Learn
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The key differences between PTSD and Complex PTSD
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Common signs and long-term impacts of prolonged trauma
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How trauma can shape self-perception, relationships, and daily life
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The science and stories of Post-Traumatic Growth
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Real-world examples of transformation after adversity
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Trusted resources for continued learning and support
On the 3rd Thursday of every month, Mindful Connections offers a FREE webinar from 7-8:00pm est; monthly topics vary.
“Trauma is not just an event that took place sometime in the past; it is also the imprint left by that experience on mind, brain, and body… The most effective way to access and change those imprints is through understanding and compassion.”
— Bessel van der Kolk, MD (adapted from The Body Keeps the Score)
