Earn 3 CEUs!*
Loni Fagel, MA, MEd, LPCC, is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, EMDR Certified Therapist (EMDRIA), EMDRIA Approved Consultant, and international speaker specializing in expressive arts therapy. Her work integrates neuroscience, creativity, and trauma-informed practice to support healing from grief, medical trauma, and intergenerational trauma, particularly within Jewish identity and experiences of antisemitism. A presenter and co-author of Friends of the Bush: A Journey of Safety and Connection, Loni provides EMDR consultation and trainings worldwide and is an active member of EMDRIA, ACA, IEATA, and AMHCA.
Description
This training explores the historical and contemporary impact of antisemitism on mental health, intergenerational trauma, and resilience. By examining the psychological effects of historical persecution—including the Holocaust—and ongoing antisemitism worldwide, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how these experiences shape identity, community, and well-being across generations.
A key focus of the training will be the role of epigenetics in trauma transmission, providing insight into how historical traumas can affect individuals and communities long after the events have occurred. Participants will explore how antisemitism manifests in today’s world, including the psychological and emotional toll of recent events such as the October 7th attacks in Israel. These discussions will provide context for understanding the reactivation of generational trauma and the unique challenges Jewish individuals and communities face in the present day.
Through discussions, case studies, and practical exercises, clinicians will examine the intersection of identity, trauma, and resilience. The training will equip mental health professionals with the tools to engage in informed and sensitive conversations about antisemitism and its psychological impact while fostering a therapeutic space that promotes healing and empowerment.
Additionally, this program will emphasize the importance of inclusivity and awareness in clinical practice. Participants will develop practical strategies to support clients who have been directly or indirectly affected by antisemitism, historical trauma, and recent global events. By fostering an understanding of the complexities surrounding these issues, mental health professionals can better support Jewish clients and contribute to a more culturally competent and trauma-informed practice.
This training is designed for therapists, counselors, and mental health professionals who seek to expand their knowledge of historical and intergenerational trauma, epigenetics, and the impact of antisemitism in today’s world. By the end of the session, participants will have gained valuable insights and actionable strategies to enhance their clinical work, advocate for inclusivity, and support healing in affected individuals and communities.
Objectives:
1. Understand the historical and contemporary impact of antisemitism on mental health.
2. Explore intergenerational trauma and epigenetics in family systems.
3. Examine the intersection of identity, community, and resilience in therapy.
4. Develop trauma-informed strategies to support Jewish clients.
5. Enhance cultural competency and inclusivity in clinical practice.
* This CE activity offered by Minnesota Association of Marriage and Family is approved by the Minnesota Board of Social Work as an approved CE Provider (approval valid through July 25, 2026).
This CE activity is pending CE approval with Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Board of Marriage and Family Therapy.
