Arrest to Reintegration: Clinical Tools and Interventions for Supporting Justice-Impacted Client and Their Families

Workshop Description

This training offers an in-depth look at the criminal legal system, from arrest through reintegration, with a focus on the emotional, psychological, and social impacts at each stage. Tailored for social workers, therapists, and counselors, it equips participants with trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions. Attendees will explore mindfulness for emotional regulation, cognitive restructuring for trauma processing, and family systems techniques to improve communication. The session also emphasizes building trust, enhancing resilience, and supporting long-term healing and stability for individuals and families.

Learning Objectives

After completing this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Understand the Criminal Legal Trajectory
• Recognize Systemic Challenges and Trauma
• Apply Evidence-Based Interventions
• Foster Resilience and Healing
• Integrate a Trauma-Informed, Person-Centered Framework

Continuing Education Credits: 2.0

This workshop is approved for licensed social workers, licensed mental health counselors, licensed marriage and family therapists, and licensed psychologists.

Presenter: Elia M. Johnson, LCSW

Elia M. Johnson, LCSW, is a clinical social worker licensed in NY and CT with over a decade of experience in forensic social work, trauma-informed care, and holistic defense. She is the Director of Social Work at Appellate Advocates and an experienced speaker and trainer, presenting nationally on justice-impacted populations, trauma-informed practice, and reentry support. Her work centers on client advocacy and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Refund Policy

All refund requests must be submitted in writing to NSandul.naswnys@socialworkers.org no later than two business days prior to the workshop date. If you do not attend, you will be considered a ‘no-show.’

Refund emails must include the subject line “Refund Request” and the attendee’s name, workshop date, and title in the body of the email.

• All refunds are subject to a 20% administrative fee.
• Refund requests typically take 5 business days to process.
• No refunds for no-shows or partial participation.
• We do not issue credits or apply refunds to future courses.
• If NASW-NYS cancels the event, you will receive a full refund.

Anti-Harassment Policy

NASW-NYS is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all attendees. By registering, you agree to abide by the NASW-NYS Anti-Harassment Policy.

Grievances

NASW-NYS strives to provide high-quality programming. Participants can provide feedback via evaluations at the end of each program. If you have additional concerns, please email info.naswnys@socialworkers.org.

Accessibility

Closed captioning through Zoom will be provided for all programs. If you need additional accommodations, please email info.naswnys@socialworkers.org. To ensure we can meet your request, please submit it at least 10 business days before the event.