“The Complex Trauma Resource training I had the privilege to be involved with, has been the most influential training I have taken in my 32 years in the education system. This training changed my thinking about students who have had trauma in their lives.  My heart and mind are forever changed.”

- Janine Hein (Resource Teacher, Langley School District)

Featured Speakers

  • Dr. Chuck Geddes, PhD, R.Psych

    Dr. Chuck Geddes, PhD, R.Psych

    Dr. Chuck Geddes, a well respected psychologist with 25 years in BC's Child and Youth Mental Health and Child Welfare systems, offers a unique perspective on supporting children with complex trauma.

    Over the past decade, his team has impacted 300+ young lives, implementing evidence-based strategies backed by thorough case data.

    Dr. Geddes brings a wealth of experience to his role as a public speaker for agencies supporting foster and adoptive families, as well as group home workers.

  • Angela Murphy, B.Ed, M.Ed

    Angela Murphy, B.Ed, M.Ed

    Meet Angela Murphy, an engaging and highly referred public speaker, author, school psychologist, and former educator. With degrees in Psychology and Child Applied Psychology, she has over 12 years of experience in Indigenous communities and 5 years in trauma-informed practices.

    Angela is dedicated to the belief that every student can learn and employs a collaborative, trauma-focused approach to support students facing challenges.

    Invite her to share her expertise for an impactful presentation at your school.

  • Brenda Dragt, MSW

    Brenda Dragt, MSW

    Brenda is an experienced clinical counsellor with over 20 years in trauma-focused roles within BC’s government system. She has developed suicide prevention programs, provided sexual abuse therapy, and led community education initiatives.

    Since joining the CCI team in 2012, Brenda has delivered province-wide training, supervision, and mentoring on complex case interventions. She also equips leaders of youth programs, crisis lines, and schools with practical strategies for communication, self-harm, suicide, and grief support.

    Brenda’s deep understanding of trauma’s impact on child development fuels her mission to empower care teams to create lasting positive change in the lives of children and families.

  • Dr. Kirk Austin, PhD, RCC

    Dr. Kirk Austin is an experienced public speaker and Registered Clinical Counsellor who trains therapists across British Columbia on the effective use of the Complex Care Intervention (CCI) model.

    With a doctoral degree in psychology, Dr. Austin brings a wealth of expertise to the table and has taught at multiple universities in British Columbia.

    Dr. Austin's engaging talks offer valuable insights into clinical counselling and psychology and leave agency workers and therapists feeling empowered and confident in making a lasting impact.

  • Renae Regehr, RCC

    Renae is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master’s in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia. She specializes in supporting children, youth, and families impacted by trauma and attachment challenges.

    As both a clinician and adoptive parent, Renae is passionate about equipping caregivers with tools to help children heal, grow, and thrive. She co-founded Care For Women and founded Free To Be Talks, two non-profits dedicated to maternal support and promoting positive body image.

    Renae’s personal and professional journey with complex trauma fuels her commitment to making trauma-informed care accessible, empowering families to create safe and nurturing environments.

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