Addressing Vicarious Trauma in the Supervisory Process: Reducing Burnout and Job Dissatisfaction in Clinical Settings

Presenter:  Mary-K O’Sullivan, LMFT, LADC
November 30, 2026
Live-Webinar / 9:00 AM ( ET ) - 3:30 PM ( ET )

This course reviews the impact of vicarious trauma, countertransference, and compassion fatigue on the burnout process within the staff we supervise. The training content will assist the participant in teaching the signs and symptoms of each to their supervisees and in learning how to monitor them in each staff member. A major focus will be addressing the countertransference that occurs and the impact of unaddressed staff vicarious trauma on both the staff member and the clients.

Objectives:

1) define the difference between direct trauma and vicarious trauma
2) explore the continuum of compassion fatigue, vicarious trauma, and burnout and responses to each
3) identify how vicarious trauma can impact countertransference and work with clients
4) discuss how individuals, teams, and the facility can assist in reducing the impact of vicarious trauma 

Details:

• The $15 registration fee includes webinar attendance and 5 hours of continuing education credits that will be emailed within 5 business days of the class.
• Attendees must have video and audio capability.
• Participation and discussion are encouraged.
• Please do not drive or ride in a car during this workshop.
• Please do not work, multi task or take phone calls during this webinar.
• Be present. Participate
• This is a live, online event, held in Zoom Meeting.  There will be no recording to view later.

Cancellation Policy:

Refunds are available under the following conditions:

• For virtual events, cancellations must be received via email at least 24 hours before the scheduled event.
• For in-person events, cancellations must be received via email at least 5 business days prior to the event.

Please note: As of January 2026, ADEPT has implemented a $5 administrative fee for all cancellations.