Elevate your practice
supporting survivors
Deepen your care approach with specialised training to support survivors of sexual assault by fostering safety, trust, and resilience.
Contributing to a world where survivors of sexual assault or complex trauma are understood and supported through our unique experience of pregnancy, birth, and parenthood - fostering resilience through trauma sensitive care.
Is your practice equipped to support survivors of SA and complex trauma?
Many health practitioners are dedicated to providing excellent care, but without specialised training in trauma-aware practices, even the best intentions can fall short. Survivors of trauma face unique challenges, such as triggers, flashbacks and dissociation, which can make medical settings overwhelming.
Without proper training, it’s easy for survivors to feel misunderstood or unsupported. This can lead to difficulties in communication, trust, and overall satisfaction. With the right tools, you can ensure your interactions are grounded in safety and respect.
Introducing trauma-aware care
education for health practitioners
Our program bridges the gap between intent and impact, providing health practitioners with the knowledge and skills to deliver truly supportive care. Developed by Dusk Liney, a survivor and experienced perinatal trauma educator, this training offers comprehensive insights into the principles and practices of trauma-aware care to help you:
Recognise the signs of trauma and understand its profound impacts.
Apply trauma-sensitive techniques that prioritise safety, trust and choice.
Enhance communication to ensure people feel understood and respected.
Support the resilience survivors bring to their life and perinatal experience.
The impact of trauma-aware care
Implementing trauma-aware practices benefits both your clients and your team:
For clients:
70-80% of survivors report positive care experiences when trauma-aware practices are applied.
20-30% decrease in the use of medical interventions such as cesarean sections and inductions.
30-50% reduction in the likelihood of postpartum depression when trauma-informed care is provided.
For staff:
Increased Confidence: Practitioners feel more capable when supporting people with complex trauma.
Reduced Burnout: Lower stress levels and improved interactions lead to reduced burnout.
Higher Job Satisfaction: A supportive work environment enhances team dynamics and satisfaction.
By adopting trauma-aware practices, you create a care environment that honours the dignity and resilience of those you care for, while also supporting the well-being of your team.
MEET YOUR TRAINER, DUSK:
Your companion in trauma-sensitive care
Hello, I'm Dusk (she/her), a neurodivergent, queer mother living on Bunurong Land in Melbourne’s west. As a survivor of childhood sexual assault and complex PTSD, I have insight into the unique challenges survivors may face during pregnancy, birth, and matrescence.
My approach is informed by both lived experience and professional expertise, allowing me to support survivors with empathy, and guide healthcare practitioners in delivering trauma-aware care. I am committed to walking alongside you with gentleness whether you seek support as a survivor or want to strengthen your practice as a caregiver.
Together, we can create a path that honours the resilience of survivors.
How to get started
Connect with Dusk
Discuss your team’s unique needs and goals and determine the most suitable training option.
Learn and Grow
Engage in your chosen training and gain valuable insights and practical tools for implementing trauma-aware care.
Apply trauma-aware techniques
Implement your new skills with confidence, enhancing the care experience for every person you support.
What practitioners are saying
“Dusk speaks from the unique position of someone with lived experience and expertise, offering a nuanced understanding of how birth trauma can intersect with the experiences of sexual assault survivors. Most importantly, Dusk shares that retraumatisation at birth has the potential to be preventable. Dusk provided a comprehensive overview of trauma-aware care principles and practical strategies that midwives can employ to support these survivors effectively. I wholeheartedly recommend this presentation to anyone involved in birth work.”
— Libby Crow, Western Health
“Dusk is a skilled facilitator and communicator. Her gentle and caring nature, combined with a focus on resilience and strengths, makes people feel welcomed, included, and valuable. Dusk has not only taught us a lot about trauma-sensitive maternal care but has also infused our company with the values, knowledge, and language we need to carry on this important work in the long term.”
— Julia Jones, Newborn Mothers
Ready to transform your practice?
Take the first step towards providing trauma-aware care that supports both your clients and your team. Contact Dusk today to explore the best training option for your needs.