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Trauma, Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation

Leesa M. Robertson
2 hours
Updated April 2, 2026

This course provides a clinical overview of trauma, abuse, neglect, and exploitation, with an emphasis on emotional and psychological trauma across the lifespan. Participants will examine underlying causes, including commonly overlooked contributors, as well as risk factors that increase vulnerability and the impact of early life trauma on future outcomes. The course also reviews symptom presentation, indicators for professional intervention, and evidence-informed strategies to support stabilization, recovery, and ongoing resilience.

Created 10/27/2015.

Course Objectives

  1. Describe risk factors.
  2. Identify symptoms of trauma.
  3. Describe treatment options for trauma.

Course Author

Leesa M. Robertson, M.Ed., CAP, LMHC

Ms. Robertson, M.Ed., CAP, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. She is credentialed in alcohol and other drug counseling.

Beginning her career in the hospital setting, working in admissions, on the 24-hour unit, inpatient and IOP for both adults and adolescents, she went on to supervise a group of clinicians that went into medical-surgical hospitals to assess and place patients. She went into the outpatient setting, working with adults and families. Throughout her career, Ms. Robertson has focused on training and education through presenting live and authored coursework.

Board Approvals

National Approvals

Approval for this course applies only to the national boards listed below.

  • The Association For Addiction Professionals NAADAC
    The Association For Addiction Professionals NAADAC
    Bayside Continuing Education and Development Provider Number 81892 is a NAADAC Approved Education Provider for educational credits. NAADAC Provider number 81892 is responsible for all aspects of the programming.

State Approvals

Information

  • Relevance: This course is specifically designed for individuals seeking certification as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) or related human services credential, where training in trauma, abuse, neglect, and exploitation is required. It equips professionals with the knowledge to recognize trauma-related symptoms, respond appropriately, and support individuals in accordance with regulatory standards and trauma-informed care principles.
  • Content Level: Intermediate
  • Course Format: This course is offered as a self-paced distance learning format (reading-based online activity)
  • System Requirements: This course is offered online. Internet connection required.
  • Course Completion Information: To earn continuing education credit, professionals must register and pay the fee for the course.  They must read the content and demonstrate understanding by earning a minimum score of 70 percent on testing materials.  The certificate of completion will be able to be downloaded after the above is completed. Refunds will be granted upon request with the withdrawal of credit for the course. For questions, concerns, or to request special accommodations, please call 866-863-4225 or email ContactUs@BaysideCEU.com.
  • CEBroker Course ID: 1035310
  • Credit Hours: 2
  • Last Updated: April 2, 2026
Leesa M. Robertson
2 hours
Updated April 2, 2026
This course is specifically designed for individuals seeking certification as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) or related human services credential, where training in trauma, abuse, neglect, and exploitation is required. It equips professionals with the knowledge to recognize trauma-related symptoms, respond appropriately, and support individuals in accordance with regulatory standards and trauma-informed care principles.
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  • CE Hours 2 hours
  • National Board Approvals The Association For Addiction Professionals NAADAC
  • CEBroker Course ID 1035310