The 12th Annual TIC Summit – Ashtabula County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board’s Bridget Sherman and Melissa Fields, along with Community Counseling Center’s Joleen Sundquist, traveled to Columbus on May 21st and 22nd to attend the 12th Annual Trauma Informed Care Summit.

This year’s theme was “There’s a Place for YOU here.” It was hosted by Ohio Children’s Alliance, in partnership with the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. They stated that the goal of this Summit was to provide a comprehensive understanding of trauma-informed care and its application in the workplace. They aimed to create a supportive environment where professionals could learn from each other, discuss challenges, and develop actionable strategies to foster a trauma-informed culture. The summit featured captivating keynote speakers and enriching breakout sessions, offering ample opportunities for learning and gaining valuable insights.

(Pictured left to right: Joleen Sundquist from Community Counseling Center, Bridget Sherman, and Melissa Fields from Ashtabula County MHRS Board)