MDSC Peer & Trauma Support Systems (PATSS)
Peer & Trauma Support Systems (PATSS)
As you know, there is no substitute for being among people who are going through the same things as you are. In response to the need for peer support, Mood Disorders Society of Canada (MDSC) has developed a team of incredible people with years of lived experience, peer support and mental health professionals experienced in addressing trauma.
The internationally recognized MDSC Peer and Trauma Support Services specializes in peer support training for all walks of life. Our team of incredible people with years of lived experience, peer support and mental health professionals experienced in addressing trauma.
Facilitator Specializations Include:
* We have subsidized training courses for Veterans & Veteran Family Members available. Read more here.
- Veterans & Veteran Family Members
- Law Enforcement
- Firefighters
- Paramedics
- Indigenous
- Family Focused
- 2SLGBTQ+
- French Speaking
Additional Services Available:
Organizational Consulting
The development of Trauma Support Systems requires step-by-step work with the organizational Leads. We can assist organizations to address the building of resilience for trauma and the de-stigmatization of mental illness and also develop techniques for your management of both formal and informal peer groups. Learn More.
Group Training
Looking to register your staff, volunteers, or a large group for training? Additional class dates may be available. Please Contact Us for more details.
Publications
Did you know that we have PATSS Facilitators that are published authors? Find out more.
In the 2-day peer support training online delivery course, you will receive instruction from 2 lived experience peer support specialists, a trauma informed Mental Health Practitioner. Some of the topics addressed are: Moral Injury, Sanctuary Trauma, Perceived Injustice, and the Polyvagal Theory. Watch the The Value of Peer Support Video series to learn more!
What you will learn:
Fundamental Principles of Peer Support
- Lived Experience
- Self-Determination
- Peer Support Values, Ethics And Principles
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Diverse Environments
Social and Historical Context of Peer Support
- Historical Context
- Prejudice, Discrimination And Stigma
- Diversity And Inclusion
- Social Determinants
Concepts and Methods that Promote Effective Peer-To-Peer Effectiveness
- Interpersonal Communication
- Relationships
- Recovery And Change
- Building Resilience
- Limits And Boundaries
- Crisis Situations
Testimonials:
“Everyone should experience this training, not only for the purpose of supporting others but also for self-growth and well-being.”
“Thank you to the facilitators and the participants for a rewarding learning experience.”
“A very relevant course which will assist me to be of service to Veterans in my area.”
“This course offered a safe and collaborative environment in which to learn. The workshop provides useful information that I can use to support my peers.”
“Felt an amazing connection with this group. The facilitators were really knowledgeable, respectful and delivered the training in a fun way.”
- Lived Experience
- Self-Determination
- Peer Support Values, Ethics And Principles
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Diverse Environments
- Historical Context
- Prejudice, Discrimination And Stigma
- Diversity And Inclusion
- Social Determinants
- Interpersonal Communication
- Relationships
- Recovery And Change
- Building Resilience
- Limits And Boundaries
- Crisis Situations
Testimonials:
“Everyone should experience this training, not only for the purpose of supporting others but also for self-growth and well-being.”
“Thank you to the facilitators and the participants for a rewarding learning experience.”
“A very relevant course which will assist me to be of service to Veterans in my area.”
“This course offered a safe and collaborative environment in which to learn. The workshop provides useful information that I can use to support my peers.”
“Felt an amazing connection with this group. The facilitators were really knowledgeable, respectful and delivered the training in a fun way.”
Peer Support Training (Minimum 6 participants):
| COURSE | DATES |
| Ontario Veterans Peer Support | February 29-March 1, 2024 |
| Improving Veterans Wellness | February 8-9, 2024 |
| Ontario Veterans Peer Support | January 25-26, 2024 |
| Ontario Veterans Peer Support | November 16-17, 2023 |
| Improving Veterans Wellness | October 26-27, 2023 |
| Police Service of Northern Ireland (Online) | October 19-20, 2023 |
| Ontario Veterans Peer Support | October 5-6, 2023 |
| Online Training | September 28-29, 2023 |
| Improving Veterans Wellness | May 11-12, 2023 |
| New Brunswick Fire Marshall’s Office | March 25-26, 2023 |
| Police Service of Northern Ireland (Online) | March 23-24, 2023 |
| Improving Veterans Wellness | March 2-3, 2023 |
| Police Service of Northern Ireland (Online) | February 1-2, 2023 |
| Improving Veterans Wellness | January 19-20, 2023 |
| Online Training (2SLGBTQ+) | November 17-18, 2022 |
