Trauma-Informed Resilience Training
(Re)STORE
Survivors of Trauma Obtaining Resilience and Empowerment
Mental Health Virginia (MHV) provides a recovery education program for Virginia residents who have been a victim of crime or survivor of trauma.
The (Re)STORE program uses Peer Recovery Specialists to facilitate trauma-informed education and recovery support for victims of crime or survivors of trauma anywhere in Virginia. MHV is known for its mental health recovery and empowerment trainings, provided throughout Virginia and funded by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health for over 15 years. (Re)STORE adapts MHV’s recovery programming to help fill the gap in community mental health recovery services for adults who have been affected by crime. The goal is to facilitate ongoing recovery by using a strengths-based approach to empower self-advocacy.
MHV was one of 15 recipients in the U.S. awarded an ALKERMES Inspiration Grant™ in 2016, which allowed us to create and provide this special training for Virginia residents. Training sessions have continued and been updated with federal funding from the Victims of Crime Act through the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services.
Referrals are encouraged from Victim Witness Programs, Domestic and Sexual Assault Crisis Centers, local Community Services Boards, advocates and service providers throughout Virginia.
(Re)STORE provides compassionate, trauma-informed support for victims of crime or serious trauma in Virginia. Led by trained Peer Recovery Specialists, the program offers a safe, welcoming space for healing through interactive wellness and resilience programming that supports emotional recovery, builds strength, and restores a sense of safety and control. Our strengths-based approach empowers participants to reclaim their voice, strengthen self-advocacy, and move forward at their own pace.
Sampler
Format: This live 90-minute webinar is free of charge and intended for Virginia victims of crime and survivors of trauma.
Topics include: Trauma and stress, grief and loss, wellness and resilience
Wellness
Format: These virtual trainings are free of charge and intended for Virginia victims of crime and survivors of trauma.
Topics may include: Self compassion, mindfulness, self awareness
Resilience
Format: This in-person training is intended for Virginia victims of crime and survivors of trauma. A scholarship includes tuition and materials.
Topics include: Trauma awareness, grief and loss, resilience
PLEASE NOTE: Space is limited. A separate application is required to attend each program.
2026 Schedule
(Re)STORE: Sampler
March 11
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
(Re)STORE: Sampler
May 13
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
(Re)STORE: Sampler
Wednesday, March 11
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
The (Re)STORE: Sampler webinar introduces an interactive program of wellness and resilience topics to facilitate ongoing recovery by using a strengths-based approach to empower individuals toward self-advocacy.
Format: This live 90-minute webinar is free of charge. This program is funded to provide services to individuals who have experienced harm as a result of a crime. Eligibility is based on self-identification. No documentation, reporting, or proof of victimization is required.
Topics include: Trauma and stress, grief and loss, wellness and resilience
Facilitators: Kevin Kelly, CPRS and Heather Fossen, CPRS
CEUs: 1.5 VCB-approved hours of education available after passing a brief exam
“The space felt safe and brave, encouraged open discussion and input from participants, and provided follow-up opportunities (extended trainings). “
“Learning some new tips and tricks about trauma and supporting others with trauma issues. “
“The presenters were great- they explained everything well and brought applicable real life examples. They were great at engaging with us as well. “
This project was supported in part by VSGP grant no.20-A4722VP18 awarded by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justices Services (DCJS) from funds authorized by the federal Office on Victims of Crime, Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) and awarded to Virginia by the U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of DCJS or the U.S. Department of Justice.
(Re)STORE: Self Care
Facilitator: Heather Fossen, CPRS
Duration: 00:41
This short video introduces self-care as a gentle, personalized practice that supports healing and emotional well-being after trauma.
(Re)STORE: Healing Centered Engagement
Facilitator: Kevin Kelly, CPRS
Duration: 00:48
This short video introduces Healing-Centered Engagement, a strengths-based approach by Shawn Ginwright, PhD, that supports recovery, connection, and well-being after trauma.
(Re)STORE: Catch It, Check It, Change It
Facilitator: Jamie Reavis, CPRS
Duration: 00:54
This short video introduces “Catch It, Check It, Change It,” a gentle approach to noticing and reframing unhelpful thoughts during trauma recovery.