The profession of a psychologist requires a lot of emotional and psychological resources. Day-to-day work with human injuries, pain, and suffering can often lead to chronic stress and professional burnout. And the long-lasting emotional pressure created is seriously detrimental to the health of the specialists.

Considering the risks, the organization Save Ukraine initiated the training Prevention of Emotional Anxiety and Team Intelligence for psychologists who work with children and families affected by the War. The way to go is to teach our psychologists how to cope with burnout and quickly renew personal resources.

During the intensive, participants listened to interesting and helpful lectures and learned several practical skills. Under the supervision of the trainers, they have learned the causes, symptoms, and stages of development of professional burnout. They have learned to recognize the first signs of this condition in the early stages and use effective counteract techniques as well.

Psychologists have discovered valuable self-regulation techniques, rebalancing between work and personal life, and have practiced individual and group consultations. In the same way, the participants shared their personal knowledge, discussed the difficulties, and found inspiration in each other. The training provides a unique chance for experts to renew their strength and gain energy for further work.

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The progress of the program, Comprehensive Psychological Assistance to Children and Families who suffered from the War, is part of the USAID project Rebuilding the Community Health System with support from PACT. It aims at psychological support for displaced people – adults and children who have experienced trauma.