Trainings & Consultations
At Creative Ways Therapy, we offer a range of professional development services designed to support therapists and mental health practitioners in enhancing their skills and advancing their practice.
From dynamic, interactive trainings to personalized clinical supervision and consultation, our goal is to equip you and your team with the tools and strategies needed to thrive in your work. Our practice has worked extensively with colleagues across the DC area, delivering engaging, evidence-based presentations and tailored guidance that translates into meaningful, practical outcomes.
Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, navigate complex cases, or foster growth within your team, Creative Ways Therapy is here to support you.
Featured Trainings
how to inspire your team to lead
This training will equip you with the tools to motivate, empower, and develop team members into confident leaders, fostering a workplace culture of initiative, accountability, and growth.
Ethics Escape Room
Work with fellow social workers to solve puzzles, navigate ethical dilemmas, and uncover the clues needed to “escape” while sharpening your understanding of professional ethics.
harm reduction in the treatment of substance use disorders
From therapeutic session to safer consumption, this virtual training will explore harm reduction principles to substance use treatment. Participants gain clinical strategies for implementing harm reduction in both individual sessions and broader systems of care.
YOU MIGHT BE OVERTHINKING IT: Writing effective & succinct progress notes
Training for mental health professionals on practical strategies to simplify documentation, save time, and stay compliant.
bringing your best self to work: Professionalism, Communication, and Self-Care
Dynamic training designed to help mental health professionals strengthen workplace relationships, communicate with clarity and compassion, and maintain personal well-being.
Sand tray therapy: A hands-on Introduction
This training introduces the principles and techniques of Sand Tray Therapy, helping mental health professionals use this powerful, creative modality to support clients in processing emotions, trauma, and deep subconscious experiences.
the art of holding space
This training guides mental health professionals in trauma-informed practices that create safety, trust, and deep healing, equipping them to support clients with greater presence, sensitivity, and compassion.
core competencies for direct practice
PART 1: Foundational Counseling Skills
PART 2: Navigating Complexity and Urgency
PART 3: Boundaries, Balance, and Burnout Prevention
This is a three part training series packed with practical skills for mental health professionals looking to strengthen their clinical foundation. Participants will gain essential tools for effective communication, setting and maintaining boundaries, and confidently responding to crises.
Meet your trainer
Donna Geraci, LICSW
Therapist / Supervisor / Consultant
Donna is a dynamic therapist, clinical supervisor, and co-leader of Creative Ways Therapy, where she inspires her team to explore new perspectives and embrace growth-oriented approaches to therapy. Known for her creative thinking, engaging teaching style, and motivational supervision, Donna brings energy and clarity to topics that often feel overwhelming. Her trainings not only equip therapists with the tools to foster confidence and professionalism in their work, but also inspire them to approach their work with renewed creativity, authenticity, and connection to their craft.
Kind Words
From past trainees, supervisees, consulting clients, and community partners.
Consulting Services
Whether it’s developing trauma-informed practices, designing therapeutic programs, drafting policy manuals, or training staff, we’re here to help bring your ideas to life.
If you have a specific project or idea in mind, or even if you’re just exploring possibilities, we’d love to connect and brainstorm how we can support you.
Designing trauma-informed care programs for schools, nonprofits, or agencies.
Facilitating employee wellness workshops on stress management, resilience, and burnout prevention.
Drafting policy and procedures for mental health programs.
Leadership development programs on trauma-informed workplace practices.
Establishing mental health initiatives within workplaces or community organizations.
Establishing play therapy programs with community mental health agencies.
Do you have a
project in mind?
Let's chat about it!
Whether you’re interested in partnering with us for a project, requesting a tailored training, booking a speaking engagement, or exploring other opportunities to work together, we’d love to connect.
Share your ideas and requests with us using this form, and we’ll get back to you promptly to discuss how we can bring your vision to life.