Our Services
Services
We provide a range of professional services to support those working with children, youth, and adults affected by childhood trauma. Our work emphasizes trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches that help professionals, families, and courts navigate complex clinical and legal issues. Please contact us for more information, or to book a training event at your organization.
Counselling
We provide specialized counselling for individuals affected by childhood trauma. Our approach is grounded in trauma-informed, evidence-based practice, with a focus on helping children, youth, and adults process their experiences in a safe and supportive environment. Counselling is tailored to each client’s needs and guided by decades of clinical expertise in trauma assessment and treatment.
Consultation & Supervision
We offer professional consultation and clinical supervision to healthcare providers and organizations working with trauma-affected populations. This includes individual and group supervision for clinicians in training, as well as case consultation for those seeking support with complex cases. Our goal is to strengthen clinical skills, ensure best practices, and provide guidance that enhances both professional development and client outcomes.
Training & Certification
Specialized training programs and certifications are available for healthcare professionals through SafeGuards Training. Courses are led by Geraldine Crisci, M.S.M., and focus on practical strategies, assessment tools, and interventions that strengthen trauma-informed practice.
Additional Services
File Reviews
File reviews are often provided in cases which involve the welfare of young children. There may be uncertainty, particularly in cases in which the child is under the age of seven years, when there is concern regarding harm or risk. This situation can be further complicated by a custody/access dispute. Police and Protection often play a role in investigation of these cases. Investigation involving young children is often challenging, because of the language and cognitive limitations of this age group. A file review includes an examination of all relevant material involving stated concerns of each parent; child statements; and the involvement of formal agencies. It is sometimes necessary to conduct an independent review in order to assure the child’s needs are considered independently of the needs of the parent(s).
File Review Process & Fees: Such reviews often involve 35-45 hours of time. A retainer of $5,000 is required. The final report will be released upon payment of the balance. Average costs: $5,000 – $10,000.
Expert Witness Services
Geraldine Crisci M.S.W. is a qualified criminal court expert witness who provides specialized expertise in cases involving children, trauma, and sexual abuse. With decades of experience, she offers independent, professional opinions to assist the court in understanding complex psychological and developmental issues that may influence testimony and disclosure.
Her areas of expertise include:
- Disclosure process
- Sexual abuse dynamics
- Trauma assessment
- Investigative interviewing of young children
- Memory and suggestibility in young children
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