Student Testimonials

Here are their stories...

"In today’s world, trauma touches every discipline—whether the arts/humanities, the natural sciences, the social sciences, and even spiritual disciplines—and virtually every person. Considering this reality, I found the Introduction to Trauma and Crisis Counseling course blessed me two major ways. First, it offered me the opportunity to reflect on, and grow in, my understanding and embodiment of faith-based trauma-informed perspectives in my personal life. Second, it provided space for me to integrate the latest trauma pedagogy and research with my own training in political science to better serve the students in my care, both academically and interpersonally.”
Alex Haskins 
Trauma Certificate student and Associate Professor of Politics and
International Relations at Wheaton College

"I have been astounded by the quality of learning, the Biblical integration, and the holistic approach of this course. The professors actively engage with students offering a personal experience in an online class. The coursework invites the student to engage in clinically proven interventions while acknowledging the living presence of Christ amongst us. I have loved the assignments and been able to incorporate them in my daily interactions. I am so grateful for this program and cannot recommend it enough to others."

Megan Mitts
Trauma Certificate and Humanitarian Disaster Leadership student, Biola University Assistant Director of International Admissions / Spiritual Director 

"I enrolled in the Trauma Certificate program at Wheaton to become a trauma informed Chaplain, and wow, am I glad that I did. We live in a world filled with unimaginable evil, pain, and suffering, and yet we serve a good and gracious God who equips and empowers his people to walk through the unimaginable with the support of informed and empathetic helpers. I still have a long way to go, but I am grateful for the partnership of Wheaton College in becoming one of these helpers."
Sarah March
Trauma Certificate/Master's in Ministry Leadership student, Chaplain Chicago Red Stars