Domestic Violence Training
Module 1 – Domestic Violence – Offender Typology
A detailed overview of the types of high-risk individuals who use violence in intimate relationships, their mindset, thinking patterns, attitudes, grooming tactics and the abuser as a predator.
Module 2 – Types of Domestic Abuse
An in-depth examination of abusive tactics, strangulation, stalking, sexual abuse, and homicide in intimate relationships.
Module 3 – Probation and Parole Supervision of a Domestic Violence Caseload
Case study – from police report to conviction – a deep dive study of a violent offender on probation; tips and tricks of supervising a domestic violence caseload and trauma experienced by the supervising officer.
Module 4 – The effects of Intimate Partner Abuse and How to Support Victims
Understanding dating violence and the psychological effects of abuse - including Stockholm syndrome, trauma bonding and co-dependency. Answering common questions: Why stay in the relationship? Why let the abuser return? What happens if in the reunification process?
Sexual Violence Training
Sexual Violence Training Course
Grounded in current best practices, this comprehensive training is designed to equip probation
officers, healthcare professionals, educators, students, and survivors with the knowledge needed to
understand, prevent, and respond to sexual violence in a trauma-informed and survivor-centered
approach.
Participants will explore:
- Understanding sexual violence: Definitions, dynamics, and myths
- Sexually violent and abusive offender typology
- Recognizing warning signs and risk factors
- Supporting survivors with empathy and appropriate response
- Bystander intervention and prevention strategies
- Supervising sex offenders on a probation caseload
- Promoting a culture of safety, respect, and consent
This training fosters collaboration among diverse groups while empowering each participant to
contribute to safer, more informed communities. Whether you are supporting survivors, working in the
justice system, caring for patients, educating students, or healing from personal experience — this
training provides practical, respectful, and empowering guidance.
Case Management Training
Case Management Training Course
This 16-hour CASE MANAGEMENT training series that focuses on intimate partner violence was developed *by* a probation/parole officer *for* probation/parole officers, case managers, professionals who work with victims and anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of domestic violence/abuse in intimate partner relationships.
- Probation/Parole Officers and DOC Staff will learn effective case management strategies for this specialized caseload.
- Law Enforcement will learn about the complexities of intimate partner violence and guidelines for identifying the perpetrator.
- Healthcare Providers, Educators and Community Members will learn how to identify abuse, how to respond to suspected abuse and how to support victims.
Given the complexities of domestic violence, it is HIGHLY recommended attendees complete the entire series.
Case Management Training Course details can also be found here.
Trauma and Managing Stress Training
Trauma and Managing Stress Training Course
Human service professionals are often exposed to individuals who have experienced trauma –
and many professionals have experienced their own trauma. Over time, repeated exposure to
traumatic situations can have a profound affect on mental health, often times changing how a
person views the world, and their sense of safety.
Managing traumatic stress training equips individuals with the knowledge and skills to recognize,
respond to and recover from the psychological impact of traumatic events. This training
emphasizes early intervention, resilience-building and healthy coping strategies to reduce the risk
of long-term emotional and physical consequences.
Trauma and Managing Stress training will allow professionals to
- Recognize and identify the early signs of traumatic stress
- Strengthen positive and healthy coping strategies
- Boost overall wellness
- Reduce the risk and impact of long-term stressors
Verbal De-escalation Training
Verbal De-escalation Training Course
Effective communication is critical when working with individuals in high-stress or high-risk situations. This
training equips your staff with the skills needed to safely and confidently de-escalate tense interactions
using verbal strategies.
When working with clients, the goal is to reduce the risk of harm, build rapport, and promote respectful
relationships – all while maintaining the safety of involved parties. Participants will learn how to recognize
early signs of agitation, apply calm and intentional communication techniques, and maintain control.
Training topics include:
- Understanding emotional and behavioral triggers
- Techniques for staying calm and controlling tone
- Active listening and empathy-based communication
- Setting boundaries and giving clear, respectful directives
- Responding to resistance, threats, or emotional dysregulation
- De-escalation strategies tailored to individuals with trauma or mental health needs
- De-escalation scenarios for practice
This training can be tailored to your agency’s population and staff needs, and is ideal for officers,
supervisors, and frontline staff interacting with high-risk or emotionally dysregulated individuals.
Coordinated Community Response Training
Coordinated Community Response Information
A Coordinated Community Response is a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach that brings together
local systems and service providers to address domestic violence, sexual violence, and related forms of
abuse. The goal is to create a unified, survivor-centered, and effective response that prioritizes safety,
accountability, and long-term change.
Key Partners in a CCR May Include:
- Law enforcement
- Courts and probation
- Victim advocates
- Healthcare providers
- Child welfare agencies
- Mental health and substance use providers
- Schools and universities
- Local government and policy makers
Coordinated Community Response Involves:
- Regular interagency meetings and case consultations
- Shared protocols and response guidelines
- Cross-training for professionals across sectors
- Data collection and evaluation to improve outcomes
- A shared commitment to survivor safety, equity, and justice
Coordinated Community Response matters because it improves victim/survivor safety and access to
services, increases offender accountability Encourages shared responsibility and consistent messaging
and Strengthens prevention and early intervention efforts
For training on coordinated community response, please contact Anita at 720.363.0345.
Customized Training
Customized Training Example
No two agencies are the same. That’s why all training sessions are fully customizable to reflect the
specific goals, challenges, and populations your department serves.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your approach to supervising individuals convicted of domestic or
sexual violence, improve staff confidence with risk assessments, or build a more victim-centered
supervision model, I work directly with your team to develop training that is relevant, practical, and
immediately applicable.
Customization may include:
- Tailoring content based on staff roles
- Adjusting focus areas (e.g., intimate partner violence, sexual offense supervision, trauma-informed practices)
- Aligning with your agency’s policies, procedures, and jurisdictional requirements
- Incorporating case examples or scenarios relevant to your local context
- Delivering sessions in-person, virtually, or through hybrid formats
Let’s build a training plan that meets your team where they are—and equips them with the tools they
need.
Please call Anita at 720.363.0345 to discuss customized training for your agency.
Virtual Training
Virtual Training Options
A.D. Burke Consulting, LLC offers engaging, accessible, and interactive virtual trainings in the areas of
domestic and sexual violence, traumatic stress management and verbal- de-escalation. Virtual trainings
are specifically designed to educate, empower, and equip professionals, students and community
members with the tools needed to respond effectively to high-stakes and trauma-sensitive situations – no
matter where they are located.
Our virtual training sessions use a combination of live instruction, case studies, breakout discussions, and
interactive tools to ensure participants stay engaged and leave with practical skills they can apply in real-
world settings.
Whether you’re part of a professional team, educational institution, or justice system, we tailor each
session to your specific needs—making high-quality training both convenient and effective.
All trainings are offer a culturally responsive approach, using a mix of interactive instruction, real-world
case scenarios grounded in best practices and tailored to meet the needs of professionals in criminal
justice, healthcare, education, community services, and beyond.
Contact Anita at 720.363.0345 to schedule a virtual training for your agency.