About LaDonna Carey, (she/her), MA, Senior Psychological Examiner
LaDonna Carey, a licensed Senior Psychological Examiner, has over 35 years of experience
specializing in attachment wounds, betrayal trauma, and Critical Incident Stress Management
(CISM). She earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from East Tennessee State
University in 1989, later returning as an adjunct instructor from 2014 to 2020.
Based in Kingsport, TN, LaDonna runs a private practice offering in-person and virtual therapy,
with a focus on helping individuals and couples heal from betrayal trauma through personalized
sessions and intensives. Trained in Partner Trauma Therapy and multiple couples therapy
modalities, she integrates trauma-informed approaches tailored to each client. She is also the
author of Healing from Betrayal, a workbook for rediscovering Self after betrayal.
LaDonna provides continuing education for psychotherapists nationwide and, as a seasoned
CISM responder, has supported industries such as manufacturing, banking, retail, and nuclear
through crisis recovery and employee support.
Meeting Betrayal Trauma: What You Need to Know
Betrayal trauma profoundly impacts clients' emotional regulation, attachment security, and relational trust—yet many therapists feel unprepared to navigate its complexities. This training equips mental health professionals with a trauma-informed, ethically sound framework for assessing and treating betrayal trauma in both individual and couples therapy. Participants will explore common trauma responses, therapeutic techniques for stabilization and healing, and the role of discernment counseling when clients face relationship uncertainty. Through case studies and practical application, attendees will gain actionable strategies to help clients move from crisis to clarity. This session is ideal for therapists seeking to expand their clinical competence in betrayal trauma recovery.
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By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
1) Identify and assess the core symptoms and relational dynamics of betrayal trauma to accurately conceptualize cases and develop appropriate treatment plans.
2) Demonstrate at least three evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients process betrayal, regulate emotions, and work toward personal or relational healing.
3) Apply ethical decision-making frameworks to effectively navigate boundary-setting, therapist neutrality, and dual-client considerations while maintaining professional ethical standards.
Where you can see my presentation:
California Pathways to Practice Symposium, Virtual Speaker Series
December 19, 2025
8:00-9:30 am Pacific Time
​​Course meets the qualifications for 1.5 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
This event is intended to be accessible to all. If financial barriers would otherwise prevent your attendance, please reach out to Robyn@alignedcarecenter.com to discuss financial accommodations. For other accommodations, please click here for more information.
We extend our gratitude to the sponsor of this presentation for making it possible for us to compensate the speaker and make this event accessible. ​
