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Saturday July 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Brain injury, and in some cases epilepsy surgery, can affect far more than a child’s physical recovery. These experiences can leave lasting emotional effects on the entire family. This session will explore how medical trauma can show up in parents, caregivers, siblings, and children after hospitalizations, surgeries, emergencies, and ongoing care. Attendees will learn to recognize common signs of trauma, understand how trauma can affect coping, relationships, and decision-making, and hear practical ideas for supporting healing, resilience, and family well-being over time.

Session times are placeholders for now. Final times will be set once we confirm clinician schedules.
Moderators
avatar for Audrey Vernick

Audrey Vernick

Director of Patient and Family Advocacy, Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Alliance
Audrey Vernick is the Director of Patient and Family Advocacy for the Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Alliance. Her journey into advocacy began with her son, Bennett, who suffered an in utero stroke leading to unrelenting infantile spasms. After failing multiple anti-seizure medications... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Bommer, M.A., LPC

Jennifer Bommer, M.A., LPC

Certified Brain Injury Specialist, Texas Neurotrauma Counseling
Jennifer is a licensed professional counselor and brain injury specialist (CBIS) based in Austin, Texas. She is the founder of Texas Neurotrauma Counseling and a dedicated advocate for advancements in the brain injury system of care. Jennifer also holds a certification in concussions... Read More →
Saturday July 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Salon C 3001 Kalahari Blvd, Round Rock, TX, USA

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