Course Overview
The Certified Trait-Based Facilitator Training is an immersive, self-paced certification that equips you to deliver the Trait-Based Model of Recovery with confidence. Through 8 modules of video lessons, applied practice, and workbook integration, you’ll gain both the technical knowledge and facilitation skills needed to lead recovery groups in treatment, justice, and community settings. This isn’t just orientation — it’s applied practice designed to prepare you to create safe, strengths-based spaces where transformation begins.
What You’ll Learn
- Administer validated Trait and Hero of Recovery assessments
- Guide meaningful group discussions
- Integrate the Recovery Empowerment Workbook
- Facilitate groups in treatment, justice, or community settings
- Create safe, strengths-based spaces
Your Outcome
“By completion, you will be a Certified Trait-Based Facilitator and Start from Strength Recovery Ambassador.”
Certification
Confidence
Community
Inside the Training: 8 Modules
Your certification is structured step-by-step across 8 modules:
Module 1: Foundations of Trait-Based Recovery
Discover the story of Trait-Based, the Three Pillars (Traits, Shadows, Heroes), and take your own Trait and Hero of Recovery assessment.
Module 2: The Program Ecosystem
Learn how the 8 modules connect, explore the guidebook, and integrate the Empowerment Workbook into group sessions.
Module 3: Assessments in Action
Practice administering assessments, tracking outcomes, and interpreting data to inspire growth.
Module 4: You Are the Model
Experience your own assessment results, explore light and shadow traits, and learn how self-awareness shapes facilitation.
Module 5: Facilitation Skills for Trait-Based Recovery
Develop the core skills to structure group sessions, handle challenges, and create trauma-informed, strengths-based spaces.
Module 6: Integrating the Empowerment Workbook
Link workbook activities to recovery themes and real-world resilience, turning tasks into reflection and growth.
Module 7: Applied Practice and Case Studies
Step into real-world scenarios, practice facilitation choices, and reflect on your own style through interactive case studies.
Module 8: Becoming a Start from Strength Ambassador
Finish strong with fidelity vs. flexibility, capturing outcomes, building a community of practice, and your final commissioning as an Ambassador.
Pricing & Enrollment
- Lifetime access to 8 modules
- Downloadable resources
- Step-by-step practice
- Certification + Ambassador recognition
- Community support
About the Instructor
Dr. Jason Roop is the founder of the Center for Trait-Based Transformation and the architect of the Trait-Based Model of Recovery. His own journey through addiction and long-term recovery fuels his passion for helping others discover their inner strengths and reclaim their lives.
Dr. Roop holds a Ph.D. in Business Management and Leadership and a Master of Theology. His published research demonstrates how trait-based approaches reduce anxiety and depression while improving resilience, engagement, and long-term recovery outcomes. He is a national speaker, author, and trainer who has worked with treatment centers, schools, and justice systems across multiple states to implement Trait-Based programming.
With a unique blend of personal authenticity and academic credibility, Dr. Roop brings both compassion and clarity to his teaching. His mission is simple: to empower leaders, facilitators, and community members to Start from Strength — building safe, strengths-based environments where transformation can take root and thrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the training take?
5–6 hours total, self-paced
Who is it for?
Clinicians, peer support, justice staff, community leaders
Does certification include licensing?
No, seat bundles are purchased separately
