Training Specialist
Cynthia Carey joined Butler in September 2012 and brings with her over 29 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families in the field of child welfare.
Ms. Carey has worked in the area of child abuse and neglect, specializing in sexual abuse, for over 28 years. She has worked as a county caseworker and supervisor, and has been acknowledged for her contributions to the field by a variety of organizations. These acknowledgements include: the Colorado Department of Human Services for excellence in practice; the National Adolescent Perpetration Network Pioneer Award for her unique contributions to prevent perpetration of sexual abuse; the Sungate Kids’ Advocacy Center’s Excellence in Service Award; and the Colorado Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers Lifetime Achievement Award.
Ms. Carey has extensive clinical and supervisorial experience. She also has developed, planned, and implemented treatment programs for mothers of sexual abuse victims, victims of sexual abuse, sexually acting out youth, abuse reactive children, and non-offending parents. Ms. Carey served as the County Chair and Coordinator for the Multidisciplinary Child Protection Team for seven years, working to develop a collaborative community based team. In addition to being published, Ms. Carey has served as a consultant and trainer for community programs in regards to sexual abuse issues. Ms. Carey brings a wealth of real life knowledge and skills from her many years of experience of direct practice in the field.
