Course Description

Navigating the demanding role of a court interpreter requires more than linguistic expertise; it demands resilience, emotional fortitude, and self-awareness. Interpreters are entrusted with the critical task of accurately conveying not just words, but also the nuances of emotion, trauma, and personal narratives in a high-stakes environment.

In this workshop, we delve into the unique challenges faced by court interpreters, offering practical strategies and support mechanisms to bolster their mental well-being. From managing work-related stress to navigating personal triggers while maintaining professional detachment, participants will gain invaluable insights and tools to enhance their emotional resilience on the job.

Join us as we explore tailored techniques and self-care practices designed specifically for interpreters, equipping them to thrive amidst the complexities of their vital role in the judicial system.


**Please note this self-paced course is not currently approved for New Mexico CEUs.

Meet The Instructor

Eliane Sfeir-Markus

Eliane Sfeir-Markus is a court certified English-Arabic Interpreter in the state of Pennsylvania and Delaware. Also, she is a Certified Healthcare Interpreter and an adjunct professor at Widener University Delaware Law School, an Interpreter Expert with Language Services Associates, and an instructor at the De La Mora Institute of Interpretation. Eliane is also a licensed Community Interpreter Trainer. She joined the Board of Directors of the Delaware Valley Translators Association (DVTA) in 2017 and served as the president of DVTA from 2020 until January 2024. Eliane is a certified coach and speaker with the John Maxwell Team. Eliane’s public speaking skills have earned her the recognition to train new and advanced interpreters and to lead many presentations and training sessions. She presented on cultural intelligence, unconscious bias, ethical competition, and other pertaining topics. Eliane speaks Arabic, English and French. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Translation from Holy Spirit University in Lebanon.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to the webinar!

    • Webinar Description
  • 2

    Webinar Replay

    • Mental Health Management - Webinar and Resources

    • Thanks for watching!