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Increasing attention has been paid to healthcare provider wellness in recent years, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic. One phenomenon that is increasingly described is compassion fatigue, a combination of burnout and prolonged exposure to traumatic events over the course of providing care. Compassion fatigue manifests as individually distressing symptoms of depression or anxiety which can be associated with decreased quality of care at the individual level and contribute to high turnover in healthcare positions, particularly those in forensic facilities. Participants will learn about the concepts behind compassion fatigue and how individual and organizational factors can contribute. They will learn about validated assessment measures estimating levels of burnout and compassion fatigue that can be self-administered or given to large groups. We will review available evidence on ways to improve wellness, satisfaction, and reduce compassion fatigue such as mindfulness.