Interpreting Under Pressure

Interpreters regularly juggle high cognitive, emotional, and physical demands—often in fast-paced or unpredictable situations. This session brings together the Demand-Control Schema and the science of stress to help you better understand what’s happening in the moment—and what you can do to manage it.

Through practical, evidence-based tools and reflective discussion, you'll explore ways to reduce burnout, increase resilience, and maintain clarity and professionalism under pressure.

What You'll Learn

• Identify interpreter-specific stressors using the Demand-Control Schema

• Explore evidence-based techniques for emotional regulation and stress reduction

• Create a personalised toolkit for managing pressure in live interpreting environments

You’ll Leave With:

✔ Concrete tools to manage stress before, during, and after assignments
✔ Greater awareness of your own signs of overwhelm
✔ A proactive and compassionate approach to interpreting under pressure

About the Trainer

Monique Champagne (she/her) is a certified sign language interpreter and licensed psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience. As the founder of Healing Haven Outreach Services, she supports interpreters through training, coaching, and education. Monique’s work blends deep cultural insight, evidence-based practices, and a strong grounding in social justice and mental health.

Key Information

• Trainer: Monique Champagne, MA, LPC, NIC Master, BEI-IV

• Language of Instruction: English

• Structured CPD: 3 points

• Recording: Not available

• Notetaker present: No

• Camera: Preferably on

• Participation: Active and encouraged