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NEW WEBINARS COMING THIS SPRING
Substance Use and the Impact on Families, Emotional Intelligence, Anxiety at Work, Personality Disorders, PTSD, Hoarding, Communication & Problem-Solving, Compassion Fatigue, and much more
As always, these events are absolutely free & everyone is welcome! Attendance certificates are provided at no cost.
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April 16 | Understanding Grief
Grief is a natural reaction to the loss of a loved one, and in most cases, grief symptoms decrease over time. But for some people, intense grief persists and is severe enough to cause problems in everyday life. Explore the symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic criteria, and treatment of prolonged grief disorder with a licensed therapist.
April 16 | Understanding Suicide
Open and honest conversations about suicide play a crucial role in prevention. Explore the causes of suicide, the warning signs, and how to cope in this one-hour seminar.
April 17 | Understanding Hoarding
Hoarding is a compulsive behavior that involves much more than keeping extra papers around. Explore the reasons people hoard, common symptoms of hoarding, and the impact of hoarding with a licensed therapist.
April 21 | Talking to Children About Alcohol & Substance Use in the Family NEW
Learn how to talk about caregiver/relative substance and alcohol use with kids, how to tailor the discussion to the child’s developmental stage, and how to create a supportive environment where children feel safe to express their concerns and ask questions.
April 22 | Understanding Dissociative Disorders
Dissociation changes your sense of time and identity and makes people feel disconnected from their thoughts, feelings, and memories. Explore the types of dissociative disorders, their symptoms, prevalence & causation, and how they’re treated with a licensed therapist.
April 24 | Understanding Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a lifelong illness that changes how you think, feel, and act. Explore the causes, symptoms, co-occurring disorders, and treatment of schizophrenia with a licensed therapist.
April 29 | Communication Do’s & Don’ts
Understanding how mental health impacts thinking and behavior helps to reduce frustration & stress, and improves outcomes for everyone. Learn simple tools to manage conflict and express feelings with a licensed therapist.
April 30 | Conflict Management and Problem-Solving in Relationships
Heightened emotions, irrational thinking, impaired judgment, and distorted perceptions impact our ability to solve problems quickly. Learn strategies for effective problem-solving and conflict management with a licensed therapist.
April 30 | Anxiety in the Workplace NEW
While stress at work is common, constant and overwhelming anxiety can negatively impact productivity, confidence, and overall health. Discuss common anxiety triggers and practical strategies for managing stress, setting boundaries, and building resilience.
May 1 | Navigating Work-Life Balance NEW
Learn practical strategies to create balance in your busy life, with actionable tips & inspiration to prioritize what matters most.
May 5 | Substance Abuse & The Impact on Families NEW
Explore the impact of substance use on family dynamics & the emotional and psychological effects on children.
May 6 | Understanding Compassion Fatigue & Burnout
Learn the warning signs, who is at risk, and how to restore your emotional energy in this one-hour seminar.
May 7 | The Connection Between Substance Use Disorders and Mental Illness
Explore the reciprocal relationship between substance use and mental illness, and discuss the role of genetics, environment, and trauma with a licensed therapist.
May 7 | Boundary IQ
Fear of conflict, a tendency to prioritize others’ approval, or past experiences of invalidation or disrespect can make setting & maintaining boundaries a challenge.
May 8 | Understanding Family Reactions to Mental Illness
Understanding why people experience things differently can help to ease tension & increase acceptance.
May 13 | Work Stress and Burnout
Learn practical tips to manage distress and discuss effective ways to cope with a licensed therapist.
May 14 | Understanding Personality Disorders
Explore the categories of personality disorders, their symptoms, causes, risk factors, and evidence-based treatment.
May 14 | Understanding PTSD
An accessible guide to understanding what causes Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, its symptoms, co-occurring disorders, and treatment options.
May 15 | What is Emotional Intelligence?
Explore the core components of emotional intelligence—self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and social skills—and gain practical tools to understand and manage your emotions.
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