Events

Understanding Depression & Suicide in Young People

Depression in children and teenagers is often undiagnosed and untreated because symptoms are mistaken for normal emotional changes. Learn what factors contribute to youth depression and suicide, the signs and symptoms, and what we can do to prevent it with a licensed therapist.

Understanding Social Anxiety

It’s normal to feel nervous in some social situations, but social anxiety disorder involves more than temporary discomfort when giving a presentation or making small talk. Everyday interactions cause intense feelings of anxiety and fear that disrupt relationships, daily routines, and performance at work and school. Explore the symptoms of social anxiety disorder, learn what the possible causes are, how it is treated, and strategies to manage symptoms and support loved ones who are struggling.

Understanding Motivation and Procrastination

Almost everyone procrastinates sometimes. But if you continue to put things off, then regret it and feel bad about yourself afterward, it’s easy to get caught in a cycle that can impact your physical & mental health. Explore the reasons why people procrastinate and learn techniques to get and stay motivated with a licensed therapist.

Understanding Antisocial Personality Disorder

Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) is a complex mental health condition marked by persistent disregard for others, impulsivity, and a lack of empathy. People with ASPD may ignore laws or social norms, potentially putting themselves and other people in harm’s way. Discuss how it’s diagnosed, the challenges of managing ASPD, and the impact it can have on relationships and society.

Understanding Skin Picking & Trichotillomania

Trichotillomania, hair-pulling, and excoriation disorder, better known as skin-picking, are two distinct disorders falling under the OCD umbrella that have many similarities. Join us in learning more about these body-focused repetitive behaviors and discuss the signs and symptoms, causes, and treatment options with a licensed therapist. Gain tips to manage symptoms and learn how to support loved ones who are struggling in this one-hour seminar.

When a Loved One is Diagnosed

Providing effective support to friends and family members with a mental health disorder is an essential component of the recovery process. Discuss the complications of mental illness, the four dimensions of recovery, and learn how to make a recovery plan in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist.

Understanding Schizoaffective Disorder

Schizoaffective disorder is a complicated illness that is often confused with other disorders. Explore the diagnostic criteria, signs, and symptoms that differentiate schizoaffective disorder from other illnesses. This one-hour seminar includes information on causation, risk factors, treatment options, and ways to cope.

Illness Deception: Understanding Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another

At the heart of Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another (previously Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy) is concern that a caregiver is either lying about an illness in a child or dependent adult, or has caused real symptoms in an otherwise healthy person. Learn the signs and symptoms of this disorder and what motivates a caregiver to cause illness in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist.

Emotional Regulation in Kids: Providing a Foundation to Manage Big Emotions

Children aren’t born knowing how to manage emotions or express feelings in appropriate ways. And when children don’t understand their emotions, challenging behavior can arise. This webinar will help you find ways to create healthy connections with kids, understand how to calm the child’s nervous system, and teach you skills to practice. Part 1 in a 3-part series.

What is High-Functioning Depression?

Persistent fatigue, low self-esteem, poor concentration, and feeling hopeless puts people at higher-than-average risk for suicide and self-harm, and symptoms can continue indefinitely without treatment. Discuss the signs and symptoms of persistent depressive disorder, what causes it, and who is at risk in this one-hour seminar.

The Psychology of People-Pleasing

People-pleasing is a tendency to prioritize others’ needs over your own, even at the expense of your own health, safety, and well-being. It can be a response to trauma or life experiences, or to manage anxiety about other people’s approval & reactions. Explore the roots of people-pleasing behavior and its impact on mental health and learn how to set healthy boundaries, build self-confidence, and communicate more assertively.

Holiday Stress & Self-Care

The “most wonderful time of the year” doesn’t always feel that wonderful. Demands on our time and energy often leave us feeling tired, disappointed, and depressed. Learn effective strategies to manage holiday stress, prioritize self-care, and get the support you need in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist.

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 and learn practical tips for managing symptoms and supporting loved ones in this one-hour seminar.

Coping with Loneliness and Building Social Connections

People can be alone and not feel lonely, or be surrounded by others and still experience feelings of isolation. Explore the causes of loneliness, how it spreads through social networks, and the impact of loneliness on our physical and mental health in this one-hour seminar. Learn practical tips to strengthen current relationships and make new connections.

Understanding Toxic Relationships

Toxic relationships are characterized by controlling, manipulative, or abusive behaviors that slowly wear away at a person’s self-worth, self-esteem, and overall happiness. Learn to recognize the signs of a toxic relationship and discuss communication skills, accountability, and personal boundaries with a licensed therapist.

Resolutions & Goal Setting

According to statistics, only 9% of people actually accomplish their New Year’s resolutions. Explore the psychology behind why resolutions fail and how to set goals that you can and will achieve with a licensed therapist.

Cannabis and Mental Health

With expanded legalization and use of cannabis, it is crucial to explore the potential impacts it can have on mental well-being. This webinar provides evidence-based insights to promote a better understanding of the topic

Peace of Mind Long Term Planning

Using the LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve, Part 1 and 2

Advanced Waiver, Siblings

Waiver Basics

Sibling Good Life Group

Adult Siblings of People with Intellectual Disabilities/Autism

This group of adult siblings will have the opportunity guide the group’s direction, network with other siblings, talk about your lived experience, hear from experts on topics relevant to sibling life, have open and informative discussions, and plan for a future that holds true potential for you and your family.

Meeting the last Monday of EACH Month!

Caregiver Support Group

You care for your loved one(s), but who is caring for you?

We have a safe place, meeting EACH MONTH, for you to connect with other caregivers who understand the things you are dealing with and find the support you need as a caregiver.

Meeting the First Wednesday, and Third Monday of EACH Month!

You Worry Too Much! Understanding Anxiety in Children & Adolescents

Kids are often aware that persistent anxious thoughts are not typical and may hide their symptoms out of confusion, embarrassment, or shame. Explore the causes and symptoms of anxiety in children and adolescents, evidence-based treatment options, and practical ways you can provide support in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist.

Understanding Stress Responses: Effects on Your Body and Behavior

The term ‘stress’ is used loosely in our culture. What does it really mean and how vulnerable are you? Understand the biology of stress and explore realistic and practical ways to manage distress in this one-hour seminar.

What is Emotional Intelligence?

Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize your own emotions and how others feel. It can be used to understand behavior and guide decision-making. It’s a skill set that can be developed and improved; people with high emotional intelligence are better at navigating relationships, managing conflict, and fostering personal and professional growth. Explore the core components of emotional intelligence—self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and social skills—and gain practical tools to better understand and manage your emotions in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist.

Self-Care and Wellbeing: A Hands-On Approach for Better Health

It’s normal to experience anxiety, fear, anger, and grief during times of uncertainty. Now more than ever, it’s important to recognize these feelings and allow time to recharge – but too often, we feel guilty for taking time to meet our basic needs. Explore what self-care is and why it’s so important, and learn techniques for incorporating self-care into your daily life with a licensed therapist.

Understanding Dissociative Disorders

Dissociation changes your sense of time and identity and makes people feel disconnected from their thoughts, feelings, and memories. It’s a normal phenomenon that most people experience at some point, though some will develop a dissociative disorder that requires treatment. Explore the types of dissociative disorders, their symptoms, prevalence & causation, and how they’re treated.

Understanding Intergenerational Trauma

Trauma can be passed down through families, affecting individuals and communities across generations. Explore how trauma moves through generations, its consequences, the link to complex PTSD, and how to recover in this one-hour seminar.

The Psychological Origins of Stigma & Bias

How does cultural bias impact treatment, prevention, & recovery? Discuss the origins of understanding mental illness, how misinformation is spread, and how stigma impacts individuals and communities. Learn tips for correcting negative perceptions with a licensed therapist.