When we pursue “helper” professions, we are often exposed to the trauma of the people and communities we serve. This workshop will discuss what happens in the brain when helping professionals experience secondary trauma at their jobs. In addition, the workshop will explore evidence-based practices that support recovery from vicarious trauma including the importance of safety.

Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. WHAT DOES THE TRAINING COVER? Common signs and symptoms of mental illness Common signs and symptoms of substance use disorders How to interact with a person in crisis How to connect the person with help The "ALGEE" action plan WHAT IS THE MHFA CERTIFICATION PROCESS? Register using the provided link Participants complete a 2-hour independent online learning module using a personalized login, which will be provided to you via email. Complete full session(s) of live instruction on Zoom Successfully complete a quiz and evaluation Receive a 3-year professional certification in Mental Health First Aid conferred by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing

QPR is an evidence-based certification from the QPR Institute. It stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer - the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to prevent suicide. QPR Gatekeepers are trained to recognize a crisis and the warning signs that someone may be contemplating suicide, offer hope, and connect that person to the help they need.

Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. WHAT DOES THE TRAINING COVER? Common signs and symptoms of mental illness Common signs and symptoms of substance use disorders How to interact with a person in crisis How to connect the person with help The "ALGEE" action plan WHAT IS THE MHFA CERTIFICATION PROCESS? Register using the provided link Participants complete a 2-hour independent online learning module using a personalized login, which will be provided to you via email. Complete full session(s) of live instruction on Zoom Successfully complete a quiz and evaluation Receive a 3-year professional certification in Mental Health First Aid conferred by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing

We’ve all been there - The family party that goes awry. Encountering a client, colleague, or neighbor who is really upset . . . Do you know what to say and do to de-escalate a stressful situation? This workshop reviews the brain’s stress response and provides simple skills – backed by neuroscience – that convey safety and calm a situation down so we can move forward in a productive way. [Note: this training does not provide physical de-escalation strategies]

Rest isn’t just about getting enough sleep. This workshop explores Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith’s work on the 7 types of rest the brain needs, and practical strategies that you can build into your everyday life to promote healing.

Have you ever felt that you are just not getting through to the young people in your life? This workshop outlines interpersonal communication strategies that take adolescent development and lived experiences of adversity into consideration; with a goal of building positive relationships with teens and young adults.