DECEMBER WEBINARS
Understanding Anxiety, Depression, Emotional Regulation, Toxic Relationships, People Pleasing, Self-Care, and much more
As always, these events are absolutely free & everyone is welcome! Attendance certificates are provided at no cost.
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Emotional Regulation in Kids: Providing a Foundation to Manage Big Emotions
Mon 12/2 | 12-1:00p CSTChildren 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?
Tues 12/3 | 12-1:00p CSTPersistent 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
Wed 12/4 | 10-11:00a CSTPeople-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
Wed 12/4 | 12-1:00p CSTThe “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
Thurs 12/5 | 12-1:00p CSTGrief 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
Tues 12/10 | 12-1:00p CSTPeople 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
Wed 12/11 | 10-11:00a CSTToxic 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
Wed 12/11 | 12-1:00p CSTAccording 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
Thurs 12/12 | 12-1:00p CSTWith 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
Emotional Regulation in Kids: Managing Emotional Storms
Mon 12/16 | 12-1:00p CSTDespite our best efforts to prepare children to manage big storms of emotions, they will struggle sometimes. Managing emotional storms takes emotional & physical maturity, and practice. In this webinar we’ll look at the warning signs that indicate an emotional storm is on the horizon, interventions to support children when they feel an emotional storm brewing, and how to reduce the impact of the storm. Part 2 in a 3-part series
Understanding Hoarding
Tues 12/17 | 12-1:00p CSTHoarding 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 hoarding has on both the individual and the family in this one-hour seminar
Understanding Anxiety
Wed 12/18 | 10-11:00a CSTOccasional anxiety is an expected part of life. But anxiety disorders involve more than temporary worry. An accessible guide to understanding what causes anxiety disorders and the types of anxiety, their symptoms, common misconceptions, and how relationships are impacted. Discuss co-occurring disorders, treatment options, and learn practical tips for managing symptoms and helping others with a licensed therapist.
Self-Care and Workplace Wellness
Wed 12/18 | 12-1:00p CSTPeople who incorporate self-care throughout their day are more resilient and better equipped to manage stress, leading to happier and more productive teams. Learn ways to introduce self-care into your work life, communicate boundaries, and cope with demanding schedules.
Responding in a Mental Health Emergency
Thurs 12/19 | 12-1:00p CSTPeople who incorporate self-care throughout their day are more resilient and better equipped to manage stress, leading to happier and more productive teams. Learn ways to introduce self-care into your work life, communicate boundaries, and cope with demanding schedules.
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