This presentation will start with an introduction to family systems and co-parenting. It will demonstrate common family system dynamics that can make co-parenting difficult and impact child development. It will also demonstrate important ways to work with clients in a co-parenting dynamic. Participants will learn appropriate validation techniques; how to help clients untangle co-dependent relationship […]
Self-regulation abilities are critical to a diverse range of emotional, behavioral, social, and physical health functions. When self-regulation abilities are compromised, the likelihood of several short- and long-term outcomes such as problematic behaviors and risky decision-making increases. Designed for professionals working in mental health and substance use treatment settings, this training provides attendees with a […]
Metaphors are frequently used in daily conversations and often overlooked as a powerful tool for changing people’s perceptions of self, others and life. This workshop will help therapists identify the metaphors that are used by their clients and by themselves in therapy. People use powerful metaphors to describe their relationships but frequently these metaphors are […]
The concepts of therapeutic alliance and misalliance movement will be presented in lecture. The use of the case formulation and change plan will be discussed and demonstrated. Channels for client input and feedback will be taught by distributing and discussing specific measures and processes. The application of the Connexions Focusing Technique to alliance ruptures for […]
Self-regulation abilities are critical to a diverse range of emotional, behavioral, social, and physical health functions. When self-regulation abilities are compromised, the likelihood of several short- and long-term outcomes such as problematic behaviors and risky decision-making increases. Designed for professionals working in mental health and substance use treatment settings, this training provides attendees with a […]
Vicarious Trauma: "It Didn't Happen To Me, It Couldn't Happen To Me, Why Do I Feel It Did Happen To Me?" A: What is vicarious trauma? B: How do we treat it? C: How do we face it? Vicarious trauma is an occupational challenge for people working and volunteering in the fields of victim services, […]
Do you wish you could find a way to care for clients without carrying their burdens? Do you need to practice better self-care so you don’t feel burned out? Do you need to feel more peace inside? You can work with clients in a way that won’t burn you out. Learn how to create […]
Screen time exposure is a common facet of modern-day life. In some instances, persons may engage in screen time behaviors in excess. Excessive screen time exposure is common and contributes to a host of short and long-term consequences. A section of this training will examine the impact excessive screen time exposure has on the entire […]
When self-regulation abilities are compromised, the likelihood of several short- and long-term outcomes such as problematic behaviors and risky decision-making increases. Designed for professionals working in mental health and substance use treatment settings, this training provides attendees with a working understanding of the causes, consequences, and interventions associated with self-regulation deficits among persons impacted by […]
The objective of this class is to increase awareness and skills addressing the mental health implications of intergenerational trauma through an indigenous cultural, art therapy and Adlerian perspective. The class will include the following: Introduction/Overview: Impact of Acculturation, Historical Trauma/ Intergenerational Trauma. Integration of Art Therapy, Medicine Wheel teachings and Adlerian concepts to […]
Over the years, I have witnessed valuable colleagues and heard stories of excellent professionals burning out and leaving the psychotherapy field. Why? Taking care of oneself as a professional is a most important subject that is too frequently neglected in our training and practice. Using my personal and professional experience along with basic Adlerian concepts, […]
Masculine Protest is a tendency attributed especially to the human female in the psychology of Alfred Adler to escape from the female role by assuming a masculine role and by dominating others broadly . It can also be attributed to men as a tendency to compensate for feelings of inferiority or inadequacy by exaggerated overt […]
