Events

Trauma-Informed Teaching: Strategies and Recommendations for Educators

Live Online 8225 Florissant Rd, Saint Louis

Trauma symptoms in children can go largely unrecognized because they mimic other problems: frustration; acting out; or difficulty learning and concentrating, following directions, or working in a group. Trauma-informed teaching can help teachers identify core trauma symptoms and provide appropriate educational and emotional support to these students. This workshop will present an overview of the…
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$69

An Introduction to EMDR: The Art and Science of EMDR-IFS

Live Online 8225 Florissant Rd, Saint Louis

Embark on a journey of discovery and skill development with our introductory training session on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Designed for mental health professionals seeking to deepen their understanding perhaps pursue in depth training in this transformative approach. This session covers the fundamental principles, history, and applications of EMDR. Participants will explore…
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$69

Personal Safety & De-Escalation for Helping Professionals

Personal Safety & De-Escalation for Helping Professionals 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Central | Live Online Description: The personal safety of social workers is a vital part of our practice. This workshop will empower social workers to develop situational awareness and consider best practices for safety in the office and in the field. Case studies…
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$69

Evolution of Ethics: Practicing Ethical Social Work in Technology

Live Online 8225 Florissant Rd, Saint Louis

Social workers are increasingly using technology for service provision, communication, and publicity and the COVID pandemic has quickened the pace of technological adoption. At the same time, clients are engaging in more social media use and resource acquisition through technology. Technology provides amazing advances in access for our clients, yet also creates new ethical challenges…
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$75

Compassion Fatigue for Behavioral Health Workers (Free)

This course is intended for behavioral health workers who wish to learn more about how experiencing traumatic events, either directly or indirectly, as a first responder reacting to an emergency or crisis situation may impact their professional and personal wellbeing. Taught through a behavioral health (mental health and substance use) lens, the instructor will incorporate…
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Free

Guardianship 101

Live Online 8225 Florissant Rd, Saint Louis

A guardian is responsible for decisions concerning health care and living arrangements for theperson deemed incapacitated. A conservator is responsible with managing the person’s incomeand assets and paying bills. This program will review the Guardianship and Conservatorship lawsand the legal process, as well as address the impact of the 2018 legislation and teach attendeesadvocacy tips.…
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Free