CHeck out our upcoming free workshops!
Unlocking the After-School Shut Down: Communication Tips for Parents
Friday, October 3, 2025 6:00-7:30pm
Led by Samantha Bailey, LPC
This workshop offers parents practical strategies for navigating the common “after-school shut down,” when kids come home tired, overwhelmed, or unwilling to talk. Through discussion, role-play, and hands-on tools, parents will learn how to foster connection without pressure, support emotional regulation, and create a safe space for kids to open up at their own pace. The workshop emphasizes understanding child development, managing expectations, and building communication habits that strengthen parent-child relationships.
Skills That Stick: Teaching DBT Skills to Teens as a Counseling Intern, School Counselor or Clinician
Saturday, December 6, 2025 10:00 - 11:30am
Led by Taelor Emmert, LPC, C-DBT
This workshop is designed to equip emerging and practicing mental health professionals with practical strategies for teaching Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to teens. Participants will learn how to introduce and adapt DBT skills in developmentally appropriate ways, engage teens through creative and relatable teaching methods, and manage common challenges in skill delivery. The workshop emphasizes hands-on practice, real-world application, and guidance for fostering buy-in from adolescents. By the end, participants will feel more confident and prepared to make DBT skills both accessible and impactful for the teens they serve.
Understanding and Managing ADHD as an Adult
Friday, February 6, 2026 6:00 - 7:30pm
Led by Nicoleta Alfaro, LPC, ADHD-CCSP
This workshop provides education, support, and practical tools for adults navigating life with ADHD. Participants will explore how ADHD impacts daily functioning, relationships, work, and self-esteem, while learning strategies to improve focus, organization, and emotional regulation. The workshop emphasizes self-awareness, skill-building, and reducing shame, offering a collaborative space where adults can share experiences and discover effective ways to thrive with ADHD.
From High School to What’s Next: Tools for a Smoother Transition for Juniors and Seniors
Saturday May 9, 2026 10:00 - 11:30am
Led by Robert Ramos, Ed.D, LMSW
This workshop supports high school juniors and seniors as they prepare for life beyond graduation. Through guided discussions and interactive activities, students will explore tools for managing stress, strengthening decision-making skills, and building confidence for the next stage—whether that’s college, work, or another path. The workshop emphasizes practical strategies for time management, self-advocacy, and emotional resilience, while also creating space to process the excitement and uncertainty of this major life transition.