For those who work with youth, managing challenging behaviours that interfere with development, learning, or success can be both frustrating and exhausting. This workshop will review challenging behaviours related to aggression, non-compliance, and attention-seeking, and will provide a framework for intervening with these behaviours. Participants will analyze the effectiveness of their current approach and develop ... Read more

Join this innovative and evidence-based 2-hour training that will strengthen your ability to practice compassion when caring for others. Uncover false beliefs that contribute to cycles of frustration and fatigue. Gain an understanding of approaches that model health while supporting those you care for by discovering your roadways to compassionate care. This training is your ... Read more

Join us for an insightful session as we delve into the complex realm of burnout and explore a holistic approach to well-being using the Medicine Wheel. In today's fast-paced world, burnout is a prevalent issue that affects individuals across various aspects of their lives. This session offers a unique perspective, drawing inspiration from the Medicine ... Read more

This session addresses how to engage in organizational/operational change to work towards anti-racism, especially when racial conflict and/or denial of racism has taken place in a work environment. This session primarily focuses on conflict resolution and tools for organizational change. Practical tools, activities, learnings, and strategies for working through operational planning, organizational trauma, and implementation ... Read more

Are you aware of the impact certain medications can have on your clients? As helpers, it's important to know how psychiatric medications may affect your clients and when to encourage them to seek medical advice. In this webinar, you'll learn about the most common types of medications and their beneficial and adverse impacts, including symptoms ... Read more

Critical incidents are situations that occur outside of our normal frame of reference and challenge us to understand and cope with what has happened. Critical Incident Group Debriefing (CIGD) is a short-term group intervention process that focuses on an immediate event. CIGD is one of several methods that may be utilized to lessen the likelihood ... Read more

Want to learn how to ask better questions in the counselling room? This workshop explores the curiosity, skill, and artistry it takes to discern the what, where, when, and why of effective questions, and what can prevent you from asking them. You will learn how to develop quality, effective questions that move beyond what you ... Read more

This presentation uses client case reviews to help attendees understand how to create a neurodivergent-affirming practice. Attendees will be able to ask consultation-type questions to build awareness and skills. They will learn practical tips to enhance their practice, especially related to cultural competence and psychopharmacology. Hand-outs will be provided, as well as resources for further ... Read more

The ability to thrive and manage life’s difficulties is greatly influenced by our mental wellbeing from an early age. Children and youth need supports in their lives to help navigate ... Read more

This workshop will cover information on addiction and substance use, including viewing substance use on a continuum, the self-medication hypothesis, substance use effects, how people make change, abstinence and harm ... Read more

A restorative justice approach works to repair harm and strengthen communities where wrong has occurred. It seeks to meet the needs of those harmed, while also considering the causes of ... Read more

Unlock the transformative power of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) with our 2-Day intensive workshop led by the renowned expert, Elliott Connie. Whether you're a seasoned therapist or just starting your ... Read more

To effectively respond to critical incidents (suicide, violence, etc.), schools, communities, and organizations need to plan ahead of time so they are prepared to respond to these unfortunate events. This ... Read more

Have you heard of the Patient Ombudsman? The OCO is pleased to welcome Ontario’s Patient Ombudsman, Craig Thompson to talk about what the office of the Patient Ombudsman is, what ... Read more

For those who work in a helping role, it can be very challenging when clients are vulnerable, stressed-out, or quick to engage in conflict. Complicating matters is that difficult dynamics ... Read more

Trauma is a wound that injures us emotionally, psychologically, physically, and spiritually. As a result, the impact of trauma can be far-reaching and enduring. This workshop provides an overview of ... Read more

Working with hard to engage clients can be frustrating and challenging, even for seasoned clinicians. The challenge of working with younger clients in therapy can be further compounded by their ... Read more