In this training, Indigenous Perspectives on the Mental Health of Children and Youth, participants will explore the current impacts of colonization specifically on Indigenous children and youth and how helpers with differing worldviews can come together to consider values, ethics and spiritual beliefs that shape their practice. Participants will identify and explore practices that focus ... Read more
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In this training, Indigenous Perspectives on the Mental Health of Children and Youth, participants will explore the current impacts of colonization specifically on Indigenous children and youth and how helpers with differing worldviews can come together to consider values, ethics and spiritual beliefs that shape their practice. Participants will identify and explore practices that focus ... Read more
$195 – $235
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This training is designed for anyone working in the helping professions, personal caregivers or anyone with an interest in the areas of compassion fatigue, vicarious trauma and self-care.Participants of this training will learn to distinguish between compassion fatigue, vicarious trauma and burnout. They will learn how to identify the early warning signs and symptoms to ... Read more
$300
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Many of the challenges that we experience are based on irrational and unhelpful thought patterns that impact both our feelings and our behaviour. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a time-sensitive, structured, and present-oriented form of counselling that focuses on problem solving and teaching individuals how to modify these distorted patterns of thinking. CBT is also ... Read more
$299 – $339
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Join us for an interactive session and ask your questions, share your thoughts, and dive into the real-world applications of AI. How can we collect and use data responsibly while supporting young people? How do we maintain confidentiality when using AI-powered tools? How can AI tools be integrated in ways that centre both the unique ... Read more
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Client care is an essential responsibility in many helping roles. This workshop teaches you how to build strong, trauma-informed relationships with the people you support. You will learn practical skills for effective case management, including documentation, advocacy, professional writing, and interpersonal communication. Additionally, you will gain essential self-care, stress, and time management tools to help ... Read more
$299 – $339
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1 event,Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a brain injury caused by prenatal alcohol exposure. It is one of the most prevalent neurodevelopmental disorders, and there is a growing need for caregivers to gain new knowledge and practical skills for supporting children, adults, and families living with FASD. This workshop outlines six pathways for success when ... Read more
$549 – $589
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When challenges in life occur, people naturally reach out for support from those closest to them – coworkers, friends, and family. Their initial response can go a long way in terms of normalizing the challenge, planning the next steps, and exploring additional resources. Progressive workplaces and communities recognize the importance of being prepared for challenges, ... Read more
$299 – $339
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Some of the Topics IncludedDefining Diversity, Equity, and InclusionDifferences Between Equity and EqualityWhat Does Inclusion and Exclusion Look Like in Your Organization?Inclusive Language ConsiderationsMaking Decisions with DEI in MindRecognizing and Managing Unconscious BiasUnderstanding Power DynamicsStrategies and Remedies to Improve DEI
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2 events,This training builds on previous trauma informed care knowledge and practical application to communication within service settings and with diverse communities – including Indigenous communities. This training will assist those in the health and social services fields to build their comfort level in delivering services using trauma informed care (TIC) principles with a focus on ... Read more
$195 – $235
This training builds on previous trauma informed care knowledge and practical application to communication within service settings and with diverse communities – including Indigenous communities. This training will assist those in the health and social services fields to build their comfort level in delivering services using trauma informed care (TIC) principles with a focus on ... Read more
$195 – $235
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4 events,Join leading clinicians and researchers for a two-day virtual conference exploring evidence-informed, integrated approaches to trauma, addictions, and complex co-occurring mental health conditions. This conference brings together neuroscience, psychotherapy, medical perspectives, Indigenous healing frameworks, and skills-based interventions to support effective, individualized care. This conference is designed for mental health professionals and allied health practitioners. Sessions ... Read more
$458
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Youth who are struggling with an addiction often resist attempts at intervention. While some youth are merely experimenting, others may have larger unmet needs that can lead to a negative pattern of use. This workshop provides a framework for responding to a variety of addictions, including those related to substances, gaming, internet, and pornography. Participants ... Read more
$299 – $339
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Learning how to support your clients who are struggling with anger is crucial. This workshop will give you a comprehensive understanding of the different types of anger, as you explore the anger cycle and learn practical strategies and interventions to help your clients manage and reduce their anger, as well as the behaviours that are ... Read more
$299 – $339
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For many clinicians, the value of self-compassion is clear - yet helping clients access genuine compassion for themselves can be surprisingly difficult. Self-criticism, shame, and trauma often interrupt a client’s ability to relate to themselves with warmth, making therapeutic progress slower and more painful than it needs to be. This workshop addresses that gap by ... Read more
$125 – $149
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For many clinicians, the value of self-compassion is clear - yet helping clients access genuine compassion for themselves can be surprisingly difficult. Self-criticism, shame, and trauma often interrupt a client’s ability to relate to themselves with warmth, making therapeutic progress slower and more painful than it needs to be. This workshop addresses that gap by ... Read more
$125 – $149
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Trauma is prevalent in our world and has an impact on many of the people we interact with, including those who engage with our organizations. Compassionate and trauma-informed care is essential to providing effective support and building sustainable services. Based on our book, A Little Book About Trauma-Informed Workplaces, this workshop explores five key principles ... Read more
$299 – $339
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During the tumultuous stage of adolescence, the brain undergoes significant changes. During this period, adolescents are more likely to engage in risk-taking behaviours, seek out novel and new experiences, and emphasize peer friendships over family relationships. These neurological, hormonal, and behavioural shifts can leave educators, parents, and other caring adults feeling overwhelmed and reactive rather ... Read more
$155 – $175
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This workshop will also provide a creative space to explore the many ways we can use journaling for better clarity and well being. A journaling workshop for mental health service-users and caregivers: Journaling can be an important tool for improving emotional and psychological wellbeing. Journaling allows us the freedom to explore and express our feelings ... Read more
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People who struggle to regulate their intense emotional experiences often feel like they are at the mercy of reactive coping patterns. It can seem like these emotional storms hijack their behaviour, take control of their thinking, and hurt their relationships with other people and themselves. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) provides concepts and skills to help ... Read more
$299 – $339
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1 event,Working with individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts or impulses is challenging, which is why a broad and diverse approach is needed to prevent and respond to the issue. This workshop explores various insights related to suicide intervention, with a key emphasis on life promotion. Participants will practice the skills needed to identify and assist those at ... Read more
$549 – $589
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Are you looking to decolonize your helping practice and learn wholistic approaches to healing? Join us for this unique opportunity, where you’ll learn how to weave Indigenous and Western approaches into your helping practice and apply a decolonized lens to your role. Through circle methodology, you will engage in critical reflection, experiential learning, and storytelling ... Read more
$299 – $339
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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 the challenges that come along with mental health, and to connect them with the necessary support and services. This workshop provides a general overview of ... Read more
$299 – $339
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Most people enter the helping professions moved by compassion and a genuine desire to support others. At the same time, we all carry the imprint of the worlds we grow up in - our families, communities, cultures, and histories - shaped within broader social systems marked by ongoing colonialism, power imbalances, and inequity. Without intentional ... Read more
$125 – $149
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