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It is very common for anyone working in the helping profession to encounter ethical dilemmas. Ethics are at the heart of competent and effective practice for anyone in the helping field, particularly when managing boundaries and relationships. This workshop is designed to give individuals and organizations an opportunity to review common principles and standards for ... Read more

Working with individuals who have autism can be a very meaningful experience, but it is not without its challenges. With recent reports indicating that an increasing number of individuals are on the autism spectrum, a greater number of care providers are encountering individuals with autism as part of their work and life. While every person ... Read more

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

Many adults spend decades believing they are "too sensitive," "too much," "lazy," "socially awkward," or "anxious," never realizing that autism, ADHD, or co-occurring AuDHD may underlie many of their lifelong experiences. As awareness of neurodivergence continues to grow, increasing numbers of adults are bringing questions about possible autism and ADHD into the therapy room. At ... Read more

This interactive workshop equips participants with the skills to navigate uncertainty, adversity, and change with confidence. They will assess their current resilience, identify areas for growth, and build sustainable habits to maintain focus and energy under pressure. Through practical strategies and hands-on application, they will learn to recognize early signs of overwhelm, regain a sense ... Read more

As with all effective treatment plans, good treatment begins with clear clinical understanding of the client’s presenting issues. Trauma presentation is individualized and unique from one person to another. With this, so are the trauma specific symptoms and presentation itself. The epidemiology of trauma is influenced by ancestry, early development and attachment, culture, family systems, ... Read more

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

Counsellors tackling the complicated interplay of anxiety, depression, and addictions often face challenges in knowing where to begin. Adding to this complexity are any potential obstacles that may come up when trying to facilitate meaningful change for clients. This program provides a comprehensive understanding of anxiety, depression, and addictions, as well as how they are ... Read more

Counsellors tackling the complicated interplay of anxiety, depression, and addictions often face challenges in knowing where to begin. Adding to this complexity are any potential obstacles that may come up when trying to facilitate meaningful change for clients. This program provides a comprehensive understanding of anxiety, depression, and addictions, as well as how they are ... Read more

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Our conference mantra since 2020, “Bridging Research, Clinical, and Living Experience,” anchors this year’s theme: Supporting Relationships in FASD: Building Bridges Across the Lifespan. This virtual fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)-focused educational event brings together researchers, clinicians, academics, medical and allied health professionals, educators, students, families, and adults and children/youth living with FASD in Ontario ... Read more

Violence is a growing concern in health care settings. That’s why it’s critical to take a trauma-informed approach to de-escalation – one that combines assertiveness, empathy, and strong interpersonal communication to defuse tension before the situation turns violent. In this workshop, you’ll use a trauma-informed lens to examine how anger, violence, and the health care ... Read more

Mental health affects everyone. One in five people will experience a mental health challenge, and chances are you know someone who’s struggling. That’s why it’s so important to know how to help. When you can spot the signs early and offer support, you can make a real difference in someone’s well-being. In this workshop, you’ll ... Read more

This interactive course explains what crisis is, how trauma and strong emotions show up, and why historical and ongoing colonization contributes to higher levels of distress in Indigenous communities. Participants learn how experiences such as residential schools, child welfare involvement, racism, and loss of land and culture continue to affect trust, safety, and interactions with ... Read more

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a clinical diagnosis that is often misunderstood. The experience associated with BPD involves intense emotional and behavioural challenges for both the individual and their relationships with the people around them. This workshop’s purpose is to increase the understanding of BPD from the perspective of all those impacted, including caregivers, family ... Read more

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

Complex community challenges rarely have a single cause, a single solution, or a single organization responsible for addressing them. What we see on the surface is often shaped by a much larger system of relationships, structures, policies, beliefs, behaviours, resources, and power. Seeing the System is a practical, interactive three-hour workshop designed to help changemakers ... Read more

The unique complexities of FASD presents itself in everyone’s professional practice. This highly interactive training will address how FASD is not limited to any racial, ethnic, cultural, or geographic group. It is a complex and multifaceted disability and affects people differently. (RFCY, 2022). Remembering that FASD is a socially rooted disability with intergenerational impacts and ... Read more