Some of the Topics IncludedTrauma’s Ripple EffectThe Impact of Trauma in the WorkplaceCharacteristics of a Trauma-Informed Leader5 Principles of Trauma-Informed Workplaces - Promote Awareness, Shift Attitudes, Provide Choice, Foster Safety, Highlight StrengthsSteps for Implementing Principles
Many people who experience mental health concerns also live with an addiction. While working with multiple issues at the same time is complicated, recovery from both of these issues is possible with an integrated, person-centred, and trauma-informed approach. This workshop provides a framework for assisting people to move forward with healthy ways of coping. Participants ... Read more
In today's demanding and ever-moving nonprofit and community sector, fostering trust, championing equity and supporting marginalized voices in collaborative settings has never been more critical for leaders working together. This workshop aims to empower you to build on your efforts to create inclusive and brave spaces, broaden and deepen your decision-making circles, celebrate and uplift ... Read more
Clinical supervision is a complex role that requires multiple skill-sets. In this role, the essential skills for supporting supervisees to develop in their clinical work are sometimes overlooked. This workshop focuses on the insights and tools that are necessary for supervisors to support other counsellors to grow in their ability to help others. The balance ... Read more
Anxiety represents our body’s natural alarm system, signalling the possibility of danger. When this response arises too frequently or intensely and doesn’t match actual situations of danger, it can interfere with life and cause great distress. While every person experiences anxiety, it is estimated that over a quarter of the population will experience anxiety at ... Read more
It is common for people to struggle and experience ambivalence when considering making a change or when others may be expecting them to make one. When helpers encounter this ambivalence with their clients, it is often interpreted as resistance, and they may feel unable to respond in an effective way. Motivational interviewing can help because ... 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
Some of the Topics IncludedThe 13 Factors That Impact Psychological SafetyBenefits of Promoting Psychological SafetyHow Employees Can Support Psychological SafetyHow Organizations Can Implement Psychologically Safe PracticesAssessing Your Organization’s Psychological Safety
Walk-in clinics and other forms of quick access to services have become a key part of the landscape of service delivery in Ontario as outlined in the policy paper, “No More, No Less: Brief Mental Health Services for Children and Youth" (Duvall, J., Young, K.,Kays-Burden, A.,2012). Narrative therapy ideas and practices provide therapists with ways ... Read more
This workshop builds on the reflective foundation established in Shayla Dube and Adele Lafrance’s earlier training* on cultural self-awareness, power, and colonial context. While that first workshop centers on understanding ourselves, this session turns toward the next essential question: How do we translate cultural awareness into concrete, culturally responsive action in our daily work?Drawing on the ... Read more
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
Children express themselves, learn about their world, and feel most at ease when playing. This interactive workshop focuses on how to use play therapy strategies to help children and youth positively cope and work through stressful life experiences. Participants will become familiar with Play Therapy theory, clinical guiding principles, and various directive and non-directive creative ... Read more
Walk-in clinics and other forms of quick access to services have become a key part of the landscape of service delivery in Ontario as outlined in the policy paper, “No More, No Less: Brief Mental Health Services for Children and Youth" (Duvall, J., Young, K.,Kays-Burden, A.,2012). Narrative therapy ideas and practices provide therapists with ways ... Read more
Applying a Trauma-Informed and Bio-Psycho-Social approach to care, participants will be introduced to the topic of developmental disabilities and mental health with a focus on Prevention, Assessment and Support. Caregivers and supports will gain a deeper understanding of the effects of mental health concerns as well as how to develop resilience and mental wellness. Participants ... Read more
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
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
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
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
If you work with people, it’s crucial to know how to defuse dangerous situations before they become violent. This workshop will equip you with a trauma-informed approach to de-escalate situations with confidence, interpersonal communication skills, and empathy. You will explore the dynamics of how our brains manage escalating emotions, identify enablers of violence, and learn ... Read more
Self-injury refers to deliberate, self-inflicted tissue damage such as cutting or burning. Self-injury has reached alarming proportions among our youth; studies show that 14-24% of adolescents and young adults have engaged in this behaviour at least once, with a quarter of these reporting current, chronic self-injury. Helpers are increasingly encountering young people who are involved ... Read more
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