With the prevalence of suicidal behaviors in adolescents continuing to rise, participants will learn and understand the latest research integrated with a developmental lens related to this psychopathology. Participants will further learn practical interventions to help reduce vulnerability to suicide in adolescents and intervene in a crisis. They will further understand how these interventions can […]
When assessing substance use and co-occurring disorders in clinical populations, it is essential that clinicians have a guide to determine the appropriate level of care needed. Linkage to the appropriate level of care improves client outcomes and can, in many cases, save lives, particularly when the substance use present is high-risk or comorbid with medical […]
After a busy day at the 2023 West Coast Symposium, we invite professionals to join us for a fun evening of music and dancing at Westcoastchella!
Speaker: Oliver Drakeford, MA, LMFT, CGP The Family Systems and Structural Mapping course will guide clinicians through the process of creating a structural map while reviewing the core components of Structural Theory. The group will be shown a brief clip from a popular TV Show which portrays a realistic example of a dysfunctional family system. […]
This webinar will help you identify and assess your parenting style, how your unique style affects your child, and how to implement a more effective way of parenting. We will explore the unintentional ways parenting can negatively impact your child’s development and the importance of self-reflection on your behaviors. We will also discuss ways to […]
The course provides an overview of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), including the current diagnostic criteria, related behaviors, and recommended evidence-based treatments. The course will then address how the disorder presents in teens, how to effectively identify it, and the importance of early detection and intervention in reducing stigma and improving outcomes. The course draws from […]
Description: Parent-child relationships can become increasingly challenging as children approach the teenage years. Learn how to understand your teen’s behavior in a larger contextual framework of child and adolescent development and identify when it may be helpful to connect with additional resources and supports.
Self-harming behavior and suicide are difficult topics for parents. In this presentation, we’ll discuss possible signs that your teen may be self-harming or having thoughts of suicide. You’ll learn the questions to ask, the red flags to watch out for, and practical tips to begin a dialogue around these issues. We will also discuss several […]
This course provides an overview of Anxiety disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders presentation in children and adolescents. We will discuss in detail an evidence-based effective treatment, Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy. This discussion will include measures used for initial and follow-up assessments, which eventually provides the foundation for building hierarchy with individuals. This course will guide […]
Description: While historically seen as a disorder that could only be identified and treated in adults, research over the last several decades has shown that Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can emerge in the teen years and that early detection and intervention can improve outcomes. Still, many treatment providers remain hesitant to diagnose BPD in adolescents, often […]
“Trauma is not what happens to us, but it is what we hold inside in the absence of an empathetic witness” – Peter Levine In this presentation, learn about what trauma is and how trauma impacts a sense of safety and the ability to cope with everyday life stressors. We will explore the impacts trauma […]
As a parent, all you want is to have a close relationship with your child: to love them, guide them and help support them. Through the teen years, however, your relationship often can feel strained or distant, and you are left feeling like an outsider in your child’s life. This webinar will review how to […]
