How can you turn moments of struggle into moments of connection? Discover how brain development, implicit memories, and the “6 F’s” (Fight, Flight, Freeze, Friend, Fidget, Flop) can influence your…

This presentation will provide an overview of anxiety among children and adolescents. It will discuss common symptoms and diagnoses. Dr. Siek will specifically focus on reasons why anxiety is on…

As a bestselling and award-winning author and educator, Rhodes has dedicated her life’s work to uncovering suppressed stories. In this talk, she shares her personal experience researching and publishing the…

This interactive workshop highlights the exciting work in child welfare related to building and maintaining relationships and communication between birth parents and foster/adoptive parents. The goal of this training is…

Most of us know this term as Frankie Beverly & Maze's most popular song. This timeless song reminds us to think about what families should do as youth are transitioning.…

The birth children of foster and adoptive parents experience grief and loss in a unique way. From the comings and goings, new additions, changes to routines, and shifts in family…

As rates of teen mental health concerns continue to rise, caregivers are often asking teens "What can I do to help?". This presentation will provide clear, research-informed answers with practice…

Mobile Crisis Response Teams are short-term, intensive services provided during a mental health crisis or emergency. They can help people cope with immediate stressors, identify and use resources, develop action…