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Online, On-Demand WorkshopMissed the live event?Watch the recorded session from October 22, when we joined forces with the Florida Association for Infant Mental Health to celebrate babies with a powerful call to action.Hosted at The Breakers, the event featured Dr.
Online, On-Demand WorkshopThis 2.5 hour virtual workshop provides an overview of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Study, the Impact of ACEs, Brain Development, Results of ACEs , and Resilience.Workshop Participants Will Learn:Cost: $35 (add $10 to receive 2.5 CEUs)Student Discount
Virtual, On-Demand WorkshopFeeling stressed? … Burnt-out? … Overworked?There is a saying: “You can’t pour from an empty cup…” If you consider yourself a healer or helper and you constantly GIVE – now it is your time to TAKE! Refill your
Online, On-Demand WorkshopJoin us for a journey into working with children using Play Therapy.This online, on-demand workshop is ideal for professionals who work with children in clinical and educational settings. Earn 10 CEUs (State Florida) and Play Therapy non-contact APT
FREE Online, On-Demand WorkshopChild Sexual Abuse is a topic that is difficult to discuss as it may be emotional, uncomfortable, and overwhelming to wrap one’s head around.However, it is crucial as caregivers to learn what child sexual abuse is in order to be
FREE Online, On-Demand WorkshopSuicide is an emotional, overwhelming, and most times scary topic to discuss with anyone, let alone a child.You, as a parent or caregiver, may be worried about what to do, what to say and whether your efforts
FREE Online, On-Demand WorkshopTrying to make sense of the horror that is a school shooting feels difficult to comprehend or put into words.Take this 65-minute workshop to learn how to cope and address this topic with children.Attempting to explain it
Online, On-Demand WorkshopSelf-regulation is the ability to monitor and manage what’s going on in our heads and hearts. More specifically, it means being aware of our energy level, thoughts, and feelings that are the result of either external experiences or internal
Online, On-Demand WorkshopTransitions are simply changes -- from one activity to another, from one place to another, from one level of energy to another, from daytime activities to nighttime sleep, etc.We all make these changes constantly throughout the day, and
Online, On-Demand WorkshopToxic Stress and Becoming Trauma-InformedIn the absence of protective relationships, toxic stress in childhood impacts an individual's well-being across the lifetime. The ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Study, one of the largest studies conducted to assess the association between childhood
Virtual, On-Demand WorkshopDid you know that trauma can leave a chemical mark on a person’s genes, which can then be passed down to future generations?Have you ever heard of Adverse Babyhood Experiences (ABEs)—which are distinct from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)?
Online, On-Demand WorkshopSocial and emotional development affects every aspect of a child's life. Children are born with the need and desire to connect with those around them. When parents, caregivers and teachers establish and model positive relationships with children during their early
Online, On-Demand WorkshopEveryone experiences stress. Our bodies are meant to feel stress and to react to it. Most people experience stress on a daily basis. Stress keeps us alert and ready to avoid danger. Stress results from things that impact upon
Online, On-Demand WorkshopIf you have more than one child, chances are good to excellent that you’ve had to referee sibling fighting and rivalry.Even the best sibling relationships can have their moments of conflict and friction. Sibling bickering can be very
Online, On-Demand WorkshopIf you have a teenager, you’ve probably already discovered that adolescence provides new challenges as you face family conflicts.Surviving (your child's) adolescence can be difficult. Join us today to learn new ways to understand your teen, and to
Online, On-Demand WorkshopParenting elementary-aged children can be challenging - and we are here to help. If you would like to learn some new, empirically tested parenting strategies to help you develop positive parenting and communication skills - register today! This training is
Online, On-Demand WorkshopA FREE ‘Caregiver + Kid’ WorkshopThis online training is designed to help teachers, parents, and caregivers of children aged 0 - 8. You should plan to attend along with your child.Children deal with many of the same feelings as adults. However,
Online, On-Demand WorkshopParenting can be challenging at times. At one point or another, all parents experience defiance regardless of their child's age.If you are trying to teach your child to follow directions, this online workshop is for you!In this Online
Online, On-Demand WorkshopRoutine brings comfort and consistency to a child's life. If you are trying to set a routine at home, join us in this online workshop! This free, parenting workshop is available in three languages.In this Online Workshop you will learn
Online, On-Demand WorkshopMindfulness is simply an awareness of one’s internal states and external surroundings.It is a conscious choice to be present and aware of moment-to-moment experiences. Human beings have practiced mindfulness in different ways for thousands of years and it
Online, On-Demand WorkshopA calm down corner is a designated space in a home or classroom which is designed with the sole intention of being a safe space for a child to go to when they feel their emotions are running
Online, On-Demand WorkshopBurnout is an overwhelming feeling of being exhausted by everything you have to do, while still worrying that you’re not doing enough.It's often accompanied by a "I have nothing more to give" sentiment. Burnout is more than stress
Online, On-Demand WorkshopThe role of a teacher is one filled with daily demands and expectations.It is also, however, one of great responsibility and influence as the potential to shape and impact a young life in a positive way is a
Online, On-Demand WorkshopSocial-emotional development is a term used to describe important skills that grow and strengthen throughout the lifespan such as emotional awareness, self-regulation, and social interaction.The foundation of exploring and engaging with the environment as well as building and
Online, On-Demand WorkshopThe environment a child spends most time in, aside from his/her home, is school.It is so important for parents/caregivers, children, and teachers that communication and collaboration are prioritized in order to best support the child’s physical, mental, and
Virtual, On-Demand WorkshopA Way of Being with Children: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Building Resilience is based on Center for Child Counseling's manual and reflects over twenty years of experience working with children, combining the science of brain development, child development, and
Online, On-Demand WorkshopCost: $25 (1 hour play therapy non-contact APT CE and 1 State of Florida CEU included). Student discounts are available: Please email us with your name, school, and a request for a 30% student discount code. Note: Play Therapy credit may not
Online, On-Demand WorkshopCost: $35 (1.5 hour play therapy non-contact APT CE and 1.5 State of Florida CEU included). Student discounts are available: Please email us with your name, school, and a request for a 30% student discount code. Note: Play Therapy credit may not
Online, On-Demand WorkshopCost: $25 (1 hour Play Therapy non-contact APT CE and 1 State of Florida CEU included). Student discounts are available: Please email us with your name, school, and a request for a 30% student discount code. Note: Play Therapy credit may not
Online, On-Demand WorkshopSeparation anxiety can be a difficult and emotional experience for both a child and his/her parents.However, depending on the child’s age and developmental milestones, this may be a very natural and healthy response as he/she learns and becomes
Online, On-Demand WorkshopEmpathy is a complex skill that develops over the lifespan and is shaped by genetics, observation, learning, and life experiences.It creates the foundation for our ability to connect with others and plays a significant role in creating and
Online, On-Demand WorkshopCo-regulation involves the back-and-forth exchange between two people as each participant adjusts their emotional state and responses based on the state (also called the 'arousal level') of the other person.It is an interactive experience where both individuals provide
Online, On-Demand WorkshopWe all know that children are full of energy! Sometimes, we wonder where all that excitement, momentum, and enthusiasm comes from. But some children are on the more intense end of the energy spectrum and they can be tiring
Online, On-Demand WorkshopThe child within the home or classroom that is often noticed first or identified for needing extra help and support is the outgoing, loud, active, intense, and aggressive child.These are children whose behaviors show their wants, needs, and
Online, On-Demand WorkshopBoth parents and teachers play a vital role in educating a child. Parents are children’s first teacher as they teach children essential life and academic skills while providing love and support. The connection and communication between teachers and parents
Online, On-Demand WorkshopYou’ve most likely heard the term mindfulness, but are you familiar with how it applies to and impacts parenting?This approach to interactions with children serves a twofold purpose: bringing awareness to the emotions of all involved and promoting
Online, On-Demand WorkshopConfidence and self-esteem are traits that ready us for life experiences!They improve the beliefs we have about our own abilities, boost communication skills, strengthen relationships, maintain our mental-health and even determine later in life success. These are certainly
Online, On-Demand WorkshopResilience: the ability to “bounce back” from setbacks, to adapt and overcome adversity, to cope with challenges by making use of internal resources and social supports.Difficult experiences are an inevitable part of life, and so by supporting resilient
Online, On-Demand WorkshopPlay is how children explore and make sense of the world. Play is children’s language and toys are children's words.When we explore the benefits, especially related to cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development, it’s clear how significant and
Online, On-Demand WorkshopCost: $25 (1 hour play therapy non-contact APT CE and 1 State of Florida CEU included). Student discounts are available: Please email us with your name, school, and a request for a 30% student discount code. Note: Play Therapy credit may not
