Healthy Babies, Healthy Children, Healthy Life: A Symposium on Demand 

Virtual, On-Demand Workshop

Did 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)? Do you wonder how healing, prevention, and building resiliency can mitigate trauma? Then this symposium is for you!

In an exclusive partnership with Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Palm Beach County and Center for Child Counseling, we are honored to host presentations from distinguished mental health professionals focusing on babies, children, and families.

Participants will learn about:

  • Epigenetics and the intergenerational transmission of ACEs
  • Opportunities to prevent, repair and heal the effects of Adverse Babyhood Experiences (ABEs)
  • The impact of Positive and Adverse Childhood Experiences (PACEs) on developing brains, resilience, and lifelong health

Cost: Access to Full Symposium (3 Workshops) $45

Each Workshop is $15

Workshops:

  • Eugenia Millender, Ph.D.: Epigenetics and the Intergenerational Transmission of ACEs (1 Hr)  
  • Veronique Mead, MD, MA: 6 Opportunities to Prevent, Repair and Heal Effects of Adversity in Early Life: Insights from Adverse Babyhood Experiences (ABEs) (2,5 Hrs) 
  • Nida Paul, LMHC, NCC; Stephanie De La Cruz, LMHC, RPT-S: Positive and Adverse Childhood Experiences (PACEs) Impact on the Developing Brain, Resilience, and Lifelong Health (1,5 Hrs)

Center for Child Counseling is approved through the Florida Board of Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists, and Licensed Mental Health Providers #50-11511.

ACEs, Trauma, and Toxic Stress

Online, On-Demand Workshop

Toxic Stress and Becoming Trauma-Informed

In 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 maltreatment, later-life health and well-being, is highlighted. 

This workshop provides an overview of the ACE study, Trauma, Toxic Stress and the impact on health. Resilience and building a trauma-informed approach is also explored.

This ACEs, Trauma, and Toxic Stress Workshop is appropriate for teachers, caregivers, professionals, and anyone who is interested in learning more about how adverse childhood experiences impact children…and what we can all do to foster resilience throughout the lifespan. By changing our perspective and recognizing that a child’s behavior may be fueled by a feeling they are not able to manage, we are able to build the foundation to help a child that has been affected by ACEs, trauma, or toxic stress.

Workshop Participants Will Learn:

  • About the ACE study, including the ACE Pyramid which provides the conceptual framework for the study;
  • Outcome and findings of the ACE study;
  • Definition of toxic stress and its impact on the developing brain;
  • Impact of early adversity on lifelong health – emotional and physical;
  • How resilience trumps ACEs; and
  • The importance of creating trauma-informed and resilience-building practices based on the findings of the ACEs research.

Cost: $20 (add $10 to receive 1.5 CEUs)

$20

ACEs: Trauma to Resilience

Online, On-Demand Workshop

This 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:

  • Outcomes and findings of the ACEs study
  • The impact of ACEs on lifelong health
  • Definition of toxic stress and its impact on the developing brain
  • The potential results of ACEs
  • The importance of resilience and how it is built

Cost: $35 (add $10 to receive 2.5 CEUs)

Student Discount Available: Please send an email to dominika@centerforchildcounseling.org with your name, school, and a request for a 25% student discount code.

$35

Identifying & Addressing Suicide: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers

FREE Online, On-Demand Workshop

Suicide 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 are improving the situation or not. It may also seem overwhelming as to how to address the situation, helpful responses and where to look for support and resources. Suicidal ideation or suicide attempts are serious and should never be taken lightly – especially considering there may be a life at risk. 

Join us for this free, 45-minute training as we review information that can assist you in early detection, prevention, and intervention as well as ways to be involved and buffer the risk factors against suicide.

Workshop Objectives:

  • Know and understand the risk factors and warning signs of suicidal ideation and/or a suicide crisis
  • Learn easy to implement action steps and techniques to respond to a child expressing suicidal ideation 
  • Review a script for responding to a child experiencing a suicidal crisis
  • Learn how to utilize a suicide safety plan (downloadable/printable plan sheet)
  • Receive information regarding local and nationwide crisis resources and support

In the Aftermath of a School Shooting: Ways to Help Children Cope

FREE Online, On-Demand Workshop

Trying 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 to young children and provide the assurances that they need, seems overwhelming and challenging. Moreover, how can you explain such a horrific event to your children and provide them with the reassurances and support that they need, when you are having a difficult time understanding and making sense of the event yourself?

Workshop Objectives:

  • Reasons for and how to initiate conversations with children about school shootings.
  • Helping children process the information and cope.
  • Managing our own worries and fears as parents/caregivers.

Self-Regulation for the Classroom and Beyond 

Online, On-Demand Workshop

Self-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 ideas. This awareness can help us decide on appropriate approaches to better manage ourselves, so we can find and execute safe, well thought-out, adaptable behaviors to meet our needs.

Join us for this important training that focuses on the very heart of understanding children and ourselves.

This 40-minute training is designed for parents, caregivers, teachers, and school personnel. 

Learning Objectives Include:

  • Understanding the difference between self-regulation and self-control,
  • How self-regulation impacts a child’s ability to learn,
  • The definition of dysregulation and how it is much more than the physical expression or “maladaptive behaviors” that are displayed,
  • The impact that self-regulation has on the brain, and
  • Practical ways to help facilitate a child learning self-regulation skills.

$15

ATTENTION: Palm Beach County parents, teachers, and caregivers: Use the CODE: AWOBPBC to waive the fee!

A special thank you to the Florida Blue FoundationEarly Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County, and Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County for supporting this training for teachers, and educators in Palm Beach County. This workshop is a part of our A Way of Being with Children series focusing on children ages birth to 5.

Implementing Effective Transitions for Children 

Online, On-Demand Workshop

Transitions 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 they tend to come very naturally. For children, transitions can be challenging though. The truth is that making transitions takes a lot of brain function and skills — skills a child may not yet have developed.

Take this training to learn how to make transitions easier which, in turn, can make life easier for you as a teacher or caregiver and the children in your life.

This 45-minute training is designed for parents, caregivers, teachers, and school personnel. 

In this training you will learn about:

  • Reasons for difficult transitions for children
  • Strategies to help children with transitions
  • Transition activities to facilitate smooth transitions

$15

ATTENTION: Palm Beach County parents, teachers, and caregivers: Use the CODE: AWOBPBC to waive the fee!

A special thank you to the Florida Blue FoundationEarly Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County, and Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County for supporting this training for teachers, and educators in Palm Beach County. This workshop is a part of our A Way of Being with Children series focusing on children ages birth to 5.

Integrating Mindfulness into Daily Routines 

Online, On-Demand Workshop

Mindfulness 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 is not based on any religion or belief system. There are many ways to practice mindfulness; meditation (the most widely known mindfulness activity) is just one of them.

Join us to learn the value of mindfulness and how it can be effectively used to build stronger, calmer, and happier relationships with the children in your life.

This 45-minute training is designed for parents, caregivers, teachers, and school personnel. 

In this training, you will learn about:

  • The impact of mindfulness on the brain and its benefits for health and wellbeing
  • Ways to explain mindfulness to children in an age-appropriate way
  • How mindfulness influences school and home environments
  • Implementing activities into daily routines that encourage a mindful way of being

$15

ATTENTION: Palm Beach County parents, teachers, and caregivers: Use the CODE: AWOBPBC to waive the fee!

A special thank you to the Florida Blue FoundationEarly Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County, and Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County for supporting this training for teachers, and educators in Palm Beach County. This workshop is a part of our A Way of Being with Children series focusing on children ages birth to 5.

Creating a Calm Down Corner 

Online, On-Demand Workshop

A 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 too high and they need to regain their emotional and physical control.

A calm down corner is equipped with comforting objects and soothing materials that can promote mindfulness, breathing, and reflection.

Join us for a fun and creative training that will help you better understand children and equip them to regulate their emotions and feel secure in their environments.

This 40-minute training is designed for parents, caregivers, teachers, and school personnel. 

In this training, you will learn about:

  • The benefits of creating a calm down corner
  • How to create a calm down corner
  • Ways to introduce the calm down corner to children and how to implement them

$15

ATTENTION: Palm Beach County parents, teachers, and caregivers: Use the CODE: AWOBPBC to waive the fee!

A special thank you to the Florida Blue FoundationEarly Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County, and Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County for supporting this training for teachers, and educators in Palm Beach County. This workshop is a part of our A Way of Being with Children series focusing on children ages birth to 5.

Beating Burnout for Teachers 

Online, On-Demand Workshop

Burnout 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 and more than simply having a bad day (which is natural). There are effective ways to combat burnout, however.

If you’re feeling extremely stressed, this training can help you identify the symptoms of burnout and implement effective and helpful skills to take on the burnout challenge.

This 45-minute training is designed for teachers, and school personnel. 

In this training, you will learn about:

  • The difference between burnout and stress
  • Signs, symptoms and causes of burnout
  • Burnout prevention from organization and individual perspectives

$15

ATTENTION: Palm Beach County parents, teachers, and caregivers: Use the CODE: AWOBPBC to waive the fee!

A special thank you to the Florida Blue FoundationEarly Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County, and Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County for supporting this training for teachers, and educators in Palm Beach County. This workshop is a part of our A Way of Being with Children series focusing on children ages birth to 5.

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