🗣 | Mass Violence—harm to three or more persons in public spaces—is becoming more and more common in our society. Experiencing, surviving, witnessing, or simply hearing about these mass casualty events take a heavy toll on both our personal and collective health & mental wellbeing. This talk will describe, explore, and normalize the various reactions people have to Mass Violence followed by research-backed skills and resources on how to better cope.

🗣 | This talk is for those anticipating interpersonal challenges from seeing their loved ones during the winter holidays. This talk is also open to those who feel balanced enough to provide support to others as an ally. This workshop will help attendees develop effective communication skills and conflict resolution techniques to navigate conversations and better cope with triggering situations prompted by conflict with loved ones during the holidays. Navigating sensitive topics such as religion, politics, and relationships amidst mixed company will be explored.

Grounded in over a decade of patient care within the LGBTQ+ community, this discussion will explore the complex Coming Out process, hold space for attendees’ experiences, educate our trusted Allies, and aid in the professional development of Queer clinicians.

Learn tools and skills from industry leaders on how to prioritize ourselves as we prioritize the people we help. Dr. E will talk about Providers Coping with Mass Violence. Dr. Calnan will explore Stressors Specific to the Private Sector, and Dr. Mikael will discuss Healthy Aging for The Therapist.

Surviving mass violence, even vicariously, can take a heavy toll on our collective health and mental well-being. This talk will explore and normalize the various reactions people have to mass violence, followed by resources on how to better cope.