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In the uniquely stressful times that we’re living in, social workers have been working overtime taking care of everyone else from clients to students, to colleagues, to family members. This additional demand on social workers likely means a lack of attention to self-care when the need is the greatest for self-care for those in the mental health field. This training will help participants ensure that the self-care they are doing is intentional, and truly rejuvenating to help them go back out and advocate for the well-being of others.
Webinar fee: $50 CE Certificate: NASW member - $15 (in addition to webinar fee, paid directly to NASW) Non-NASW member - $25 (in addition to webinar fee, paid directly to NASW) NASW-PA Chapter is a co-sponsor of this workshop. 2 CEs will be awarded for completion of this course. NASW has been designated as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36), Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA state Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors. |
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11th Annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference: Targeted Self-CareLake Cumberland Community Action Agency, Inc.'s Community Action Agencies (CAAs) is hosting its 11th Annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference. CAA is a nonprofit private and public organizations established under the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964 to fight America's War on Poverty. Community Action Agencies help people to help themselves in achieving self-sufficiency.
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Targeted Self-CareOn Wednesday, February 10th, Dr. Val and I presented for the Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children (AEYC) Fantabulous 2, three day virtual conference. It was an empowering presentation on Targeted Self-Care.
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Wednesday, November 4th 8 pm EST/ 5 pm PST
A virtual safe space for Black clinicians to share their election stress. Hosted by two dope Black clinicians Johndalyn Armstrong, MA, MHRS and yours truly! This was a virtual space where clinicians shared: *Election Stress *The impact of the political climate *Ways countertransference maybe showed up with clients *Ways they kept their client's best interests in mind *Ways they maintained good boundaries and self-care |
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Black software engineers have historically faced challenges in reaching their full potential. Dev/Color ensures Black engineers fulfill the promise of their talents, transform the industry, and use their resulting skills and position to give back to their communities. Dev/Color mission is to empower Black software engineers to help one another grow into industry leaders.
I had the honor of being the guest speaker at Queens of the Valley, a virtual private event for Dev/Color women engineers only. This safe space was dedicated to giving a voice and support around intersectionality, emotional labor as a black woman and engineer, self-advocacy and ways to show up for yourself as well as how self-care and self-advocacy can be one. There was further discussion on how to set boundaries with yourself and work while working remotely during the pandemic. |
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Let's Talk in a Safe Space!
This is a Pandemic Recovery Support Group starting Sunday, July 12th - September 27th, 2-3 pm EST for women living in Pennsylvania, Florida, New Jersey and Louisiana. Topics include:
Location: Online |
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The Clinicans of Color happy hour was hosted by Frantzces Lys, MSW, Sabeen Shaiq, LCSW with DJ Chevez and myself. We had a jammed packed night full of trivia, games, networking and opportunities for joint ventures. Prizes were given away to the trivia and game winners. We took the time to have fun, connect and check in on each other. |
For Black Maternal Health Week, I discussed the benefits of going to therapy after an Ectopic Pregnancy.
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The Association of Black Psychologists, Temple University Chapter hosted their annual panel discussion on Career Options for Psychology majors on Thursday, February 27th at Anderson Hall.
The panel discussion was about what lead the panelists to the field, dealing with racism and sexism and life lessons they would like to share with the next generation of young black professionals going into the field. I was honored to speak about my experience as a licensed professional counselor and member of higher academia, my view on mental health and its importance. |
I had the distinct pleasure of being a keynote speaker at the first annual Black Author Book Drive on Saturday, February 22nd. It was amazing to have met so many talented black authors ranging from children to teenagers to adult, self-published authors. I was also able to vend and interact with the community that came out to participate in such a wonderful event.
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Only Elite Matters has an event series, "The Funeral" where themes rooted in mental health and mental illness are explored through art and music. The setting was full of community. I was truly inspired as a guest speak around breaking the stigma connected to mental health and mental illnesses. For more information about OEMatters, go to oematters.com/
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Self-Care Sunday
Did you know that Sunday Night Blues is a real thing?
Sunday anxiety, panic or depression is called the Sunday Night Blues. Around 62% of people experience Sunday blues regularly. Women are almost twice as likely to dread Monday's than men. People get anxious about returning to work, its environment, their commute and responsibilities. Sleep is also affected. The blues starts around 4 pm, according to research.
Come to this workshop to escape the Sunday Night Blues!!!!
Self-Care Sunday
Did you know that Sunday Night Blues is a real thing?
Sunday anxiety, panic or depression is called the Sunday Night Blues. Around 62% of people experience Sunday blues regularly. Women are almost twice as likely to dread Monday's than men. People get anxious about returning to work, its environment, their commute and responsibilities. Sleep is also affected. The blues starts around 4 pm, according to research.
Come to this workshop to escape the Sunday Night Blues!!!!
Methods to Combat Stress and Anxiety Through Mindfulness
Join us for an amazing workshop on Methods to Combat Stress and Anxiety through Mindfulness. Discussion includes the ways stress and anxiety impacts one's mental, emotional and physical health with practical tools to manage it all.
Whether you're experiencing stress, anxiety or both, come learn how practicing mindfulness can help you in your every day life!