Alliance For Safe Kids

The Power of Play
2022-12-19 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Play is so important to child development that it has been recognized as a “right” by the United Nations High Commission for Human Rights. Learn how play impacts mental health, learning, and social-emotional connections from childhood through adolescence and how to engage & communicate with children in play in this one-hour webinar with a licensed therapist. We’ll also explore how play can strengthen positive connections in families and what you can do to promote the power of play in your home & community.
Register for FREE here.

Westchester Breathes
2022-12-16 09:30 - 10:30, 2022-12-09 09:30 - 10:30, 2022-12-02 09:30 - 10:30
Register below for this FREE 50 minute weekly program. As confirmation of your registration, a meeting link will be sent to the email you provide below. You can use the same link for each session.
Register for FREE here.

Virtual Overdose Prevention Training
2022-12-15 18:30 - 20:00, 2022-11-17 18:30 - 20:00
Naloxone is a prescription medicine that reverses an overdose by blocking heroin or other opioids in the nervous system for 30-90 minutes. Naloxone is administered by injection or intranasal. Following training, participants receive a kit by mail. Presented by our partners at Drug Crisis in Our Backyard.
Register by email: ssal@drugcrisisinourbackyard.com

Creating a Low-Stress Environment and Minimizing Crises
2022-12-15 12:00 - 13:00
Families are susceptible to strain from a number of sources including work and school obligations, illness, finances, interpersonal conflict, and more. Learn strategies to create and maintain a low-stress environment, identify & respond to ‘red flags’, and communicate in times of crisis with a licensed therapist.
Register for FREE here.

Spotlight on Recovery - Family Support Group
2022-12-14 19:00 - 20:00, 2022-12-07 19:00 - 20:00, 2022-11-30 19:00 - 20:00, 2022-11-23 19:00 - 20:00, 2022-11-16 19:00 - 20:00
Drug Crisis in Our Backyard is pleased to offer Family Support Groups, an interactive forum for family support and education. We have recurring meetings where parents and families can obtain information and support in dealing with problems with drug abuse and addiction in their homes. ​
Wednesday 7-8pm
Link to join: https://zoom.us/j/8534470100
*No passcode required.

Spotlight on Recovery - Family Support Group
2022-12-13 18:30 - 20:00, 2022-12-06 18:30 - 20:00, 2022-11-29 18:30 - 20:00, 2022-11-22 18:30 - 20:00, 2022-11-15 18:30 - 20:00
Drug Crisis in Our Backyard is pleased to offer Family Support Groups, an interactive forum for family support and education. We have recurring meetings where parents and families can obtain information and support in dealing with problems with drug abuse and addiction in their homes. ​
Tuesday 6:30-8:00pm
Link to join: https://zoom.us/j/2241277364
​Passcode: [REDACTED]

Understanding Compassion Fatigue and Burnout
2022-12-08 12:00 - 13:00
Does compassion cause suffering? When does it go too far and how can caregivers protect their own wellbeing? Learn the warning signs, who is at risk, and how to restore your emotional energy with a licensed therapist.
Register here for FREE.

K.N.O.W. to Prevent: Creating Stability in a Changing World Cultivating Teen Mental Health in 2023
2022-12-07 19:00 - 20:00
The world is shifting – between emerging from COVID-19 precautions, war in Europe, climate concerns, and political polarization, society feels very different now than it did just a few years ago. Although it’s been stressful on all of us, youth have had the additional challenge of coping with these changes without the same perspective or mental tools as adults, leading to a nationally-recognized emergency in youth mental health. As a parent, it can be difficult to know where to start – how to create a sense of stability for our children in a very unstable time.
Join psychologist Dr. Aaron Weiner for an exploration of three foundational principles in creating emotional stability – connection, structure, and confidence – and how parents can work with their kids to build these tools for emotional resilience from home.
Register for FREE now.

Holiday Stress & Self-Care
2022-12-07 12:00 - 13:00
The “most wonderful time of the year” doesn’t always feel that wonderful. Demands on our time and energy often leaving us feeling tired, disappointed, and depressed. This one-hour seminar includes practical tips to manage the stress that accompanies the holidays, prioritizing self-care, and getting the support you need. Let’s bring more “peace & joy” back into your holiday season!
About the instructor: Jaymi Dormaier is a Licensed Master Social Worker with ten years of experience in the mental health field. In Jaymi’s career as a social worker and therapist she has worked with diverse populations focusing on anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, foster care, adoption, homelessness, and addiction. She is passionate about helping others live a life they love.
Register for FREE here.

Why Can’t I Just Stop? Understanding OCD in Children and Adolescents
2022-12-05 12:00 - 13:00
Children with obsessive compulsive disorder usually know that persistent negative thoughts & compulsive behaviors are not typical and desperately want to stop, but they don’t know how. Oftentimes they hide their symptoms from the world out of embarrassment and shame, causing them to feel isolated & misunderstood. Discuss OCD symptoms and causes with a licensed therapist, as well as the impact on social and emotional development. Learn what treatment options are available and discover practical tips to provide a supportive environment.
Register for FREE here.

Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder
2022-12-01 12:00 - 13:00
Do the winter months get you down more than you think they should? Explore the signs and symptoms of seasonal affective disorder, when it’s time to see a doctor, and what treatment options are available. Learn practical tips for managing symptoms and supporting loved ones who are struggling with a licensed therapist. Webinar sponsored by Hollie & Cindy Smith.
Register for FREE here.

Understanding PTSD
2022-11-30 12:00 - 13:00
Trauma impacts everyone differently, depending on the nature of the trauma, presence or lack of social supports, access to treatment, and coping strategies. This one-hour seminar provides an accessible guide to understanding what causes Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, its symptoms, co-occurring disorders, and treatment options. Learn practical tips for managing symptoms and helping others with a licensed therapist.
Register for free here.

Stress: Signs, Symptoms, Management, and Prevention
2022-11-29 12:00 - 13:00
The term ‘stress’ is used loosely in our culture. What does it really mean and how vulnerable are you? Understand the biology of stress and explore realistic and practical ways to manage distress in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist.
Register for free here.

Talking to Kids about Mental Health
2022-11-28 12:00 - 13:00
Children are curious about their environment and the people around them. How do we answer their questions about mental health? Learn how to help children understand what mental illness is and is not, and how to answer their questions, in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist.
Register for free here.

Communication Do’s & Don’ts
2022-11-23 12:00 - 13:00
Understanding how mental health impacts thinking and behavior helps to reduce frustration & stress, and improves outcomes for everyone. Learn simple tools to manage conflict and express feelings with a licensed therapist.
Register for free here.

Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
2022-11-22 12:00 - 13:00
OCD manifests differently in different people – the disorder involves much more than anxiety about germs or compulsions to clean. An accessible guide to understanding this often-misunderstood diagnosis, including symptoms of OCD, co-occurring disorders, and treatment options. Learn practical tips for managing symptoms and helping others with a licensed therapist.
Register for free here.

Understanding Hoarding
2022-11-21 12:00 - 13:00
Hoarding is a compulsive behavior that involves much more than keeping extra papers around. This seminar explores the reasons people hoard, common symptoms of hoarding, and the impact hoarding has on both the individual and the family. Discuss treatment options and tips for communicating with someone who hoards with a licensed therapist.
Register for free here.

The Psychological Origins of Stigma & Bias
2022-11-16 12:00 - 13:00
How does cultural bias impact treatment, prevention & recovery? Discuss the origins of understanding mental illness, how misinformation is spread, and how stigma impacts individuals and communities. Learn tips for correcting negative perceptions with a licensed therapist in this one-hour seminar.
Register for free here.

Mental Health & Mental Illness: What’s the Difference?
2022-11-10 12:00 - 13:00
This one-hour seminar provides an accessible guide to understanding what mental health is, the categories of mental illness, and how they’re treated. Separate myths & facts and learn strategies to combat stigma and help others with a licensed therapist.
Register for free here.
