The Parents/Caregivers of Adolescents and Young Adults Support Group is a peer-led support group for loved ones of adolescents and young adults who are living with mental illness. For more information or to register please call NAMI Westchester at 914-592-5458.
Grief is a natural reaction to the loss of a loved one and in most cases grief symptoms decrease over time. But for some people, feelings of intense grief persist and are severe enough to cause problems in everyday life. Explore the symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic criteria, and treatment of prolonged grief disorder with a […]
How does the emotional support we do / do not receive as children impact our ability to manage emotions as adults? Learn the types of emotional support children need from infancy through adolescence, and the tools caregivers need to provide what each stage needs. About the instructor: Susan Dannen is a Licensed Independent Social Worker […]
Trauma is defined by the emotional and psychological effect an event has on people, and less by the event itself. Explore the science of trauma and discuss how trauma impacts physical & mental health with a licensed therapist. Register for free here.
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: 456745!
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 […]
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.
We know what to do when someone breaks their arm: brace it and go to the hospital. But what do you do when someone is experiencing a mental health emergency? Learn what causes crisis situations, the warning signs, how to respond, and what to do once the crisis has ended in this one-hour seminar with a licensed […]
This two day symposium offers workshops that will provide an opportunity to engage in learning about how to implement daily self care and wellness strategies to thrive in one’s wellness, as well as actionable wellness tools and information on the many pathways to recovery from Substance Use Disorder and Mental Illness. For more information and […]
This two day symposium offers workshops that will provide an opportunity to engage in learning about how to implement daily self care and wellness strategies to thrive in one’s wellness, as well as actionable wellness tools and information on the many pathways to recovery from Substance Use Disorder and Mental Illness. For more information and […]