Continuing Education

As societies become increasingly diverse, professionals and front-line staff must develop cultural compassion and humility in supporting older adults from ethnocultural backgrounds. This webinar, Aging Across Cultures: Understanding Ethno-Diversity in […]

Abstract Eating disorders and disordered eating presents a complex and challenging journey, not only for those directly affected but also for their families and the professionals who work with them. […]

This workshop explores key concepts related to holistic health, intergenerational trauma, and decolonizing trauma through bridging the Indigenous perspectives and clinical models. The Two-Eyed Seeing, a framework developed by Mi’kmaq Elder Albert Marshall, emphasizes integrating both Western and Indigenous knowledge systems, addressing personal biases and perspectives, and highlighting the importance of being an ally through the Tree Story teachings. It also stresses cultural commitment, safety, respect, competence, and humility in mental health practice.

As technology continues to proliferate and shape our everyday lives, cybercriminals leverage these advancements to target innocent victims both at work and home. Kathy Macdonald, an esteemed cybersecurity expert and former police officer, provides a detailed exploration of the dark underbelly of the Internet and the pressing importance of cybersecurity in her illuminating presentation.

With a focus on the interplay between ADHD and Mental Health across the lifespan, this webinar is a continuation of Part 1 of the “Beyond Series” (Beyond Diagnosis), but can be attended as independent of the series. In this session, we integrate principles of positive psychology and cognitive neuroscience to help practitioners foster resilience and well-being in clients with complex ADHD and mental health profiles. 

Abstract In this presentation I will provide an introduction to nature-assisted therapy including an overview of evidence supporting the use of nature as a co-therapist, nature-based interventions, mindfulness in nature, […]