Human rights and dignity for all, is a vital to bringing lasting peace, kindness and mental health to all of us, our families and the community. February is Black History Month and a time to celebrate the fullness of African American history. It is a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history and culture. This year’s theme is African Americans and art. Artwork that is infused with African, Caribbean, and the Black American lived experiences. It is interesting to note that Black history is not unique to the United States, other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also devote a month to celebrating Black history. Please join me in taking time to participate in an activity or event to recognize and celebrate this vibrant history and on-going efforts to create a community that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.

For more information on Black History Month 2024, visit:

https://asalh.org/black-history-themes/

https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/initiatives/black-history-month-2024

Facilitated by Asha Gozzelin, LMSW, Gem Korman, LCSW-R and Jackson Morris, LCSW

Register by February 16th by emailing Asha at agozzelin@gmail.com!

Check out affiliate Michael Caputo's blog in which he writes about mental health concepts as well as his own journey! https://medium.com/centered-stage

Tree of Hope Counseling, LCSW, PLLC SE CPE, is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #0322. We have also partnered with 716 CEU to offer LMHC CEUs.

Religious trauma impacts many clients in therapy. Therapists can benefit from becoming educated in what religious trauma is, how it shows up in clinical work and in clients' lives, and how to help clients heal from this specific type of trauma. Join Susanna Guarino, LMHC for this invaluable training on 2/10!

2024 Dates:

Feb 16-18, 2024 - Live, in-person training in Fort Myers, FL

Approved for Social Work & LMHC CEUs

Learn the Art and Science of EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques or “The Tapping Technique”) in this EFT workshop and join millions worldwide who are learning this life-changing technique. EFT, commonly referred to as Tapping, has gained rapid popularity because it has been demonstrated to quickly and effectively resolve dysfunctional feelings, thoughts, behaviors and beliefs which can lead to challenges in relationships, health, work and more. Basically, if there are negative emotions and stress involved, EFT may well be able to resolve those aspects that can lead to significant relief and ease in one’s life. Learn to implement this powerful mind-body approach which is supported by peer-reviewed research, drawing from the fields of interpersonal neurobiology, neuroplasticity models and the field of epigenetics.

This group is to provide information and resources on all things LGBTQ+ for parents/guardians and allies of LGBTQ+ youth/young adults. We will address any related parenting stressors and find support so that you can better understand and support your LGBTQ+ loved ones.

When: We will meet once a month on the second Saturday from 9-10am. Next meeting date: 2/10/2024

Where: Online

Cost: $20/group meeting. (Reduced fee for more than one person per family.)

For more information or to attend please contact Gem for the link at gemkorman@gmail.com.

Feeling helpless and hopeless, chronic guilt, anger and cynicism, inability to empathize or listen, numbing and grandiosity aren’t just symptoms of burn-out; they’re indications of traumatic exposure. As personal and professional loads continue to rise during these increasingly complex times, it’s important for therapists and care providers to develop communities of care. Counter to the concept of individual responsibility in “self-care,” trauma-stewardship asks us: how is our work sustainable, and how can we support each other?

This professional development group offers a journey for eight participants with the intent of developing skills and practices together to address the systemic and interpersonal challenges of stewarding trauma within ourselves and our clients.

Interested folks can complete this brief questionnaire and Asha will follow up with them within 3 business days.

When: July 1, 2, 3 | 12:00—5:30 p.m. daily
Where: Nazareth College
Cost: There is no cost to campers or their families. We are happy to provide this program free of charge.
Registration closes on April 12th, 2024 or when 40 campers are registered. Complete the online registration at: https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/.../camp-heartstrings.aspx