LIVE TRAINING: APRIL 25TH | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2 CEUs
Presenter Bios: Dr. Abigail Go, Psy. D, A licensed clinical psychologist committed to helping individuals, families, and couples achieve their personal and relational goals. With a focus on empowering growth and well-being, I specialize in guiding individuals with mental health disorders and their families toward positive change. My expertise lies in creating a supportive and compassionate environment where meaningful progress can happen.
11:00 AM
Presenter Bios: Jina Uyeda, LMFT, CSAC With a decade of experience as practicing Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) | Certified Substance Abuse Counselor I am passionate about fostering growth and healing in individuals, couples, and families. My approach is rooted in mindfulness and intentionality, guiding clients through relational challenges or the complexities of addiction. I believe in the power of connection and self-discovery to promote lasting change and well-being.
Description:
Join us for Caring Hearts: Supporting Children in the Shadows of Addiction, a focused two-hour training designed to empower those working with children affected by addiction. This program offers a compassionate, practical approach, starting with an overview of addiction’s ripple effects on families. With a mix of educational insights and interactive exercises, participants will gain a deeper understanding of addiction’s impact on children and leave equipped with actionable strategies to support emotional and psychological resilience. From recognizing the emotional burdens these children face to building supportive communication pathways, each part of this training is crafted to inspire effective and empathetic support.
Throughout the session, participants will explore the nuances of addiction, from different types and family dynamics to the unique ways addiction impacts children’s social, academic, and mental well-being. Using case studies and personal stories, this training will bring real-life perspectives to light, fostering greater empathy and understanding. We’ll discuss tailored communication strategies to help children express their feelings, validate their experiences, and develop coping mechanisms that build resilience and self-worth.
Finally, this training emphasizes practical resources, giving participants a toolkit they can rely on long after the session concludes. This training provides a space for sharing experiences, discussing challenges, and learning from others in the field. Participants will leave with resource handouts and a solid action plan for helping children navigate the challenges of growing up in families affected by addiction.
Objectives:
1. Understand Developmental Impacts: Participants will gain insight into how addiction affects children's emotional and psychological development, enabling them to identify specific challenges faced by these children.
2. Effective Communication Skills: Participants will learn and practice communication techniques that promote trust and open dialogue with children, helping them express their feelings and experiences.
3. Resilience-Building Strategies: Participants will explore practical strategies to foster resilience in children, empowering them to cope with their circumstances and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
4. Resource Identification: Participants will identify community resources and support systems available for children and families affected by addiction, enabling them to connect clients with appropriate help.
