Self-injury Awareness Day (SIAD) (also known as Self-Harm Awareness Day) is a grassroots annual global awareness event / campaign on March 1,where on this day, and in the weeks leading up to it and after, some people choose to be more open about their own self-harm, and awareness organizations make special efforts to raise awareness about self-harm and self-injury. Some people wear an orange awareness […]
This activity provides participants all the materials and instructions to create their own “Seasons of Me” art piece. Participants will be guided through discussion prompts and personal reflection, then add words and/or statements to their piece that highlights what they enjoy about each season and celebrates the positive things that change can bring. Through this […]
World Teen Mental Wellness Day is observed across the globe on March 2 every year. It is a day that aims to raise awareness about the mental health issues that teenagers deal with. This Day is about making efforts to educate everyone and destigmatize something that is becoming increasingly common. There are informational and helpful […]
Today's Topic ~ “I’m not over it yet”: “Why Am I Not Over This Yet?” We have a new teen forum, Cultivating Resiliency with Jordyn Russo! What is it? Cultivating resilience in the face of all life’s challenges is a proactive way of dealing with the unexpected & disappointments & successes in life, including how […]
Come and listen to Dr. Kim Dwyer with Dwyer Psychological Services speak on mindfulness and stress. This one hour presentation will introduce participants to the concept of mindfulness. We will begin with examining the stress response and how anxiety impacts our brain, our bodies, and our behavior, manifesting through sympathetic nervous system (SNS) arousal. After […]
The Body Keeps The Score: Brain, Mind and Body in The Healing of Trauma Educational support group combined with book club This book by Bessel van der Kolk, MD provides a scientific background for understanding how children and adults adapt to traumatic experiences. This book translates findings from neuroscience and attachment research to explore a […]
This is a virtual and confidential conversation just for Teens. Eating Disorders have many roots and origins, one of which is trauma. Over 60% of patients in eating disorder treatment have experienced some form of a traumatic event. Come join us for an informative presentation in order to better understand the relationship between trauma and […]
This year's official theme is “Break the Bias,” and the whole month is dedicated to honoring women, shining a light on their current societal contributions and celebrating the many important roles women have played throughout American history.
Join dogs from Go Team Dogs at the Center to Practice your reading. For students who prefer picture books or who would like to read along. Read along as a group~ 3pm-3:30pm Independent Reading ~ 3:30pm – 4pm. NOT A DROP OFF EVENT
This class is virtual. Mindfulness can be applied to many areas of our lives. We get the same benefits as sitting still and meditating as when we do focused, repetitious activities. Chopping vegetables, listening to music, coloring or drawing can calm our minds, slow our heart rates, and restore oxygen-rich blood to our organs when […]
This is a virtual and confidential presentation just for parents with our guest speakers from Eating Disorder Cares. Eating Disorders have many roots and origins, one of which is trauma. Over 60% of patients in eating disorder treatment have experienced some form of a traumatic event. Come join us for an informative presentation in order […]
What is it? Cultivating resilience in the face of all life’s challenges is a proactive way of dealing with the unexpected & disappointments & successes in life, including how to cope with trauma and adversity. If your student/child could benefit from this support forum SHARE WITH THEM!