Breath-Body-Mind: For Everyone Who Needs to Take a Break and a Deep Breath
ZoomPresenters: Ruth Rosenblum, LCSW & Brenda Haas, LCSW Research has shown that Breath-Body-Mind practices, developed by integrative physicians Drs. Richard P. Brown and Patricia Gerbarg are highly effective in reducing the impact of stress and anxiety, both of which are so prevalent at this time. Using a series of gentle, easy movements and coherent breathing practices we will help restore much needed balance and calm the body and mind. To RSVP and receive zoom information, please email Lisa Morris at [email protected].
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia (CBTi)
Date: 7/6/21, 7/13/21, 7/20/21 Time: 9:00-10:30 AM Enrollment Limited: 15 Contact Hours: 4.5 CEU’s: 4.5 Insomnia is defined as poor sleep that is associated with distress and/or daytime consequences, including impairment in functioning or mood. Insomnia can lead to poor mental health, or can be a consequence of poor mental health. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia (CBTi) is an empirically validated brief psychotherapy with evidence of long-term improvements in sleep for people with and without psychiatric comorbidities. CBTi addresses behavioral components to sleep (e.g. stimulus control, sleep restriction therapy), cognitive components ...
Feeling Connected During the Pandemic
ZoomMany individuals are faced with feelings of social isolation, loneliness, anxiety, and stress during these uncertain times. Please join us for a supportive discussion about stress management, anxiety reduction and finding ways to remain connected during the pandemic. Please register by contacting Jennifer Schmelkin, Social Worker: [email protected].
Pride Academy
Learn what you need to know LGBTQ+ community, culture and contributions! In this special community just for LGBTQ+ youth, we’ll talk about . . . What the letters mean, how we pick, and why it’s ok to change Friendship, flirting, dating, safer sexy times and consent Isms, intersections & how to fight oppression in all its forms LGBTQ+ History & Heroes you didn’t learn about in school LGBTQ+ media you love (& don’t) Being a strong leader and making the world a better place! Most importantly, we’ll build a community of friends and allies who understand the unique challenges and ...
Breath-Body-Mind
ZoomPlease join us for an Evidenced-Based practice that utilizes easy, gentle movement (done standing or sitting) and Coherent Breathing techniques to effectively reduce stress and release tensions in the body while restoring a sense of balance, well-being and calm mind. Please register by contacting Ruth Rosenblum, LCSW, who will be facilitating this program by emailing [email protected].
LinkedIn: Up Your Networking Game
ZoomFacilitated by: Naomi Koller, WJCS Career Specialist A strong network can provide you with a lot, including shared resources and also keep you updated on industry news and trends. Your network can provide you with job opportunities. It’s becoming more and more common for people to be introduced to opportunities through their online network. Join us to discuss ways to network with new and current connections on LinkedIn. To RSVP and receive zoom info, please email [email protected].
Resume 101: Rethink and Reinvent Your Resume
ZoomThis workshop is for those who are new to the WJCS COVID Relief Hub, as well as for those who have not updated their resume for a while. Join this small group to learn more about the program and discuss the current trends in resume writing to effectively present your qualifications to potential employers. Learn about the latest techniques to help your resume stand out from the competition and be noticed. This class is a requirement before meeting individually with a career specialist. Please send a copy of your resume to [email protected]. Facilitated by: Naomi Koller, WJCS Career Specialist To […]
Pride Academy
Learn what you need to know LGBTQ+ community, culture and contributions! In this special community just for LGBTQ+ youth, we’ll talk about . . . What the letters mean, how we pick, and why it’s ok to change Friendship, flirting, dating, safer sexy times and consent Isms, intersections & how to fight oppression in all its forms LGBTQ+ History & Heroes you didn’t learn about in school LGBTQ+ media you love (& don’t) Being a strong leader and making the world a better place! Most importantly, we’ll build a community of friends and allies who understand the unique challenges and ...
Breath-Body-Mind
ZoomPlease join us for an Evidenced-Based practice that utilizes easy, gentle movement (done standing or sitting) and Coherent Breathing techniques to effectively reduce stress and release tensions in the body while restoring a sense of balance, well-being and calm mind. Please register by contacting Ruth Rosenblum, LCSW, who will be facilitating this program by emailing [email protected].
Eating Disorders- Assessment and Treatment (WJCS Staff Only)
Date: July 14, 2021 Time: 10-11:30AM Enrollment Limited to WJCS only: 30 Contact Hours: 1.5 CEU’s: 1.5 Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any psychiatric disorder and often present with comorbid conditions. Yet, eating disorders can often go untreated. In order to properly treat these disorders, it is critical to become familiar with diagnostic criteria, learn proper assessment tools and treat with evidence based practice. In this course, participants will therefore be introduced to the warning signs, learn interventions as well as how to implement it in clinical practice. Method: ...
Job Search Routines
ZoomPresenter: Deb Krawiec We will share steps to prioritize parameters to ease your job search. Managing a multitude of priorities can challenge us all; and trying to do it all, while driving a job search campaign can at times feel overwhelming Attend this one-hour workshop with Deb Krawiec, from Arrow Career Consulting and learn helpful strategies on how to organize your day, your workspace and job search activities in order to maximize productivity and maintain positive momentum during the summer months. To RSVP and receive zoom info, please email [email protected].
Prepare, Respond, Recover: What to do When Disaster Strikes
WJCS will be co-hosting a virtual presentation on "Prepare, Respond, Recover: What to do When Disaster Strikes" with The American Red Cross!