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Many people struggling with a mental illness are also struggling with an addiction. Recovery for people coping with both of these issues is complicated because they affect each other and are intertwined. Caregivers may often be at a loss for where to start - did the addictions cause the mental illness, did the mental illness cause the addictions or is there something else leading to both? This workshop provides a framework for working systemically with both issues at the same time. Participants will explore the impact of both addiction and mental illness, an overview of the theoretical frameworks for both issues, and how to integrate strategies in a way that supports health and change.
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Anxiety represents our body's natural alarm system, signaling to us the possibility of danger. When this response arises too frequently or intensely and doesn't match actual situations of danger, it can interfere with life and cause great distress. While every person experiences anxiety, it is estimated that over a quarter of the population will experience anxiety at levels that cause distress in their lives. There is also an increasing concern for rising anxiety among children and youth. Participants will explore the natural purpose of anxiety and how it can become 'disordered,' including the link with panic, depression, trauma and other health concerns. The main focus of the workshop will be to learn practical and accessible strategies to assist both adults and children in reducing anxiety.
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For youth to succeed in school, communities and their personal life, effective communication skills are some of the most important skills required. Through using interactive exercises and activities, youth will explore the elements of communication, identify personal areas of strengths and weaknesses and explore various types of communication skills.
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All too often, minor incidents and simple disagreements can lead to conflict. In order to move through conflict in a healthy manner, youth need the tools to express their emotions and perspectives, and at the same time be open to hearing those of others. Participants will learn and practice conflict resolution skills that will equip them to face future conflicts with not only new strategies but also confidence.
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Sometimes stress, personality differences or other precipitating factors can lead to conflict between individuals or within an entire group. Many conflicts would not spiral out of control if people used conflict resolution techniques that are easy to learn and utilize. This workshop will teach participants to understand the dynamics of conflict and be able to respond confidently when faced with difficult situations. Through exploring the mediation process, participants will gain an understanding of how to work with disputing parties to identify interests, clarify issues and work towards options for resolving the conflict.
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This introductory workshop is designed for those new to counselling or those wishing to enhance their general helping skills. The workshop provides an opportunity to acquire basic communication skills and practical strategies to help people. Participants will learn about the process of counseling and using a problem-solving model, how to work with clients to identify issues and implement plans and activities to address areas of concern. This is an interactive and experiential training where participants will work through scenarios, activities and role plays that will help them enhance their helping skills.
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The increase of critical incidents (violence, suicide, tragedy, etc.) requires schools, communities and organizations to be prepared to respond to these unfortunate events. This training will focus on how to organize effectively and quickly at a time of high stress so that groups are better prepared to respond to the emotional needs of those affected by a critical incident. A key component of the training is the review of a Crisis Response Checklist which is an important tool when managing the complexities of a critical incident. Participants will leave the workshop with a clear understanding of how to implement their own crisis response team and plan for their specific environment.
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Critical Incident Group Debriefing (CIGD) is a short-term group intervention process that focuses on an immediate crisis. CIGD is one method that can be utilized to lessen the likelihood of participants experiencing symptoms of trauma and stress after a critical incident. This group debriefing process provides a place for participants to talk and share experiences, and for the facilitator to teach and provide information about the impact of critical incidents. Participants of this skills based workshop will not only learn how to facilitate a group debriefing, but will also have a better understanding of when a group debriefing might not be appropriate.
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For those who work in an environment where there is potential for violence, it is important to develop the skills needed to defuse dangerous situations. This workshop is designed to teach people to de-escalate potentially violent situations through assertiveness and interpersonal communication. The training will explore how anger and violence interplay, including opportunities for self-assessment of personal styles. Participants will develop a clear understanding of how to assess the potential for violence and respond with a diverse set of interpersonal tools and strategies designed to defuse potentially violent situations.
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2 day version
The two day training is a comprehensive and skill-based workshop where
techniques will be demonstrated and practiced.
1 day version
The one day workshop covers much of the same theory as the two day version,
but there is less of an emphasis on skills practice.
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Depression is one of the most common mental health concerns and for some it can become overwhelming and at times paralyzing. Caregivers may feel unsure of where to begin when helping those who frequently feel depleted, helpless and ashamed of their struggles. This workshop introduces participants to a variety of effective strategies that can be used to help an individual who is struggling with depression make positive changes. Depression will be reviewed within the current social context and will include analyzing the impact of new social norms on depression. Participants will learn practical strategies to help engage the depressed person on two levels: changing the negative relationship within oneself and changing interpersonal dynamics that perpetuate depression.
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Disordered eating can range from problematic tendencies such as excessive dieting to a mental health diagnosis such as anorexia or bulimia. Caregivers and helping professionals may struggle with knowing how to best respond to this complex issue and may react with frustration, fear and helplessness. Beginning with a general overview, this workshop will examine symptoms, contributing factors and the experience of living with an eating disorder. Participants will be challenged to check assumptions and to fully address the function disordered eating plays in a person's life. The focus will then shift to possible treatment options and practical strategies for supporting individuals struggling with disordered eating.
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Today's youth are faced with a myriad of challenges on their path towards adulthood. It is therefore crucial that they develop the skills to deal with difficulties of the present, as well as become equipped to face the challenges of the future. The purpose of this workshop is to help youth develop skills and tools that will improve self-esteem and help them manage life's difficulties. This high-energy workshop will take participants through numerous activities aimed at teaching these important life skills.
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Family violence occurs in every community and culture and has profound effects on every person it touches. This workshop examines different forms of violence within family relationships including psychological/emotional, physical and sexual abuse. Assessment areas will be reviewed to understand the impact on individuals, relationships and communities. Interventions will be explored for working with those who perpetrate violence as well as those who are abused, with the goal of moving beyond shame and hurt to the restoration of relationships and prevention of further violence. Finally, participants will learn specific interventions for promoting safety with children, adults and in relationships.
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Gender and sexuality are central features of identity development in adolescence. When a person's internal experience of gender and/or sexuality does not match with what would typically be expected based on their external appearance, it can cause great distress and difficulty. Caregivers can also struggle with knowing how best to respond and support youth in these situations. Participants of this workshop will develop an awareness and understanding of what this experience can be like, and how to create more accessible and welcoming environments for lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, transgender, two-spirited, transsexual, queer and questioning individuals.
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2 day version
The two day training provides a comprehensive overview of the topic and
offers an opportunity to explore one's own setting and response.
Strategies addressing a wide range of settings and situations will be
explored.
1 day version
The one day workshop covers much of the same overview as the two day
version, with focus more specifically on key strategies that apply across
settings.
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The adolescent years are challenging and sometimes difficult times. During this crucial time, youth are navigating changing roles, increased expectations and shifting relationships. Fostering healthy relationships is vitally important during this important stage. In this workshop, youth will learn about awareness, balance and choice and how these contribute to healthy relationships.
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Victim Offender Conferencing brings together those involved and affected by a criminal offense in an effort to foster direct accountability, repair harm done, heal broken relationships and address the root causes of crime. Drawing on 25 years of experience by Fraser Region Community Justice Initiatives in convening victim offender dialogue at all levels of justice, this hands-on course will guide participants through the nuances of facilitating these processes with youth and adult participants. Participants will gain confidence in facilitating a model that is strengthening and empowering for families and communities, participant driven, culturally sensitive and adaptable, and has a proven record of addressing harms in meaningful and lasting ways.
This workshop can be adapted to be applicable to settings outside the criminal justice system, such as communities, schools and other organizations.
Please note this workshop can be offered to a maximum of 12 participants at one time.
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Lateral violence occurs when harmful behaviours we experience show up in our interactions with our families, communities and organizations. It is expressed in many forms including lack of trust, favoritism and poor communication – these issues typically lead to conflict between individuals or within an entire group. Moving beyond the cycle of lateral violence begins with people becoming aware of its causes and impacts. This workshop will teach participants to understand the dynamics of lateral violence and how to work towards solutions for prevention by developing a better personal awareness and enhancing communication and conflict resolution skills.
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Often people experience a period in their lives where there are barriers to moving in a positive direction. Helping professionals regularly encounter challenging forms of resistance in their clients, and feel unable to respond in an effective way. This workshop examines resistance and effective strategies for responding to it. The content of this training is geared towards those new to working with resistant clients or professionals who are looking for new ways to facilitate the change process in the people they are working with. Participants will be challenged to reassess their methods of interacting with resistant clients, and bring a new, collaborative, client-centered approach to their work. Drawing from the approaches of Motivational Interviewing, Positive Discipline and Internal Family Systems Model, this experiential workshop will equip helping professionals with an enhanced style and new strategies that will strengthen their therapeutic relationships and maximize potential for motivating change.
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How do we respond meaningfully to harmful or criminal actions? Based on the principles of restorative justice, this workshop offers a framework for answering this question as it relates to your own context. The timeless philosophy of restorative justice invites people to look beyond a merely punitive view of justice and discipline. Instead, there is a focus on the needs of everyone involved, emphasizing direct accountability, reparation, prevention, dialogue and, in some cases, renewed relationship. If you work in a community, school, government or other organizational setting and make decisions about how to respond to harmful actions, this workshop will provide you with insights for incorporating restorative justice principles into your environment.
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1 day version
The one day workshop is a very abbreviated version of the 4 day training.
It is intended to be an introduction to the framework of restorative
justice.
4 day version
The four day training is a comprehensive and skill-based workshop. In
addition to exploring the philosophy of restorative justice there is an
emphasis on providing practical strategies for implementation of restorative
justice processes within schools, communities and organizations. This is
a training program of the Fraser Region Community Justice Initiatives
Association. For a more detailed description of the workshop please
click here.
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Self-injury refers to deliberate, self-inflicted tissue damage, such as cutting or burning. Self-injury has reached alarming proportions amongst our youth, with North American studies indicating adolescent prevalence of between 14 and 18 percent. Helping professionals are therefore increasingly encountering young people who are engaging in self-injury. This workshop will begin with a general overview to assist participants in understanding the experience and motivations of adolescents who intentionally injure themselves. The content will then focus on practical strategies for working with youth struggling with this complex issue. Participants will leave this workshop with increased insight regarding self-injury behaviour in youth and direction for effective interventions.
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Unmanaged stress can lead to unproductive patterns in both our work and personal environments. Left unaddressed, stress will eventually render people ineffective in their roles. It is thus important to take time to periodically assess the level of stress in our lives and move towards relieving the causes and symptoms of stress. This workshop helps identify behaviour patterns that may cause stress and offers practical approaches, exercises and tips to managing stress. Coping skills are taught for assisting people in effectively dealing with the demands and pressures they face.
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Intervention attempts with youth who are struggling with substance abuse are often met with resistance. While some youth choose not to use substances or their use stays as experimentation, for others, their use quenches a much larger unmet need and a pattern of use and abuse develops. Participants of this workshop will examine the needs underlying youth’s choices to use substances. They will also consider issues that make working with youth different than working with adults and explore short term and longer term intervention strategies.
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To address the issue of suicide, a broad and diverse approach is needed. The first day of this workshop will teach caregivers the skills needed to identify and assist those at risk of suicide. The second day focuses on providing caregivers with tools to minimize the impact of a suicide on survivors. Participants will gain valuable insights into why suicide postvention is also suicide prevention. Also, a guide for how to develop a comprehensive suicide prevention plan will be presented, with emphasis on addressing the root risk factors that lead to suicide.
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The impact of trauma can be far-reaching and enduring. This workshop provides an overview of the way trauma impacts a person through the brain and nervous system and how it can result in longer term symptoms at physical, psychological and emotional levels. A framework is presented to inform helpers for assisting people to work toward regulating and resolving the impact of trauma. Key strategies and principles are explored that apply to a diverse range of impacts in children, adolescents and adults. Participants will be given an opportunity to understand their own response as helpers to working with trauma and how to be better equipped to continue their work in responding to trauma.
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This workshop is designed for managers, human resource professionals, social service providers and anyone seeking a better understanding of the complexities that surround mental illness. While it is not your responsibility to diagnose mental illness, it can be both important and helpful for you to be aware of the signs and symptoms that indicate someone is experiencing a mental illness. This workshop will give participants a general overview of common adult mental illnesses and their symptoms, causes and treatment. The final portion of the workshop explores ways of accessing professional help for people struggling with mental illness.
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After a violent incident, it is not uncommon to find that many different people were aware of clues that violence was being planned. Yet, without a clearly defined process to gather information and assess the situation, violence prevention is extremely difficult. This workshop provides a communication and decision-making model to help businesses, schools, organizations and communities become more effective in their management of threats. Participants will learn strategies to help them identify, assess and manage individuals who may be escalating towards violence.
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1 day version
The one day version is structured for a conference format with a large
number of participants from different environments.
2 day version
Designed for forming teams, the two day on-site workshop is structured for
a group size of 20 or less participants. Beyond the material covered in the
1-day version, the emphasis will be on addressing issues and developing
processes that are relevant to your specific environment.
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Experiencing compassion fatigue, vicarious trauma or burnout is, unfortunately, a common occurrence among caregivers. In this workshop, participants will identify the causes, signs and symptoms of stress and also measure their own current level of stress and burnout. Several techniques and interventions to decrease stress will also be demonstrated, practiced and discussed. It is extremely important for caregivers to remember to take care of themselves in order to best serve their clients; this workshop will assist participants in strengthening their own self-care awareness.
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