Delve into the meaning and application of shared experience as we explore the unique benefits of group work with therapist and life coach, Shira Sameroff, LCSW! Participants will identify ways to foster safety, mutual support and empowerment of participants in a group, as well as draw upon clinical-based exercises to integrate a deeper comprehension of group dynamics, tools, and purposeful activities for effective facilitation. Awareness and skill in addressing the dynamics of oppression (racism, sexism, homophobia, etc.) that may present in interactions among participants and with the facilitator will also be studied. Concrete facilitation and group leadership skills will be explored, along with thoughtful discussion around how and why groups are so meaningful for practitioners and participants alike. *This webinar is live, real-time and interactive. Participants will earn 3 CE Credits.*

Shame can be a powerful and confusing emotion. In this webinar, therapist Shira Sameroff, LCSW, offers mental health professionals a deeper understanding of shame’s origins and development in clients. We’ll explore how shame impacts emotional well-being and shapes relational patterns. Additionally, we’ll delve into the crucial distinctions between shame and guilt, equipping you to effectively guide clients through their experiences. Finally, the webinar sheds light on the significant influence of cultural and societal messages on shame expression, allowing you to provide culturally sensitive and effective support. *This webinar is live, real-time and interactive. Participants will earn 3 CE Credits.*

This workshop, led by Dr. NaKaisha Tolbert-Banks, DSW, LCSW, LCAC, will explore the systemic impact of losing a family member. This session will assess how such loss affects familial, workplace, and community roles and dynamics, including decision-making and familial cohesion. Participants will explore varied mental health responses and coping mechanisms within these systems. Utilizing the U.R.K.L.E. model, attendees will gain actionable strategies for managing mental health during familial grief and loss. This workshop equips clinical providers with essential insights and tools to effectively support families through complex emotional challenges. *This webinar is live, real-time and interactive. Participants will earn 2 CE Credits.*

While the detrimental consequences of social isolation have always been acknowledged, the emergence of COVID-19 placed a spotlight on the suffering associated with this kind of isolation. Dr. NaKaisha Tolbert-Banks, DSW, LCSW, LCAC reflects on the lasting impact of social isolation through the lens of the pandemic and beyond. NaKaisha will guide participants through the definitions of social isolation, identifying the role of empathy in how we respond to social isolation among individuals and communities, as well as applying interventions to support those experiencing social isolation in a variety of contexts. *This webinar is live, real-time and interactive. Participants will earn 2 CE Credits.*