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Here are some topics you can expect to hear more about at the upcoming Justice as Trauma Conference in April.

Our co-founder Lauren is attending another conference today - learning about working and understanding neurodiversity and trauma. At The Neurodiversity Practice it's our mission to bring the communities we work with (parents, businesses, educators) evidence based information, along with our clinical expertise, on how to put into practice in real life. ➡️Watch this space for insights from the conference! #neurodiversity

“We’re more likely to experience imposter syndrome if we don’t see many examples of people who look like us or share our background who are clearly succeeding in our field.” ~Dr. Emily Hu, Clinical Psychologist Imposter syndrome isn't all in women's heads. It's a result of systemic issues that occur in an industry built by and for white men. Check out this free report to learn more: https://buff.ly/41igurw It dives into: ✅ What causes people to experience imposter syndrome in the construction industry. ✅ Evidence that explains why imposter syndrome is a systemic issue, not an individual problem. ✅ Strategies that people and organizations can use to address these systemic issues.

I've often heard about the importance of the arts to wellbeing. Many studies show positive correlations between creative expression and improved mental health. The guide, Arts on Prescription, discusses how healthcare providers and social service agencies can prescribe arts, culture, or nature experiences to patients or clients to support their health and well-being. The guide emphasizes: community-centered, collaborative work 4 key questions to drive program creation real-world models

Can it get any simpler than this? Adult bonding science demonstrates that the human person is held into existence in secure relationships. Neurologically, we depend on one another to feel safe and loved. Here's to hoping that in 2024 we honor our dependency for a better life and culture! #eft #AttachmentTheory #NewYearsResolution #ConnectionMatters #RelationshipGoals #HumanConnection ICEEFT - International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy Arizona Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy

HMP's Positive News: What went right in February 2024? Let's take a look back at February and think about all the incredible things we have to celebrate as a result! At HMP, we believe that if we also have better access to all the positive news that happens each day, we would significantly reduce anxiety and stress across the general population. Instead of media biased towards all the bad out there, let's turn that table and focus more on what humanity is doing well! So let's take a look at everything that went well in February? Lets review! #painpsychology #healthpsychology #clinicalpsychology #onlinetherapy #chronicpain #chronicstress #stressresponse #trauma #traumasurvivor #traumatherapy #traumatherapist #journorequest

Drs. Alex Terrill and Steven Edgley, both esteemed experts in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R), along with other dedicated clinicians and researchers, embarked on a journey to Sydney, Australia. Their mission: to present their pioneering work under the banner of "Advancing Mental Health Post-Stroke: A Comprehensive Approach for Enhanced Patient Care." ISPRM "Understanding the factors that lead to higher quality of life is imperative for the well-being of patients and their loved-ones. - Dr. Steven Edgley"

Such a thoughtful, well-written article highlighting the nuance involved in critiques, risks, and benefits associated with this very important topic in the field of psychedelics, mental health, and help versus harm.

We are so excited to have Nathan Sackett MD come to Lopez Island and Orcas Island next month to present and facilitate a discussion on the clinical benefits of psychedelics!! I hope you will come join us! #psychedelic #mentalhealth #lopezisland #orcasisland #sanjuanislands #plantmedicine #addictionrecovery #psychedelicresearch #howtochangeyourmind

If all your students are highly engaged and you got everything under control, then this message IS NOT for you. However, if you are seeking an evidence-based approach/intervention to delivering relevant education for the iGeneration please check out this 4-part presentation at the Southeastern School Behavioral Health Conference in Myrtle Beach, April 26, 2024 entitled: MusicsEnergy: How to use music in clinical, school, and community settings. This is not "business as usual" to tacitly remain complicit in maintaining the status quo. THIS IS NOT THAT! Let those with ears hear, those with eyes see, and those with a discerning heart receive! Please check out: https://lnkd.in/e2THZhkk