Journaling is an active form of meditation. It can serve as a powerful release valve for internalized pressure and everyday stress. Delve into the transformative journey of the journal with Jennifer Convissor, LCSW. Participants will enjoy an overview of four specific types of journaling techniques and their corresponding therapeutic properties, helping clients to become more joyful and connected to themselves and others. This webinar is live, real-time and interactive. Participants will earn 2 CE Credits.
| Week 50 |
| Monday. 09 December, 2024 | |
| 7:00 pm |
Bridges Over Barriers: Exploring Ableism and Social Justice with Ethics-Based Perspectives, Monday, 12-9-24 (Live Webinar)Join clinical social worker and leading advocate for individuals with developmental disabilities, Alexa Donnelly, LCSW, as we define and explore the ethical mandate governing professional practice and promotion of Disability Justice & Culture! Participants will enjoy an overview of the ethical, historical, social and legislative framework surrounding developmental disabilities, the importance of language and promoting person-centered practice with the developmentally disabled population, and identifying ways to address ableism and advance neurodiversity, especially within the context of its importance to ethical standards and social justice. Please note, this revised and expanded course includes a review of materials outlined in Alexa’s previous webinar, “The Ethics of Inclusiveness”. This webinar meets the *NEW* Maryland Anti-Oppressive Social Work Practice content requirement for Social Workers. This webinar is live, real-time and interactive. Participants will earn 3 CE Credits - Ethics. |
| Tuesday. 10 December, 2024 | |
| 7:00 pm |
Crowd Sourcing : The Healing Power of Groups, Tuesday, 12-10-24 (Live Webinar)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. |
| Wednesday. 11 December, 2024 | |
| 8:00 pm | |