Event Type
Event
Audience
Description
Professional
Development
Staff
Professional development refers to specialized training and support programs designed to enhance the emotional well-being, psychological resilience, and professional effectiveness of school staff. Grounded in principles of psychotherapy, trauma-informed care, and emotional intelligence, these sessions provide educators and school personnel with the tools to manage stress, support students' mental health, and foster psychologically safe learning environments.
Wellness
Workshops
Staff
Wellness workshops are structured, interactive sessions designed to promote mental, emotional, and physical well-being among individuals and groups. Delivered by our Master’s Level students, these workshops provide participants with practical tools, knowledge, and strategies to enhance self-care, resilience, and overall health.
Topics
Professional Development Topics
Mental Health Literacy & Student Support
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Recognizing and Responding to Student Mental Health Needs (early signs of anxiety, depression, trauma, or emotional dysregulation. When and how to refer students for additional support)
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Trauma-Informed Practices in the Classroom (understanding trauma’s impact on learning and behavior. Creating safety, predictability, and co-regulation strategies)
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Supporting Students with Anxiety, ADHD, and Emotional Regulation Challenges (Practical strategies to support emotional and behavioral needs without clinical training)
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Navigating Crisis Situations: A Mental Health Lens (Responding to suicidal ideation, disclosures, or acute distress calmly and appropriately)
Staff Wellness & Resilience
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Preventing Burnout and Managing Compassion Fatigue (Understanding emotional exhaustion in caregiving roles. Boundaries, self-care, and sustainable engagement)
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Building Emotional Resilience for Educators (Tools for managing stress, maintaining perspective, and recovering from setbacks)
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Mindfulness and Grounding Practices for the School Day (Simple, effective techniques that staff can use for themselves or with students)
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The Psychology of Change: Coping with Transitions in Education (Supporting staff through policy, leadership, and classroom changes)
Relational and Communication Skills
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Understanding and Managing Conflict Through a Therapeutic Lens (Navigating difficult conversations with students, parents and colleagues. Active listening, boundary setting, and assertiveness)
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Fostering Psychological Safety in Teams and Classrooms (Building trust, inclusivity, and emotional safety at work)
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Attachment-Informed Approaches to Educator-Student Relationships (Supporting regulation, consistency, and connection - especially for at-risk youth)
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Cultural Humility and Emotional Sensitivity in Diverse School Communities (Exploring bias, identity, and safe dialogue around equity and inclusion
Reflective Practice & Professional Growth
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Educator Self-Awareness: How Personal Patterns Impact Professional Practice (exploring how emotional responses, triggers and relational styles show up in teaching
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Reflective Supervision and Peer Support Models (building habits of self-reflection, collaboration, and emotional debriefing)
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Ethics of Care in Education (Balancing empathy, accountability and professional boundaries)
Wellness Workshop Topics
Emotional Well-Being & Mental Health
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Understanding Emotions (naming and navigating feelings, emotional literacy, and emotional regulation skills)
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Managing Anxiety and Worry (coping techniques, though-challenging, and grounding practices)
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Building Resilience (how to bounce back from set-backs, develop a growth mindset, and cope with life changes
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Mindfulness and Stress Reduction (Practical breathing, body awareness, and presence-based tools to reduce stress and anxiety)
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Dealing with Depression and Low Mood (Normalizing emotional lows and introducing tools to re-engage in daily life
Self-Esteem & Identity Development
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Building Self-Confidence & Self-Worth (exploring identity, strengths, and positive self-talk)
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Body Image and Media Literacy (understanding how media affects the body image and promoting self-acceptance)
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Understanding Boundaries and Assertiveness (healthy ways to say no, express needs, and maintain personal space and respect
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Gender, Sexuality & Identity (age-appropriate and inclusive)(safe spaces for exploring identity, inclusion and self-acceptance
Relationships & Social Skills
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Healthy Friendships and Peer Dynamics (identifying supportive vs harmful relationships, navigating conflict, and building trust)
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Empathy and Active Listening (Strengthening interpersonal skills and reducing peer misunderstandings)
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Navigating Bullying, Gossip, and Social Pressures (empowerment strategies, bystander action and support systems
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Digital Wellness and Social Media Boundaries (exploring the emotional impact of screen time, comparison and cyberbullying)
Academic Stress & School Life
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Balancing School, Life, and Mental Health (time management, self-care planning, and recognizing burnout)
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Perfectionism and Performance Pressure (Challenging unrealistic expectations and learning self-compassion)
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Test Anxiety and Focus Strategies (Psychological tools to reduce exam stress and improve concentration)
Coping & Life Skills
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Grief and Loss Support (Understanding and coping with loss, whether of a loved one, pet or life transition)
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Coping with Change and Uncertainty (Tools for navigating transition like school changes, family changes, or moving)
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Emotional Safety and Crisis Planning (Understanding what to do when feeling overwhelmed and where to find help)
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Creating a Personal Coping Toolbox (Students build their own set of go-to strategies for when they’re feeling low or anxious)