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Challenging the Fantasy Bond

Watch the Webinar   SEE SLIDES FROM THE WEBINAR HERE   Challenging the Fantasy Bond: New Book Now Available! This much-anticipated follow-up to the critically-acclaimed and bestselling The Fantasy Bond tackles the complex question of why so many of us are compelled to repeat the pain of our past while avoiding positive experiences that could enrich… Read more »

A Deep Dive Into Living Life on Purpose

Watch Now:   In This Webinar: Purpose is one of our most underutilized natural resources.  When was the last time you thought about what your purpose in life is?  Knowing and living for what matters most can bolster our well-being and change our lives. In this presentation, we will explore: How do we find our… Read more »

Supporting Men’s Peaceful Transformation

In this Webinar:  Founder and Facilitator of “Men Creating Peace” Devon Gaster will introduce an effective approach to working with men, who have caused harm in intimate partner relationships. Webinar participants will become familiar with the patterns and behaviors that keep men stuck in abusive cycles and learn ways to create a safe environment for… Read more »

Challenging the Fantasy Bond: A Search for Personal Identity and Freedom

Why are many of us compelled to repeat the pain of our past, while avoiding positive experiences that could enrich our lives? This much-anticipated follow-up to the critically-acclaimed and bestselling The Fantasy Bond tackles the complex question of why so many of us are compelled to repeat the pain of our past while avoiding positive experiences that could… Read more »

The Role of Attention in Sustaining a Mindful and Purposeful Lifestyle

Watch Now See slides from the webinar HERE.   Read more about The Gift of Presence

Identity, Belonging, and IntraConnection

In this Webinar:  In this presentation, we’ll examine the notion of “connection” and its correlation with mental health. When we feel disconnected from our inner life, we suffer; when we are disconnected relationally—from people and nature—we can become anxious, depressed, despondent. What is this powerful “connection” actually made of, what is it, and how can… Read more »

Adolescent Mental Health: Creating a Pathway for Healthy Development

In this Webinar:  Explore common mental health struggles faced by adolescents and teens Discuss key neuroscientific factors that impact the developing brain during adolescence Describe the role of attachment in influencing adolescent mental health Explain the concept of separation theory as it helps shape a young person’s emerging sense of identity and self-esteem Illuminate exercises… Read more »

Helping Youth Cope With Perceived Racism, Prejudice and Bias

In this Webinar:    Adolescence is a developmental period where youth explore and begin to understand their identity and racial identity.  However, for many youth, their interpersonal experiences of racism, prejudice and bias can be quite disorienting. In this training, attendees will have the opportunity to reflect on their experiences of working with youth and… Read more »

The Voice of Addiction

In this Webinar:  Understand the sneaky role of a “critical inner voice” in driving addiction Explore the roots of this inner critic and the self-destructive cycle it perpetuates Learn techniques to separate this internal enemy from one’s real point of view Follow steps to identify and challenge this destructive “voice” to live life on your… Read more »

Understanding and Treating Suicide Risk in 2021

Watch the Webinar:  Learn more about CAMS at https://cams-care.com/   Join Dr. Lisa Firestone for the two-part CE webinar “Saving Lives From Suicide,” starting on September 8th. In this Webinar:    Currently in the United States, around 12 million adult Americans are struggling with serious thoughts of suicide. On September 1, in recognition of National… Read more »