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National Suicide Prevention Week – What You Can Do to Save a Life

…and help save lives: Take a moment to learn about suicide risk factors and warning signs. To further spread awareness, click the “share” icon on the top right of these pages to post to your social media accounts. Attend Webinars on suicide prevention. See upcoming Webinars here Watch video interviews with suicide attempt survivors and learn how you can help save a life. Down load this “Save a Life Brochure” (English and Spanish) Learn more about s…

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PsychAlive Event Calendar

…here Sep. 10 Understanding and Preventing Suicide Free Webinar Presenter: Dr. Lisa Firestone 11am – 12pm PST Learn more or register here Sep. 11 Cottage Hospital Grand Rounds Suicide: What Mental Health Professionals Need to Know Santa Barbara, CA Learn more here Sep. 12 Help Save a Life: Suicide Prevention Response CSU Channel Islands Suicide Prevention Week Channel Islands, CA Learn more here Sep. 17 Suicide: What Every Professional Should Know…

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How Trauma Is Impacting Our Culture and What We Can Do to Help

…person to help. Fortunately, treatment is both available and effective. It can lead to increased resilience, emotional growth, and can even save a life. Need help? In the U.S., call 1-800-273-8255 for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. —Join Dr. Firestone and Dr. Courtois for the Sept. 24 CE Webinar, “Complex Forms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder” or the Sept. 10 free webinar for the public, “Understanding Trauma, from ‘Simple’ to ‘Comple…

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Protected: Suicide Therapies That Work: RTI Presentation with Dr. Lisa Firestone

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Madeline Sharples, Leaving the Hall Light On

Does the Stigma of Mental Illness Still Exist? By Madeline Sharples

…who are self-medicating, and the one I am most familiar with, the risk of suicide. Since my son died by suicide as a result of his bipolar disorder, my mission has been to erase the stigma of mental illness and to discuss mental illness and suicide openly and often. Only then can we hope to save some lives. 1Mayo Clinic staff, “Mental Health: Overcoming the Stigma of Mental Illness: False Beliefs About Mental Illness Can Cause Significant Problem…

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Why Domestic Violence Occurs and How to Stop It

…kills to avoid turning to violence. If you or a loved one is in trouble, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline -1-800-799-SAFE (7233). On Nov. 12, you can attend a free Webinar with Dr. Lisa Firestone, featuring violence expert Dr. James Gilligan on “Why Does Violence Occur and How Can We Prevent It?” Learn more or register here  …

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Making Sense of Trauma

…rienced were severe and/or intense emotions from the past are aroused in a person’s current life. As a person moves through the steps of facing trauma, there are five important tools they can utilize that can help them to create a coherent narrative and have feeling for themselves in the process. 1. Reflect – While it may feel scary, the first step to making sense of your story is reflecting on events that happened to you. It may help to look at a…

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Voice Therapy: Helping Clients Overcome Their Inner Critic – Online Workshop

…althy relationships, self-esteem, and career success. This CE Webinar with Dr. Lisa Firestone will provide participants with an overview of Voice Therapy and how they can incorporate it into their practice. Dr. Firestone will explain Separation Theory, a theoretical approach that helps clients understand the developmental roots of their inner critic. In addition to gaining insight into where their inner critic comes from, participants will discove…

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The Emotional Side of Trauma

…from trauma, I don’t want to add any extra pre-qualifiers for them to get help. If your coping skills are no longer working in your life today, we are here to help. Need support? If you experience symptoms of trauma or have experienced any kind of trauma in your life — whether complex, single-incident, or not-yet-sure — a trauma-informed therapist can help. If you’re a potential new client, please contact/email me for care. Resources: How to Heal…

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Understanding & Preventing Suicide

…m experts in suicide prevention and treatment. The film includes a directory of resources on suicide prevention and information regarding publications by the experts featured in the program, including Dr. Lisa Firestone , Dr. Robert Firestone & Dr. David Jobes. Format: Instant Streaming or DVD Instant Streaming Rent $5.95 | Purchase $14.95 Buy Now Purchase DVD $29.00 Buy Now…

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