“Help!  The children are destroying the house.” (A quick look into behavior management for foster parents) Bio: Katorah Garrett has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and over 13 years […]

This training will discuss calming techniques when parenting a highly sensitive child. It will also give parents tips on how to identify their child’s emotional triggers.” Presented by: Natasha Hope-Moriaty, […]

Learn how toxic stress and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) impact health and outcomes. Discuss trauma and disproportionality.  Understand how trauma affects children, adults, caregivers, and child welfare professionals. Discuss practical strategies for […]

“One hundred and thirty-six days. According to the CDC, children ages 11-14 spend an average of 9 hours a day in front of a screen. That totals to 136 days […]

This presentation outlines the signs of and prevalence of trafficked youth. Presented by: Molly Abrokwah,  Amerigroup

Having a healthy identity is critical for children and young adults in their overall growth and development, it is even more important for adoptees. Identity formation for adoptees is a complex […]

Learn more about anxiety in children and teens from signs, symptoms and defining the various types. Participants will discuss treatment modalities and the impact of anxiety on children. Resources will […]

It can be stressful to be a teenager in today's society.  Young people are facing pressures from social media, peer influence, identity development, mental health challenges, and more. Join this session […]

The training "Best Practices When Advocating for Youth Facing School Discipline" addresses the disproportionate impact of disciplinary actions on youth in foster care, who historically face 3-4 times as many […]