Many children have times when they are sad or down. Occasional sadness is a normal part of growing up. However, if children are sad, irritable, or no longer enjoy things, and this occurs day after day, it may be a sign that they are suffering from major depressive disorder, commonly known as depression. Some people […]

Parenting a teenager can feel like you're trying to understand someone you have never met before! It's completely normal to worry about whether you're connecting in a meaningful way or if communication seems impossible. But here's the good news—just by wanting to connect with your teen, you're already making amazing progress! In this fun and […]

Oppositional Defiance Disorder, or ODD. What separates an ODD diagnosis from the average child/teenager exhibiting defiant behaviors? Learn more about ODD, its symptoms and behaviors associated with it—as well as coping skills and strategies for parents. Presented by: Natasha Hope-Moriarty, LMSW

Are you ready to assist your child in gaining an early advantage and establishing the foundation for the life they envision? Excited about the upcoming chapters in life but uncertain about how to guide your child toward their goals? Look no further – you've found the right resource! By embracing a proactive stance rather than […]

Child serving professionals and volunteers may suspect child abuse or have a child disclose abuse to them through their work with children. Learn how to recognize factors associated with abuse and neglect prevention, understand how the laws around mandated reporting affect you, and learn the process for handling a disclosure of abuse. Presented by: Kathyrn […]

This training examines the stages of grief as experienced by children in care. Participants will also be given information on how to identify grief in their children and how grief manifests in behavioral symptoms.  Presented by: Natasha Moriarty, LMSW