Learn from 10 leading experts, accrue up to 10 CE credits, and help bridge the gap in access to mental health services. All from just $25. Topics include ethical AI integration, clinician well-being, crisis intervention, human trafficking response, ethical practice, self-awareness for clinicians, and more. The 2026 Bridging the Gap Virtual Summit will be delivered […]
Training Synopsis: This interactive professional development workshop equips participants with knowledge and practical skills to foster safer, more inclusive environments for LGBTQ+ youth and communities. Through reflection, discussion, and applied activities, participants will explore identity, inclusive language, allyship practices, and strategies for creating cultures of belonging within their organizations and systems of care. Participants who […]
Mental Health in the LGBTQ+ Community Thursday, Jun 25 | 12 PM | Zoom (Rescheduled from Thursday, May 7 | 12 PM) Lien Vu, Cultural Excellence & Belonging Specialist, Anthropology Adjunct Instructor, Rock Valley College Mental health care isn’t one-size-fits-all, and the LGBTQ+ community faces unique challenges that deserve our attention and care. During this webinar, […]
Event Details Presenter: Devon LaRosa & Kierra Pickens Event Date: 06-30-2026 9:00 AM Event End Date: 06-30-2026 4:00 PM Cutoff Date: 06-24-2026 12:00 PM Capacity: 500 Individual Price: $150.00 Contact Hours: 6 Credit Options: Professional Development Hours, CEU Location: Prairie Street Brewing Co. We are excited to announce that Professor/International Speaker and Equity Warrior, Dr. Gholdy Muhammad, will be our opening-note speaker for this […]
NAMI - Northern Illinois Thursday, July 2 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT | Zoom Cody Berillo, LCSW, Grief Coach, Four Corners Wellness Navigating grief can feel isolating, but you don’t have to walk that path alone. During this session, Cody will share her holistic approach to “companioning” the bereaved, which gently honors the physical, mental, emotional, […]
Distinguish Complex Cases, Minimize Misdiagnosis, and Create Symptom-Based Treatment Plans Presented by George Haarman, PsyD, LMFT Mental health symptoms rarely fit neatly into boxes. Even the most experienced clinicians can get tripped up when a client has overlapping symptoms, co-occurring conditions, or complex life stressors. Anxiety looks like ADHD. Bipolar disorder gets confused with borderline […]
Stewards of Children® (In-Person Training with Physical Workbooks Only) The University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford's MERIT Program is excited to offer Darkness to Light's Stewards of Children training. Darkness to Light is dedicated to empowering adults with the knowledge and tools to prevent child sexual abuse through education, awareness, and stigma reduction. The Stewards of Children® program, facilitated […]
Each day, participants will attend a series of four in-person sessions presented by subject matter experts. Topics will include domestic violence, teen dating violence in students with disabilities, sextortion and generative AI, restorative practices, addressing trauma at the elementary level, teen strangulation, and human trafficking. Participants will have the ability to engage with interactive self-care […]
Description Eating Disorders are often conceptualized through the lens of body image, yet many clients continue to struggle despite improvements in body satisfaction and cognitive insight. This presentation introduces the concept of embodiment, explores how trauma and eating disorders disrupt interoception and the experience of living in one’s body, and examines the neurobiological role of […]
Stewards of Children® (In-Person Training with Physical Workbooks Only) The University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford's MERIT Program is excited to offer Darkness to Light's Stewards of Children training. Darkness to Light is dedicated to empowering adults with the knowledge and tools to prevent child sexual abuse through education, awareness, and stigma reduction. The Stewards of Children® program, facilitated […]
WCHD & ICOY Virtual Event: Impact of Trauma Training Description: During this session, participants will dive into understanding the profound impact of trauma on youth and clients. Together we will unpack trauma responses, providing a comprehensive understanding of their manifestations, including Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), brain development insights, and common childhood trauma responses and behaviors. […]
🧠 The mental health of our students starts with the well-being of the educators who serve them every day. The State of the Mind Institute is proud to present the Mental Health Educator Summit—a two-day experience designed to equip educators with practical tools, evidence-informed strategies, and meaningful connections that strengthen schools and transform communities. 📅 […]
