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 […]
Presented By: Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE) Your voice makes a difference! By working together, we can help prevent both gun-related suicides and homicides among our youth. Please join the League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford (LWVGR), Rockford Area Moms Demand Action (RAMDA), and the Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE) as we build upon […]
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, […]
Are you interested in joining as a partner? The Youth Mental Health System of Care Coalition meets the second Wednesday of the month at Comprehensive Community Solutions (CCS) Conference Room – 3rd Floor 917 S. Main Street Rockford, IL 61101 from 9-10:30am.
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 […]
Connect with other providers, share resources, and build collaboration among youth-serving mental health professionals. The Youth Mental Health Mixer is a formal, yet intentionally informal, networking event designed for therapists, counselors, social workers, case managers, and other professionals serving youth in our community. This gathering provides a relaxed and welcoming space for providers to mix […]
Come celebrate the Semiquincentennial of the United States of America with Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum! What to expect? ~ Delicious treats! ~ Live Music from Trinadora! ~ Explore the historic gardens & Cottage! ~ Family-friendly games, activities, and more! A heartfelt thanks to our amazing food vendors and community partners for making this celebration possible! […]
From Rockford to the World – Celebrate Our Latin Roots July 19 | Sinnissippi Park Music Shell | 2-8 pm This event includes a special fiesta celebration for our Colombian community, as Colombia celebrates its Independence Day on July 20. We are excited to present Latin tropical sounds by a local known DJ and two […]
