More Than a Meme: Increasing Communication with Adolescents and Teens in a Meaningful Way to Assess Risk and Suicidal Behaviors
Information
Date & Time
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Location
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Redemption Church
75 Commercial Drive
Crossville, TN 38555
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
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Discuss the prevalence of suicide and suicidal thoughts in adolescents and teens.
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Identify the signs and symptoms of suicide for which it is necessary to take immediate action.
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Identify and describe 3 interventions that can be used with teens to increase communication and decrease risk of suicide and suicidal thoughts.
Educational Goal
The educational goal of this workshop is to increase knowledge about the prevalence of suicidal thoughts and actions in adolescents and teens, to gain skills in communicating with this population, and to gain an understanding of the screening tools available.
Description
This workshop discusses the prevalence of suicide in adolescents and teens, as well as signs and symptoms caregivers and professionals need to be aware of. We will focus on building communication with individuals in this age group and developing meaningful rapport to increase trust. This workshop will also discuss tools professionals can use to screen for suicidal thoughts and how caregivers can utilize the same tools at home.
Target Audience
- Counselor
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Psychologist
- Social Worker
- Substance Use Disorder Professionals
Presenters
Julia is an experienced clinician and leader with a notable history of working in acute hospitalization, private practice, and residential psychiatric settings. As a clinician, Julia has worked as an individual and couples therapist as well as a family therapist. Julia joined Pasadena Villa in 2016 and has remained dedicated to the treatment of clients with co-occurring diagnoses, complex presentations, and those with diagnoses of severe and persistent mental health illnesses. Throughout her work in residential care, Julia has demonstrated significant success building rapport with individuals who present with treatment-resistant psychosis while also incorporating psychoeducation for families that has allowed for increased understanding and reunification. Julia is skilled in a variety of therapeutic interventions including DBT, CBT including TF-CBT, EMDR, LEAP, and Bowenian Family Therapy. Prior to her role as Executive Director of Pasadena Villa, Julia held the positions of Director of Outpatient Services as well as Program Director. As a leader, Julia has implemented programmatic changes that have impacted client care with positive outcomes as well as offered care-focused training that have led to increased staff productivity and satisfaction. Julia has a passion for offering client-centered care in all she does and strives to create an environment that promotes healing and respect. Julia prides herself on a personal dedication to constant individual growth and understanding and has spearheaded training in the residential and outpatient system that includes Safe Zone LGBTQ+ education training.