OCD manifests differently in different people – and involves much more than anxiety about germs or compulsions to clean. This one-hour webinar provides an accessible guide to understanding this often-misunderstood diagnosis, including symptoms of OCD, co-occurring disorders, and treatment options. Learn practical tips for managing symptoms and helping others with a licensed therapist. Event sponsored by […]
Personality describes everything about you, and personality disorders can be challenging to manage. In addition to dealing with the illness itself, people often struggle with the myths and stigma surrounding personality disorders. Explore the categories of personality disorders, their symptoms, causes & risk factors with a licensed therapist. Discuss evidence-based treatment and learn practical tips for […]
Diagnosing mental illness isn't like diagnosing other chronic diseases. Are mental health disorders best understood as physical illnesses that affect the brain? Or do these disorders belong in a category all their own? Explore the causes, treatment, and prevention of mental illness and separate myths & facts in this often-misunderstood topic. Event sponsored by United Way of […]
Sign up for our most recent virtual emergency preparedness workshop replay as a first step or refresher for your family in uncertain times!
This is an ongoing open space for those dealing with mental health issues themselves, those who have loved ones dealing with them, practitioners/advocates, those who want to learn more or impart their understanding about mental health in general or specific conditions, and everyone in between. Our meetings usually draw around 5-10 people per event on […]
Welcome to our live online event focused on safety and crisis prevention, intervention, and response! Join us for informative sessions, engaging discussions, and practical tips on handling various mental and emotional health emergencies. Whether you're a professional in the field, caregiver to a person with severe needs, or simply interested in learning more, this event is perfect for anyone looking […]
Adjustment disorders are common psychological conditions triggered by major life changes or stressful events. Symptoms can include anxiety, depressed mood, changes in a person’s behavior and emotions, or a combination of these. Explore the risk factors, causation, and treatment of adjustment disorders with a licensed therapist and learn practical tips to manage symptoms in this one-hour seminar […]
While these terms are often used interchangeably, mental health and mental illness are not the same -- and this misunderstanding can cause us to overlook the signs that someone needs help. This one-hour seminar provides an accessible guide to understanding what mental health is, the categories of mental illness, and how they’re treated. Event sponsored by […]
Maintaining a balance between caring for loved ones and setting healthy boundaries for yourself can be challenging. Learn how to express your own needs without guilt, strike a healthy balance between caregiving and self-care, and tips for negotiating compromises with a licensed therapist. Event sponsored by United Way of Central Iowa. Fine print: Certificates of attendance are […]
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA, 2018), "Among the 42.1 million adults with mental illness, 18.2% also had substance use disorders." In other words, if you have a caseload of 25 clients, you would have about 4 clients with undiagnosed or diagnosed substance use problems. The aim of the workshop is to […]
Take an active role in your healing among the comfort of others. If you or someone you know are suffering with grief, sign up for our counseling sessions Monday evenings 6p-8p.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there. NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a […]
