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October
Wed 21
Teen Suicide and Self-Harm: Practical Tips for Youth Ministers and Staff
Learn about the roles of faith leaders in suicide prevention in adolescents during this joint program between HHCI and The Menninger Clinic. In this presentation, participants will learn about the role of faith leaders in suicide prevention in adolescents. Why an adolescent might become suicidal, as well as, how to respond to adolescents expressing suicidal thoughts will be discussed. Participants will learn how to effectively assess adolescents for suicidal risk, how to intervene, and work with parents to establish safety…
Find out more »Thu 22
The Pointer Study: Evaluating Risk for Cognitive Decline in United States
Learn about The Alzheimer's Association U.S. Study to Protect Brain Health Through Lifestyle Intervention to Reduce Risk (U.S. POINTER). The Alzheimer's Association U.S. Study to Protect Brain Health Through Lifestyle Intervention to Reduce Risk (U.S. POINTER) is a two-year clinical trial to evaluate whether lifestyle interventions that simultaneously target many risk factors protect cognitive function in older adults who are at increased risk for cognitive decline. U.S. POINTER is the first such study to be conducted in a large group…
Find out more »Thu 22
Gateway to Hope™ Monthly Call: Transform Q&A
For more information, please contact gatewaytohope@mentalhealthgateway.org
Find out more »Thu 22
Community Dialogues: What are the Ethical and Practical Implications of Pharmacogenomics?
Community Dialogues provide the opportunity for a group of 12 to 15 individuals to discuss current bioethics issues in an online group setting led by a trained facilitator. If you are interested in learning about a new area of medical innovation and discussing the ethical and practical implications, the Community Dialogue on Pharmacogenetics will be held from 2:00 to 5:00 PM on six consecutive Thursdays, beginning on October 15, 2020. The groups meet for a total of six weeks, with…
Find out more »Mon 26
The SAVVY Caregiver Class
Caregiving, especially for someone dealing with dementia, is often a new role and requires special skills and knowledge. The Savvy Caregiver Class, presented through The Amazing Place, is an innovative, free, program for understanding the changes your loved one is experiencing throughout the disease’s progression. During the six-week, two-hour class sessions, we help caregivers understand dementia, its effects on behavior, and provide personalized strategies for caregiving and related decision-making. Research has demonstrated caregivers who participated in this program improve their…
Find out more »Mon 26
Mindfulness Group – Registration Closed
Join us for a weekly virtual mindfulness group in October. The group meets each Monday from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM. Registration for this group is currently closed. Subscribe to our email list to stay informed on the latest groups at the HHCI. Mindfulness focuses on staying in the present moment and relating to one’s thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations in a nonjudgmental manner. Mindfulness has been shown to be beneficial in reducing feelings of stress and depression, as well as improving…
Find out more »Wed 28
Behavioral Modification Approaches for Autism
NOTE: To receive CEU Credits, attendee must be practicing in Texas. This does not apply if you are not seeking CEU Credits. The following CEU event is geared towards Mental Health Professionals: This workshop will focus on the application of behavioral modification approaches to the neurodevelopmental disorder autism. There will be a brief review of the history, fundamental concepts, and the development of different types of approaches. We will review both assessment and treatment issues, providers, settings, and the level…
Find out more »November
Wed 4
Raising Children to Care for Their Mind, Build Resilience & Manage Stress
Learn strategies for helping your children cope with stress and manage their emotions in a healthy way and more, with Dr. Kristi Wolfe. This has been an interesting year, to say the least! Our kids have been asked to deal with so many changes, disruptions, and uncertainties in their lives. We all want to make sure they are able to maintain their mental health through these types of stressful situations, but it can be difficult to know exactly how to…
Find out more »Tue 10
Monthly Grief Support Group
Join us for a virtual monthly grief support group. The group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. For more information:
Find out more »Wed 11
Facing Dual Diagnosis: Healing for Addiction and Mental Illness
Learn about the relationship between addiction and mental illness as well as treatment options, with Dr. Crystal Collier. Q&A to follow. The relationship between mental illness and addiction is complex. This presentation will describe this relationship and the implications for treatment. Families will have the opportunity to learn about the powerful role they play in treatment and recovery, and ample time to ask questions. Come join us for this free webinar from the Hope and Healing Center & Institute. Register…
Find out more »Wed 18
A Brief Introduction to Radically Open DBT
NOTE: To receive CEU Credits, attendee must be practicing in Texas. This does not apply if you are not seeking CEU Credits. The following CEU event is geared towards Mental Health Professionals: Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO DBT) is an evidenced based treatment that is effective for disorders of overcontrol, such as treatment resistant depression, anorexia, chronic anxiety, avoidant personality disorder, and OCPD. This presentation will provide a brief introduction to the theoretical basis and the structure of the…
Find out more »Wed 25
HHCI OFFICES CLOSED
In observance of the Thanksgiving, the HHCI offices will close on Wednesday, November 25 at 12:00 pm. Offices will open back up on Monday, November 30 at 8 am.
Find out more »December
Tue 1
EMPOWERing Communities: Mental Health Awareness Workshop
Develop your mental health understanding and awareness with this free mental health training and understanding workshop. Join us either virtually or in-person* for an insightful evening on mental health education and awareness. Individuals and families will learn techniques for identifying mental illness, developing safe and effective situational responses, and building a network to quickly connect those in distress with professional care. Come join us for this free presentation at the Hope and Healing Center & Institute. Register today for login…
Find out more »Wed 2
Understanding Antisocial Personality Disorder
Learn about Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) and the causes, symptoms, and available treatments for it, with Dr. Matthew Stanford. Manipulative? Disregard for rules and laws? Lacks remorse or guilt? These are all classic signs of Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD). Do you know of someone who is deceitful, reckless, and doesn’t care about the feelings of others? Are they impulsive, irresponsible, and involved in criminal behavior? ASPD causes problems in many areas of an individual’s life, such as relationships, work, and…
Find out more »Thu 3
The Ombudsman Program: Protecting Loved Ones in Long-term Care
Learn about how Harris County Ombudsman’s Office can partner with you in protecting your loved ones in long-term care, with Greg Shelley. Have you been perturbed by some of the reports about senior care facilities in the time of the coronavirus pandemic? Would you like to learn more about how to protect your loved ones? Join us for a webinar that discusses some of the problems in long-term care and how the Harris County Ombudsman’s Office addresses them, given by…
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