Cognitive Behavioural Techniques (CBT) in Social Services

This workshop serves as an introduction to evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Techniques (CBT) applicable in various community-based social service settings. Participants will gain insight into how thoughts influence behaviour and how cognitive-behavioural interventions can be powerful tools for helping clients address issues such as addiction, depression, and anxiety. Through active learning, case examples, and role play, […]

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Understanding and Supporting Psychosis

Chris Rouse

This comprehensive workshop for community mental health and social service workers provides an in-depth exploration of psychosis, focusing on its symptoms, causes, and treatment options. Participants will learn evidence-based strategies to support individuals experiencing psychosis in social service settings. Through interactive discussions and case studies, participants will enhance their ability to assess, support, and intervene

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Advanced Harm Reduction

Chris Rouse

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of harm reduction as a person-centred, trauma-informed philosophy and practical framework for supporting individuals who use substances within shelter, supportive housing, and outreach settings. Participants will examine how harm reduction promotes dignity, safety, autonomy, and inclusion while aligning with Toronto Shelter Standards and supportive housing requirements. Through interactive discussions,

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Introduction to Substance Use and Addictions

Chris Rouse

This workshop provides social service professionals with a foundational understanding of substance use and addiction, with a focus on current issues and trends affecting individuals and communities. Participants will explore the complex nature of substance use, the impact of addiction on physical and mental health, and the broader social determinants influencing addiction patterns. The workshop

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Trauma and Substance Use (Formerly Seeking Safety)

Chris Rouse

This workshop offers an in-depth exploration of the Seeking Safety model, a highly effective and evidence-based approach for the concurrent treatment of trauma and substance use. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the model’s core principles—safety, integrated treatment, and empowerment—and learn how to apply them in diverse clinical settings. The workshop provides practical tools

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Advanced Mental Health: Exploring an Intersectional Approach to Mental Healthcare

Chris Rouse

This workshop explores the concept of mental health, wellness, and illness through a person-centred intersectional lens. By focusing on the experiences of equity-seeking groups, the session examines the historical and current challenges these communities face, considering the etiology of mental health concerns from a social determinants of health perspective. Participants will learn how social identities

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Trauma-Sensitive Practice

Tracy Murdoch

This workshop provides an in-depth exploration of trauma-sensitive practices and how they can be effectively applied in various settings, with a focus on understanding the psychological, emotional, and physical impacts of trauma on individuals. Key components of the workshop include the impacts on individuals and the community, and the importance of creating environments that promote

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Introduction to Case Management

Tracy Murdoch

Case management plays a vital role in the helping professions, ensuring that service users receive the necessary services and access to the right resources to meet their unique needs and overcome challenges. This training workshop is designed to equip people who work in the social services sector with essential skills and knowledge to effectively support

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Cognitive Behavioural Techniques

Tracy Murdoch

This training workshop serves as an introduction to evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Techniques (CBT) applicable in various community-based social service settings. Participants will gain insight into how thoughts influence behaviour and how cognitive-behavioural interventions can be powerful tools for helping clients address issues such as addiction, depression, and anxiety. Through active learning, case examples, and role

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Understanding Hoarding: Theory, Trauma, Assessment (PART I)

Tracy Murdoch

This full-day training workshop will provide housing, shelter, drop-in, and mental health workers with a practical guide to understanding and working with individuals who struggle with hoarding, discarding and acquiring items. The workshop will explore the definition of hoarding disorder (as outlined in the DSM-5), co-morbitities related to mental health, trauma and attachment, age of

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Mental Health Workers