Faith Community Wellness Roundtable

What has gone well in 2024 and what should we focus on in 2025? 

Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. 

The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including ADHD), and eating disorders. 

The Mental Health Association of Fauquier County is pleased to offer this training at no cost to members of your organization. This training can be completed in one 6-hour in-person session, with 2 hours of online pre-work. 

Register here: https://forms.gle/8fb2mkmrFzmde2Ca9 

Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. 

The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including ADHD), and eating disorders. 

The Mental Health Association of Fauquier County is pleased to offer this training at no cost to members of your organization. This training can be completed in one 6-hour in-person session, with 2 hours of online pre-work. 

Register here: https://bit.ly/4fFKhjo

Adult Mental Health First Aid teaches people how to recognize signs of mental health or substance use challenges in adults ages 18 and older, how to offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person toward appropriate care if necessary. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis, and addictions. 

The course covers: 

• Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges. 

• Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges. 

• How to interact with a person in crisis. 

• How to connect a person with help.

• Expanded content on trauma, substance use, and self-care.

The Mental Health Association of Fauquier County is pleased to offer this training at no cost to members of the community. This training can be completed in one 6-hour in-person session, with 2 hours of online pre-work required. 

Register here: https://bit.ly/3ZMmkRG

Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, Stephanie Ramirez, will bring the topic of therapeutic horticulture, in this enjoyable, interactive session. To broaden your clinical toolkit, Stephanie will demonstrate the impactful use of nature and highlight how adaptable it is for assisting clients in reaching their goals. Therapeutic horticulture can be useful for reaching clinical objectives, vocational objectives, or overall wellness. 

Stephanie’s presentation will highlight how therapeutic horticulture and internal family systems theoretical approaches work well together. She will provide real examples of how horticulture can be used in professional settings, as well as at home. Join us for the learning adventure!

Register here: https://bit.ly/LunchLearnMarch13

Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. 

The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including ADHD), and eating disorders. 

The Mental Health Association of Fauquier County is pleased to offer this training at no cost to members of your organization. This training can be completed in one 6-hour in-person session, with 2 hours of online pre-work. 

Register here: https://bit.ly/41TDyPI