Training
I believe it is important for people to have the skills and tools they need to feel successful in their professional and personal lives. As a national conference speaker and educator, I have trained teams and community members in a variety of industries.
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What to expect:​
Content that aligns with industry best-practices
Customized material for the audience and setting
Interactive format
Scenario-based learning for skills practice
Safe space to explore challenging topics
In-person and virtual options
My clients include King County Library System, WA State Bar Association, Catholic Community Services of Washington, Capitol Hill Housing, Northwest Regional Primary Care Association, WA State Society of Medical Assistants, Highline College, Public Library Association, and Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce.
Courses
Foundations of Mental Health & Mental Illness
Mental health and illness affect us all – at home, work, and in the community. This training reviews common mental disorders, signs of illness, and effective support strategies for those who may be struggling.
Responding to Hostility
This training provides strategies for responding to hostile behavior safely and effectively. Techniques can be applied to professional and personal settings. Scenario-based learning will be customized for the participants' context.
Trauma-Informed Practice
This training explores the impact of trauma on individuals and communities. Learn to recognize and respond to signs of trauma, gain understanding of Trauma-Informed principles, and develop self-care strategies.
Customized Training
Collaborate with me to develop a training that meets your community's unique needs. Content and delivery will be tailored accordingly. I am also available to create content for eLearning courses.
What My Clients Say
Library staff, King County Library System
"[Foundations of Mental Health] is the most helpful training I've every taken for my work at a public library".
“[Trauma-Informed Practice] was the most high-quality [session] I have ever attended. [Melissa] was well-prepared and highly qualified. She helped us work through serious materials in a caring and thoughtful way…I feel well-trained enough to begin conversations [about this] with my staff.”