Past Events

In this seminar, we will explore how we can support children and teens by identifying and securing effective treatment for depression. There is no cost to attend.

The Modular Approach to Therapy for Children with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, or Conduct Problems (MATCH), is an evidence-based counseling program for children and teenagers, ages 6-15, and their families. Unlike most specific counseling programs, which focus on a single problem (e.g., anxiety only), MATCH is designed for multiple problems related to anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and disruptive conduct, including conduct problems associated with ADHD. The MATCH program can give children and families a specific set of scientifically proven tools to help manage these problems that come up at home, at school, or with friends. Therapists who use MATCH have specialized strategies to customize each treatment to each family.

In this seminar, we explore how we can support children as they transition back to school and provide information on how to detect school refusal, how to address it, and what treatments have been proven to work in managing this tricky problem area.

Join us as we explore key findings and recommendations from The Baker Center's new report, Mental Health and Schools: Best Practices to Support Our Students, discuss how to support our students in the "new normal", and explore the important role of schools in addressing children's mental health needs.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought forth a great amount of uncertainty and stress, with tremendous effects on the mental health of diverse young people and families. These effects have undoubtedly highlighted the importance of relationships on mental health within families, communities, or societies, depending on one’s background or stage in development. In this presentation, we will examine the varied experiences across various subgroups, explore other significant risk and protective factors from a developmental and relational framework, and to consider next steps in efforts for the assessment and treatment of young people during the pandemic.