Workplace and Clinical Trainings

Practical, evidence-informed training for HR teams, workplace supervisors, employees, and mental health clinicians.

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For Mental Health Professionals

Stress Management and Burnout Prevention: Building Resilience

Identify signs and symptoms of burnout
Apply practical strategies to maintain clinical effectiveness
Create supportive work practices

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The demands of clinical mental health work can be varied and intense. Stress that leads to burnout can negatively impact our ability to work with clients and reduce our effectiveness. Overwhelming stress can also harm our relationship with colleagues. Participants will learn to recognize common signs of stress and burnout, and walk away with practical, realistic strategies to manage stress and build resilience through experiential activities and clinical dialogue. Developing and reinforcing resilience will help to maintain good clinical work with clients while keeping our relationships with colleagues well-balanced.

From Anger to Agency: Clinical Tools for Helping Clients Regulate Emotion

Understand the dynamics of anger
Teach clients a structured anger-monitoring method
Explore evidence-based interventions for assessing and managing maladaptive anger

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Anger is an emotional state that can range from mild irritation to murderous rage. Clinicians have been faced with an increase in their caseload of individuals presenting themselves with anger control problems. This skills-based workshop equips clinicians with practical, evidence-informed strategies to assess and treat maladaptive anger patterns and integrate anger management treatment into their ongoing work with clients. The workshop will use case examples, role plays and experiential activities to illustrate the principles of effective anger management.

Working with Individuals Who Use Drugs: Being Informed without Being an Expert

Understand the importance of using non-stigmatizing language/terms associated with drug use to promote engagement with clients
Apply practical, evidence-informed clinical strategies—such as harm reduction principles, when working with individuals who use drugs.
Learn how the model-drug, set and setting- can be used to assess a client’s relationship with drugs

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This workshop explores practical, compassionate ways mental health clinicians/workers can engage and support people who use drugs. Grounded in harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and anti-stigmatizing practice, it focuses on building trust, meeting clients where they are, and addressing substance use within broader social, medical, and structural contexts. Participants will gain concrete strategies for assessment and engagement that promote dignity, safety, and client-defined goals.

For HR teams, Supervisors and Employees

Stress Management: Finding Your Balance

Identify common workplace stressors and personal warning signs before stress becomes overwhelming.
Learn techniques—such as time management, relaxation, and boundary-setting—to restore balance and boost resilience
Understand how certain habits support long-term mental and physical well-being for total worker health while improving focus, productivity, and job satisfaction

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Stress in the workplace has been increasing over the years for a number of reasons. This workplace-focused training is designed to help employees understand how stress shows up on the job and how it can affect performance, focus, and overall well-being. Participants will explore common workplace stressors, recognize early signs of workplace distress and burnout,
and learn practical strategies to manage stress more effectively during the workday.

Seeing Red Means It's Time for a Change: Navigating Difficult Feelings and Conflict in the Workplace

Identify early emotional warning signs before they escalate into harmful workplace conflict
Understand the function of difficult emotions and how they signal unmet needs, unclear expectations, or boundary issues
Apply practical communication and self-regulation strategies to navigate workplace tension productively

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An engaging workshop designed to help employees better understand and manage strong emotions at work. Participants will learn how feelings like anger, frustration, and resentment can signal that workplace concerns need attention or change. Through interactive discussions and practical exercises, the session provides tools for individuals to monitor their feelings and apply skills that make feelings less intense. Employees will explore strategies for setting healthy boundaries and maintaining professionalism during difficult conversations. By the end of the workshop, participants will achieve more confidence in handling challenging workplace situations.

Responding to Anger and Other Difficult Feelings in the Workplace: A Guide for Managers

Recognize signs of employee distress, anger, and emotional dysregulation in workplace settings
Distinguish between healthy expression of concern and behaviors that require intervention
Use structured, supportive conversation frameworks to address emotionally charged situations

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The workshop is practical and skills-based and is designed to help managers and supervisors effectively navigate strong emotions within their teams. Individuals will gain insight into the underlying causes of workplace anger, frustration, and disengagement, and learn how to respond assertively rather than avoiding or escalating the situation. Through real-world scenarios and guided discussion, participants will practice active listening and constructive feedback strategies. The workshop also focuses on creating environments where difficult conversations can occur productively. By the end of the session, managers will better address emotional challenges in ways that strengthen trust, accountability, and team performance.

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Who is this for?

The trainings are designed for:

Mental health clinicians and behavioral health professionals
Workplace teams seeking to improve communication, resilience, and emotional intelligence
Managers and organizational leaders navigating employee stress and conflict

Each training is tailored to the specific needs of the agency or organization, whether those needs belong to individuals in mental health practices, employees, or workplace managers. Content can be adapted for both specialized clinical audiences and broader workplace teams.

What is the structure of the trainings?

Group Size:
Trainings can accommodate a range of group sizes, though they are most effective with 15-20 participants, which allows for meaningful interaction and diverse discussion.

Format:

Available virtually or in person
Half-day, full-day, or customized multi-session formats

Structure of the Session:

Training is interactive and skills-based. Each session typically includes:

Evidence-informed teaching segments
Case examples and real-world applications
Guided reflection exercises
Small-group discussion or breakout rooms
Experiential activities and role-play practice (when appropriate)
Time for Q & A

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“Joe is an outstanding trainer and presenter who consistently delivers clear, thorough, and engaging sessions.”

Cindy Gordon, MSW, LICSW

Boston College Graduate School of Social Work Faculty Advisor and RIZE Project Coordinator

“His workshops are engaging, informative, and welcoming to providers from many different backgrounds. They have been extremely popular and well-received. I would highly recommend Joe has a presenter”

Barbara Burka, LICSW (she/her)

Director of Clinical Practice / Director of Therapy Matcher National Association of Social Workers - MA Chapter

“Joe’s expertise in topics like anger management and substance use disorder, paired with his flexibility in tailoring materials and clear communication with planners, makes him a reliable and engaging presenter who receives excellent feedback from attendees time and time again.”

Haley Riley, MSW, LCSW (she/her)

Training Service Coordinator, Children's Trust

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Workplace and Clinical Trainings

Practical, evidence-informed training for HR teams, workplace supervisors, employees, and mental health clinicians.

Trainings

For Mental Health Professionals

Stress Management and Burnout Prevention: Building Resilience

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From Anger to Agency: Clinical Tools for Helping Clients Regulate Emotion

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Working with Individuals Who Use Drugs: Being Informed without Being an Expert

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For HR teams, Supervisors and Employees

Stress Management: Finding Your Balance

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Seeing Red Means It's Time for a Change: Navigating Difficult Feelings and Conflict in the Workplace

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Responding to Anger and Other Difficult Feelings in the Workplace: A Guide for Managers

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