 Come out to Ornery Brew Pub in Fairfax, VA on Thursday, July 7th at 5pm to learn more about our NAMIWalks event happening this fall! Here we will help people register for the walk and create their teams, as well as share some unique FUNdraising strategies and techniques.
If you are interested in coming out, or if you can't but would like to talk more about NAMIWalks, email Lee at leeduffyledbetter@nami-nova.org for more information. When: Thursday, July 7th Where: Ornery Brew Pub, 3950 University Dr. #209, Fairfax, VA 22030 Time: 5pm -7pm   NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 8-session education program for family, friends, and significant others of adults with mental health conditions. NAMI Family-to-Family provides information about anxiety, depressive disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. Other topics covered include communication, problem-solving, treatment, and recovery.
The course is designed to increase understanding and advocacy skills while helping participants maintain their own well-being. The program is taught by trained family members who have a loved one with a mental health condition. NAMI Family-to-Family is an evidence-based program (EB). Class Schedule: Wednesdays, July 6th – August 24th Time: 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Location: Virtual (you will receive a Zoom link after your registration is confirmed) Registration: complete this registration form and a facilitator will follow up with you to complete the registration.  Grief can come in many forms and affect us in countless ways: body, mind, and soul. It can be pushed to hidden in parts of our lives we rarely visit or show up in bursts that feel overwhelming. Grief is a human experience and response that deserves and needs tending. This presentation will offer an introduction to helpful vocabulary, myths/misconceptions, mind/body connections and mental health considerations. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore personal perspectives and ask questions in an empathetic and supportive environment.
When: June 27th Time: 7pm - 8:30pm Where: Virtual on YouTube Live Natalie Jensen, a Supervisee in Social Work at Sunstone Counseling, utilizes integrative techniques when working with clients through a strength-based, whole person-centered approach. She has experience working in diverse locations, with a variety of cultural and identity considerations. Natalie specializes in working with adult individuals referencing grief and loss, trauma, PTS, stress management, life transitions, relationship and family dynamics, anxiety, depression, disruption of thoughts, feelings, and emotions. She incorporates aspects of IFS (Internal Family Systems), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), Somatic - mind/body connection, and psychodynamic practices as applicable. As a PESI certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Natalie adheres to compassionate and trauma informed care, supporting personal growth, empowerment, and improved well-being. Natalie is an active member of the NASW (National Association of Social Workers). |
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