Self-injury Awareness Day (SIAD) (also known as Self-Harm Awareness Day) is a grassroots annual global awareness event / campaign on March 1,where on this day, and in the weeks leading up to it and after, some people choose to be more open about their own self-harm, and awareness organizations make special efforts to raise awareness about self-harm and self-injury. Some people wear an orange awareness […]
This activity provides participants all the materials and instructions to create their own “Seasons of Me” art piece. Participants will be guided through discussion prompts and personal reflection, then add words and/or statements to their piece that highlights what they enjoy about each season and celebrates the positive things that change can bring. Through this […]
World Teen Mental Wellness Day is observed across the globe on March 2 every year. It is a day that aims to raise awareness about the mental health issues that teenagers deal with. This Day is about making efforts to educate everyone and destigmatize something that is becoming increasingly common. There are informational and helpful […]
Today's Topic ~ “I’m not over it yet”: “Why Am I Not Over This Yet?” We have a new teen forum, Cultivating Resiliency with Jordyn Russo! What is it? Cultivating resilience in the face of all life’s challenges is a proactive way of dealing with the unexpected & disappointments & successes in life, including how […]
Come and listen to Dr. Kim Dwyer with Dwyer Psychological Services speak on mindfulness and stress. This one hour presentation will introduce participants to the concept of mindfulness. We will begin with examining the stress response and how anxiety impacts our brain, our bodies, and our behavior, manifesting through sympathetic nervous system (SNS) arousal. After […]
The Body Keeps The Score: Brain, Mind and Body in The Healing of Trauma Educational support group combined with book club This book by Bessel van der Kolk, MD provides a scientific background for understanding how children and adults adapt to traumatic experiences. This book translates findings from neuroscience and attachment research to explore a […]
This is a virtual and confidential conversation just for Teens. Eating Disorders have many roots and origins, one of which is trauma. Over 60% of patients in eating disorder treatment have experienced some form of a traumatic event. Come join us for an informative presentation in order to better understand the relationship between trauma and […]
This year's official theme is “Break the Bias,” and the whole month is dedicated to honoring women, shining a light on their current societal contributions and celebrating the many important roles women have played throughout American history.
Join dogs from Go Team Dogs at the Center to Practice your reading. For students who prefer picture books or who would like to read along. Read along as a group~ 3pm-3:30pm Independent Reading ~ 3:30pm – 4pm. NOT A DROP OFF EVENT
This class is virtual. Mindfulness can be applied to many areas of our lives. We get the same benefits as sitting still and meditating as when we do focused, repetitious activities. Chopping vegetables, listening to music, coloring or drawing can calm our minds, slow our heart rates, and restore oxygen-rich blood to our organs when […]
This is a virtual and confidential presentation just for parents with our guest speakers from Eating Disorder Cares. Eating Disorders have many roots and origins, one of which is trauma. Over 60% of patients in eating disorder treatment have experienced some form of a traumatic event. Come join us for an informative presentation in order […]
What is it? Cultivating resilience in the face of all life’s challenges is a proactive way of dealing with the unexpected & disappointments & successes in life, including how to cope with trauma and adversity. If your student/child could benefit from this support forum SHARE WITH THEM!
The presenters talk about some bad habits and how they’ve tried to quit them. They build insight on what bad habits are and they share personal examples of their bad habits. They talk about taking care of your emotional needs, the shame of hiding your bad habits and building the motivation to quit.
Chama, Haku & Riley from Go Team Dogs will be at the Center! Come to the Center for some quiet and stress-free time with some friendly & comforting dogs. The mission of GO TEAM is to offer relief and caring. We have them at the Center to provide comfort through a canine-human bond.
Permission to Feel “This book is about personal growth and transformation through unlocking the wisdom of emotions.” -Marc Brackett, Ph.D. Once we have acknowledged to power of the past (trauma), we’re ready to begin dealing with the present. First, we recognize what we’re feeling, so that we may understand why. Only then can we see how […]
Center hours 11-2, Activities each day - ELEMENTARY STUDENTS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A RESPONSIBLE SIBLING OR ADULT
Whether you call them lightning bugs, fireflies, or glow bugs, we can’t help but smile when we spot one flying around.
In this activity, you, your child and friends can create a lucky rock to wish on.
Wednesdays 5:30pm to 6:30pm Beth’s yoga approach is to create a safe, supportive space in which you can learn emotional regulation skills through connection with the breath and increased body awareness. You will focus on slowing down any mental activity, bring ease to the breath, and tune into the nervous system’s vast healing capacity. This class is for anyone looking […]
One of the presenters is having a really hard time and she is here to talk it through and try to figure out how to take care of themselves. There is a discussion about holding yourself accountable and ways they are able to acknowledge their red flags. They unpack all the feelings Theresa is feeling, […]
Come and make rainbow shamrock salt painting art for Saint Patrick’s Day! Draw your own Shamrock to make raised salt art.
This is virtual. Mindfulness can be applied to many areas of our lives. We get the same benefits as sitting still and meditating as when we do focused, repetitious activities. Chopping vegetables, listening to music, coloring or drawing can calm our minds, slow our heart rates, and restore oxygen-rich blood to our organs when we […]
Hosted by the Center's Clinician, Jenny Robbins, MA, LPCC In this virtual support group, you can discuss any feelings that you may be having surrounding the Ukraine issue, other current news, and why you may feel overwhelmed by it all after trauma SIGN UP HERE: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c48aaac2daafec16-coping1
Wednesdays 5:30pm to 6:30pm Beth’s yoga approach is to create a safe, supportive space in which you can learn emotional regulation skills through connection with the breath and increased body awareness. You will focus on slowing down any mental activity, bring ease to the breath, and tune into the nervous system’s vast healing capacity. This class is for anyone looking […]
The presenters got a topic suggestion from a listener for the podcast today which was: how to be myself. America and Theresa share what they think their authentic self looks like and how they are still trying to figure out who they really are. They talk about code-switching, instances when they’ve felt left out and […]
Chama, Haku & Riley from Go Team Dogs will be at the Center! Come to the Center for some quiet and stress-free time with some friendly & comforting dogs. The mission of GO TEAM is to offer relief and caring. We have them at the Center to provide comfort through a canine-human bond.
Our Mental Health Fair will be booth style presentations of different methods of therapies to educate people about what approaches are available for mental wellness and mental health, especially after trauma. This event was requested by our community. Feel free to drop by!
- ACKNOWLEDGE YOUR VULNERABILITIES & LIMITATIONS - Please join us online for this workshop to learn concepts of self-compassion and radical acceptance, especially after experiencing trauma. "Loving yourself isn't vanity. It's sanity." - Katrina Mayer
Wednesdays 5:30pm to 6:30pm Beth’s yoga approach is to create a safe, supportive space in which you can learn emotional regulation skills through connection with the breath and increased body awareness. You will focus on slowing down any mental activity, bring ease to the breath, and tune into the nervous system’s vast healing capacity. This class is for anyone looking […]
Transgender Day of Visibility (TVoD) is an international event on March 31 dedicated to recognizing the resilience and accomplishments of the transgender community. On this day, we celebrate the trans people amongst us, raise awareness about the struggles that they face, and advocate for more protected rights for them in a bid to reform society and empower […]
Come to the Center and express yourself! You can create what's on your mind and have the room for freedom to express your growing creativity in a safe and non-competitive environment. Today create, Starry Night Glow-in-the-Dark Calming Jars
After the incident of violence, STEM School Highlands Ranch and surrounding communities found its world changed forever. In the aftermath, students, parents, staff and our community have worked tirelessly to recover from the impact of May 7th. STEM Center for Strength resiliency center was created to promote recovery and resilience for this impacted community by […]
