"Can't Pour from an Empty Cup":
Stress Management with Humor Therapy
Saturday, November 20, 2021
10:00 - 11:30 am Central
Presented by Renee Ridgley, MSW, LMSW
1.5 Hours Continuing Education credit approved for Counselors and Social Workers (General)
PRESENTED ON ZOOM - CO-ED EVENT
Sometimes life can throw all kinds of stressors in our paths: in addition to being in the middle of a pandemic... and please don’t mention a natural disaster that “we” cannot control.
10:00 - 11:30 am Central
Presented by Renee Ridgley, MSW, LMSW
1.5 Hours Continuing Education credit approved for Counselors and Social Workers (General)
PRESENTED ON ZOOM - CO-ED EVENT
Sometimes life can throw all kinds of stressors in our paths: in addition to being in the middle of a pandemic... and please don’t mention a natural disaster that “we” cannot control.
But how are you coping?
Life doesn’t stop for anybody… let’s talk! Come and discover how to keep your cup full with self-care tips along with ways to not let what’s going on around you negatively impact your life. Self-care, the promotion of wellness, and the prevention of burnout are essential for everyone, but especially those working in the mental health profession in order to maintain competence and clinical effectiveness. A realistic and humorous approach to ongoing self-care and the promotion of wellness is presented that participants can integrate into their daily lives, for their own benefit, and for the benefit of their clients.
Learning objectives for this workshop:
Life doesn’t stop for anybody… let’s talk! Come and discover how to keep your cup full with self-care tips along with ways to not let what’s going on around you negatively impact your life. Self-care, the promotion of wellness, and the prevention of burnout are essential for everyone, but especially those working in the mental health profession in order to maintain competence and clinical effectiveness. A realistic and humorous approach to ongoing self-care and the promotion of wellness is presented that participants can integrate into their daily lives, for their own benefit, and for the benefit of their clients.
Learning objectives for this workshop:
- Attendee will learn self-care tips.
- Attendee will be able to determine the difference between good and bad stress, and the importance of identifying the two types.
- Attendee will learn the importance of laughter, how healthy it is for the body and how adding a little humor can reduce stress.
- Attendee will examine how meeting your needs can reduce stress.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Renee Ridgley, MSW, LMSW, currently works as a Case Manager/Traditional Coordinator for YouthBuild Bogalusa, a program of Northshore Technical Community College since 2018 in addition to working with K. Hill and Associates Mental Health as a therapist.
Renee received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Child and Family Studies from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Texas at Arlington. Renee started her career is Dallas, Texas working with those affected by HIV/AIDS. She has served on many boards advocating for the rights of those under-served.
Currently, Renee is a BLS/CPR instructor, Certified Active Parent Educator, Mental Health First Aider, Acquired Training in Suicide Prevention (ASIST) and a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). She has been a guest speaker for many organizations, educating on a variety of parenting topics, culture diversity and self-care. Renee is engaged to be married this year and is the mother of one son, Kendrick, who is 10 years old. A native of New Orleans, Renee loves everything New Orleans - especially festivals and live music.
Renee received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Child and Family Studies from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Texas at Arlington. Renee started her career is Dallas, Texas working with those affected by HIV/AIDS. She has served on many boards advocating for the rights of those under-served.
Currently, Renee is a BLS/CPR instructor, Certified Active Parent Educator, Mental Health First Aider, Acquired Training in Suicide Prevention (ASIST) and a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). She has been a guest speaker for many organizations, educating on a variety of parenting topics, culture diversity and self-care. Renee is engaged to be married this year and is the mother of one son, Kendrick, who is 10 years old. A native of New Orleans, Renee loves everything New Orleans - especially festivals and live music.
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Online pre-registration and pre-payment are required.
This program is co-ed and presented on Zoom. Registration cost: $20 Register early to save your spot. Cancellation Policy: No refunds after November 18. Plan to attend with video on to receive CE credit. Questions? Contact us at [email protected] or (985) 892-8111
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