Are You Working with Teens Who Have Anger Issues?

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This intermediate-level course is suitable for anyone working in the human services sector who regularly works with teens experiencing anger issues.

Course Overview

Join our comprehensive professional course led by an experienced clinician, designed specifically to address anger management in teens. This course provides an in-depth exploration of the factors contributing to adolescent anger, alongside practical strategies and therapeutic techniques for effective intervention. Participants will gain valuable insights into creating supportive environments that promote healthy emotional expression and resilience in teens. Through this interactive session with case studies and hands-on activities, attendees will be equipped with the tools and confidence needed to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young individuals struggling with anger issues.

 

Additionally, participants will learn how to identify underlying triggers, recognize early warning signs, and implement proactive measures to prevent escalation. Proven methods for de-escalation, conflict resolution, and promoting positive behavior change will be discussed.

What people are saying about Jim’s other trainings:

"This was very insightful not only for working with clients but in my own life as well.” Erika M.

"Thought the training was very helpful. The role-play on how to use the activities was great." Katie E.

Participants will be able to:

  • Identify at least 3 factors contributing to anger in teens, through exploration of the latest research, case studies, and real-world examples.

  • Recognize early warning signs of anger in teens.

  • Utilize practical intervention skills for managing and reducing anger in teens, including therapeutic strategies such as de-escalation, conflict resolution, and proactive prevention techniques.

  • Integrate strategies to help teens identify underlying triggers to their anger.

  • Create supportive environments that promote emotional well-being and resilience for teens. the components of sexual and reproductive anatomy and physiology, and how to incorporate this information into work with children and families.

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Jim Still-Pepper, MA, LSW

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Jim is the Director of Community Based Clinical Services at Allwell Behavioral Health Services Inc., a community mental health center where he has worked for over 3 decades striving to get clinical services out of the centers, and into the community.

Jim is the founder of Still Light Seminars LLC, a motivational training and consulting company; he has trained nationally and internationally focusing on the mental health, and care of, children and adolescents.

He is also an adjunct instructor in Ashland University’s Founders School of Continuing Education. He develops online courses around behavioral interventions and understanding the mental health of students.

Jim has also authored or co-authored 7 books and has written almost 100 articles. On a side note, he has had numerous poems published, and his artwork and photography have appeared in galleries, magazines, and on greeting cards. 

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