March Monthly Conversation
February 8, 2011
March 14 – Monthly Conversation
Free presentation sponsored by Jefferson St. Counseling & Consulting
2nd Monday of the Month, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Teenagers often put up barriers that seem counter to the process of communication often acting as if they would rather talk to anyone other than their parents. This talk addresses this as well as how to communicate with your teen. March’s topic: “How To Talk To Your Teenager So That They Will Listen” presented by Shirley A. O’Neil, M.Ed.
Avoiding the Zingers of Unhappy Relationships: Part 2
February 8, 2011
March 21 – Avoiding the Zingers of Unhappy Relationships: Part 2
Free workshop presented by Timothy J. Furness, LCPC, LMFT
Monday, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Changing the pattern of criticism and defensiveness in your relationship is essential to its long-term stability and success. While empathy and understanding go a long way toward maintaining a healthy connection with your partner, it is the zingers, the negative behaviors, which are truly destructive. In Part 2 of this series, Tim will build on the concepts and stories of misadventure that many couples inadvertently use to communicate with each other that were explored in Part 1. This evening will focus on practical and specific skills partners can use to create healthier and more successful ways of communicating and connecting with their loved one.
Monthly Conversations: Parenting Separation & Divorce: After the Beginning
November 1, 2010
November 8
Free presentation sponsored by Jefferson St. Counseling & Consulting
2nd Monday of Every Month, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
After surviving countless changes in early separation or divorce, numerous other challenges may emerge only later. Decisions about changing schools and housing, splitting holidays, renewed dating– and of course the ongoing coparenting with your “ex”- can all raise new questions and doubts. Learn concrete tips and considerations in facing these new challenges, so you can make your own family’s adjustment smoother for children and parents alike. November’s topic: presented by Stephen H. Hill, Ph.D.
Outsmart The Winter Blues
September 9, 2010
October 21
Free workshop presented by Dr. Sara Rodgers
Thursday, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Dr. Sara Rodgers, Naturopathic Physician, and Susan Reuling Furness team up to introduce you to health practices that will make this winter a winner. Learn to make helpful, healthful food and supplements choices. Discover the best activities to ward off Seasonal Affect Disorder (a.k.a. SAD.) Uncover more effective ways to keep your mind on a bright and upbeat channel during the long days of winter. We want you to enjoy springtime in December.
Sara Rodgers, NMD, is a Licensed Naturopathic Physician practicing in Boise, Idaho. The foundation of her general medicine naturopathic practice is to treat the whole person by utilizing nutrition, herbs, supplementation, cleansing, and lifestyle changes. She has written numerous articles which can be found at www.boisenaturalhealth.com
Avoiding the Zingers of Unhappy Relationships
September 9, 2010
October 25
Free workshop presented by Timothy J. Furness, LCPC, LMFT
Monday, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Changing the pattern of criticism and defensiveness in your relationship is essential to its long-term stability and success. While empathy and understanding go a long way toward maintaining a healthy connection with your partner, it is the zingers, the negative behaviors, which are truly destructive. Tim will explore some of the negative ways many couples inadvertently use to communicate with each other and find healthier, more useful ways of communicating to help insure the long term stability and success of your relationship.
Monthly Conversation: How To Parent In Cyberspace
September 6, 2010
September 13, 2010
Free presentation sponsored by Jefferson St. Counseling & Consulting
2nd Monday of Every Month, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Today’s technology has opened new vistas for our children and new challenges for parenting. How can parents leave the door open for learning and knowledge and still protect and guide them in a world with few appropriate boundaries? New studies reveal (surprise, surprise) the best protection comes from parents and caregivers who understand technology and understand how to set limits and boundaries. This class is intended to help guide parents in this other reality of parenting.
September’s topic presented by Lorn H. Adkins, LCPC, LMFT.
Rightsize Your Life
September 2, 2010
September 20
Free workshop presented by Lori Davies with Perfect Order
Monday, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
In this program, Lori Davies will show you how to get started downsizing-or rightsizing your life including your physical possessions and treasures, paper, your to-do list, activities, etc. Learn how and why to pare down your possessions to fit your lifestyle.
Youth Suicide Prevention
September 2, 2010
September 30
Free workshop presented by Kim Kane, MPA, Executive Dir. of SPAN Idaho
Thursday, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
This class will examine facts about youth suicide, dispel common myths, and review warning signs, risk factors and protective factors. The class will also cover what is known about the suicidal mind, how to talk to youth about suicide and where to turn for help when a child is at risk.
Monthly Conversations: Successful Stepfamilies: Maintaining Our Loving Marriage
September 1, 2010
October 11
Free presentation sponsored by Jefferson St. Counseling & Consulting
2nd Monday of Every Month, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Every successful stepfamily takes time to develop. And every couple faces particular challenges in their relationship that only stepfamilies can provide. Come and explore some of the steps for success in your own marriage, meet those challenges head on, and enrich your stepfamily home environment.
October’s topic: presented by Timothy J. Furness, LCPC, LMFT
National Depression Screening Day: Free Consultation
September 1, 2010
National Depression Screening Day: Free Consultation
The professionals at Jefferson Street Counseling & Consulting will be offering a free consultation by appointment October 7-14, 2010.
The consultation will include a written screen for depression, collaborative review of results and an overview of treatment options, if recommended.
Please call 385-0888 to schedule.