Speaker Talks and Expert Panels

We all need something to guide us through the ups and downs of life. The concept of the expedition is a helpful metaphor. Expeditions have different parts to them, and […]

Chandler Green will guide parents in using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to better support teens and adults facing emotional or mental health challenges. Through strategies like validation, mindfulness, distress […]

This presentation will introduce the concept of “parenting the inner-child” to help clients address underlying shame, intergenerational trauma, and emotional defenses within the family system. The construct of the “identified […]

The presentation delves into the vital aspect of parenting through the prism of healthy identity development, drawing upon foundational theories from James Marcia and Erik Erikson. The presentation will explore […]

Sand Tray is a powerful, creative technique that fosters connection and supports overall wellbeing. It can also be a fun, self-discovery activity for families, helping parents deepen their bond with […]

For over fifty years, developmental psychologists have explored the effects of parenting styles on children’s development. Research shows that parenting styles significantly impact children’s social-emotional well-being and academic success. This […]

The actions we take; the actions we don’t take; the way we receive information; the way we convey information – it is filtered through a kaleidoscope of lenses. In an […]

“I don’t know what to say so I don’t say anything.” Is that a familiar feeling? Parents and other community leaders are often stuck between their desire to communicate their […]

Whether you had the chance to pilot The Jed Foundation’s Raising Digitally Healthy Kids online course or are just curious, this session is for you! Join other parents and caregivers […]

Struggling with boundaries—or wishing “no” came more easily? This presentation offers a clear, practical roadmap for reclaiming personal peace by mastering the full spectrum of boundaries, including emotional, mental, time, […]

Join two GOBI professionals and a GOBI parent for a discussion focused on recognizing the signs, behaviors, and indicators of early substance use in teens. Panelists will share valuable insights […]

Andrea will explore the common patterns of relational breakdown that can occur when your child goes off course. This can leave you feeling as though you are losing the person […]

Are disorganized backpacks, missing materials, homework meltdowns and task avoidance impacting your student and family? Learn strategies families can implement to address specific challenges seen at home before and after […]

Join us for an inspiring session featuring the incredible journeys of 5 young adults from all walks of life. From wilderness therapy to therapeutic boarding schools, their stories are as […]

In this session, Erin Khar will speak about her journey from adolescent heroin addiction to long-term recovery, highlighting the impact of support systems, therapy, and harm reduction strategies in sustaining […]

Introduction to the Safe Space Alliance and what we do and how we might work together.

Parenting after a child’s trauma or mental illness requires redefining your vision for their future and your role as a parent. It’s an emotional journey of grieving, finding support, and […]

Attachment theory is the way to explain the stress we experience in parenting and the behaviors we use to manage this stress. Understanding our attachment style gives us personal insight […]

In the altered motherhood journey, we caregivers are fighting burnout at every corner. Having a child (any age) with unique and high needs, not to mention trauma and crisis, will […]

SMART was established because many people were looking for a self-empowering, science-based, progress-oriented (harm reduction oriented) and holistic approach for resolving or reducing addictive problems. Although both 12-step and SMART […]

Join Fusion Global Academy president Darby Carr, along with two dedicated team members and a Fusion Global Academy parent, in an empowering panel event designed for parents with children facing […]