The Minnesota Brain Injury Alliance is offering Lunch and Learn Sessions for Social Workers and Social Service Professionals. Continuing Education Units will be available after each session. The sessions will begin at 12 p.m. and be held via Zoom. (Zoom link to be sent out within 48 hours of the event.)
The cost is $15 per session.
Robert Karol, Ph.D., LP, ABPP-RP, CBIST, President, Karol Neuro + Rehab Consulting
In this session, Dr. Karol will delve into the topic of impaired self-awareness following acquired brain injury. Participants will have the opportunity to:
By the end of the session, participants will understand impaired self-awareness after brain injury, including its nature and causes of social inappropriateness. They will also learn about the risks associated with increasing awareness and discover intervention techniques to support individuals in their recovery.
Register today for the October session.
Christine Gilyard, LMFT, CBIS, Chris Gilyard Counseling
Chris will address the strategies and challenges involved in treating emotional issues that arise from persistent concussion or mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI). The objectives of this presentation are as follows:
By the end of this presentation, participants will gain a better understanding of treatment strategies and challenges for emotional issues related to persistent concussion or mTBI. They will also learn about the connection between mental health and mTBI, and acquire practical interventions to support individuals in their recovery process.
Register today for the November session.
Raye Black, Shelter Manager & Kate Tobin, Director of Shelter Services, Tubman
Raye and Kate will be delivering a presentation on identifying the signs and effects of brain injury among survivors of domestic violence seeking shelter. They will explore the ways in which brain injury influences and perpetuates the cycle of domestic violence. The session will provide ample opportunity for an open and interactive discussion allowing participants to ask questions and engage in dialogue with the presenters and each other.
Register today for the December session.
Share with other professionals and come to learn while having lunch!
The cost is $15 per session.