Let's Talk About It June 8, 2023: Exploring the Links Between Nutrition and Mental Health - Dalia Rodriguez-Owner Fitness Oasis Health Club & Spa

Nutrition is a very important aspect of our everyday life, yet often overlooked as a building block, not only of physical health, but mental health as well. Proper nutrition practices fuel our bodies and minds with healthy vital nutrients so they may function efficiently throughout the day. Join Dalia Rodriguez, owner of Fitness Oasis, as she describes healthy nutrition habits, the process of commitment, financial considerations and how healthy nutrition supports mental health.
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Let's Talk About It June 15, 2023: Trauma Informed Behavioral Healthcare - Gabriella Grant, MA- Director of the California Center for Excellence for Trauma Informed Care

Trauma is a common cause or factor in many mental health conditions. Trauma Informed Care is a commitment that Imperial County Behavioral Health is undertaking to support the recovery of persons impacted by trauma who seek our services. Join us as we explore what Trauma Informed Care is and how Behavioral Health is adapting in response to consumer needs.
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Let's Talk About It June 22, 2023: Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) - Marilyn Moskowitz, LCSW, LMFT, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) is an empirically validated treatment for a variety of psychiatric disorders. IPT is a time limited, focused, evidenced-based approach to treat mood disorders. The main goal of IPT is to improve the quality of a one's interpersonal relationships and social functioning to help reduce their distress. IPT may used with any age consumer, from children and adolescents to the elderly.
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Let's Talk About It June 29, 2023: National Alliance on Mental Illness: The Value of Lived Experience - Ingrid Alvarez Ron-Program Manager Shannon Switzer-Lead Trainer-NAMI Career Pathways 2.0 San Diego and Imperial Counties

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is offering a series of training courses for individuals and family members with mental health concerns. The ''lived experiences'' are unique and important to each individual and important for their own recovery process. Join us as we explore the value of lived experience and how it supports behavioral health recovery.
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