Powerful Words: Language to Build Children’s Self-Esteem [Free Webinar]

Social media can create unrealistic expectations that leave young people feeling discouraged, empty, and depressed. It’s essential for parents, caregivers, and educators to know how to respond. Learn how to respond when youth are feeling discouraged and what words of encouragement you can use to help young people feel positive about themselves, regardless of challenges they may face, or how others may view them.

Fine print: Certificates of attendance are provided at no cost. CEUs are not provided. Everyone who registers will receive the webinar recording & resource info 24 hours after the live event. Sponsored by Polk County Iowa’s Behavioral Health & Disability Services agency.

About the instructor: Susan Dannen is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. Susan trained at Jane Addams College of Social Work, University of Illinois Chicago for her MSW and specializes in child and adult mental health, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, play therapy, and foster care/adoption. She is passionate about educating and supporting others to find hope and healing.

Susan has held positions as an in-home therapist, day treatment therapist, school-based therapist, outpatient therapist, hospital/clinic therapist, program supervisor, and director. She has served as a trainer/writer for the Minnesota Child Welfare Training System, and as an Adjunct Professor at Adler Graduate School.

Photo by Katie Gerrard