The Juniper Center

Our next CEU presentation will be taking place virtually on Zoom on Friday, October 2nd! Daniel Stone from Instride Health will host a virtual CEU presentation about strategies for managing anxiety-driven school avoidance. This presentation provides an evidence-based, multidisciplinary framework for treating school avoidance. It details a "surround sound" clinical model that integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and exposure therapy across the child, family, and school systems. Attendees will learn actionable strategies for creating gradual school re-entry plans to help reduce home accommodations and support brave behavior. Register today! https://ceu.thejunipercenter.com/courses/take/strategies-for-managing-anxiety-driven-school-avoidance

TOMORROW! Youth Guidance is making a return to the Juniper Center for another informative CEU presentation! This is the second part of a 2-part training that will cover trauma informed care, how to respond to disclosures, and how youth are impacted by gender-based violence. The training will provide specific guidance for mental health professionals who work with clients who have experienced gender-based violence and review the resources available to them. Be sure to register for this presentation today! https://ceu.thejunipercenter.com/courses/reimagining-the-response-to-gender-based-violence-your-role-in-promoting-healing-in-your-community-part-2

Reimagining the Response to Gender-Based Violence: Your Role in Promoting Healing in Your Community (Part 2) This is the second part of a 2-part training that will cover trauma-informed care, how to respond to disclosures, and how youth are impacted by gender-based violence. (1.5 CEUs)

Meet Daniel Polonsky! He provides intake evaluations, neuropsychological and psychological assessments, and patient feedback. Dr. Polonsky works with individuals across the lifespan with neurodevelopmental disorders, degenerative diseases, complex neurological conditions (e.g., epilepsy, cerebral palsy, and hydrocephalus, etc.), sleep disorders, and affective conditions. He has extensive experience in outpatient clinics, hospitals, and nursing homes, and has trained and supervised doctoral-level psychology students. https://www.thejunipercenter.com/our-staff/daniel-polonsky/

Daniel Polonsky, PsyD - Counseling & Therapy Services - The Juniper Center Dr. Daniel Polonsky is a licensed clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist. He provides intake evaluations, neuropsychological and psychological assessments, and patient feedback. Dr. Polonsky works with individuals across the lifespan with neurodevelopmental disorders, degenerative diseases, com...

September is National Self-Care Awareness Month—a reminder that caring for ourselves is an important part of overall well-being. In the midst of busy schedules and daily responsibilities, self-care can easily fall to the bottom of the priority list. However, taking time to recharge, set boundaries, and support your own needs can help reduce stress and improve overall wellness. Henry Ford College shares the importance of self-care and offers simple, practical activities that can be incorporated into everyday life. https://www.hfcc.edu/news/2024/national-self-care-awareness-month

Meet Angelica Barbosa! Her approach to therapy is client-centered and strength-based- she truly believes that every child and family already has so many strengths to build on. Together, she’ll figure out what works best for your child and create goals that feel meaningful and achievable for your family. She wants therapy to feel like a collaborative process, where everyone’s voice is heard and respected. She strives to create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where kids can express themselves freely, and families feel comfortable and included. She hopes that each session helps your child grow in confidence, emotional awareness, and connection with others. https://www.thejunipercenter.com/our-staff/angelica-barbosa/

Angelica Barbosa, LCSW - Counseling & Therapy Services - The Juniper Center Angelica is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master’s in Social Work from Dominican University and a Bachelor’s in Social Work from The University of Alabama. For the past three years, she’s been working at a therapeutic day program in Chicago, working primarily with children ag...

Youth Guidance is making a return to the Juniper Center for another informative CEU presentation! This is the second part of a 2-part training that will cover trauma informed care, how to respond to disclosures, and how youth are impacted by gender-based violence. The training will provide specific guidance for mental health professionals who work with clients who have experienced gender-based violence and review the resources available to them. Be sure to register for this presentation today! https://ceu.thejunipercenter.com/courses/reimagining-the-response-to-gender-based-violence-your-role-in-promoting-healing-in-your-community-part-2

Reimagining the Response to Gender-Based Violence: Your Role in Promoting Healing in Your Community (Part 2) This is the second part of a 2-part training that will cover trauma-informed care, how to respond to disclosures, and how youth are impacted by gender-based violence. (1.5 CEUs)

Every year on World Su***de Prevention Day, we come together to raise awareness, remember those lost to su***de, and promote hope for those who may be struggling. This day highlights the importance of connection, support, and evidence-based approaches to su***de prevention. Bamboo Health shares ways we can recognize warning signs, support those in need, and work together to build a more compassionate community. https://bamboohealth.com/treatment-blog/reflecting-on-world-su***de-prevention-day/ ***dePreventionDay ***dePrevention

We are very excited that registration is officially open for our 2nd Annual Innovations in Adolescent Mental Health Conference!
After such a great response to last year's event, Newport Healthcare, The Juniper Center, Plena Mind Center, and Therapy Etc. are coming together again for a full day focused on working with children, adolescents, and families.
We have six great speakers this year covering some really relevant topics, including executive functioning, gaming, PDA and neurodivergence, family dynamics, and more.
📅 September 29
📍 Skokie, IL
🎓 6 CE credits
I hope many of you can join us! Please feel free to share this with anyone who may be interested.
Register here: https://app.tpn.health/education/2nd-annual-innovations-in-mental-health-conference-treating-child-7cc7a35e

College can bring exciting opportunities, but it can also come with challenges like homesickness, academic pressure, and mental health concerns. As students adjust to a new environment, parents may feel unsure about how to best support them. Deconstructing Stigma explores common mental health experiences during the first month of college and offers practical ways parents can help their students navigate this transition. https://deconstructingstigma.org/guides/college-mh

A Parent’s Guide to College Student Mental Health From stress to isolation, many college students struggle. Learn how parents can stay connected, offer support, and encourage mental health care from afar.

Happy Labor Day to everyone out there! Today, we honor and recognize the American labor movement and the work and contributions of laborers to the development and achievements of the United States. Take some time today to relax because all of the hard workers out there deserve a break as a reward for themselves.