Video: Mental Health Impacts and Wellness during COVID 19

I was asked to participate in an interview for public television in Thurston Co WA (TCTV) last week for their program “Stay Safe Thurston County.” In addition to de-escalation trainings and personal safety consultations, I like to do these “public” interviews to share my knowledge with the general public.

I’ve had the good fortune to work more in Thurston County in the last year and I’ve witnessed the work of a range of professionals doing what they can to provide outreach, support, empathy, and care to a wide range of needs. All of this work is amplified during this pandemic, where issues like Isolation, Anxiety, Depression, and Domestic Violence are on the rise across the country and world.

Embedded is the full 20 minute interview. Thank you for your time.

Stay Safe Thurston County on YouTube

De-escalation training benefits for 5 unique professional settings & groups

During this COVID 19 pandemic, we are all adjusting to life in its current form.  Our collective response to the Coronavirus has made some aspects of life completely different and, hopefully, some things remain the same.

One of the constants through this time of challenge is being able to identify and embody the qualities and characteristics of composure and calm amidst all of the changes and unpredictabilities around us. For many years, I have been providing “De-escalation & Personal Safety” courses for an array of professionals. As our lives have changed and will continue to change as a result of the COVID 19 outbreak, the need for more de-escalation training, consultation, and support services will remain in demand.

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