Events

YBS is thrilled to have been asked back by @wdvmtv to share our mental health knowledge.

Join us for a Live 3 Hour Virtual Workshop lead by Lisa Ferentz MSW, LCSW-C, DAPA, on Counter-Transference and the Therapeutic Relationship. Lisa is a recognized expert in the strengths-based, de-pathologized treatment of trauma and has been in private practice for over 38 years.  She presents workshops and keynote addresses nationally and internationally, and is a clinical consultant to practitioners and mental health agencies in the United States, Canada, the UK and Ireland.  She has been an Adjunct Faculty member at several Universities, and is the Founder of “The Ferentz Institute,” now in its fifteenth year of providing continuing education to mental health professionals and graduating several thousand clinicians from her two Certificate Programs in Advanced Trauma Treatment.  In 2009 she was voted the “Social Worker of Year” by the Maryland Society for Clinical Social Work.  Lisa is the author of “Treating Self-Destructive Behaviors in Traumatized Clients: A Clinician’s Guide,” now in its second edition, “Letting Go of Self-Destructive Behaviors: A Workbook of Hope and Healing,” and “Finding Your Ruby Slippers: Transformative Life Lessons From the Therapist’s Couch.”   Lisa also hosted a weekly radio talk show, writes blogs and articles for websites on trauma, attachment, self-destructive behaviors, and self-care, teaches on many webinars, and is a contributor to Psychologytoday.com.  You can follow Lisa’s work on her website, theferentzinstitute.com, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitter. Click here to register

YBS is excited to be on @wdvmtv! We are live at 8:45 am!  

Presenting to the Bethesda Chamber of Commerce on the benefits of micro self-care Tuesday, May 24th. https://yourbestselftherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Micro-self-care-blog.pdf

With Dr. Lindsey Dogali of Psych Testing For Kids. As an expert in evaluating and treatment planning for children with learning disabilities, ADHD, and social/emotional disorders, Dr. Dogali will provide us with concrete tools and strategies to sustain focus during virtual learning. Something difficult to begin with, but even more so for children with disabilities! Join us! @YourBestSelfTherapy or @DrMom_PHD on Instagram

Watch the Zoom Video Here! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PehzOI3CtP8xjf2Ed9vrhJ9a3zoFBc7U/view Parenting an Anxious Child - Free Webinar Tuesday, October 19, 2021, 8-9 pm est The webinar is suitable for parents of children aged 12-18. Includes How anxiety manifests at different ages Communication strategies that work with an anxious child Parenting tactics that can unintentionally increase a child's anxiety The importance of managing your own stress level 15 minutes of live Q&A Watch the Zoom Video Here! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PehzOI3CtP8xjf2Ed9vrhJ9a3zoFBc7U/view

With Meredith Prescott of Prescott Psychotherapy Tuesday, February 9th at 8:30pm Meredith is a NYC based Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She specializes in supporting young adults, professional and couples who experience challenges with relationships, self-esteem and chronic illness. @YourBestSelfTherapy or @Prescott.Therapy.Wellness on Instagram View Previously Recorded Video Here!! https://www.instagram.com/p/CLGEvGZJbB4/

A conversation with MOCO personal trainer, Jason Alfonso of JB Athletics about the intersection of mental and physical health. Tuesday, September 23, 2020 View the Previously Recorded Video Here!!

We got to interview the executive functioning coach and founder of Learning Links Educational Services, Stephanie Owens, about the impacts of executive functioning weaknesses and tips to overcome the challenges. Tuesday, September 21, 2020 View the Previously Recorded Video Here!!    

Laura Goldstein, LCFMFT of Montgomery County Counseling Center: Preparing for Back to School - Virtual Learning Style Tuesday, August 21, 2020, View the Previously Recorded Video Here!!