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School-based Mental Health Groups Forming Now
The Summit is offering FREE student groups and parent support groups through our School-based Mental Health (SBMH) program. Visit our website to learn more about the schools we serve and the groups that we are offering this Fall.
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North Fulton Mental Health Collaborative - Community Resiliency Model Training (CRM)
Thursday, September 24th
9:00am – 10:30am |
| CRM is a novel approach in trauma recovery and mental wellness self-care that focuses on biologic and sensory-somatic techniques. The 1-hour CRM introduction will describe body-based self-care skills and concepts that can help participants develop resiliency resources that come from within–to deal with experiences of stress and trauma. |
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Deiona Carter, MS
Licensed Associate Professional Counselor |
| Deiona is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and their families. She believes in working with parents as a team to help their child reach their full potential. Deiona believes that no two clients are the same and enjoys creating interventions and activities that incorporate the client’s interests. |
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Brady Varga, MSW
Licensed Master Social Worker |
| Brady values the uniqueness of each therapeutic relationship she builds with her clients. She believes in the power of holding a safe space for her clients to discover and bring awareness to their inner selves, build resiliency, and learn coping mechanisms. She does this by creating a genuine environment where clients feel free to be themselves, allowing barriers to break down and growth to be made. |
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ADHD and Virtual Learning
Written by: Rebecca Marshall, PhD |
| Many parents are now getting a firsthand view of their children’s engagement in remote learning sessions, and many are finding reason for concern. Virtual learning environments can be especially challenging for students with learning difficulties, including children with attention problems. |
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Strategies for Coping in 2020
Wednesday, September 16
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join via Zoom or Facebook Live |
| Mayor Lynn Deutsch will lead a virtual discussion focused on the social and emotional impact of COVID-19 and the challenges that members of our community may be facing. She’ll be joined by Dr. Heather Page, Psychologist at Summit Counseling and Alethia Love, Head Counselor at Dunwoody High School. |
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Find A Counselor |
| Whether you are interested in counseling for yourself or a loved one, couples counseling with your partner, or psychological testing/assessment for your child; finding the right fit can be intimidating. Our interactive website will help you select a therapist based on your age, reason for seeking therapy and office location. You can then read each therapists’ bio to find the one that is the perfect fit for you! |
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Signs of Suicide: Trusted Adult Training
Tuesday, September 29th
10:00am – 11:30am |
Equips adults to recognize warning signs of suicide, how to navigate those difficult conversations, and learn practical next steps with youth. By the end of the training, individuals will be considered a “trusted adult” for youth to share their struggles or get support. Great for parents, volunteers, teachers, counselors, health professionals, or coaches.
Led by: Megan Barfield, MS, LAMFT & Cally Short, MS, LAPC |
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Soul Shop for Youth Leaders
Tuesday, September 29th
1:00pm – 2:30pm |
This faith-based workshop will equip youth leaders to recognize warnings signs of suicide, engaging in life saving conversations and ways to keep youth safe. Great for youth group leaders, faith-based counselors, or volunteers working with youth in a religious capacity.
Led by: Stephen Walters, MA, MDiv, LAPC |
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14th Annual Summit Golf Classic
Monday, November 2nd, Country Club of The South |
| This event will be following ClubCorp’s COVID-19 protocol for the safety of our golfers and volunteers. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Now, more than ever, The Summit needs your financial support to meet the growing need for mental health resources due to the impact of COVID-19! |
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