April 2024 - What's Happening at WYS
Western Youth Services
A leading expert in integrated mental health & wellness solutions for youth & families in Orange County, CA.
Upcoming Trainings and Events
Behavioral Health Training Collaborative (BHTC)
WYS and four local area partners form the Behavioral Health Training Collaborative (BHTC), working together to provide mental health and wellness training at no cost to the Orange County, California community.
Each month, we offer a variety of training for families, groups, and professionals on a wide range of topics. This month we are delivering the following:
April 5: OMID – Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
April 9: WYS – Creating Safe Spaces for LGBTQ+ Children, Youth and Adults, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
April 10: WYS – Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
April 15: WYS – Responding to Grief in Children and Adults, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
April 17: WYS – Resilience, 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
April 19: OMID – Anger Management, 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
April 24: WYS – You Come First: The Helping Role and Compassion Fatigue, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
April 25: WYS – Stop Stressing, Start Coping!, 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
April 26: WYS – What is Mental Health?, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
April 26: OMID – Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
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Crisis Intervention Training (CIT)
Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) supports first responders, including law enforcement, firefighters, emergency dispatchers, EMTs, paramedics and corrections officers. As the leading expert in mental health and wellness services in Orange County, we provide tools that allow for easier navigation of crisis situations.
April 3: De-Escalation, 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
April 3: De-Escalation Focusing on Cognitive Disorders, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
April 4: Vicarious Trauma, 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.
April 4: Situational Awareness, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
April 5: De-Escalation, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
April 5: Youth Mental Health First Aid 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
April 8: Vicarious Trauma, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
April 8: De-Escalation Focusing on Cognitive Disorders, 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.
April 8: De-Escalation, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
April 9: De-Escalation Focusing on Mood Disorders, 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
April 9: Situational Awareness, 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
April 9: Vicarious Trauma, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
April 9: De-Escalation Focusing on Cognitive Disorders, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
April 10: De-Escalation, 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
April 10: De-Escalation Focusing on Mood Disorders, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
April 11: De-Escalation Focusing on Mood Disorders, 7 a.m. – 8 a.m.
April 11: Situational Awareness, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
April 12: De-Escalation, 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.
April 12: Vicarious Trauma, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
April 12: Adult Mental Health First Aid 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
April 15: De-Escalation Focusing on Mood Disorders, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
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April 15: De-Escalation, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
April 17: De-Escalation, 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
April 17: De-Escalation Focusing on Cognitive Disorders, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
April 18: Vicarious Trauma, 7 a.m. – 8 a.m.
April 18: De-Escalation Focusing on Mood Disorders, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
April 19: De-Escalation, 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.
April 19: Vicarious Trauma, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
April 22: De-Escalation, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
April 23: De-Escalation Focusing on Mood Disorders, 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
April 23: Situational Awareness, 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
April 23: Vicarious Trauma, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
April 23: De-Escalation Focusing on Cognitive Disorders, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
April 24: De-Escalation, 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
April 24: Vicarious Trauma, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
April 25: Vicarious Trauma, 7 a.m. – 8 a.m.
April 25: De-Escalation Focusing on Mood Disorders, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
April 26: De-Escalation Focusing on Mood Disorders, 7 a.m. – 8 a.m.
April 26: Situational Awareness, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
April 29: De-Escalation, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
April 30: De-Escalation Focusing on Cognitive Disorders, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m
Join us for a no-cost training by clicking the link below -
For additional information or to schedule a private training for your first responder team, call us at 949.900.5381 or email us at [email protected].
Our CEO, Lorry Leigh Belhumeur, Ph.D., is a dynamic, inspiring speaker and interview candidate. Her life and professional experiences and her passion for changing how mental health services are structured and provided to children, youth, and families create fresh and interesting insights.
If you want to learn more about Lorry and schedule her to speak at your next event, please email us at [email protected].
April Blog Highlight
Did you know April is Stress Awareness Month? In our latest blog post, "Navigating Stress: A Guide for Youth Stress Management in Honor of Stress Awareness Month," we discuss practical strategies for stress management and stress reduction methods tailored to young individuals. The post emphasizes the significance of mental health awareness and provides actionable tips, including mindfulness practices, exercise, and seeking professional help when needed.
We encourage you to share this valuable resource within your network to help raise awareness and support youth during Stress Awareness Month. Read it now by visiting https://www.westernyouthservices.org/stress-awareness-month-2024/.
Employment Opportunities
We currently have several employment opportunities at WYS. If you want to learn more or apply, please visit our website for details at the link below. Please share with anyone you know who may be interested!