Mental Health Archives - Sarpy County, Nebraska CASA

The Intersection of Mental Health & the Arts

28September2026Alexis SanteeArts, Depression, Emotional, Mental Health, training, Well-Being

Engaging with art can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. In addition, using art as a form of expression can help folks manage their mental and emotional well-being. So how can we start changing the narrative around mental health and the arts? What ways can we explore how the arts can help with healing,

The Emotional Lives of Students: A Mental Health Primer for Educators

28September2026Alexis SanteeEducators, Mental Health, Student, training

Student mental health plays a vital role in learning, growth, and resilience. This on-demand training provides practical guidance for K-12 educators, school staff, and others caring for young people who want to better understand and support the emotional lives of children and teens. Why This Training Matters Mental health challenges among students are increasingly common

Acceptance & Commitment Skill-Building for Adolescents

27August2026Alexis SanteeDisorders, Mental Health, Skill Building, training

To some, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is associated with treatment for obsessive compulsive disorder. However, the strategies used in ACT can be beneficial for folks with depression, anxiety, substance use, and other conditions. In fact, its principles can be applied to anyone, at any age, regardless of their mental health status. Click here to

Promoting Positive Mental Health in K-12 Students

31July2026Alexis SanteeGrowth, Kids, Learning, Mental Health, Students, Teens, training

There’s no question that teachers and faculty members at elementary, middle, and high schools play critical roles in the educational growth of the students in their care. Through their work, they have the power to impart knowledge, foster a love of learning, and help shape future careers. It’s becoming increasingly clear, though, that these school

Early Childhood Mental Health Webinar

31July2026Alexis SanteeAttachment, children, Development, Mental Health, training, Trauma

This webinar reviews development and attachment in early childhood. Our presenter, Jason J. Dillard MSEd, LIMHP, LADC, also provides a simplified understanding of how traumatic events in a child’s life can alter that development and impact attachment. You will learn different methods used to assess attachment and development levels in young children and a basic

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