PEN's 5th Annual Virtual
Stress & Anxiety Conference Series Part One
Thriving in an Unpredictable World
Friday Jan 29th & Saturday Jan 30th 2021
5 Workshops Each Day
Get the information, awareness, skills, and resources you need to manage stress and anxiety and support others to do the same!
RETHINK | RESET | REFRESH
Speaker: Dr. Shelly MahonHow can we transform these challenging times into some of the best moments of our lives? The answer is FLOW. Join Dr. Shelly Mahon in discovering what FLOW is and how you can use it to unlock creativity, productivity and joy. Presentation Appropriate for Adults/Parents
Speaker: Wendy Van BesienEmotional Intelligence is critical for both personal and professional success. Yet many of us don't understand what it is and how it can help us lead a happier and more successful life. Presentation Appropriate for Ages 10 and Up
HOPE Coalition of Boulder County Speakers: Colie's Closet Members & Jenny Hecht, LCSWHOPE Coalition's presentation will look at statistics, warning signs and risk factors of depression and suicide. How COVID and other issues that have presented themselves in 2020 will be also discussed and resources will be presented.Presentation Appropriate for Ages 14 and Up
Speaker: Karen AlongeDuring challenging times (i.e. all of 2020), communication can become difficult and strained. Karen will share several strategies parents can use to enrich the warmth, support, and comfort they provide during chaotic, troubling times.Presentation Appropriate for Adults/Parents
Speaker: Brooks WitterThis workshop will introduce the ACT Matrix of Psychological Flexibility. Audience members will come away with a basic understanding of the concept of psychological flexibility, gain skills in personal values assessment, mindfulness & acceptance practices, and setting meaningful goals in valued life-domains. Presentation Appropriate for Ages 15 and Up
Speaker: Stephanie SmallAre you struggling with poor focus, depression, anxiety, insomnia, substance cravings? Your symptoms may be emotional in origin – but they may also be physiological. Enter mental health nutrition: the art and science of using nutrition and supplements to balance and stabilize biochemistry and reduce or eliminate mental health symptoms. Presentation Appropriate for Ages 13 and Up
Speaker: Wendy GossettSociety places many unrealistic expectations upon us and parents may adopt these same expectations and place them on their kids. However, these expectations may be hindering kids with certain temperaments from becoming the magical creatures they were designed to be. Audience members will gain an understanding of The Four Temperaments, how to identify the four personality traits most at risk, what you can do to help and more!Presentation Appropriate for Ages 13 and Up
Speaker: Paige TrevorHelping kids move through anxiety is tricky in the best of times. This workshop will walk parents through the science of the changing teen brain, communication techniques that build connection, and how to help our teens manage their anxiety.Presentation Appropriate for Adults/Parents
Speakers: Brandon Slade & Nicholas ThompsonExecutive function skills don't occur naturally—they're learned. Teaching these skills helps students to succeed not just academically, but in all areas of their lives. Through repetition, routine, self-advocacy, and staying active, students can thrive.Presentation Appropriate for Ages 11 and Up
Speaker: Kay AdamsAnxiety is everywhere throughout our culture and then in 2020 we added a global pandemic. Where do we turn for the inner calm required for conscious life choice? Personal expressive writing on a notebook or screen can mitigate anxiety responses by helping us clarify thoughts, sort through complex feelings, make action plans and celebrate small successes. Presentation Appropriate for Ages 13 and Up
Speaker: Isabelle TierneyIn the last 10 months, stress levels have skyrocketed due to the pandemic, the political climate, and general uncertainty about the future. It's no surprise that stress wears on our physical, mental, and spiritual health. In this presentation, you’ll learn a proven method to help you reduce your stress and restore your well-being, anytime, anywhere. Presentation Appropriate for Adults/Parents
For Full Workshop Descriptions and Speaker Bios, View/Download the Documents Below:
Dr. Shelly Mahon's Keynote Presentation Description
2021 Conference Schedule, Workshop & Speaker Descriptions
2021 Stress & Anxiety Schedules/Workshop Descriptions
Includes access to all 10 workshops (5 workshops on Friday Jan 29th and 5 workshops on Saturday Jan 30th).**Please note, we cannot accommodate refunds due to missing a workshop.