In today’s fast-paced world, mental health education is more important than ever. Dr. Erika Updegrove offers a variety of professional workshops and training sessions that help schools, organizations, and community groups create healthier, more informed environments. With deep expertise in clinical psychology, behavior analysis, and neuropsychology, Dr. Updegrove designs each session to be practical, relatable, and backed by evidence-based strategies.

These workshops are perfect for educators, mental health professionals, business leaders, support staff, parents, and community advocates who want to better understand emotional and behavioral challenges—and learn how to respond with empathy, structure, and effectiveness.

What Makes These Trainings Unique?

Unlike generic mental health presentations, Dr. Updegrove’s workshops are personalized and dynamic, rooted in real-world application. Whether addressing a school faculty on student behavioral issues or working with a corporate team on stress management, each session is thoughtfully adapted to the audience. She blends psychology with practical tools, engaging stories, and open discussion to ensure participants not only learn but feel empowered to apply what they’ve learned.

Key Topics Covered

• Stress Management & Burnout Prevention: Learn techniques to recognize and manage stress in personal and professional life, with a focus on long-term emotional sustainability.
• Behavioral Health in Schools: Understand the signs of emotional dysregulation in children and adolescents, and gain tools for classroom management and student support.
• Emotional Regulation Skills: Explore how to identify emotional triggers and develop healthy coping mechanisms, useful for all age groups.
• Neuropsychological Principles in Daily Life: Discover how brain function influences behavior, learning, and emotional expression—especially helpful for educators, therapists, and caregivers.
• Trauma-Informed Practices: Learn how to recognize trauma responses and create safe, supportive environments in schools, workplaces, and community spaces.
• Mental Health Awareness for Teams: Help staff and employees understand signs of depression, anxiety, and burnout—and how to seek or offer appropriate support.

Who Can Benefit?

These trainings are suitable for a wide range of groups, including:

• Public and private schools (teachers, counselors, administrators)
• Nonprofit organizations and advocacy groups
• Corporate teams and HR departments
• Healthcare workers and caregivers
• Faith-based and community groups

Format & Delivery

Sessions can be held in-person or online, depending on your organization’s needs. Formats range from 60-minute lunch-and-learn sessions to half-day or full-day trainings. For deeper development,