This 60-minute webinar explores the impact of the bond between humans and their companion animals on mental health and emotional well-being. Grounded in evidence, it highlights the importance of a client-centered approach that integrates questions about pets into clinical practice. In addition to reviewing instruments and strategies for incorporating this topic into therapy sessions, the webinar includes a brief 10-minute sensitization activity using photographs depicting meaningful human-animal interactions. This exercise aims to foster empathy and reflection on how pets can represent deep emotional bonds and vital sources of support for clients.

This is an opportunity to:

• Reflect on the role of companion animals in contemporary society and in clients’ lives.
• Understand how bonds with pets influence clients’ well-being and mental health.
• Recognize the clinical benefits of incorporating pet-related questions into therapeutic contexts.
• Identify tools and strategies for assessing the human–animal relationship in clinical settings.
• Experience, through a brief sensitization activity with photographs, the emotional and therapeutic dimensions of the human-animal bond.

Please note that this workshop will not be recorded.

Registration will be open until Thursday November 13, 2025 (noon)

Date: Friday November 14, 2025 from 12:00pm-1:00pm

Facilitated by: Renata Roma, PhD

This one-hour, online webinar, with lecture and Q&A, will provide a practical, neurologically based behavioural treatment to really help your ADHD clients manage their anxiety.

Attendees will learn to:

• Understand the complex interaction between anxiety symptoms with ADHD.
• Distinguish between anxiety as a co-morbid condition versus anxiety as self-stimulation.
• Formulate and implement more targeted treatment plans.

Please note that this workshop will not be recorded.

Registration will be open until Monday October 27, 2025 (noon)

Date: Tuesday October 28, 2025 from 12:00pm-1:00pm

Facilitated by: Linda Tilley, Registered Psychologist

A 3-Hour Experiential Webinar 

In this webinar, we will explore the tender, hidden parts of ourselves known as exiles - the parts that carry burdens, such as pain, shame, fear, or unworthiness. Using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model, we will learn how to approach these vulnerable parts with calmness, compassion, and curiosity.

Through guided exercises, discussion, and self-reflection, participants will: 

• Develop a deeper understanding of exiles and their protective systems. 

• Cultivate Self-energy to create a safe, healing relationship with exiled parts. 

• Learn gentle approaches for unburdening exiles without overwhelming the system. 

• Gain practical tools for ongoing integration and self-leadership. 

This session is designed for those familiar with IFS who want to deepen their practice and build confidence in working with exiles—whether in personal exploration or professional settings. 

Presenter: Facilitated by Adam Terpstra RSW, RP, OVCS, CCC, OCT

Dates: Friday, October 24, 2025 from 9:30am-12:30pm

Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025 from 11:00 AM–12:00 PM

Facilitated by: Jaime Lee, RP

A facilitated, virtual workshop where those who have completed the Record Keeping and Documentation for Mental Health Professionals online course can extend their learning and explore the fundamentals of note taking.

This is an opportunity to:

• Connect with other registrants of the record keeping course

• Work with an expert facilitator to fine-tune your note taking skills

• Ask questions about the record keeping course

• Use a case study to explore best practices
• Identify your own areas for improvement in note taking and documentation

Presenter: Lisa Wilvert, MPS, RP

Date: Tuesday, June 24 2025 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Who Can Attend: OAMHP Members and Non-Members

Getting Started as a New Supervisor - June 20, 2025

Almuth Weigeldt
OVCS, RP

In this 2-hour interactive webinar new supervisors will be lead through interactive and reflective discussions to help them get started as a supervisor. Attendees of this webinar will:

• Identify and define their preferred supervision style,
• Prepare their own standard supervision contract forms and understand when to adapt them with supervisees, and
• Get started on promoting their supervisory services by defining their next steps to find supervision opportunities.

Attendees will be provided with relevant literature, templates for supervision contracts. and ideas for promotion.

This workshop is for mental health professionals who are starting their journey to become a clinical supervisor.

Facilitated by: Almuth Weigeldt, OVCS, RP

Date: Friday June 20, 2025 from 2:00-4:00pm

Who Can Attend: OAMHP Members and Non-Members

Peer Circle: Supervisor Responsibility - June 3, 2025

Date: Tuesday, June 3 4:00 PM–5:00 PM

Facilitated by: Laura McNeilly, RP

This 1-hour long presentation helps attendees better understand the potential of Psychology Today profiles. The webinar will focus on helping therapists identify their niche, write a compelling bio, and learn the do’s and don’ts of online profiles. Attendees will be given a walkthrough of the Psychology Today site to see sections that are often missed and where to find tracking metrics. Then, attendees will learn how to manually track metrics in Excel (with a spreadsheet attendees get to keep!) and measure the success of their profiles.

In this workshop, attendees will learn how to:

• Identify their niche (and understand why this is key to a successful PT profile);
• Write a bio that appeals to their ideal client;
• Utilize every area of their profile; and,
• Track the success of their profile.

**Please note that this webinar will not be recorded.**

Presenter: Facilitated by Rachel Warner, RP

Dates: Friday May 9, 2025 from 12:00-1:00pm

Who Can Attend: OAMHP Members and Non-Members

Getting to Know Your Self and Parts through Internal Family Systems - May 3 & 31

In this 2-part experiential workshop, attendees will develop the knowledge, skills and techniques to have an introductory understanding of Internal Family Systems.

In the first part, attendees will participate in breakout groups, experiential learning activities, open discussion and some lecture to learn:

1. Understand resistance and permission granting;
2. Gain an introductory understanding of Internal Family Systems;
3. Establish awareness of and mindful engagement with the concept of Self;
4. Learn about Parts; and
5. Practice connecting with their Parts.

In the second part, attendees will be able to focus on the application of IFS in their work. Attendees will discuss with the facilitator and other attendees what they have integrated the information from the first part in their work and what they haven’t, and where they need more support. A demonstration will be used to help attendees integrate the concepts of IFS.

Attendees will also be provided with resources to help them further engage with IFS following the workshop.

Presenter: Facilitated by Adam Terpstra RSW, RP, OVCS, CCC, OCT

Dates: Saturday May 3, 2025 from 9:30am-12:30pm AND Saturday May 31 from 9:30am-11:30am

Who Can Attend: OAMHP Members and Non-Members

CRPO Entry to Practice Exam Info Session for RP (Qualifying) Members

Are you preparing for the CRPO Entrance Exam? OAMHP is pleased to share that Jennifer Lane, a long-standing and well-respected board member, is once again offering her highly popular live prep course to help candidates feel confident and prepared. This comprehensive, interactive course has been a favorite among OAMHP members, providing:

• In-depth exam guidance based on CRPO requirements
• Key concepts & strategies to improve readiness
• A supportive learning environment with real-time Q&A

OAMHP members receive 10% off with the code: N41YJX536

Date/Time: March 18  (Part 1) & March 24 (Part 2)

Facilitated by: Jennifer Lane, MACP, RP, (cert)OAMHP

Who can attend: OAMHP members and non members

To register and for more information: Roots of Wellness

🔹 Note: The discount currently applies to the live course only, and not the on-demand version at this time.

In this experiential workshop, participants will gain an introductory understanding of Internal Family Systems (IFS). Through breakout groups, hands-on activities, open discussions, and brief lectures, attendees will explore key concepts like resistance, permission granting, Self, and Parts, while practicing techniques to connect with their own Parts. Resources for continued IFS engagement will also be provided.

Presenter: Adam Terpstra RSW, RP, (cert-S) OAMHP, CCC, OCT

Date: Saturday February 8, 2025 from 9:30am-12:30pm

Who Can Attend: OAMHP Members and Non-Members

CECs: 3

Getting to Know Your Self and Parts Through Internal Family Systems Workshop Registration

Risk Mitigation with Lisa Hamilton 

Lisa Hamilton is returning this February to talk with us again about risk mitigation. Come to this members only event to learn about the issues that arise for registrants of regulatory Colleges. Generously sponsored by McFarlan Rowlands.

Presenter: Lisa Hamilton

Date: Wednesday February 5, 2025 from 7:00-8:00pm

Who Can Attend: OAMHP Members Only

CECs: 1

Lisa Hamilton bio: 

Lisa Hamilton was called to the bar in Ontario in 1991 and is a partner at the law firm of Bell Temple LLP, a Toronto litigation firm that is recognized as one of the top 10 insurance defence boutiques in Canada.

The focus of Lisa’s practice for over 25 years has been the defence of regulated health professionals, including College complaints, complaints to the Privacy Commission, applications to the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, malpractice suits and related appeals.

Case Based Assessments - Peer Support Groups

This facilitated 90-minute session is a “study group” to help you feel confident and prepared to write the CRPO’s Case-Based Assessment. This program has been developed by experienced OAMHP facilitators who have first-hand knowledge of the Case-Based Assessment. OAMHP is offering this program as a support to OAMHP members. 

This October, we are offering eight free Peer Support Group for those CRPO registrants who are writing the CRPO’s Case-Based Assessment this April. Please note: you only need to attend one! This event is for OAMHP members only.  

• Tuesday October 15 at 7:00-8:30pm
• Monday October 21 at 7:00-8:30pm
• Wednesday October 23 at 9:00-10:30am

CBA Peer Support Group Registration (Oct 15 – 23)

Thriving in the Mental Health Landscape: A Symposium for Ontario Practitioners

This year, we are trying something new: a day-long hybrid symposium! Join us on September 19 for "Thriving in the Mental Health Landscape: A Symposium for Ontario Practitioners." Focused on the theme of professionalizing the profession, our hybrid event (in-person and livestreamed) will be affordable, accessible, and interactive.

Beginning with a keynote speaker discussing the role of mental health in healthcare and the importance of collaboration among professionals, you’ll continue the day participating in sessions designed to enhance your skills, understand your needs, and improve your business acumen, including guidance on navigating ethical standards in practice. Since this is a streamlined symposium, you do not have to choose between sessions!

Expect interactive discussions, idea-sharing, and exploration of key components of being a mental health professional in Ontario. The day concludes with our AGM and a President’s Reception, offering a chance to engage with the OAMHP community and celebrate our shared achievements.

Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 8:00am - 4:00pm (Symposium)

Who can attend: OAMHP members and non members

Symposium 2024

Supervision: The Evolution of Practice  

Supervision: the Evolution of Practice is an online workshop series for mental health professionals engaged in or wishing to engage in a supervisory relationship, spanning all stages of career progression:

• Clinical supervisors who are new to supervision - and those who have experience as supervisors
• Students and supervisees who engage in or wish to engage in supervision
• It brings together OAMHP members, non-members, and various stakeholders to build connection and that provides clear direction and best practices in clinical supervision.

Supervision: The Evolution of Practice

Writing Case Notes Workshop 

This 2-hour participatory workshop is designed to complement the Record Keeping and Documentation self-directed online course, and is only open to registrants of that course. Participants will explore best practices in note-taking and documentation standards in Ontario. Those attending will be able to further process note-taking course material, and integrate their learning in a facilitated group-based setting. Participants will be invited to take part in experiential exercises, and to bring their own questions for in-depth discussion and engagement on fine-tuning documentation skills and ensuring satisfactory practices.

Date: Wednesday June 26, 2024 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm EST

Who can attend: OAMHP members and non members

Prerequisite: Record Keeping and Documentation for Mental Health Professionals

Continuing education credits: 3

Writing Case Notes Workshop Registration – June 26, 2024

Skill Building for Therapists: Creating a Neurodivergent-Affirming Practice

This presentation uses client case reviews to help attendees understand how to create a neuro divergent affirming practice.

Attendees will be able to ask consultation-type questions to build awareness and skills and learn practical tips to enhance their practice, especially related to cultural competence and psychopharmacology.

Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Time: 7:00 PM -8:30 PM EST

Facilitated by: Christina Crowe, Registered Psychotherapist, H. BSc. MACP, RP, (cert-S)OAMHP (she, her), Validated Supervisor (S-Cert. OAMHP)

Who can attend: OAMHP members and non members

Continuing education credits: 1.5

Creating a Neurodivergent-Affirming Practice

CRPO's Case-Based Assessments (CBA) in Spring 2024

OAMHP is planning to hold support groups to help members prepare for CRPO's Case-Based Assessments (CBA) in Spring 2024.

Dates: 

Wednesday, March 27, 2024 from 7:00-8:30 PM

Tuesday, April 2, 2024 from 9:00-10:30 AM

Monday, April 15, 2024 from 9:00-10:30 AM

Wednesday, April 17, 2024 from 7:00-8:30 PM

Completing CRPO QA Assessment

CRPO Entry to Practice Exam Info Session for RP (Qualifying) Members

In an effort to meet the needs of our members in key points in their careers – we are pleased to partner with Roots in Wellness to offer support to you, our RP (Qualifying) members, as you prepare for your CRPO Entry to Practice exam. This 90-minute webinar that will help you better understand the exam format, grading, language, and tips and tricks for writing the CRPO Entry to Practice exam.

Date/Time: April 22, 2024  - 10am

Facilitated by: Jennifer Lane, MACP, RP, (cert)OAMHP

Who can attend: OAMHP members and non members

To register and for more information: CRPO Exam Preparation Info Session l Roots in Wellness

Grief Literacy Level Two with Rachelle Bensoussan Workshop

Grief Literacy trainings are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of grief and loss including an increase in practical skills, a broadening of grief related language and vocabulary, and an improved ability to navigate the complex landscape of grief and loss, including practical skills for supporting individuals. Workshops are inclusive of both death-related and non- death-related losses.

Date: Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 9:00am to 12:00pm EST

Who can attend: OAMHP members and non members

Prerequisite: Grief Literacy Level One (March 18)

Continuing education credits: 3

Grief Literacy Level Two with Rachelle Bensoussan Workshop – May 30,2024