Suicide Awareness Workshop

This experiential workshop equips mental health professionals with practical tools to recognize and respond to suicidal ideation through the lens of Parts-based theory. Participants will explore how conflicting internal states—such as protective, wounded, and overwhelmed Parts—can contribute to suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Drawing from trauma-informed principles and clinical best practices, attendees will learn to:

• Understanding suicidality, at risk populations and best practices.
• Identify clients’ internal Parts and their roles.
• Distinguish suicidal Parts from the client’s opposing, healthier parts.
• Engage protective and resource Parts to reduce internal polarization and increase safety
• Facilitate respectful internal dialogue and foster cooperation between Parts

By deepening empathy and enhancing therapeutic alliance, this training empowers clinicians to support clients in navigating suicidal crises with clarity, compassion, and hope.