Raising children is not always easy, but you don’t have to do it alone or without help! Come check out this series of parent discussions with local licensed social workers Christine Rogerson and Kyle Ganson, with dates this Fall in Kittery and York.
These “check ins” include a short presentation and time for questions. Topics will include adolescent development, social media, and mental health and substance use. These monthly sessions are FREE and will include helpful resources and refreshments. Participants will get a chance to win a raffle prize of a parenting book chosen by our counselors! FMI contact Michelle Mason at (207)-351-2669 or mmason@yorkhospital.com.
2018 Dates:
Kittery
All Kittery events include dinner and childcare. Childcare RSVP required–please email Michelle Mason at mmason@yorkhospital.com or call 351-2669.
Monday, September 24th from 6-8pm at the Kittery Community Center
Topic: Surviving Adolescence: Tools for Parents
Join us for an interactive presentation geared towards understanding your adolescent. Specific topics will include managing adolescent stress and anxiety, promoting healthy boundaries and peer/parent relationships. Tips & tricks to survive adolescent years will be explored.
October 22nd from 6-8pm at the Kittery Community Center
Topic: Social Media: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
This interactive presentation will explore social media and its affects on adolescent development. Specific topics will include the social and psychological effects of social media, social media literacy for caregivers, and the use of social media for peer relationships.
November 26th from 6-8pm at the Kittery Community Center
Topic: Anxiety: How Much Is Too Much?
This interactive presentation is focused on understanding adolescent anxiety. Attention will be given to understanding what is “normal” and what is “too much”. Caregiver strategies supporting adolescent anxiety management, as well as promoting resiliency will be shared.
York
Wednesday, September 19th from 4-5:30pm at the York Public Library
Topic: Surviving Adolescence: Tools for Parents
Join us for an interactive presentation geared towards understanding your adolescent. Specific topics will include managing adolescent stress and anxiety, promoting healthy boundaries and peer/parent relationships. Tips & tricks to survive adolescent years will be explored.
October 17th from 4-5:30pm at the York Public Library
Topic: Social Media: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
This interactive presentation will explore social media and its affects on adolescent development. Specific topics will include the social and psychological effects of social media, social media literacy for caregivers, and the use of social media for peer relationships
November 14th from 4-5:30pm at the York Public Library
Topic: Anxiety: How Much Is Too Much?
This interactive presentation is focused on understanding adolescent anxiety. Attention will be given to understanding what is “normal” and what is “too much”. Caregiver strategies supporting adolescent anxiety management, as well as promoting resiliency will be shared.
Bios:
Kyle T. Ganson
Kyle T. Ganson graduated from Wheelock College in 2013 with a Masters Degree in Social Work. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice, Kyle works with adolescent and adult clients experiencing a variety of mental health and life difficulties, including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, and boy’s/men’s issues. Kyle is an adjunct instructor in the social work programs at the University of New England and Simmons University. He is also completing his PhD and is currently a doctoral candidate at Simmons University.
Christine V. Rogerson
Christine Rogerson graduated in 2007 from the University of New England with a Masters Degree in Social Work. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, passionate about social inclusion and sharing life’s joy. She has spent much of her clinical work focusing on children and young adults with disabilities, struggles with mental health and those in foster care. She currently is employed with the University of New England’s Social Work program working with students before and during their field practicums. She also is completing a Social Work Ph.D program at Simmons University in Boston.