Calming Through Connection: Foundational De-Escalation Strategies (Virtual)

OUTLINE

Causes of Escalation

• Identifying common triggers that lead to escalation
• Systemic and environmental factors leading to escalated emotions in others

What is Safety

• How the brain and body operate when emotionally safe vs. emotionally unsafe

The Cycle of Escalation

• Understanding and recognizing each stage and appropriate interventions for each

Emotional Regulation Strategies

• How do we handle anger and anxiety 
• Strategies for regulating our emotions in response to others

De-Escalation Approaches 

• Practical strategies to de-escalate others and create emotional safety.
• How to stay calm and respond effectively in high-stress situations.

De-Escalation Framework

• Using the EVEN approach to empathize, validate, explore and negotiate.
• Group scenarios to practice de-escalation approaches.

Please email hello@oaksmentalhealth.ca for assistance with group registrations, or if you wish to use an alternative payment method. Group discounts and student discounts are available on a case-by-case basis. 

NOTE: This course involves a significant amount of group work. If you are apprehensive about the idea of group work due to social anxiety or any other concern, please notify us. We would be happy to accommodate you as best we can.

This training is part of our Mental Health Essentials for Non-Profits program. Learn more here!