The international journal for direct support professionals

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"An Exploration of Clinical Philosophy: Bridging Theory and Practice"

The International Journal for Direct Support Professionals: vol 13 issue 7

Authors: Virginia Jahyu and Erica D'Arpino-Sgrignuoli 

Published: July, 2024

Think of clinical philosophy as a moral compass that helps healthcare professionals steer their way through the commitment and challenges of being a direct support professional (DSP). It serves as a guiding framework that informs decision-making, shapes professional values, and influences the quality of the care we provide. This article is all about understanding why we do what we do, and what values drive our actions.

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Webinar: Let’s Talk: Clinical Philosophy: Bridging Theory and Direct Support Practice*

Featuring: Virginia Jahyu and Erica D'Arpino-Sgrignuoli 

Jul 25, 2024 02:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Registration:
https://nadsp.org/webinar-lets-talkan-exploration-of-clinical-philosophy-bridging-theory-and-practice/

ASL interpretation available along with closed captions. 

*Get Credit For Watching This Webinar Through the NADSP E-Badge Academy, you can get credit for watching webinars like this one by earning electronic badges (E-Badges) to demonstrate your knowledge, skills, and values.

"The Transformative Potential of Expressive Arts Therapy"

The International Journal for Direct Support Professionals: vol 12 issue 12

Authors: Virginia Jahyu 

Published: December, 2023

This article introduces and explores the transformative potential of expressive arts therapy.

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Webinar: Let’s Talk: The Transformational Potential of Expressive Arts Therapy*

Featuring: Virginia Jahyu

Dec 21, 2023 02:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Registration:
https://nadsp.org/webinar-lets-talk-the-transformative-potential-of-expressive-arts-therapy/

ASL interpretation available along with closed captions. 

*Get Credit For Watching This Webinar Through the NADSP E-Badge Academy, you can get credit for watching webinars like this one by earning electronic badges (E-Badges) to demonstrate your knowledge, skills, and values.

"The Power of Gratitude as Attitude"

The International Journal for Direct Support Professionals: vol 11 issue 4

Authors: Virginia Jahyu and Amanda Gee 

Published: April, 2022

This article explores and reflects on the benefits of gratitude within our personal and professional lives. 

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Webinar: Let’s Talk: The Power of Gratitude as Attitude*

Featuring: Virginia Jahyu and Amanda Gee

Apr 28, 2022 02:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Registration: https://nadsp.org/lets-talk-the-power-of-gratitude-as-attitude/

*Get Credit For Watching This Webinar Through the NADSP E-Badge Academy, you can get credit for watching webinars like this one by earning electronic badges (E-Badges) to demonstrate your knowledge, skills, and values.

"To Show Up and Step Up"

The International Journal for Direct Support Professionals: vol 9 issue 8

Authors: Virginia Jahyu and Roger Ramsukh

Published: August, 2020

This article explores and reflects on what stepping up and addressing anti-oppression, anti-racism, and equitable practices could look like in clinical spaces. 

To learn more, join the authors for a webinar on this topic: 

Please register for Let's talk w Dave Hingsburger; To Show Up and Step Up. on Aug 25, 2020 2:00 PM EDT at:

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8720042410653248783

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

"Responding Creatively: A Time Called for Physical Distancing"

The International Journal for Direct Support Professionals: vol 9 issue 6

During this time of unprecedented change, it is important to find creative ways to strengthen our mental health. This article explores creative ways to respond to the global lived experience of physical distancing and the dynamic experiences that come with it. Creativity can help with shifting our internal dialogue from defeat to empowerment. This article offers an interactive approach, filled with reflective prompts and practical tools that can serve you and the people you support in hopes of developing an inner stance of creativity, acceptance, and possibility.

Enjoy the article and then if you can join us for our webinar on Responding Creatively, with Virginia, this month’s author:

Please register for Let's Talk w Dave Hingsburger; Responding Creatively: A Time Called for Physical Distancing  on Jun 26, 2020 2:00 PM EDT at:

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6874590207344106254

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

"When Death Happens at Work: Working With and Through the Grieving Process"

The International Journal for Direct Support Professionals: vol 8 issue 10

Authors:  Virginia Jahyu and Amanda Gee

Published: October, 2019

Grief and grieving are a part of life, as are death and dying. This month’s journal gives practical advice for dealing with loss. 

To learn more, join the authors for a webinar on this topic:

Please register for When Death Happens at Work: Working With and Through the Grieving Process

on Thursday, October 24, 2019 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT at:

https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2420270685732715787

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

"The Alphabet Community: Who We Are and What We Need From You"

The International Journal for Direct Support Professionals: vol 8 issue 2

Authors:  Virginia Jahyu, Dave Hingsburger, Ayodele Moffett, and  Luke Lynn 

Published: February, 2019

This month’s journal discusses what the letters in the LGBTQ2S+ community mean and what it means to provide support for people with intellectual disabilities when it comes to sexual and gender diversity.

To learn more, join the authors for a webinar on this topic:

Please register for The Alphabet Community: Who We Are and What We Need From You 

on February 22, 2019 2:00 PM EST at:

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9089305682100256013

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.