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Course Description

Hot topics in mental health are constantly emerging and evolving. Staying current in your knowledge and contributing to community conversations and support is critical to professional and personal development. Each year from September to June we will offer monthly CBT Lunch and Learns. These 60 minute sessions are offered remotely through Zoom, and will include a presentation on a current trend, topic or issue in mental health.

  • Lunch and Learns are not eligible for any discounts.
  • Sessions are not recorded. 
  • There are no slides or handouts provided.

Registration

Select a CBT Lunch and Learn to view the cost or add the session to your cart. Complete your registration with payment. 

Notes

For more information contact the Faculty of Social Work Professional Development office:

Email: fswprofessionaldevelopment@wlu.ca
Phone: 548-889-4967

Cancellations and Transfers
Be sure to carefully review our cancellation and transfer information before registering.

See our website and Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

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Section Title
CBT Tips for Managing OCD
Type
Remote
Days
W
Time
12:00PM to 1:00PM
Dates
Sep 10, 2025
Schedule and Location
Total Hours
1.0
Delivery Options
Remote  
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee non-credit $20.00
Section Notes

Time Zone: All remote workshops are ET (Ontario, Canada).

Instructor: Thomas Brown, MSW, RSW

Location: This webinar is being held remotely through Zoom.

Website: wlu.ca/fswpd

Webinar Description

In this lunch and learn, we will explore CBT treatment for OCD from the lens of uncertainty. We will discuss the concept of uncertainty, the ways it drives and maintains OCD and how the ultimate goal of treatment is to accept that even our worse fears may come true.

Section Title
October: Coping with Caregiver Burnout
Type
Remote
Days
W
Time
12:00PM to 1:00PM
Dates
Oct 08, 2025
Schedule and Location
Total Hours
1.0
Delivery Options
Remote  
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee non-credit $20.00
Section Notes

Time Zone: All remote workshops are ET (Ontario, Canada).

Instructor: Pina Barbieri, MSW, RSW

Location: This webinar is being held remotely through Zoom.

Website: wlu.ca/fswpd

Webinar Description

Now more than ever, caregivers are experiencing burn out. The global pandemic put an incredible amount of additional strain and stress on caregivers – those caring for children, caring for partners with illness, and those caring for aging parents or grandparents. Take this opportunity for self-care and learn some specific cognitive behavioural strategies that are shown to reduce caregiver burnout.

Section Title
November: Managing the Rise of ADHD – Vision and CBT Suggestions
Type
Remote
Days
W
Time
12:00PM to 1:00PM
Dates
Nov 05, 2025
Schedule and Location
Total Hours
1.0
Delivery Options
Remote  
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee non-credit $20.00
Section Notes

Time Zone: All remote workshops are ET (Ontario, Canada).

Instructor: Thomas Brown, MSW, RSW

Location: This webinar is being held remotely through Zoom. 

Website: wlu.ca/fswpd

Webinar Description

Join us for this energetic discussion about vision and symptoms of ADHD with Thomas Brown, co-owner of Qualia Counselling Services. Learn how the increase of working from screens may be impacting your own or your loved one’s attention, impulsivity and vision abilities. Hear some key strategies on what can help.

Section Title
December: The Gift of Great Sex – CBT tips for Improving Sexual Intimacy
Type
Remote
Days
W
Time
12:00PM to 1:00PM
Dates
Dec 03, 2025
Schedule and Location
Total Hours
1.0
Delivery Options
Remote  
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee non-credit $20.00
Section Notes

Time Zone: All remote workshops are ET (Ontario, Canada).

Instructor: Thomas Brown, MSW, RSW

Location: This webinar is being held remotely through Zoom.

Website: wlu.ca/fswpd

Webinar Description

We all want to enjoy the benefits of loving, fun and exciting sexual intimacy. Like many things, the global pandemic drastically impacted sexual intimacy and expression – affecting people everywhere. Learn what research has shown the impacts to be, as well as some specific strategies for improving your sex life. This holiday season, give yourself and your partner the gift of great sex!

Section Title
January: Using Strategic Pause and Reflective Rumination to Boost Your Mental Health
Type
Remote
Days
W
Time
12:00PM to 1:00PM
Dates
Jan 07, 2026
Schedule and Location
Total Hours
1.0
Delivery Options
Remote  
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee non-credit $20.00
Section Notes

Time Zone: All remote workshops are ET (Ontario, Canada).

Instructor: Thomas Brown, MSW, RSW

Location: This webinar is being held remotely through Zoom. 

Website: wlu.ca/fswpd

Webinar Description

Setting goals, intentions and taking time for setting positive actions in one’s life is admiral. Yet do we take enough time to really listen to what our life, values and circumstances really tell us? Are we really in harmony with the direction we want our lives to be going in? Don’t miss this lunch and learn for an opportunity to review proven techniques to help you find inner peace and know with more surety you are pursuing your best life.

Section Title
February: Managing Health Anxiety
Type
Remote
Days
W
Time
12:00PM to 1:00PM
Dates
Feb 04, 2026
Schedule and Location
Total Hours
1.0
Delivery Options
Remote  
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee non-credit $20.00
Section Notes

Time Zone: All remote workshops are ET (Ontario, Canada).

Instructor: Thomas Brown, MSW, RSW

Location: This webinar is being held remotely through Zoom.

Website: wlu.ca/fswpd

Webinar Description

COVID-19 changed the global dialogue on health conversations, maybe forever. The virus, variants, vaccine reactions – these conversations have turned almost every mind to thoughts of illness and health, like never before. In this lunch and learn, learn what health anxiety is, how it manifests and is maintained, and an approach to help.

Section Title
March: Introduction to Post-Traumatic Growth
Type
Remote
Days
W
Time
12:00PM to 1:00PM
Dates
Mar 04, 2026
Schedule and Location
Total Hours
1.0
Delivery Options
Remote  
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee non-credit $20.00
Section Notes

Time Zone: All remote workshops are ET (Ontario, Canada).

Instructor: Pina Barbieri, MSW, RSW

Location: This webinar is being held remotely through Zoom. 

Website: wlu.ca/fswpd

Webinar Description

A beautiful phenomenon of human resilience and strength observed and being more recently studied is that of post-traumatic growth. In this inspiring lunch and learn, learn more about what this term means, the key facets of post-traumatic growth, and how to measure and harness this strength.

Section Title
April: Battling Loneliness
Type
Remote
Days
W
Time
12:00PM to 1:00PM
Dates
Apr 08, 2026
Schedule and Location
Total Hours
1.0
Delivery Options
Remote  
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee non-credit $20.00
Section Notes

Time Zone: All remote workshops are ET (Ontario, Canada) 

Instructor: Thomas Brown, MSW, RSW

Location: This webinar is being held remotely through Zoom. 

Website: wlu.ca/fswpd

Webinar Description

We often think that loneliness is a matter of opportunity to have and engage in relationships. Interestingly, research shows there are very specific thoughts and behaviours that can lead to chronic loneliness, and that we can change for improved connection, relationship building and happiness. Learn with us on how to increase your meaningful connection with others and have the type of relationships you most desire.

Section Title
May: Tips for Decreased Social Anxiety
Type
Remote
Days
W
Time
12:00PM to 1:00PM
Dates
May 06, 2026
Schedule and Location
Total Hours
1.0
Delivery Options
Remote  
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee non-credit $20.00
Section Notes

Time Zone: All remote workshops are ET (Ontario, Canada) 

Instructor: Thomas Brown, MSW, RSW

Location: This webinar is being held remotely through Zoom. 

Website: wlu.ca/fswpd

Webinar Description

Social anxiety can leave us feeling awkward, embarrassed and self-conscious – and feed into cycles of ongoing anxiety and depression. In this webinar, learn what the symptoms of social anxiety are, what feeds into it the most, and a few concrete ways to feel more socially confident and carefree.

Section Title
June: Pride and Mental Health
Type
Remote
Days
W
Time
12:00PM to 1:00PM
Dates
Jun 10, 2026
Schedule and Location
Total Hours
1.0
Delivery Options
Remote  
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee non-credit $20.00
Section Notes

Time Zone: All remote workshops are ET (Ontario, Canada) 

Instructor: Thomas Brown, MSW, RSW

Location: This webinar is being held remotely through Zoom. 

Website: wlu.ca/fswpd

Webinar Description

Pride celebrates diversity, inclusion and belonging – and demonstrates steps we’ve taken as a society to create positive, safe space. Join with us to learn more strategies for interpersonal inclusivity and how we can continue to take more meaningful individual action to bolster mental health and support the Pride community.

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