Building Strategic Relationships for Mental Health
The Mental Health Network
Upcoming Events
MARCH RoundTable
Friday, March 20th | 8:30-9:30AM
Riverside Medical Center / Dining Room
“Art Therapy Explained: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and How It Supports Healing”
Three Takeaway Objectives:
1. Understanding the Scope of Art Therapy
Participants will be able to clearly define what art therapy is, how it differs from general art activities, and understand the professional scope of practice of a trained art therapist — including when clinical intervention is appropriate.
2. Recognize When to Refer or Collaborate
Participants will identify situations in which collaboration with or referral to an art therapist may benefit clients, patients, students, or community members, particularly when emotional processing, trauma, or mental health concerns are present.
3. Incorporate Art into Personal Healing Practices
Participants will gain practical, accessible ways to integrate art-making into their own self-care and healing practices, while understanding the distinction between therapeutic art activities and clinical art therapy.
Catch us at the Safe Futures Conference!
April 9&10 | 8:30AM-4:30PM
Kankakee Community College | 100 College Dr, Kankakee
Now in its second year, the Safe Futures: Strengthening Our Response to Childhood Trauma Conference, hosted by Harbor House and sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, continues its commitment to advancing professional responses to childhood trauma. This free, two-day conference brings together experts, educators, and advocates to share evidence-based practices and practical strategies that strengthen our collective ability to support children and families impacted by trauma.
Day One (April 9) offers a more technical focus, featuring speakers such as nurses and law enforcement.
Day Two (April 10) centers on social work-based approaches, with speakers including mental health providers and social service professionals.
Attendees may register for Day One, Day Two, or both days, and will select their breakout sessions on the day of the conference. The conference includes keynote sessions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities. Lunch will be provided, and participants may earn free Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
CEUs are available for law enforcement officers in Kankakee, Will, and Grundy counties. Law enforcement officers do not need to register with Tri-River. Please register through KCC below. A sign-in sheet will be provided on the day of the conference to certify your attendance.
Network at the RoundTable
At the monthly RoundTable, you will meet residents and professionals from every sector of the community. We hear a presentation on mental health or community resources. Then we NETWORK! This is the place to strengthen your relationships to grow your capacity to effectively support the mental health needs of those you love.
Previous Events & Trainings
As a collaborative network for the whole community, we host trainings and events for every sector. Here are some of the presentations and trainings we’ve held.
