This is a recording of the Session 1 Workshop for our center's Symposium on Harm Reduction, Healing Justice, and Mental Health Approaches on May 7, 2024. The workshop was led by Priscilla Ward, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has dedicated the past 19 years of her life to the helping profession by supporting youth, young adults, and families across a variety of settings. The workshop recording looks at what nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) is, why people engage in it, important factors to consider and how providers can respond to clients experiencing NSSI. The video covers trauma-informed strategies, evidence-based practices and practical assessment tools for effective treatment and prevention. Viewers may pursue a variety of learning objectives, including the following:
