Workshops When individuals experience times of transition and stress (disability, grief, unemployment, divorce, illness, unmet expectations) the resulting emotions can be intense and confusing. Professionals in helping fields may be concerned about saying the "right" thing, confused as to what is "normal" behavior, and may feel generally overwhelmed by their own desires and limitations to help. From Heartache to Hope Workshops are designed to assist professionals in the helping fields to develop the skills necessary to effectively interact with individuals and families and to find, or rediscover, greater meaning and satisfaction in their work.

From Heartache to Hope for Professionals (disability fields)

Journey with Stacey B Thacker, LMFT, as she shares her family's experience raising a child with multiple disabilities. In this interactive presentation, Stacey outlines the emotional impact of disability on the family and assists professionals in gaining the skills necessary to facilitate growth among the families they serve as well as in themselves.

(This workshop is also available for families of children with disabilities and/or special healthcare needs. Many organizations will host a special meeting with Stacey in the evening for families after she has presented to professionals during the day. Stacey offers this combination at a special reduced price.) 

From Heartache to Hope for Families with children who have disabling condition and/or special health care needs

Families who have children with special needs will find in this workshop a safe and inviting place to explore the emotional impact of their child's condition on themselves and their family. They will learn new ways of interacting with each other that foster support, love and maintain or restore functional family dynamics.

Heartache to Hope for Professionals (medical, social work, therapists, grief counselors)

In this interactive presentation, participants journey with Stacey B Thacker, LMFT as she shares her insights into the emotional process experienced by individuals and families during times of transition and stress. Through instruction, sharing and laughter, Stacey assists professionals in gaining the skills necessary to facillitate growth and empowerment among the clients they serve, as well as in themselves.

Compassion Fatigue

Burnout is high among professionals who work in the helping fields. In this interactive and engaging presentation, Stacey B Thacker, LMFT, discusses the impact of Compassion Fatigue on those who spend their lives in service to others. Participants gain a new perspective into ways of "being" with individuals and families that allows professionals to find renewed meaning and satisfaction in their work and "hang in there for the long haul."

Scheduling and Fees

To schedule a workshop, learn more about fees, or for more information, use the Contact Us link on this website. We will respond, in most cases, within 48 hours.