Please join us for this free continuing education webinar by Dr. Melissa Hiller Lauby. It is available to all clinical psychology specialists as a live webinar and will be made available on-demand.
Title of Presentation: Caring Through Chaos: Mental Health in Disasters
Presenter: Melissa D. Hiller Lauby, PhD, ABPP
Date: Thursday, May 29, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM PT/12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET
CE Credit: 2.0 hours
Presentation Summary:
This webinar offers a comprehensive introduction to Disaster Mental Health (DMH) in the United States. Participants will explore the evolution of DMH, examine common psychological reactions to disasters, and gain foundational knowledge in Psychological First Aid (PFA), including its core actions. The session will provide practical guidance on developing an effective Disaster Mental Health Plan for individuals, teams, or organizations and equip attendees with essential tools to support psychological resilience in the aftermath of disaster.
Learning Objectives:
1. Explain the history of Disaster Mental Health in the U.S.
2. Identify core elements of a Disaster Mental Health Plan.
3. Discuss psychological first aid and its core actions.
Registration Required:
Only registered specialists will receive the Zoom link and access information.
The American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The American Board of Professional Psychology maintains responsibility for this program and its content. The American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s Board of Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0198.