EDUCATION DAY FOR MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIANS
Understand the culture.
Strengthen the care.
One day connecting clinical practice with the experiences of first responders and frontline workers.
Friday, February 26
2027 · 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Atlantic
Zatzman Sportsplex, Dartmouth
Nova Scotia
Registration coming later
Speakers and arrangements being finalised
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2027
PLANNING UNDERWAY
26 FEBRUARY
2027 · FRIDAY
Beyond Trauma Informed
Culturally Informed Care for First Responders and Frontline Workers
Zatzman Sportsplex, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Atlantic Time
Venue confirmed
A day for mental health clinicians who want to understand the work, earn trust and make care more relevant.
Registration is not yet open. Program and speakers are being finalised.
THE CONVERSATIONS THAT MATTER
What do clinicians need to understand before the first appointment?
- Occupational identity, language and workplace culture
- Confidentiality, credibility and barriers to seeking care
- Assessment and treatment that fit the person and the job
- Direct dialogue with first responders and frontline workers
A seat at the table
Our planned round table invites people doing the work to share what they need in counselling, the barriers they encounter and their responses to audience questions.
Planned program
All times Atlantic. Proposed sessions, subject to confirmation.
9:00
Opening keynote · Understanding the Culture—Earning Trust in Care
9:45
Occupational Culture in Practice
10:15
Break
10:45
The Work Behind the Role · Frontline cultures and clinical care
11:15
The First Appointment · Credibility, confidentiality and trust
11:45
Lunch
12:45
Culturally Informed Assessment
1:15
Treatment That Fits
1:45
Break
2:15
First responder, frontline worker and operator round table
2:45
Closing keynote · From Cultural Awareness to Culturally Informed Practice
3:30
Close
WHAT YOU WILL EXPLORE
Practical learning.
Real perspectives.
For counselling therapists, psychologists, social workers, psychotherapists and other mental health clinicians.
- Recognise how occupational culture can shape trust and help-seeking.
- Discuss confidentiality and barriers to care clearly.
- Adapt assessment and treatment to work demands and individual needs.
- Hear directly what first responders and frontline workers need from clinicians.
Participants and panellists will not be required to disclose personal trauma or confidential workplace information.
BEFORE YOU ATTEND
A few practical details.
Can I register now?
Registration is not yet open. Booking information and any attendance fee will be published once arrangements are confirmed.
Are continuing education credits available?
No accreditation or continuing education credit approval is currently confirmed.
Who is speaking?
Presenters and panellists are being recruited. Names will be published after participation is confirmed.
What about accessibility and dietary requirements?
Accessibility, accommodation arrangements and catering information for Zatzman Sportsplex will be published before registration opens.
Will there be exhibitor opportunities?
Display booths are being planned, subject to venue suitability. Exhibitor details and participation arrangements are not yet open.