We provide coaching for individuals, couples and families wanting to improve their relationships and communication . . .
. . . mentoring and consultation for individuals and teams to increase effective communications and improve their systems and leadership . . .
. . . and evidence-based and best practices trainings and workshops focusing on suicide prevention and intervention as well as intentional communication.
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Intentional Communication is an interactive workshop that teaches participants the skills of deep listening and how to best respond in various conversations. Originally designed for those helping individuals in any kind of struggle, the skills taught can also be applied to various types of conversations from crisis to general decision making.
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CCSI
Community Crisis Services, Inc
The non-profit Community Crisis Services, Inc. has become a one-stop calling center for information & compassionate assistance for those in crisis. Calling the Hotline is often the first step an individual makes to access the mental health services & social service organizations within the community. We are here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for anyone facing crisis & personal turmoil.
Our vision is to provide compassionate crisis support through our hotline, safe shelter programs and information & referral services.
Man Therapy
Difficult Problems Require Bold Solutions
Suicide is a complex issue with many unique, contributing variables. While there is no magic solution when it comes to suicide prevention, we believe the best defense is a good offense. After years of research, Man Therapy® was created as an upstream approach to preventing suicide for the highest-risk men, who often don't receive support. The innovative campaign and 24/7 digital platform gets working-aged men to think differently about their mental health and take action before they ever reach a point of crisis. Man Therapy® has spent over ten years breaking down barriers to help-seeking behavior and smashing the notion that men can't talk about their feelings.
YOU CAN GET ‘CALM STRIPS’ THAT ARE MEANT TO RELIEVE STRESS AND ANXIETY.
“They attach to surfaces using a high-quality adhesive. You can stick them on your phone, your laptop, desk, pretty much anywhere you need them. The adhesive leaves little to no residue if you choose to move them. You can use them again and again!”
Our Vision
We envision a world where all members of the military, veteran and first responder communities have the training, skills and support they need to transform their mental health struggles into lifelong Posttraumatic Growth.
We do this by scaling innovative training programs based on the science of PTG. These research-backed programs — offered at no cost to participants — train members of the military, veterans, and first responders to experience growth and thrive in the aftermath of traumatic events.
Cindy Hodge
A.L.L.-IN Unlimited; Cynthia R. Hodge and Associates, LLC
I have had the privilege of working with Ames in a variety of roles over the last number of years. I have provided formal mentorship as she has grown in all of her skills as a trainer and intervener for suicide prevention/intervention . . .
Robert L. Hopper
safeTALK Trainer at VOA Illinois
In 2016, I had the privilege of being trained to become a certified safeTALK trainer for my work with the National Veterans Resource Squad (NVRS) by Ames. The training was intense, not only because of the content and topic . . .
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