Why this matters
Your emotional support companionship should be someone who understands human behavior, communication, overwhelm and safety. These certificates don’t make me a psychologist — they simply show the training behind my work and my dedication to this cause. They ensure that I listen responsibly and support you without causing harm.
Introduction to Psychology
Development and Language
Cognition
Self and Others
Human Variation
Happiness
Psychological First Aid
Reflective Listening/Rapport
Assessment and Prioritization
Intervention and Disposition
Self-care
Disorders Related to Trauma
Psychological Disorders
The Nature of Trauma
Acute Stress Disorder and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Dissociative Disorders
Social Psychology
Social Perceptions and Misperceptions
The Psychology of Self-Presentation and Persuasion
Obedience, Conformity, and Deindividuation
Group Behavior
Helping, Hurting, and Peacemaking
Empathy
Conflict Management Essentials
The Power of Empathy
The Power of Pause
How to Take Tough Feedback
Handling Personal Attacks
Navigating Team Stress
Advocating for Yourself
Conflict Transformation
Conflict as an Opportunity
Conflict Styles
Conflict Analysis Tools
Mediation
Identifying Deeper Issues
Introduction to Self-Determination Theory: An Approach to Motivation, Development, and Wellness
Self-Determination Theory
Organismic Integration Theory and Basic Psychological Needs Theory
Well-being and Life Goals
Need Satisfaction
Self-Determination Theory in Different Domains
Finding Purpose and Meaning in Life: Living for What Matters Most
The Foundations of Purpose
How Purpose Organizes Our Lives
How Purpose Changes Our Lives
How Purpose Works
Purpose at Work
The Purpose Predicament
The Sweet Spot Framework
Navigating Hard Conversations
Purposeful Job Search
The Gift of Gratitude
Work Smarter, not Harder: Time Management for Personal and Professional Productivity
Time Management Fundamentals and Planning
Work-Life Balance and Delegation
Effective Communication and Scheduling
Become a Peer Sponsor: Intro to Military Transition Support
Establishing Positive Relationships
VSOs and SMARTER Goals
Suicide Prevention
Mindfulness
Supporting Veterans in Higher Education
Intro to Military Structure
The Military, A Brief History and Overview
Military Culture
Veterans: Definitions
Transitioning to Civilian Life
Admissions Considerations for Veterans
Veterans and Financial Considerations
Veteran Health and Well-Being