Whether you are communicating with your partner, boss, friend, or children difficult conversations can be challenging and even nerve wracking. If you are uncomfortable with conflict, like so many of us are, you may avoid those critical conversations entirely, sometimes to the detriment of a personal or professional relationship. Through this training you will learn how to prepare for a difficult situation, get the conversation off to the best possible start and manage their emotions. You will gain insights into real situations you have experienced and leave feeling more confident in dealing with them effectively.

About the Speaker: 

Erin Hodge-Williams is a licensed clinical social worker with a master’s degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work. Erin has over 25 years of experience working with children, adults and families in both clinical and non-clinical settings. Erin practices therapy with the Chesapeake Mental Health Collaborative in Towson. Her specialty is in addressing trauma; anxiety and depression; grief and loss; chronic/acute medical conditions; and life/career transitions. Prior to her work as a therapist, Erin was the executive director of Higher Achievement, a non-profit organization in Baltimore City serving middle school students and their families.