Online I Understanding the Requirements and Best Practices of Psychotropic Medication
Instructor: Lori Switanowski, LMFT
Description: Join us for a powerful three-hour training, “Understanding the Requirements and Best Practices of Psychotropic Medication,” designed specifically for caregivers supporting foster and adopted youth in California. This engaging workshop explores how trauma, loss, and early adversity can impact a young person’s developing brain and influence behavior, emotions, and overall well-being. Participants will gain a clear understanding of California’s laws, safeguards, and guidelines surrounding the use of psychotropic medications for youth in care—ensuring decisions are safe, informed, and youth-centered. The training also highlights effective alternative interventions, trauma-responsive strategies, and a wide range of supportive resources available to caregivers. Leave feeling informed, empowered, and better equipped to advocate for the health and healing of the children and teens you support.
Lori Switanowski, LMFT, has over 30 years of experience supporting children and families. An adoptive mother, FKCE Program Director alum, and founder of Our Family Comes First, she specializes in helping families heal from trauma and build meaningful connections. Lori teaches parenting classes across California.
***Please Note: This class will be facilitated on the Zoom platform.
Internet access and access to a computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone is required to attend.
We kindly request that participants avoid using distracting virtual backgrounds. For privacy, we recommend using the blur feature instead.
You cannot take this class in a vehicle.
The Zoom link to attend this class will be provided via email.
Please follow the link below for a brief tutorial on how to sign up for a free Zoom account.
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