McLean Hospital

02/20/2026

The mental health crisis continues to grow. Rates of depression, su***de, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders have increased in recent years and mental disorders are now one of the leading causes of disability throughout the world. Physicians, mental health clinicians, and many other health care professionals are being called upon to help.

Join us for this intensive, three-day, in person course designed to address this urgent need. Receive the latest information in psychiatry and mental health from our widely acclaimed faculty featuring internationally renowned speakers as well as expert clinicians in specialized practices.

Register now!

Gain essential, up-to-date strategies for addressing the growing mental health crisis in this immersive, evidence-based course led by top experts from McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School.

02/19/2026

Supporting children’s mental health doesn’t have to feel complicated. This 60-minute training will show you practical mindfulness techniques to help kids manage stress, stay calm, and thrive. Join our free training and help children thrive through mindfulness.

https://deconstructingstigma.org/virtual/coyne-mindfulness-home-school

02/18/2026

It's not about being clean—it's about fear. Contamination OCD traps people in cycles of obsessive thoughts and exhausting rituals that can take hours every day. The good news? It's highly treatable.

Read our free guide to learn how exposure therapy, medication, and evidence-based approaches are helping people reclaim their lives.

https://deconstructingstigma.org/guides/contamination-ocd

02/17/2026

K-12 educators and school faculty are often the first to notice when a young person is struggling. In this training, you’ll learn how to identify key signs, use practical strategies to provide support, and encourage students to access professional help when needed.

Watch for free!
https://deconstructingstigma.org/library/firpo-perretti-student-emotions

02/16/2026

This free, on-demand training featuring Doreen Marshall, PhD, and Roger Pottanat, MD, helps health care professionals learn what makes su***de assessment difficult—and how clinicians can build confidence, trust, and compassion in these crucial conversations.

https://deconstructingstigma.org/library/su***de-course-barriers-marshall-pottanat

02/12/2026

Meeting Kids Where They Are: McLean’s School-Based Mental Health Model

McLean’s School Consultation Service (SCS) empowers schools to meet kids where they are: in the classroom. Recognizing that schools are often a child’s most consistent point of contact, the SCS bridges the gap between clinical settings and everyday learning environments.

Read more about the SCS and their work:
https://www.mcleanhospital.org/news/meeting-kids-where-they-are-mcleans-school-based-mental-health-model

02/10/2026

Struggling with avoidance or tough emotions? Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) can help.

This training provides:
- Practical ACT exercises
- Strategies for values-based living
- Real-world applications for clinicians and caregivers

Free training | Register now!
https://deconstructingstigma.org/virtual/fabrett-using-act

02/09/2026

This Black History Month, we’re elevating voices that are too often unheard.

When someone sees their own story—or that of a loved one—reflected in these narratives, we hope it reminds them that they are not alone, and that healing is not only possible, but deeply deserved.

Read mental health stories from Black perspectives:
https://deconstructingstigma.org/stories-black-mh

02/05/2026

Every child deserves to feel safe. Join Jacqueline Sperling, PhD, for this free expert-led session on recognizing and addressing bullying.

Learn how to partner with schools, support children effectively, and prevent lasting harm—whether the bullying happens in person or online. Parents, educators, and clinicians are welcome.

Register now!
https://deconstructingstigma.org/virtual/sperling-bullying

02/04/2026

High-pressure environments challenge even the most experienced professionals.

Watch this free, on-demand session to learn practical CBT-informed and emotion regulation strategies that help manage stress, reduce burnout risk, and support effective performance.

https://deconstructingstigma.org/library/mchugh-stress

02/03/2026

With the 2026 Olympics around the corner, it is important to remind ourselves that all athletes—including Olympians—must take care of their mental health alongside their physical health.

Click below to read our free guide on athlete mental health:
https://deconstructingstigma.org/guides/athlete-mh

01/30/2026

DID is often misunderstood, which can lead to stigma and misdiagnosis. This free, on-demand session explains the condition in clear, compassionate terms and offers evidence-based guidance for clinicians, caregivers, and community members.

Learn how DID develops, why dissociation occurs, and how trauma-informed approaches support safety and healing.

Watch anytime for free.
https://deconstructingstigma.org/library/brand-did-providers