In 2026, social work continues to evolve far beyond its traditional boundaries of case management and counseling. Today’s social workers are data-informed advocates, systems thinkers, and community innovators. They leverage technology, cross-sector partnerships, and policy engagement to address complex issues such as mental health, climate justice, housing insecurity, and digital equity. The modern social worker operates at the intersection of human care and systemic change—balancing compassion with innovation to build more resilient, equitable communities.

This live webinar presentation will review the neurobiological benefits of play for adults, covering the properties of play, assessing the audience’s own level of playfulness, differences in play for the purpose of therapy or simply for “FUN”. The examination of various play forms will be offered including improvisation, therapeutic humor, play groups, novelty, and surprise. Explanation of how to incorporate these play modalities into clinical practice will be explored through experiential exercises with the audience.

This live webinar presentation will discuss Interpersonal Neurobiology in Action, Accessible Ways to Talk About Danger Brain/Safe Brain, Spreading the Word, and Applications for Your Settings.

Presented by Brittannee Jones, LMSW

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1 Continuing Education Hour

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Cost:
Member - $25
Student or Retired Member - $20
Non-Member - $35

As social workers and therapists, we know that bias and misunderstanding can profoundly shape the safety and well-being of our clients and are devoted to the consideration of how bias may impede clinical progress. This webinar will equip you with the tools to understand Jewish identity, history, and the contemporary lived experience—while addressing how antisemitism and its distorted narratives can impact mental health, treatment, and trust in therapeutic relationships. Through an exploration of Jewish cultural values, intergenerational trauma, and contemporary challenges, you will gain insight into how antisemitism manifests in both subtle and overt ways, and how to support Jewish clients and colleagues with sensitivity and accountability. Your professional practice will expand with learnings related to incidents, attitudes, and perceptions of antisemitism and concrete resources that offer support and empowerment for clients to develop their self-advocacy skills. Join us for this timely and essential training to build your cultural competency, strengthen your practice, and foster inclusive, trauma-informed and healing-centered care.