Caring For The Caregiver: Recognizing, Preventing, and Managing Burnout

$25.00
Description

Caring For The Caregiver: Recognizing, Preventing, and Managing Burnout

Caregivers devote immense time, energy, and compassion to supporting others, often at the expense of their own well-being. This interactive workshop explores the signs and causes of caregiver stress/burnout and helps participants recognize when their own needs require attention. Through practical strategies, self-reflection, and evidence-based tools, attendees will learn how to build resilience, establish healthy boundaries, prioritize self-care, and maintain emotional balance while continuing to provide quality care. Whether caring for family members, clients/patients, or community members, participants will leave with actionable techniques to support their own health and sustain their caregiving role over the long term.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify common signs and symptoms of caregiver stress and burnout.
  • Understand factors that contribute to compassion fatigue and emotional exhaustion.
  • Explore how to develop practical self-care and stress-management strategies.
  • Learn techniques for setting boundaries and seeking support.
  • Create a personalized plan to promote resilience and prevent burnout. 


What You’ll Receive:

  • 2 Live 60 min Zoom sessions 
  • Post-course worksheets and session resources (incl. key slides)
     

Workshop Overview:

  • Part 1: Recognizing & Responding To Your Needs

  • Part 2: Managing & Preventing Burnout


Starts - July 7th, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00pm

Cost: $25 


*Please note that the clinic will not be providing refunds after the program starts. 

Registration deadline: July 5th, 2026.

About the Facilitator:

Dr. Laura Walzak holds a doctorate in Clinical Neuropsychology from Simon Fraser University and is currently obtaining licensure as a registered clinical psychologist in BC. She completed her residency at Vancouver Coastal Health (CPA-accredited) and has experience in a variety of medical psychology settings including pre/post surgical assessment, oncology, concussion and brain injury recovery, and chronic disease management. She now serves as a clinician providing trauma-informed psychological services to veterans and RCMP members at the BC Operational Stress Injury (OSI) Clinic.

Dr. Walzak brings a unique blend of experience to the team through her specialized training in Neuropsychology and background in the assessment and treatment of trauma disorders. She has a deep appreciation for the experiences and resiliency of her clients and feels honoured to work with them on their health journeys. Outside of work Laura enjoys connecting with nature, trying to cook the latest viral recipe, and keeping busy chasing after her two sons.