“Supporting Loved Ones: Navigating Mental Illness in the Family” is a class designed to provide valuable insights and practical strategies for managing the challenges that come with having a family member dealing with mental illness. It focuses on equipping individuals with tools to better support their loved ones while maintaining personal well-being.

In this course, participants will learn how to recognize and understand different mental health conditions, how to offer emotional support, and how to set boundaries in a healthy way. The course will also cover coping mechanisms for managing stress and maintaining resilience in the face of challenges.

This class is specifically designed for women aged 18 and older who are dealing with a family member suffering from mental illness. It’s ideal for anyone seeking to better understand mental health issues within a family dynamic and looking for guidance on how to provide effective support.

Ilwiyyah Buthaina Bahrelelom Buthaina Bahar Alaloom, PhD LPC is a mental health counselor in private practice focusing on women’s issues and youth. Additionally, she is an adjunct faculty member in the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in the Clinical Mental Health graduate online program.

  • Date & Time
    • Saturday, April 12th, 2025
    • From 11:00am – 12:00pm ET
  • Duration: 60 Minutes
  • Where: The Mainstay Foundation (15170 N. Commerce Dr. Dearborn, MI 48120)

Register today!