Addressing Suicide Through Music: Free Workshop Equips Attendees with Empowerment Habits
Is it glorifying suicide to talk about it? In Idaho, suicide is the second leading cause of death for individuals ages 10-44. Rather than avoiding the topic, learning how to discuss struggles in a supportive, informed way may prevent the next crisis, whether it be suicide, road rage, or another violent act.
The Mood Music Management: 6 Empowerment Habits workshop provides a transformative approach, using music as a tool to support mental health and guide difficult conversations. This free workshop, funded by Music4Life® (M4L), Coeur d’Alene Symphony Orchestra (CSO), and Innovia Foundation, offers attendees practical skills and therapeutic music-based strategies facilitated by CDA Symphony musicians and expert co-facilitators. Led by TEDx speaker, music therapist, and author Judith Pinkerton, Founder of Music4Life®, this one-day workshop will equip participants with 30 therapeutic activities designed to improve mental well-being and reduce risks associated with negative music listening habits.
Workshop Details:
- Dates: (choose one to attend) Saturday, March 22, March 29, April 26, or May 3
- Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Canopy Village Family Support Center, 1350 West Hanley Ave, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815
- Format: In-person or virtual
- Cost: Free (Includes lunch for in-person attendees)
- Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Available
What You’ll Learn:
- How six goals transform habits
- What music contributes to suicide
- Where mood music works best
- When music influences the body
- Why an Emotional Profile is essential
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is ideal for mental health providers, licensed health professionals, educators, parents, teens, life/health coaches, and trainers who engage in supportive conversations with individuals struggling with anxiety, anger, depression, or sadness. Attendees will gain essential tools to navigate tough conversations and influence positive mental health outcomes.
Registration Information:
- In-Person Attendees: Receive a 67-page workshop manual upon arrival and a 6 Habits of Music Medicine for Highly Empowered People card set at the conclusion of the workshop.
- Virtual Attendees: Receive a Zoom link the day before the workshop. The 67-page workshop manual will be provided digitally, with an option to receive the 6 Habits of Music Medicine card set by mail upon completion.
Sign Up Today!
For more information or to register, call 208-765-3833 or fill out this form.
This April, in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, arm yourself with new life skills and music therapy-informed solutions that empower individuals to foster healthier conversations and emotional well-being.