Current Programs

For Faculty, Staff and their Immediate Family Members

January Programs

Coping Conversations    

with Rev. Dr. Karen Coleman, Marsh Chapel (she, her) and Sarah Henderson, LICSW, Faculty & Staff Assistance Office (she, her)
Wednesday, January 14, 12-1 pm via Zoom, Register Here 

The start of a new year often brings shifting priorities, increased expectations, and pressure to “start strong.” This interactive workshop provides practical strategies participants can use to manage stress, stay focused, and maintain well-being amid personal and workplace demands. Participants will discuss and share simple coping tools and techniques for navigating change and uncertainty. You’ll leave with actionable practices to support a steadier and more productive start to the year.  

Manage Unexpected Events and Expenses 

Presented by Fidelity via Zoom Register Here   Thursday, January 22, 12-1pm via Zoom 

In this Fidelity presentation, learn how to assess spending and take control of a budget. Consider reasons for taking money from a workplace savings plan and understand ways Fidelity can help. 

Coping with the Emotional Rollercoaster of Separation and Divorce 

Presented by Catharine Blake, LICSW (she, her)  Tuesday, January 27, 12-1pm via Zoom, Register Here

This presentation helps individuals navigate the emotional and practical challenges of divorce with a focus on mindset and self-empowerment. It outlines the stages of grief, key coping strategies, and the identity shifts that follow a marriage’s end, including rebuilding social ties and routines. It also addresses parenting through divorce and effective co-parenting to reduce conflict and support children. Overall, it promotes a proactive, future-focused approach to moving through divorce with resilience and clarity.

Catharine Blake, LICSW specializes in helping families navigate divorce and co-parenting. She is a rostered Guardian Ad Litem, Co-Parenting Mediator and Divorce Coach.   

Watch Recordings of Past FSAO Programs

For questions about accessibility or to request an accommodation ( e.g. ASL Interpreters, Communication Access Realtime Translation CART), please email fsao@bu.edu. Please submit requests for accommodations as soon as possible.

Recommended Webinars and Presentations from Other Trusted Sources

McLean’s Mental Health Webinar series