Events & Classes

Support and education for a healthier community

Holistic Health Self-Care Strategies

Presenter: Melissa M. Estrada, L.Ac. Melissa is a California Board Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, Mindfulness Educator, and Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer.

Music Therapy and Mental Health

Presenter: Jessica Brizuela, MT-BC. Jessica is a harpist, board certified music therapist, certified neurologic music therapist, and certified hospice and palliative care music therapist.  Besides being a music therapist, Jessica is a well-established performer, having worked worldwide, and with such iconic rock bands such as Journey. Jessica uses her skills to serve patients in a fun, therapeutic, humanistic, and enjoyable manner.

Breastfeeding and Maternal Mental Health

Online - Breastfeeding and Maternal Mental Health

Presenter: Smadar Rubinsky, LCSW, CLE. Smadar is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Lactation Educator for the Huntington Hospital Maternal Wellness Program.  Smadar has earned a master’s degree in medical Anthropology from the University College of London and a Master’s in clinical social work from New York University.  She blends traditional psychoanalysis with solution focused therapy.  Smadar is a strong supporter and advocate for the Maternal Mental Health community.

YOGA

Presenter: Pamela Weatherspoon, MBA. During the month of May, the Della Martin Center will be providing free virtual presentations dealing with mental health. Topics include suicide awareness, teenage mental health, holistic self-care, as well as music/art therapy. All presentations will be offered via zoom.

Grief and COVID

Online - Grief and COVID

Presenter: Steve Scharf, M.A. Steve has worked at Huntington Hospital for the past eleven years in the role of Chaplain.  Steve achieved his degree from Fuller Theological Seminary located in Pasadena.  Before his work with Huntington, Steve worked with the city’s faith community living and servicing the poor and marginalized.  He has served in the Philippines, Los Angeles, and the slums of Caracas, Venezuela.

Tele-Noon Hour Series: Trauma and Injury Prevention

Online - Tele-Noon Hour Series: Trauma and Injury Prevention

Michelle Baker, RN, BSN, manager of trauma services at Huntington Hospital, will discuss common trauma-related injuries and how you can protect yourself from harm.