# Leading Edge Seminars: Continuing Education Seminars for Mental Health Professionals
> Live, on\-demand, and in\-person continuing education for therapists and mental health professionals across Canada and the US since 1993\.
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## Pages
- [Continuing Education Seminars for Mental Health Professionals \| Leading Edge](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/)
- [Something Feels Off: A Perimenopause Toolkit for Mental Health Clinicians](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/perimenopause-toolkit-for-clinicians/): Your 42\-year\-old client says she doesn't feel like herself\. What do you ask next? A two\-minute clinical case and a free perimenopause toolkit for mental health clinicians\.
- [2026 EMDR Training Courses in Canada](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/emdr-training-courses-in-canada/)
- [Checkout](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/checkout/)
- [About Us](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/about-us/)
## Posts
- [When EMDR Stalls: Somatic and Ego State Approaches to Complex Trauma](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/when-emdr-stalls-somatic-and-ego-state-approaches-to-complex-trauma/)
- [Endings, Identity, and What Comes Next: Two Trainings on Retirement](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/endings-identity-and-what-comes-next-two-trainings-on-retirement/)
- [Beyond CBT\-I: Treating the Sleep Problems Hiding Inside Every Diagnosis](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/beyond-cbt-i-treating-the-sleep-problems-hiding-inside-every-diagnosis/)
- [Why a Destination Training Retreat Can Deepen Clinical Learning](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/why-a-destination-training-retreat-can-deepen-clinical-learning/)
- [What Is Polyvagal Theory? A Guide for Mental Health Professionals](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/what-is-polyvagal-theory-a-guide-for-mental-health-professionals/): Clinicians treating trauma and chronic stress often notice the same gap: a client can know, intellectually, that the danger has passed \- and still not feel safe\. Polyvagal theory offers a framework for that gap\. Here is what the theory actually says, how it is applied in practice, and where the current scientific debate stands\.
## Products
- [LW2027 Complex Trauma and Dissociation in Children: Assessment \& Treatment Strategies](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/training/live-webinars/6-hr-live-webinar/lw2027-complex-trauma-and-dissociation-in-children-assessment-and-treatment-strategies/): \Early Bird discount on now for a limited time\!\
\Includes 1\-year recording access\.
Price shown in CAD\. You can select and pay in USD at checkout\.\
- [LW2027 Integrative Case Conceptualization: A Polyvagal and Parts Work Approach with Jenifer Freedy](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/training/live-webinars/lw2027-integrative-case-conceptualization-a-polyvagal-and-parts-work-approach-with-jenifer-freedy/): \Early Bird discount on now for a limited time\!\
\Includes 1\-year recording access\.
Price shown in CAD\. You can select and pay in USD at checkout\.\
- [LW2027 Understanding Retirement Anxiety: Clinical Strategies for Identity, Purpose, and Life Transition with Margaret Wehrenberg](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/training/live-webinars/retirement-anxiety-course-therapists/): \Early Bird discount on now for a limited time\!\
\Includes 1\-year recording access\.
Price shown in CAD\. You can select and pay in USD at checkout\.\
- [LW2027 The Art of Ending Well in Therapy: Ethical and Compassionate Case Closure with Lynn Grodzki](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/training/live-webinars/termination-in-therapy-course/): \Early Bird discount on now for a limited time\!\
\Includes 1\-year recording access\.
Price shown in CAD\. You can select and pay in USD at checkout\.\
- [LW2027 Supporting Women Through Perimenopause: Clinical Approaches and Interventions with Kara Cruz](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/training/live-webinars/perimenopause-training-therapists/): \Early Bird discount on now for a limited time\!\
\Includes 1\-year recording access\.
Price shown in CAD\. You can select and pay in USD at checkout\.\
## Events
- [Complex Trauma and Dissociation in Children: Assessment \& Treatment Strategies](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/event/complex-trauma-dissociation-children-assessment-treatment-strategies/): When a child’s behaviour shifts or sessions stall, dissociation may be present\. Join Ana Gomez and Jillian Hosey for a two\-day clinical training on assessment, case conceptualization, and treatment planning to support safety, integration, and development\.
- [One\-on\-One with Megan Salar](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/event/one-on-one-with-megan-salar/): Join Michael Kerman, President of Leading Edge Seminars, for a free, live conversation with Megan Salar, MSW, an EMDR clinician, trainer, consultant, and author known for making advanced trauma concepts practical and accessible\.
- [Supporting Women Through Perimenopause: Clinical Approaches and Interventions](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/event/perimenopause-mental-health-training/): Join Kara Cruz to explore the mental health impacts of perimenopause and menopause and learn practical assessment, intervention, and referral strategies to better support women through this significant life transition\.
- [Integrative Case Conceptualization: A Polyvagal and Parts Work Approach](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/event/case-conceptualization-polyvagal-parts-work/): An integrative training exploring case conceptualization through Polyvagal Theory and Parts Work with Jenifer Freedy\. Learn to reframe symptoms, track nervous system states, and apply a dynamic, embodied framework in clinical practice\.
- [Free Cancun Conversations](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/event/cancun-conversations-2027/): Meet the presenters joining us in Cancun 2027 through five free, live 30\-minute Zoom conversations\. Preview their workshops, get to know their teaching approach, and bring your questions for the live Q\&A\. Advance registration is required for each session\.
## Speakers
- [Margaret Wehrenberg, PsyD](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/speaker/margaret-wehrenberg-psy-d/)
- [Robert A\. Neimeyer, PhD](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/speaker/robert-a-neimeyer-phd/)
- [Carolyn Ng](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/speaker/carolyn-ng/)
- [Jennifer Sweeton, PsyD, MS, MA](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/speaker/jennifer-sweeton-psyd-ms-ma/)
- [Robyn D\. Walser, PhD](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/speaker/robyn-d-walser-phd/)
## Venues
- [Tartu College Event Space](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/venue/tartu-college-event-space/): Tartu College Event Space is a centrally located, versatile venue in The Annex neighborhood of downtown Toronto, just steps away from the Spadina and St\. George subway stations\. Their banquet hall and meeting rooms are available for conferences, workshops, lectures, receptions, social events and much more\.
- [Online](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/venue/online/)
- [Toronto Central YMCA](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/venue/toronto-central-ymca-2/)
- [Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/venue/best-western-plus-chocolate-lake-hotel/): No other Halifax, Nova Scotia hotel can compare to the premium amenities and services provided to our pampered guests at the Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel\. This hotel offers a resort\-like feel while still being convenient to downtown Halifax and is coupled with a stunning lakeside setting that truly sets it apart from all others\. You can get away from it all and still be near the action with shopping, dining and events just a quick drive away\. Enjoy your stay\!
- [YWCA Toronto \- Elm St\. Location](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/venue/ywca-toronto-elm-st-location/)
## Categories
- [Uncategorized](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/category/uncategorized/)
- [Trauma Treatment](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/category/trauma-treatment/)
- [Blog](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/category/blog/)
- [Anxiety Disorders](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/category/anxiety/)
- [Mindfulness](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/category/mindfulness/)
## Categories
- [All Events](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/categories/all-events/)
- [On\-Demand Courses](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/categories/on-demand-courses/)
- [3\-hr On\-Demand Courses](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/categories/3-hr-on-demand-courses/)
- [6\-hr On\-Demand Courses](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/categories/6-hr-on-demand-courses/)
- [Trauma](https://leadingedgeseminars.org/categories/trauma/)
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