Name: Narrative Theory: A practical approach to creating healing spaces in the classroom.
Start: 2026-10-08T13:10:00-0700
End: 2026-10-08T14:00:00-0700

Narrative Theory: A practical approach to creating healing spaces in the classroom.

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Thursday October 8, 2026 1:10pm - 2:00pm PDT

Anderson

Limited Capacity seats available

This presentation introduces narrative theory as a strengths-based, culturally responsive intervention framework for school-based practitioners. Participants will learn how students construct meaning through personal narratives and how school professionals can support them in “re-authoring” their stories into more empowering ones.

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Thalia Guillen, ACSW

Behavioral Health Clinician, Merced County Office of Education

I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) with five years of experience in the mental health field, providing compassionate and culturally responsive support to children, adolescents, individuals, and families. My professional experience spans K–12 school settings, nonprofit... Read More →

Socorro Saavedra, LCSW

Behavioral Health Clinician, Merced County Office of Education

Socorro is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she currently works with students K-8 providing individual and family psychotherapy. Socorro has extensive experience working with individuals impacted by trauma who are system involved. Socorro also offers her own experience as an immigrant... Read More →

Thursday October 8, 2026 1:10pm - 2:00pm PDT
Anderson 3rd Floor

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