Mental Health Forum for Legal Professionals 2025
Course Date: May 7, 2025
Total: 3h 20min
Total Ethics: 3h 20min
Mental Health Forum for Legal Professionals 2025
Course Date: May 7, 2025
Total: 3h 20min
Total Ethics: 3h 20min
Course Introduction and Land Acknowledgement (9:00 – 9:05)
Genevieve Chang (she/her) — Program Lawyer, CLEBC, Vancouver
Cheryl D'Sa, KC — Narwal Litigation LLP, Vancouver
Brook Greenberg, KC — Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP, Vancouver
Brook Greenberg, KC — Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP, Vancouver
Recommendations for BC from Phase II of the National Study on the Psychological Health Determinants of Legal Professionals in Canada and Law Society Update (9:05 – 9:50)
- overview of BC-specific recommendations in the report
- what The Law Society of BC is already doing to address mental health and wellness in the legal profession
- what resources and support are available from The Law Society of BC
Cheryl D'Sa, KC — Narwal Litigation LLP, Vancouver
Brook Greenberg, KC — Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP, Vancouver
Brook Greenberg, KC — Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP, Vancouver
Claire L. Marchant (she/her) — Director, Policy & Practice, Law Society of BC, Vancouver
Questions, Comments, and Discussion (9:50 – 10:05)
- engage with panelists in an interactive session, asking questions and sharing experiences to foster a supportive community
Cheryl D'Sa, KC — Narwal Litigation LLP, Vancouver
Brook Greenberg, KC — Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP, Vancouver
Brook Greenberg, KC — Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP, Vancouver
Claire L. Marchant (she/her) — Director, Policy & Practice, Law Society of BC, Vancouver
Vicarious Trauma and Burnout in the Legal Profession: A Personal Account (10:05 – 10:35)
- personal story of navigating burnout and vicarious trauma in the practice of law, highlighting the challenges and lessons learned
Winston L. Sayson, KC, MGC (he/him) — Retired Crown Counsel, Richmond
Understanding and Addressing Vicarious Trauma (10:50 – 11:30)
- definition of vicarious trauma and its significance in the legal profession
- common emotional, cognitive, and behavioral symptoms
- the healing and recovery process
- when to seek professional support and what to expect
- prevention strategies
Dr. Jaleh Shahin, ABPP (she/her) — Registered Psychologist (BC, Alberta & Ontario), Board Certified in Clinical Psychology, UPsilon Clinic Inc., Vancouver and Edmonton
Understanding and Addressing Burnout (11:30 – 12:10)
- symptoms of burnout and the unique pressures that legal professionals face
- strategies and resources to effectively address burnout and promote mental well-being in high-pressure environments
- proactive measures and techniques for preventing burnout
Derek C. LaCroix, KC (he/him) — Executive Director, Lawyers Assistance Program of BC, Vancouver
Questions, Comments, and Discussion (12:10 – 12:40)
- engage with panelists in an interactive session, asking questions and sharing experiences to foster a supportive community
Derek C. LaCroix, KC (he/him) — Executive Director, Lawyers Assistance Program of BC, Vancouver
Winston L. Sayson, KC, MGC (he/him) — Retired Crown Counsel, Richmond
Dr. Jaleh Shahin, ABPP (she/her) — Registered Psychologist (BC, Alberta & Ontario), Board Certified in Clinical Psychology, UPsilon Clinic Inc., Vancouver and Edmonton
Closing Remarks (12:40 – 12:45)
Cheryl D'Sa, KC — Narwal Litigation LLP, Vancouver
Brook Greenberg, KC — Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP, Vancouver
Brook Greenberg, KC — Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP, Vancouver
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Handout: I Do Not Need a “Shrink” to Hold My Hand
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