Residential Program Family Workshop
Thank you for your interest in Silver Hill’s Family Workshop. This special one-day program is an opportunity for you to become more closely acquainted with the Silver Hill team and approach, plus learn more about your invaluable role in your loved one’s treatment and recovery.
Family Workshop Details
Next session: Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 8:45am–3:30pm (see agenda below)
Location: Martin Center on Silver Hill’s East Campus (see map below)
What to Expect
Our hope and goal is to offer meaningful tools, understanding, and knowledge to support you as an integral partner on the treatment team.
Participants will:
- Learn about the vital role you play in treatment and recovery.
- Hear directly from clinicians about family dynamics, treatment approaches, and transitions of care.
- Gain practical skills to improve communication and reduce conflict.
- Connect with staff, residents, and other families who share similar experiences.
Family Workshop Participants
The Family Workshop program is open to family members and close supporters of patients currently in Silver Hill’s adult residential programs. Participation is concentrated on patients and families who the treatment teams believe will benefit clinically through participation.
Agenda
8:45am-9:00am
Check-In and Light Breakfast and Beverages
Morning Session: For Families Only
9:00am-9:45am
Mindfulness and Integrative Psychiatry/Wellness for Families
Dr. Tanvi Gandhi, ND, Lac, Integrative Psychiatry
9:45am-10:00am
Expectations for Family Day
Emily Longo, LMFT, Director of Family Therapy
10:15am-11:00am
Mental Health/Addiction Treatment for Patients and Families
Amy Swift, MD, Deputy Chief Medical Officer
11:15am-12:00pm
Skill Building for Families
Emily Longo, LMFT
Lunch and Afternoon Session: For Families and Residents
12:00pm-1:00pm
Lunch
1:00pm-2:00pm
Family Mission Statement
Emily Longo, LMFT, and team
2:15pm–3:15pm
Communication Skills
Jonathan Coico, LCSW
3:15pm-3:30pm
Survey for Families and Residents
Please note: Agenda is subject to modification.
