FSAO Programming 2026

The Faculty and Staff Assistance Office (FSAO) is excited to announce its programming for January 2026! FSAO is committed to providing resources to Boston University’s faculty and staff members that help bring focus to your mental health and well-being.

Please register for an upcoming session by clicking the corresponding links below. For additional details and resources, please visit the Faculty & Staff Assistance website.

January Programs

Coping Conversations    

With Rev. Dr. Karen Coleman, Marsh Chapel (she, her) and Sarah Henderson, LICSW, Faculty & Staff Assistance Office (she, her)
Wednesday, January 14, 12-1 pm via Zoom, Register Here 

The start of a new year often brings shifting priorities, increased expectations, and pressure to “start strong.” This interactive workshop provides practical strategies participants can use to manage stress, stay focused, and maintain well-being amid personal and workplace demands. Participants will discuss and share simple coping tools and techniques for navigating change and uncertainty. You’ll leave with actionable practices to support a steadier and more productive start to the year.  

Manage Unexpected Events and Expenses 

Presented by Fidelity via Zoom Register Here   Thursday, January 22, 12-1pm via Zoom 

In this Fidelity presentation, learn how to assess spending and take control of a budget. Consider reasons for taking money from a workplace savings plan and understand ways Fidelity can help. 

Coping with the Emotional Rollercoaster of Separation and Divorce 

Presented by Catharine Blake, LICSW (she, her)  Tuesday, January 27, 12-1pm via Zoom, Register Here

This presentation helps individuals navigate the emotional and practical challenges of divorce with a focus on mindset and self-empowerment. It outlines the stages of grief, key coping strategies, and the identity shifts that follow a marriage’s end, including rebuilding social ties and routines. It also addresses parenting through divorce and effective co-parenting to reduce conflict and support children. Overall, it promotes a proactive, future-focused approach to moving through divorce with resilience and clarity.

Catharine Blake, LICSW specializes in helping families navigate divorce and co-parenting. She is a rostered Guardian Ad Litem, Co-Parenting Mediator and Divorce Coach.   

Watch Recordings of Past FSAO Programs

For questions about accessibility or to request an accommodation ( e.g. ASL Interpreters, Communication Access Realtime Translation CART), please email fsao@bu.edu. Please submit requests for accommodations as soon as possible.

Recommended Webinars and Presentations from Other Trusted Sources

McLean’s Mental Health Webinar series