Whether you’re a parent, a partner, a relative, or a friend, as a caregiver for an adult with congenital heart disease (CHD) you face unique challenges and stressors. During this webinar, our speakers will explore the connection between your role as a caregiver and your mental health. Join us to learn practical techniques and strategies for self-care, methods to reduce stress and anxiety, and strategies to build emotional resilience.
About the Presenters
Alexandra Lamari-Fisher, PhD, is a licensed pediatric psychologist in UT Health Austin Pediatric Psychiatry at Dell Children's. She is embedded in the Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease program at Dell Children's Medical Center and specializes in the evaluation and treatment of children, adolescents, adults, and families affected by pediatric and congenital heart disease. Additionally, Dr. Lamari-Fisher is the Director of Embedded Pediatric Services and is the assistant professor in the Dell Medical School Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences.
Angela Nguyen, LCSW-S, is a licensed clinical social worker in the Division of Health Social Work at UT Health Austin. She manages the Clinical Social Work team that is embedded in the Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease program at Dell Children's Medical Center. She is the Assistant Director of Pediatric Clinical Social for the Division of Health Social Work at UT Health Austin and is an assistant professor of practice at the University of Texas at Austin School of Social Work.