Past Events

Are you looking to discuss how you can enhance your Clinical Supervision Skills? Join us every 1st Tuesday of the month (9am PT, 8am AKT, 10am MT) to learn from other practicing professionals and receive consultation from Paul Hunziker MA, LMFT, SUDP and Lynsey Parrish (Northern Cheyenne, Crow, Turtle Mountain Chippewa), MSW, LICSW. These monthly consultation sessions will be open to all workforce members within Region 10 (Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington) who have completed the Northwest ATTC Clinical Supervision training series. The sessions will be an opportunity to discuss implementation of the Clinical Supervision model and discuss successes and challenges you may be experiencing.  

A common approach in learning any complex skill is to work with experts assisting in the development of competencies. Motivational Interviewing (MI) On-the-Spot offers an opportunity to enhance practitioners’ skills and confidence in the utilization and integration of MI into practice by providing access to subject matter experts to obtain immediate feedback during a one-hour, online, open forum. Bring your questions and join in on the dialogue to increase MI knowledge and change clinical practice approaches through the utilization of an MI style of communication.   To join Motivational Interviewing OtS use the Zoom login below on the scheduled time and day: Step 1: Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84298416541 Step 2: Join by Telephone (ONLY if device doesn't have a microphone built in): Phone: +1 669 900 6833 (US Toll) or +1 408 638 0968 (US Toll) Meeting ID: 842 9841 6541

The New England ATTC, in partnership with the New England Association of Recovery Court Professionals (NEARCP) is providing this intensive technical assistance at the Incentives Camp on 6/28/24 from 8:30 pm to 4:40 pm with subject matter experts Helen Harberts, JD and Judge Diane Bull. The Incentives Camp is a one-day event designed to help treatment court teams learn the essential principles of evidence-based behavior modification and contingency management with  high risk/high need participants.  Program participants will learn to develop a team dynamic that emphasis detecting, praising, and appropriately rewarding progress and positive behaviors and how to develop a range of evidence-based, rapidly produced, low-cost, but highly impactful incentives.  Teams will practice delivery of behavioral responses to participants for every team member in multiple settings (office visits, home visits, and court). Other topic include the impact of adolescent brain development, and participants’ barriers to learning; learning how to deliver behavioral responses that create learning, build participants’ skills, and instill hope; learning how to “flip the script”, build alliance, trust, and positive engagement so participants look forward to court status hearings. Upon completion of the camp, the treatment court teams will be ready to immediately make changes using science-based approaches to changing behavior. [This is a private, targeted technical assistance (TA) event.  If you are interested in similar TA, please contact [email protected]] Please Visit NEARCP's website for more information and resources!

DESCRIPTION  Research has shown what sexual minority and gender diverse community members have always known: families and caregivers play a critical role in wellbeing and lifelong health for LGBTQ+ young people. Family acceptance and support can be an enormous asset to a youth who is struggling; likewise, family rejection can have devastating effects in physical and emotional health, future orientation, risk behaviors, and resilience. Learn more about the evidence that strong family support in adolescence matters for a happy and healthy LGBTQ adulthood, as well as intervention strategies and tips for working with rejecting families.   LEARNING OBJECTIVES  Explore shifting demographics and emerging trends within LGBTQ+ youth populations. Identify which caregiver behaviors may be received as rejecting, affirming, and embracing, and describe how family attitudes directly impact health outcomes for LGBTQ+ Youth. Develop strategies to nurture family acceptance and support caregivers as they adapt.                                                       PRESENTER    Kate Bishop, MSSA, Education Coordinator at the LGBT Health Resource Center of Chase Brexton, is a seasoned professional development trainer with expertise in working with LGBTQ populations, sexual and reproductive health care, adolescent development, intimate partner violence, and sexual trauma. She is certified as a trainer through GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network) as well as SAGE (Services and Advocacy for GLBT Elders). Before joining the Chase Brexton team, she developed the capacity building program at the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s STAR TRACK Adolescent HIV program, providing cultural responsiveness trainings for agencies that serve sexual minority youth of color. Ms. Bishop holds a Bachelor of Arts in Gender Studies from Hiram College and a Masters in Social Work from Case Western Reserve University.  

The New England ATTC in partnership with RICARES is providing a basic/universal TA session titled "Politics Versus Policy": Qualitative Insights on Stigma and Overdose Prevention Center Policymaking in the United States on 6/27/24 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. Overdose prevention centers (OPCs) have been shown by research data to help to prevent overdoses, but governments and policymakers across the US have expressed uncertainty about allowing these centers to open and operate. Researchers looked at how stigma affects rulemaking around OPCs by interviewing key informants in the area of OPC policy in several US states. These states went through different processes in creating policies related to OPCs and researchers found that these processes were affected by stigma against OPCs, people who use drugs, and harm reduction. Stigma came from politicians, media, institutions, and members of the public. Based on these findings, researchers believe that it is important to understand stigma and how it impacts policymaking with respect to OPCs at various stages and how destigmatizing interventions can be used to promote OPCs and other harm-reduction efforts in the US. Register now!! Article link:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36403456/

ACEs, Substance Use & Suicide: How Do They Intersect? NEW DATE: Thursday, June 27, 2024 from 9:00am- 12:00pm CT Presenter: Tisha Jenkins, University of Central Arkansas Summary: ACEs or adverse childhood experiences are possible traumatic events that take place during one’s childhood years (birth – 17 y/o).  Examples of traumatic events include violence, abuse neglect; witnessing violence either in the home or community; having a family member attempt or complete suicide; a threat safety, stability, and bonding (substance use, mental illness, protracted separation from a parent).  If not appropriately addressed, children who experience the effects of ACEs are at a greater risk of substance use disorder, behavioral addiction, and suicidal behavior.  This webinar will cover the importance of early intervention and preventative measures to reduce the impact of ACEs throughout the lifespan. Objectives: The participant will become familiar with ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and possible impact throughout the lifespan. The participant will learn the latest statistics of suicide related to SUD and behavioral addictions. The participant will identify what substances are more significant in relation to suicide. The participant will become familiar the warning signs for suicide. The participant will distinguish between suicide and overdose. The participant will become familiar with prevention efforts as related to addiction and suicide. The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) is an Educational Consortium partner of the SSW ATTC. This webinar is in response to a need in HHS Region 6 and intended for behavioral health professionals and students in AR, LA, NM, OK, and TX. 

The New England ATTC in partnership with the Massachusetts Re-Entry Community Resources for Justice is providing this four-part targeted TA series in "Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for Substance Use and Co-occurring Disorders" on 6/17, 6/20, 6/24, and 6/26 with subject matter expert Taylor D'Addario. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a cognitive behavioral treatment that was originally developed to treat chronically suicidal individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and it is now recognized as the gold standard psychological treatment for this population. In addition, research has shown that it is effective in treating substance use disorders and a wide range of co-occurring mental health disorders such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and eating disorders. [This is a private, targeted technical assistance (TA) event.  If you are interested in similar TA, please contact [email protected]]

This 1.5-hour webinar is intended for mental health professionals who work with individuals who have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and substance use disorder (SUD) comorbidity. According to research, PTSD and SUDs are extremely prevalent co-occurring disorders, with each diagnosis raising the chance of the other. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has established six principles of trauma-informed care that are intended to promote a supportive and healing environment for those who have suffered trauma. The presenters will go over these six principles and how to implement them when assisting clients recover. These principles guide the delivery of trauma-informed care, ensuring that services are compassionate, respectful, and successful in meeting the varied needs of trauma survivors. This webinar aims to provide attendees with evidence-based methods and practical tools for facilitating change and promoting recovery in this dual-diagnosis population.   LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Discuss the prevalence and impact of co-occurring PTSD and SUD Understand the six principles of trauma-informed care Implement trauma-informed care in clinical practice   CERTICIATES: Participants who fully attend this training will be eligible to receive a certificate of attendance. Certificates will be sent via email within two weeks after the conclusion of the training.   TRAINERS: Mark Sanders, LCSW, CADC, is an international speaker in behavioral health whose presentations have reached thousands throughout the United States, England, Canada, Spain, Lithuania, West Indies and Guam. He is the recipient of five behavioral health lifetime achievement awards including the prestigious NAADAC Enlightenment Award. He is Founder of The Museum of African American Addictions, Treatment and Recovery which is the 2023 winner of the Faces and Voices of Recovery Innovations In Recovery Award. He is the author of 5 books on recovery and had had a 30-year career as a university educator.     Isa Vélez Echevarria, PsyD is a Puerto Rican clinical psychologist. She is the Ohio State Project Manager for the Great Lakes Addiction, Mental Health, and Prevention Technology Transfer Centers managed by the Center for Health Enhancement Systems Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  During her pre-doctoral internship at Children’s Institute in Los Angeles, CA, she obtained a certification as Interpersonal Psychotherapy Clinician. She was trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Therapy. In addition, she provides telehealth services to communities of color in Massachusetts and Puerto Rico. Her clinical work has focused on culturally tailored and trauma-informed services to Latinx communities.       The Great Lakes A/MH/PTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.

There have been significant advances in the treatment of hepatitis C, which impacts people who use substances to a higher degree than the general population. Screening for hepatitis C is a requirement for any SUD treatment program that receives block grant funding. This webinar will help any SUD treatment provider or staff who is working with people who use drugs and may be at risk of hepatitis C. Learning objectives: Learn about the epidemiology of hepatitis C and its overlap with substance use and other related disorders. Review the clinical characteristics and outcomes associated with hepatitis C Identify hepatitis C screening best practices and ways to incorporate hepatitis C screening, referrals, and treatment into substance use disorder treatment programs. Dr. Hermione Hurley is an Associate Professor at University of Colorado, working at Denver Health as a Physician of Infectious Disease and Addiction Medicine. Her interest in providing low barrier care was prompted after observing poor health outcomes for people released from incarceration as they transitioned back into the community. Her position is supported by the departments of Psychiatry, Public Health and Medicine enabling integrated treatment of infection in opioid treatment programs, and substance use treatment for people living with HIV. Dr. Sarah Rowan is the Associate Director of HIV and Viral Hepatitis Prevention at the Public Health Institute at Denver Health and an Associate Professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Colorado Denver. She is board certified in infectious diseases and specializes in the care of patients with HIV, hepatitis C, and sexually transmitted infections. Dr. Rowan’s research focuses on optimizing public health efforts to diagnose, treat, and prevent HIV and hepatitis C (HCV). She also serves as the Associate Director for Public and Community Health for the Mentored Scholarly Activity Program in the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

In this webinar, presenters Rebecca Rossom, MD, MS, and Stephanie Hooker, PhD, MPH, will discuss the design and implementation of Opioid Wizard, a clinical decision support tool embedded in the EHR for primary care clinicians. The goal of the tool is to help clinicians identify, screen, diagnose and treat opioid use disorder (OUD). They will also discuss one of the supplements to CTN 0095, which tested a training to reduce stigma towards people with OUD among primary care clinicians. 1.5 CME/CE credits available. For more information about credits types and accreditation, download our flyer. Learning objectives Identify three (3) reasons why it is important to identify and treat OUD in primary care settings Describe two (2) ways that an EHR-embedded clinical decision support tool could help clinicians address care gaps for people with OUD List at least one (1) main finding from CTN 0095 and/or its supplement About the speakers Dr. Rebecca Rossom is a Psychiatrist and Senior Investigator at HealthPartners Institute, and the Site PI for the NorthStar Node of the NIDA CTN.  Her research tends to focus on pragmatic trials, including clinical decision support systems to improve cardiovascular risk for people with bipolar or schizophrenia, improve diagnosis of cognitive impairment, or improve recognition and treatment of OUD. Dr. Stephanie Hooker is Research Investigator at HealthPartners Institute with a background in clinical health psychology and public health. Dr. Hooker’s research interests are in behavioral and psychosocial influences on health and disease. The long-term goal of her research program is to develop interventions for health behavior change and well-being that can be delivered in healthcare and community settings. Dr. Hooker completed her PhD and MPH degrees at the University of Colorado Denver. Prior to joining the Institute in 2019, she completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Primary Care Behavioral Health at the University of Minnesota Department of Family Medicine and Community Health.  

  About the webinar In this webinar, presenters Stephanie Hooker, PhD, MPH, and Rebecca Rossom, MD, MS, will discuss the design and implementation of Opioid Wizard, a clinical decision support tool embedded in the EHR for primary care clinicians. The goal of the tool is to help clinicians identify, screen, diagnose and treat opioid use disorder (OUD). They will also discuss one of the supplements to CTN-0095, which tested a training to reduce stigma towards people with OUD among primary care clinicians. Learning objectives At the conclusion of the webinar, participants will be able to: • Identify three (3) reasons why it is important to identify and treat OUD in primary care settings • Describe two (2) ways that an EHR-embedded clinical decision support tool could help clinicians address care gaps for people with OUD • List at least one (1) main finding from CTN-0095 and/or its supplement 1.5 CME or CE credits available. See credit types below. Sponsored by the Northwest and Pacific Southwest Addiction Technology Transfer Centers (ATTCs) and the Western States Node of the NIDA Clinical Trials Network.   

The New England ATTC in partnership with the Health Education & Training Institute is providing targeted TA in “Foundational Motivational Interviewing” on 6/26/24 and 6/27/24 with nationally renowned motivational interviewing (MI) trainer Stephen Andrew. MI is a client-centered, evidence-based method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and resolving ambivalence. This two-day training will introduce how to use MI with patients with substance use and mental health diagnoses. Participants will have extensive opportunities to practice integrating MI techniques into a range of therapeutic interventions. Register now!!

DESCRIPTION This event is the third session of a series of CLAS webinars presented in collaboration with the National Hispanic and Latino Center of Excellence. It will explore the development of disparities in the US and their impacts on marginalized and racialized communities. Utilizing a social justice framework the participants will learn about building health equity, cultural humility, and community engagement. This training will center on the Enhanced CLAS Standards, Cultural Self-Assessments and other tools designed to improve services and eliminate health disparities. This session will focus on the incorporation of CLAS within professional organizations and settings.   SESSION 3  LEARNING OBJECTIVES Define and discuss the components of the National CLAS Standards, including the Principal Standard and main three themes Explore considerations for CLAS implementation Review domains to assess PRESENTER                                                                  Haner Hernandez PhD, CPS, CADCII, LADCI Haner is Puerto Rican, bilingual and has worked for over 36 years in the health and human service field developing, implementing, and evaluating culturally and linguistically intelligent youth and adult health prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery support programs.  He is a master trainer and facilitator and provides individualized technical assistance and support to organizations that provide Substance Use Disorder, Mental Health, Gambling prevention, intervention, and treatment and recovery support. Also, Dr. Hernández has over 3 decades of experience in delivering addiction counseling and clinical supervision to professionals in the field. Haner is a person in long-term recovery (36+ years) from addiction and is committed to eliminating health disparities by participating in processes that build equity.  He has served as a consultant to a number of local and state health departments with a focus on disparities, building health equity, addiction treatment, and recovery supports.  He also consults with and teaches a number of trainings through the New England Addiction Technology Transfer Center at Brown University and the National Latino and Hispanic Center of Excellence funded by SAMHSA.   For immediate questions, contact [email protected]

SBIRT is a comprehensive public health approach for delivering prevention, early intervention and referral to treatment services to people using substances in a harmful or risky way. We will review the skills necessary to provide screenings, brief interventions, and extended brief interventions.  During office hours, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions, participate in discussions, present cases, and provide potential topics related to SBIRT as the sessions move forward. DETAILS AND LOGISTICS OF OFFICE HOURS Time:    12:00pm—1:00pm EST Where: Virtual Dates:    June 25, 2024 July 30, 2024 August 27, 2024 September 17, 2024   SIGN UP FOR JUNE’S SESSION TODAY!                                                                               PRESENTER:                                                                           Billie Jo Smith, MS, LPC Billie Jo currently serves as a Program Manager for the Behavioral Health Integration team at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center’s Health Plan.  Billie Jo has worked in the addiction treatment field for over 15 years, first as a clinician, and later a supervisor and manager in various clinical settings including residential and outpatient treatment facilities. Billie Jo trains and consults with providers in the behavioral and physical health fields across the United States. Billie Jo conducts all levels of Motivational Interviewing (MI) training up to and including coaching and supervision.  Billie Jo trains MIA-STEP (Motivational Interviewing Assessment: Supervisory Tools for Enhancing Proficiency), SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment), Technology-Based Clinical Supervision and other topics relevant to the treatment of substance use and co-occurring disorders.  Billie Jo has been a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) since 2018.  Billie Jo is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Pennsylvania.

This training is intended for any provider who is caring for or in contact with LGBT individuals, including mental health and substance use disorder clinicians, HIV healthcare providers, government employees, primary care providers, public health practitioners, prevention specialists, community-based organizations, educators, and school-based care providers and staff. The training includes an introduction to key terms and concepts (such as gender identity and sexual orientation), treatment considerations for clinical work, and addressing the specific needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.   LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Recall two (2) factors that might contribute to substance use among LGBT clients. Identify two (2) barriers for health screening and medical care for LGBT clients. Recognize two (2) health issues/behaviors for which LGBT clients have a higher risk. Identify two (2) strategies service providers can implement to create affirming environments for LGBT people. Specify one (1) treatment approach that has been shown effective with LGBT populations. Explain the concept of “cultural humility” and theorize one (1) way that it differs from “cultural competency.” Analyze two (2) strategies for creating culturally affirming interactions.     CERTIFICATES: Those who fully attend will be eligible to receive 3 NAADAC continuing education (CE) hours. NAADAC CE certificates will be sent to qualifying participants via email within 1-2 weeks after the conclusion of the training.     TRAINERS:   Tom Freese is the Director of Training, UCLA Integrated Substance Abuse Programs; Director, Pacific Southwest Addiction Technology Transfer Center, HHS Region 9; Co-Director           Grant Hovik, MA is a Trainer and Online Curriculum Developer, UCLA Integrated Substance Abuse Programs and the Pacific Southwest Addiction Technology Transfer Center           The Great Lakes A/MH/PTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.

The New England ATTC, in partnership with Rhode Island Department of Corrections – Adult Probation is providing targeted technical assistance in Criminal Thinking and Antisocial Logic on 6/25/24 from 9:00-4:00 with subject matter expert Brenda Westberry. This training will introduce specific thinking patterns that underline criminal behavior patterns for justice involved clients. The use of evidenced based practices in assessment and treatment planning will be covered in addition to exploring how to deal specifically with these behaviors in criminal justice settings. [This is a private, targeted technical assistance (TA) event.  If you are interested in similar TA please contact [email protected]]

The New England ATTC in partnership with the Massachusetts Re-Entry Community Resources for Justice is providing this four-part targeted TA series in "Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for Substance Use and Co-occurring Disorders" on 6/17, 6/20, 6/24, and 6/26 with subject matter expert Taylor D'Addario. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a cognitive behavioral treatment that was originally developed to treat chronically suicidal individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and it is now recognized as the gold standard psychological treatment for this population. In addition, research has shown that it is effective in treating substance use disorders and a wide range of co-occurring mental health disorders such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and eating disorders. [This is a private, targeted technical assistance (TA) event.  If you are interested in similar TA, please contact [email protected]]

LGBTQIA people are much more than their sexual orientation and gender identity. This interactive webinar combines the perspectives and practices of both Cultural Humility and Motivational Interviewing, inviting participants to consider how these approaches, used in tandem, can enhance engagement and retention of LGBTQIA people. Trainer: Paul Warren, LMSW Credits: This training has been approved for two renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and two initial hours (CPP, CPS) through New York State’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS). As an IC & RC member board, OASAS accredited courses are granted reciprocal approval by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee. Many other states offer reciprocity - please check with your accrediting agency. Participants are required to attend the ENTIRE training, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.

Self-Care and Transformation Training for Behavioral Health Providers Tuesday, June 24, 2024 from 9:00am- 4:30pm CT IN PERSON TRAINING Address: Oklahoma Primary Care Association, 1900 Northwest Expressway #1601 Oklahoma City, OK 73118 Facilitator:LAUREE DASH, BA, MMTCP, MSC & JOE D. HOLCOMB, MBA Oklahoma Behavioral Health Association welcomes back Mindfulness and Healing Practitioners Lauree Dash and Joe Holcomb for an even deeper dive into self-care and transformation. This day-long experiential retreat will feature teachings themed primarily around self-care and gentle transformation within. Teachings will include: Self-Awareness Exercises, an Introduction to Mindfulness and Mindful Self-Compassion, Peacefinder Tools for Everyday Life, Sacred Breathwork, Compassionate Movement, Sacred Sound Yoga Nidra, and Mindful Remembrances. This is not only an opportunity for learning new modalities and practices for your clients, but also an opportunity to dive deeper into your own true nature and needs. In-person attendance only. Lunch will be provided. 7 CEU'S will be available to LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LADC, CPRSS, CPS, and CM's. Free for OBHA Members and SAMHSA Region VI providers in Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, New Mexico and Louisiana Trainer Bios: LAUREE DASH, BA, MMTCP, MSC Lauree Dash is a Certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher, Advanced Yoga Nidra practitioner, and the only trained teacher in Mindful Self Compassion[MSC] in Oklahoma. Because of her life experience, Lauree is passionate about bringing self-compassion and healing to people facing challenges. A graduate of the 2-year Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training Program with Master Teachers Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach, she also studied UCLA Mindfulness[MAPS] classes and created a Mindfulness Meditation curriculum initially offered at The INTEGRIS Cancer Institute. She has been studying teaching and speaking about Mindfulness and Self-Compassion for over 6 years; leading retreats, working with professionals at Restore Behavioral Health, Chesapeake Energy, Public Strategies, and one-on-one in private practice. JOE D. HOLCOMB, MBA Joe D. Holcomb, is a mindfulness practitioner and professional coach with a passion for bring evidence-based practices and methodologies to co-workers, businesses, and the community. Joe obtained two bachelor’s degrees at Oklahoma State University and his master's degree at Oklahoma City University. He has spent the last 6 years studying with teachers at the McLean Meditation Institute, Inspired Sedona, Co-Active Training Institute, and MMI Mindful Training Company to go deeper in meditation, breathwork, and professional coaching. He serves as a training partner with MMI Mindful Training Company and has brought Mindfulness@Work practices to organizations such as Chesapeake Energy and the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET).

The purpose of this training is to provide an introduction to Trauma Informed Care for faith communities. The goal is that participants will gain a foundational understanding of trauma-informed care and practical strategies to integrate these principles into their faith communities, fostering a more supportive and healing environment for all members.  

Virtual service delivery in the substance use and mental health treatment fields is here to stay, according to Meurer-Lynn (2023) and other notable researchers (Aafies- van Doom, et al., 2023; Shore, 2021; etc.). As such, how to blend in-person and virtual service (hybrid) delivery becomes an important question. Hybrid service delivery is a mixture of in-person sessions with videoconferencing sessions and may include phone check-ins. Hybrid service delivery models are known for providing flexibility, especially to clients with access issues, such as clients living in rural areas or those with transportation issues. Join the online consultation session every third Friday of the month to ask questions and discuss/share hybrid service delivery tips for practitioners. Examples of topics that can be discussed are: how to determine the right combination/ratio of virtual and in-person sessions; leveraging in-person and virtual (video and phone) sessions; negotiating a schedule with clients that will increase engagement, attendance, and adherence to treatment; what clinicians and administrators need to consider when initiating hybrid delivery services (e.g., reimbursement, privacy/security issues, staffing, telephone policies). To join Hybrid Service OtS use the Zoom login below on the scheduled time and day: Step 1: Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/99479731969 Step 2: Join by Telephone (ONLY if device doesn't have a microphone built in): Phone: +1 669 900 6833 (US Toll) or +1 408 638 0968 (US Toll) Meeting ID: 994 7973 1969 Continuing education hours are not provided. 

Need assistance applying and/or integrating the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Criteria? Join On-the-Spot the 3rd Friday of each month at 10:00 a.m. MT / 11:00 a.m. CT for a one-hour session with an ASAM professional who will answer and discuss questions related to: program development; 6-dimensional assessment and treatment planning; and continued service, transfer and discharge management. Participants will have the opportunity to share case studies and receive guidance on how to use ASAM to make informed decisions with the client across the continuum of care. OtS is an open forum guided by the participants at each session. We look forward to meeting you and providing guidance on using ASAM. No registration required, join anytime within the hour. Join ASAM Integration and Application OtS anytime during the scheduled day/time using the Zoom login below: Step 1: Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/761231872 Step 2:  Join by Telephone (ONLY if device does not have a microphone built in) Dial: +1 669 900 6833 (US Toll) or +1 408 638 0968 (US Toll) Meeting ID: 761 231 872

The purpose of the Leadership Institute Coaching Circles is to delve deeper into topics discussed at the Immersion training, check in and network with other participants, problem-solve any issues participants might be facing and encourage others in their leadership development. This coaching circle is part of the Leadership Institute program and is closed to outside participants. If you want to learn more about this initiative, please contact Bree at [email protected].

Description:  Improve skills to identify and understand emotions  ​Identify maladaptive behaviors in managing emotions and struggles during active substance use disorder  ​Decrease emotional vulnerability  ​Increase adaptive coping strategies and outcomes during long term recovery  Discuss the importance of integrating wellness exercises with dynamic actives in treatment to motivate the participant