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Webinar/Virtual Training
The 4th Edition of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) hardcopy and digital versions are now available for purchase. Treatment providers and program evaluators use patient placement criteria to ensure that clients receive the appropriate level of care based on person-centered needs. This 2-hour overview webinar will highlight changes in the 4th Edition. The content will explore the updated ASAM 6-dimensions and the revised and updated Continuum of Care. Level of care updates will be provided and how level of care will be determined utilizing the new criteria. Important Note: The ASAM 4th Edition was developed only for adults, adolescent and criminal justice versions will be available later this year.
Webinar/Virtual Training
The New England ATTC in partnership with RICARES is providing a basic/universal TA session titled “State-level homelessness and drug overdose mortality: Evidence from US panel data” on 3/21/24 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. Although we in recovery science understand well that not having access to steady, safe, and secure housing is a risk factor for drug overdose for a given individual, less is known about the relationship between homelessness and overdose mortality (the rate of death resulting from drug overdose) at the state level. In this study, researchers looked at data on housing, population, substance use, overdose, unemployment, and other variables from 2007–2020 for all US states and Washington DC. The result was that overdose mortality was found to be positively associated with homelessness at the state level in other words, the more homelessness there is in a state, the higher the state’s overdose mortality rate is likely to be. However, they found that this association becomes weaker when fentanyl is widely available in a given state. Researchers concluded that, given this association, policies, and programs to prevent and reduce homelessness should be considered critical elements of overdose prevention efforts. Article link: www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0376871623011481?ref=pdf_download&fr=RR-2&rr=85fb4e876ef442b5
Webinar/Virtual Training
The New England ATTC in partnership with the Health Education & Training Institute is providing intensive technical assistance in MITI Coding and Coaching on 3/27/2024 and 3/29/2024 with nationally renowned motivational interviewing (MI) trainer Stephen Andrew. The Motivational Interviewing Treatment Integrity (MITI) Version 4.2.1 behavioral coding system measures how effectively a clinician is using Motivational Interviewing (MI). The workshop provides a unique value offering intensive practice in coding coupled with specific application to coaching and feedback delivery. Participants will engage in learning through well-paced, immersive and highly interactive discussions, while having multiple opportunities to develop coaching plans for a variety of scenarios and practice delivering coding and coaching feedback.
Online Course
Ethics for Providers in the Recovery World Wednesday March 27, 2024     9:00am - 12:00pm CT A virtual training session on ethical behavior for behavioral health professionals in the recovery world. This session will explore the importance of ethical conduct in the modern workplace and address common obstacles encountered. Through interactive discussions and real-life scenarios, participants will gain practical insights into maintaining ethical standards in their professional roles. 3 CEU'S will be available to LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LADC, CPRSS, CPS, and CM's. Facilitator: Dr. Durand Crosby, Senior Deputy Commissioner at the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services This event is hosted by Oklahoma Behavioral Health Association, a partner with the SSW ATTC. All Non- OBHA members residing or working in HHS Region 6 (TX, OK, NM, LA, or AR) are eligible to attend at no cost.
Webinar/Virtual Training
  Harm reduction is any action that reduces risk and increases personal and public safety. Harm reduction approaches have proven to prevent death, injury, disease, overdose, prevent substance misuse or disorder and most of us practice harm reduction techniques daily. Join us for a 90-minute webinar exploring the fundamentals, history, and foundational principles of harm reduction. Gain insights into the advancement and significance of harm reduction in public health and learn from real-world examples demonstrating the potential of harm reduction initiatives. Discover practical strategies and interventions that can be integrated into existing organizational frameworks, without imposing additional financial burdens. Whether you're new to harm reduction or seeking to deepen your understanding, this webinar offers valuable insights and actionable ideas for advancing harm reduction efforts within your community or organization.   Objectives: Understand the history and evolution of Harm Reduction Draw connections between how principles of Harm Reduction have a role to play in medical, mental health, and substance use disorder treatment programs Recognize the role Harm Reduction plays in maintaining the dignity and autonomy of individuals   Bio: Jan Eliassen is the director of Harm Reduction Programs at Fargo Cass Public Health. She has been actively involved in addressing the needs of at-risk individuals in the community for over two decades. Her work focuses on harm reduction, low barrier services, and ending long term homelessness.  
Webinar/Virtual Training
Humor has long been recognized as a powerful tool in therapy, capable of breaking down barriers, fostering rapport, and promoting healing. This interactive session presented by Mallori DeSalle, MA, LMHC, NCC, CMHC, CHP delves into the art and science of using therapeutic humor to support clients in their therapeutic journey. Participants will explore the multifaceted benefits of humor in therapy, including its ability to reduce stress, enhance resilience, and facilitate emotional processing. Through case studies, role-playing exercises, and group discussions, attendees will learn practical strategies for incorporating humor into their therapeutic practice in a safe and ethical manner. Whether you're a seasoned therapist looking to refresh your approach or a new practitioner eager to expand your therapeutic toolkit, this session offers valuable insights and practical techniques for harnessing the power of humor to support your clients on their path to healing and growth. Join us and discover how humor can be a transformative force in the therapeutic process. Learning objectives: Participants will be able to understand the psychological mechanisms behind humor and its therapeutic effects. Participants will be able to describe how to use humor to establish rapport, foster connection, and create a safe therapeutic environment. Participants will be able to identify potential challenges and risks associated with using humor in therapy. About the presenter:  Mallori DeSalle, MA, LMHC, NCC, CMHC, CHP is a licensed mental health counselor, nationally certified counselor, and a certified humor professional. As a speaker and trainer, she has sparked curiosity in both the young and young-at-heart. Her passion for creating a lasting impact led her to the public health field and for the past 15 years she has worked at Prevention Insights, a center within the School of Public Health at Indiana University, Bloomington.  Mallori works with people all over the world and even served on the Board of Directors for the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor and in 2021 became a TEDx speaker. When she isn’t laughing, listening, or learning, she is eating oreos or taking pictures of her kids. Her credentials don’t impress her family, but occasionally her corny jokes do make them laugh.  
Webinar/Virtual Training
While men’s addiction and mental health treatment has been quite successful, there is great room for improvement. This new framework, developed by Mr. Griffin and colleagues, integrates the latest thinking on addiction and recovery, relational cultural theory, male psychological development, and trauma. Current treatment models and theories fail to adequately consider the relational needs of men; often omit a clear understanding of the impact of the socialization process on men; fall short of adequately addressing the impact of abuse and trauma that is so strongly linked with addiction and the life of the male addict; and often ignore any social context and/or the consequences of political, social, and economic power.     LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Understand the core theories of this new framework of treatment for men. Have an understanding of how the four core areas of: Self, Relationships, Sexuality, and Spirituality impact a man’s recovery and key issues within each core area. Understand trauma as a defining and organizing experience that forms a recovering person’s sense of self and others.     CERTIFICATES: Registrants who fully attend this event or training will receive a certificate of attendance via email within two weeks after the event or training.      TRAINER:   Dan Griffin, MA, is an internationally recognized author, thought leader, and expert on men’s relationships and masculinity. Dan has dedicated his life and work to exploring and redefining what it means to be a man in the 21st century. He is committed to helping men be better men by understanding the impact of the Man Rules on their lives. Dan also helps men find the success in their personal lives they are striving for in their professional ones. Griffin’s books and curricula are all focused on helping men and dads live their best lives. Dan served as a senior fellow at The Meadows, world-renowned experts treating addictive disorders and trauma, from 2015 to 2017. Dan earned a Master’s degree in Sociology from the University of Kansas. For his graduate work, Dan completed the first qualitative study centered on the social construction of masculinity in the culture of Alcoholics Anonymous. Dan is in long-term recovery and lives with his family in Los Angeles   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.
Virtual TA Session
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
Webinar/Virtual Training
The New England ATTC in partnership with the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services is providing targeted technical assistance in "Working with Street Gangs in New England and Building Health Equity" on 4/2/24 from 9:00-12:00 with subject matter expert Haner Hernandez. Participants learn about the structural determinants of health and other factors that contribute to becoming gang members and maintaining gang affiliation including Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and Mental Health.  The training also focuses on strategies and techniques for working with potential and current gang members on ending gang participation/affiliation, connecting them to behavioral health, training and employment, and other social services. [This is a private, targeted technical assistance (TA) event.  If you are interested in similar TA please contact [email protected]]
Webinar/Virtual Training
Many of the people we interact with are actively experiencing high levels of distress. This may be due to health conditions, poverty, family challenges, or other life stressors. The Creating Calm training series will focus on attendees’ experiences and provide concrete tools for engaging with clients in distress.   TRAINING SCHEDULE: April 3, 10 and 24 from 9am to 10am Central/10am to 11am Eastern Please note that we are skipping the week of April 17.   LEARNING OBJECTIVES Participants will: Develop greater empathy and understanding related to distress Gain insight into their own reactions to distressed people Gain knowledge about the roots of particular kinds of distress Learn tools for responding to distress that will improve engagement Clarify risk and safety boundaries   CERTIFICATES Registrants who fully attend this event or training will receive a certificate of attendance via email within two weeks after the event or training.   TRAINER Mat Roosa, LCSW-R Mat Roosa was a founding member of NIATx and has been a NIATx coach for a wide range of projects. He works as a consultant in the areas of quality improvement, organizational development, and evidence-based practices implementation. His experience includes direct clinical practice in mental health and substance use services, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and human service agency administration.     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.
Webinar/Virtual Training
This 6-hour stimulant training developed by the ATTC Network will provide an overview of the impact of stimulant drugs and current treatment options. The training will include information on the effects of stimulants on the brain and body and a range of data on national and regional trends related to stimulant use.   TRAINING SCHEDULE: Sessions will take place on April 3, 10, 17, and 24 from 10:30 AM–12:00 PM CT / 11:30 AM–1:00 PM ET. NOTE: Participants must attend all sessions in this series to receive NAADAC continuing education hours.   LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Understand national and regional trends in stimulant use Understand the impact of stimulants use on the brain and body Understand current best practices in treatment for stimulant use disorders Understand stimulant use in specific communities (e.g., rural communities & communities of color)   CONTINUING EDUCATION: Participants who fully attend this training series will receive a certificate for 6 NAADAC continuing education (CE) hours. NAADAC CE certificates will be emailed to eligible participants within two weeks after the conclusion of the training series.   TRAINER Mat Roosa, LCSW-R Mat Roosa was a founding member of NIATx and has been a NIATx coach for a wide range of projects. He works as a consultant in the areas of quality improvement, organizational development, and evidence-based practices implementation. His experience includes direct clinical practice in mental health and substance use services, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and human service agency administration.     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.
Face-to-Face Training
The Coaching Clinic® trains individuals in the skills necessary to coach within the organization. The model can be implemented to promote innovation, accelerate results, improve communication, and team effectiveness.
Virtual TA Session
Are you looking to discuss how you apply Motivational Interviewing to your work or enhance your MI Skills in general? Join us every 2nd Monday of the month from 1-2pm PT to learn from other practicing professionals and receive consultation from a member of MINT (Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers). These monthly consultation sessions will be open to all workforce members within Region 10 (Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington) without registration. We do ask that individuals joining these sessions have attended, at minimum, an Introduction to MI training (8-12 hours). Each session will provide a space for a brief didactic review of core MI concepts or techniques for approximately 10-15 minutes and the remainder of the hour will be reserved for consultation or general discussion. Register here!
Face-to-Face Training
The New England ATTC in partnership with the Massachusetts Bureau of Substance Addiction Services is providing intensive technical assistance in "Basic Motivational Interviewing" on 4/9/24 from 9:00-4:00 (EST) with subject matter expert Robert Jope. Motivational interviewing (MI) is a client-centered, evidence-based, goal-oriented method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and resolving ambivalence with the individual. This active, skill-building workshop provides participants with knowledge of the spirit, micro skills, and strategies of the model, and provides opportunities to practice the approach. [This is a private, targeted technical assistance (TA) event.  If you are interested in similar TA, please contact [email protected]]
Webinar/Virtual Training
DESCRIPTION This event will explore the the neuroscience of addiction, the impact of policy and historical treatment approaches, and an exploration of the dynamics of stigma and discrimination as primary barriers to addiction care. This webinar will set a base of shared understanding that will facilitate the introduction and implementation of other evidenced based practices in the areas of trauma informed care (TIC), recovery oriented systems of care (ROSC), and harm reduction. LEARNING OBJECTIVES  Develop ways to enhance traditional treatment models and clinical approaches to adapt to the most current neuroscience and research to treat substance use disorders in more effective ways. Explain how understanding addiction as a chronic health condition can enhance the implementation and the utilization of evidenced based interventions such as trauma informed care (TIC) and recovery-oriented systems of care (ROSC). Develop effective client centered strategies to address SUDs while supporting personal recovery and prevention. Define and understand the neuroscience of addiction to address and remove treatment barriers and obstructions such as bias and discrimination towards people with substance use disorders and improve outcomes.   INTENDED AUDIENCE  Professionals in the Behavior Health field PRESENTER                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Nicholas Szubiak, MSW, LCSW Nick brings more than 20 years of experience in direct service, administration, and clinical experience to the healthcare field. He is the Principal of NSI Consulting, an organization that provides support to integrated healthcare environments. Nick is the former Assistant Vice-President of Addiction and Recovery at the National Council for Behavioral Health. He has provided technical assistance, consultation and training toward bi-directional integration of behavioral health and primary care, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), SBIRT, measurement-based care, and population health management. His experience includes MAT implementation, FQHC integration models and partnerships, trauma-informed care, recovery-oriented systems of care, health homes, and developing high-functioning teams to provide integrated care to the communities they serve. His expertise also involves systems change management, leadership development, and supervisory skills. Nick is known for his heartfelt presentations and has sat on various expert panels, partnering with many organizations as a subject matter expert. Nick is an adjunct professor at the University of Hawaii, Myron B. Thomas School of Social Work. He earned his master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University.            For immediate questions, contact [email protected]                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              
Webinar/Virtual Training
Younger generations of staff expect organizations to care and support their wellbeing, while many older workers were oriented to a culture of work that kept distance between work, self, and “home”- what does this mean for supervisors of diverse workforces? In addition, we know that self-care and self-management can safeguard workers’ psyches and practice against vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue, so where does supervision fall in this reality? This conversation will support supervisors and managers in identifying what self-management is and how it does and does not relate to their roles in guiding and managing staff performance. Learning Objectives: List at least 3 reasons why supervising self-management is a critical component of behavioral health. Recite at least 5 areas in which self-management care plans could be established. Name at least 5 strategies for supervising self-management as it pertains to the work.
Webinar/Virtual Training
The New England ATTC in partnership with the Community Care Alliance of Rhode Island is hosting this training on 4/16/24 from 12:00 am to 3:00 with subject matter expert Taylor D'Addario. Screening, Brief Intervention & Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) is a screening and intervention tool that focuses on the one in five people who may use alcohol or drugs in unhealthy ways but who do not have a substance use disorder (i.e., dependence).  Research shows that people in this category successfully change their use with feedback and brief intervention counseling, using SBIRT methodology.  This training reviews the substance use continuum, evidence for SBIRT, and components of SBIRT. [This is a private, targeted technical assistance (TA) event.  If you are interested in similar TA please contact [email protected]
Webinar/Virtual Training
Adolescent use of electronic cigarettes (vaping) remains steady. Teenagers can easily recite the health risks of cigarette smoking, however, awareness of the risks of vaping and the impact of nicotine on development is variable. This 90-minute webinar will explore how adolescent brain development is altered by nicotine or co-use of nicotine and cannabis. We invite educators, mental health and substance use professionals, and family members to join us in learning about the possible consequences of adolescent vaping. Learning Objectives: Recognize the acute and chronic effects of vaping Describe how vaping nicotine, and nicotine-cannabis co-use, is an emerging trend which can disrupt normal brain development in adolescents Differentiate nicotine addiction among adolescents and adults Identify strategies employed to address adolescent vaping Bio: Abby Lange is a Community Health Educator with Fargo Cass Public Health focusing her work on mental health and tobacco education for youth. Her decade of paramedic experience has rewarded Abby with many stories from nearly every kind of neighborhood.
Face-to-Face Training
Addiction and Recovery:  Cultural Elements in Working with Hispanic, Latino/a and Latinx/e Populations April 17, 2024    9:00am- 4:00pm CT Northwestern State University *THIS IS A CLOSED EVENT* Learn how Cultural Change can impact Substance Use Disorders and Recovery in Hispanic, Latino/a, and Latinx/e individuals, families, and communities. Learning Objectives: Identify and address barriers faced by Hispanic, Latinos/as, Latinx/e communities and service providers regarding access, quality of care, and readiness for treatment and recovery. Explain the relationship between culture and the continuum of care. Understand the impact of immigration and migration on mental health, addiction, and family dynamics. Identify approaches to integrating culture into your practice. Trainer: Haner Hernández, Ph.D., CPS, CADCII, LADCI Dr. Hernández 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. This event is in partnership with SSW ATTC Educational Consortium member, Northwestern State University. This event is for students, faculty, and partners of NSU only. It is not a public event. 
Webinar/Virtual Training
Discover the vital role peer supports play in fostering resilience, empathy, and sustainable pathways to recovery. Join us on a journey to understand the power of human connection and how peer supports are shaping a more inclusive, compassionate, and supportive future for individuals and communities alike. Learning objectives Comprehensive Understanding: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the role and significance of peer supports in mental health, addiction recovery, and community well-being. Human Connection in Recovery: Recognize the transformative power of human connection in the context of recovery, and how peer supports play a pivotal role in facilitating meaningful connections. Practical Applications: Understand practical applications of peer support methodologies, including effective communication, active listening, and collaboration within the peer support framework. About the presenter: Dr. Mo (Melissa Dittberner), PhD, CPS, PS, LMT, is an award-winning lecturer in the Addiction Counseling and Prevention department at the University of South Dakota. She has a Ph.D. in Counseling and Psychology in Education, a master’s in Addiction Studies and a bachelor’s in Health Sciences. Dr. Mo is a TEDx speaker, prevention specialist and peer specialist. She is the CEO of Straight Up Care, a telehealth platform for peer specialist. Dr. Mo is the Executive Director of Midwest Street Medicine. She is a co-author of, The Alcohol Reset. She does research on college students’ substance use, pedagogy, addiction, trauma, body brokering, tattoos as healing and harm reduction. Dr. Mo is a person in long-term recovery and her mission is to empower individuals to learn and navigate their paths to recovery and well-being.
Virtual TA Session
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
Virtual TA Session
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. 
Face-to-Face Training
The New England ATTC in partnership with the Massachusetts Bureau of Substance Addiction Services is providing intensive technical assistance in "Basic Motivational Interviewing" on 4/23/24 from 9:00-4:00 (EST) with subject matter expert Robert Jope. Motivational interviewing (MI) is a client-centered, evidence-based, goal-oriented method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and resolving ambivalence with the individual. This active, skill-building workshop provides participants with knowledge of the spirit, micro skills, and strategies of the model, and provides opportunities to practice the approach. [This is a private, targeted technical assistance (TA) event.  If you are interested in similar TA, please contact [email protected]]
Webinar/Virtual Training
Implementing harm reduction initiatives can be challenging, and doing so in rural communities can present unique difficulties due to communication barriers, competing interests, and a lack of familiarity with the benefits of these approaches. This 90-minute webinar will provide participants with strategies to overcome these obstacles and ultimately create buy-in for harm reduction initiatives in rural communities. Healthcare providers, public servants, policy makers, elected officials, and other community members will all benefit from joining us for this presentation and discussion. Learning Objectives: Describe unique barriers to harm reduction in rural communities Identify strategies to overcome ambivalence about harm reduction initiatives Learn approaches to foster supportive and collaborative community partnerships Bio: Eric Atkinson is a retired police chief and the current city administrator for Menomonie, Wisconsin. He is the co-founder of Project Hope — a county-wide collaborative initiative that works towards abating the methamphetamine and opioid epidemic sweeping Wisconsin.
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