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Take 10! Transforming Care for Women with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and Their Families Webinar Series

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The Take 10! Transforming Care for Women with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and their Families series discusses current issues and challenges confronted by diverse women presenting with substance use, SUDs, and who are in recovery. Studies show that when women begin treatment for SUDs, they frequently arrive with more severe medical, behavioral, psychological, and social struggles compared to men. For these reasons, there is a need for gender-specific services.

In this series, behavioral health experts will guide discussions and share evidence-based practices tailored to the specific needs of women. Participants will enhance their knowledge and skills in the provision of trauma-informed mental health assessments and services for women from diverse backgrounds. The content will focus on treatment for women who have experienced trauma, intimate partner violence, and discrimination due to sexual orientation, race, or substance use history. By participating in the Take 10! series, individuals can actively contribute to the transformation of care for women and their families, fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment for those on the journey of recovery.

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Session Details and Registration

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Intro Session- October 1, 2024

Substance use disorder (SUD) is a biopsychosocial disease that impacts women differently than men. Understanding and implementing gender-specific treatment approaches are crucial for effective care. Historically, women have had less access to treatment, a disparity that continues today. Stigma remains a significant barrier both for women seeking treatment and for providers offering care. This workshop will illuminate the emotional and physical differences women experience compared to men before, during, and after treatment. Additionally, it will address how socioeconomic factors can significantly affect a woman's ability to achieve long-term sobriety. The presentation will highlight common women-specific treatment issues and considerations for clinicians, behavioral health professionals, peers, law enforcement, family members, and other stakeholders.

Session 2- October 8, 2024

Women experience SUD in ways that are distinct from men. Historically, access to treatment for women has been limited, a disparity that persists today. This 2-hour workshop will explore the emotional, physical, and socioeconomic factors that uniquely impact women before, during, and after
treatment. Attendees will gain insights into women-specific challenges and considerations for clinicians, behavioral health professionals, peers, law enforcement, and family members.

Session 3- December 19, 2024

10:00-10:30am CT/11:00-11:30am ET

This 30-minute overview session will introduce participants to the emotional, physical, and socioeconomic factors that uniquely impact women during treatment, and especially how these factors relate to the assessment and screening of co-occurring disorders.

Session 4- January 7, 2025

10:00-10:30am CT/11:00-11:30am ET

This 30-minute overview session will introduce participants to the emotional, physical, and socioeconomic factors that uniquely impact women during treatment, and especially how these factors relate to considerations for male clinicians treating with women with SUDs.

Session 5- February 4, 2025

10:00-10:30am CT/11:00-11:30am ET

This 30-minute overview session will introduce participants to the emotional, physical, and socioeconomic factors that uniquely impact women during treatment, and especially how these factors relate to the intersections of SUDs and trauma.

Session 6- March 4, 2025

10:00am-12:00m CT/11:00am-1:00pm ET

This 2-hour training session will introduce participants to the emotional, physical, and socioeconomic factors that uniquely impact women during treatment, and especially how these factors relate to the treatment of SUDs for women with children.

Session 7- March 19, 2025

10:00-10:30am CT/11:00-11:30am ET

This 30-minute overview session will introduce participants to the emotional, physical, and socioeconomic factors that uniquely impact women during treatment, and especially how these factors relate to the considerations for treating women with SUDs who have experienced IPV and/or TBI.

When most people hear the terms “concussion” or “traumatic brain injury,” they think of football, military service, or unfortunate accidents. Fewer people are aware that brain injury can be caused by overdoses, head injuries while under the influence of substances, domestic violence (e.g., domestic, sexual), and strangulation or choking. Many clinicians are unaware of the role IPV can play in the lives of their clients, including how substance use and mental health coercion can affect one's overall health, including their needs and ability to participate when receiving behavioral health services. We lack awareness of the significant role TBI and IPV can play in a person’s recovery journey as well as accessing and successfully engaging with supports. We will discuss strategies to incorporate knowledge of IPV and TBI into behavioral health services so clients can continue to live the lives they deserve. 

Session 8- April 8, 2025

12:00-1:30pm CT/1:00-2:30pm ET

This 1.5-hour panel presentation will introduce participants to the emotional, physical, and socioeconomic factors that uniquely impact women during treatment, and especially how these factors relate to the cultural considerations for treating SUDs for women from diverse racial/ethnic groups.

Session 9- May 6, 2025

10:00-10:30am CT/11:00-11:30am ET

This 30-minute overview session will introduce participants to the emotional, physical, and socioeconomic factors that uniquely impact women during treatment, and especially how these factors relate to considerations for male clinicians treating with women with SUDs.

Session 10- June 3, 2025

10:00-10:30am CT/11:00-11:30am ET

This 30-minute overview session will introduce participants to the emotional, physical, and socioeconomic factors that uniquely impact women during treatment, and especially how these factors relate to SUDs treatment for LGBTQ+ women.

Session 11- August 2025

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Session 12- September 2025

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De'An Roper PhD, LCSW-S

Take 10! Transforming Care for Women with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and Their Families Topic 8 (Overview Session): Considerations for Treating LGBTQ+ Women with SUDs

Take 10! Transforming Care for Women with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and Their Families, Topic 7 (Overview Session): Peer Supports for Women with SUDs in Recovery

Kris Kelly 2024

Take 10! Transforming Care for Women with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and Their Families, Topic 6 (Panel Presentation): Cultural Considerations for SUDs Treatment and Recovery for Women from Diverse Racial/Ethnic Groups

Mary Roberson, EdD

Dawn Nickel, PhD

Kateri Coyhis

Take 10! Transforming Care for Women with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and Their Families, Topic 5 (Overview Session): Considerations for Treating Women with SUDs that Experienced Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

Take 10! Transforming Care for Women with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and Their Families, Topic 4 (Training Session): SUDs Treatment for Women with Children

Take 10! Transforming Care for Women with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and Their Families, Topic 4 (Overview Session): Intersections of SUDs and Trauma

Gabrielle Zapata

Take 10! Transforming Care for Women with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and Their Families Topic 3 (Overview Session): Considerations for Male Clinicians Treating Women with SUDs

Tim Devitt

Take 10! Transforming Care for Women with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and Their Families, Topic 2 (Overview Session): Assessment and Screening of Co-occurring Disorders

Dr. Carmela DeCandia

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