Curriculum Package
SAMHSA has included Trauma-Informed Care among its designated best practices for many reasons. Trauma-Informed Care can bring about, not just change, but an actual transformation that takes place on many levels of an organization. This ongoing system-wide approach that is grounded in a scientific understanding of trauma can make service relationships much safer for both clients and staff, not only in SUD treatment facilities, but in all mental health settings.
This easy-to-use and adaptable guide is designed to lead TTC consultants through the Trauma-Informed Care implementation process.
Published: February 16, 2023
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DESCRIPTION:
Participants will receive a 2-hour review of the changes specific to substance use disorders (SUD) that were made to the DSM-5-TR. This training will cover new clinical conditions, new diagnoses, and updated language that supports health equity and culturally appropriate service delivery. We will also discuss new coding procedures and what resources are available to help clinicians transition from using the DSM-5 to the DSM-5-TR. This training is for all levels but is especially important for providers who are new to diagnosing and/or those who haven’t yet reviewed the DSM-5-TR.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Describe general changes to the DSM-5-TR including substance use diagnosis.
Discuss new clinical conditions and how to use the decision tree.
Identify updated inclusive language in the DSM-5-TR and how it supports health equity.
TRAINER:
Jennifer Haywood, LISW-S, LICDC-CS
Jennifer has been training helping professionals since 1998. Her specialties include diagnosis, motivational interviewing, addictions focus topics, drug free workplace trainings, ethics, and supervision. Jennifer goes to agencies state-wide to train staff in treatment models in order to help their clients and trained all the behavioral health and medical social workers at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Motivational Interviewing in 2011/2012. Currently, Jennifer is teaching at OSU in the MSW and BSSW programs, focusing on the addictions minor the university is offering, clinical diagnosing and motivational interviewing.
Jennifer has a private practice in Worthington, Ohio where she specializes in treating addicts and alcoholics, families of addicts and alcoholics, depression, anxiety, post-partum women, womens' issues, adolescent issues (14+ only), and relationship struggles.
Jennifer's 24 years of experience in the addictions field allow her to assess, diagnose and treat clients with the expertise needed. Jennifer is currently open for new clients and can guide anyone with questions about the right "fit" when choosing one of the clinicians she supervises.
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.
Published: February 7, 2023
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This webinar will highlight findings from SAMHSA’s guide titled, Adapting Interventions for Under-resourced Populations, which explores evidence-based, organization-level strategies and promising practices to adapt and evaluate evidence-based practices in culturally humble and effective ways. Following a presentation of the goals and framing of the guide by SAMHSA’s Mary Roary, PhD, Angela Weeks, DBA of The Center of Excellence on LGBTQ+ Behavioral Heath Equity and the guide’s technical expert panel will discuss its development. Rucha Londhe, PhD, Abt Associates, will describe the adaptation process and best practice strategies for cultural adaptation of evidence-based interventions. Representatives from organizations featured in the guide’s case studies will discuss how they have adapted interventions for specific populations. The webinar will close with information about how to access the guide.
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Video recording of this meeting
EBRC Product Series
Published: October 4, 2022
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Through the "One Pill Can Kill" campaign, the DEA is bringing awareness to the dangers of fentanyl, the threat of fake pills, and resources to keep people safe. The overarching goal was to provide participants with information about the "One Pill Can Kill" campaign and review a best practice communication strategy so participants felt confident in both their knowledge of the "One Pill Can Kill" campaign and in their ability to communicate it with others.
Learning Objectives
Gain knowledge on the dangers of fentanyl
Describe 3 key messages of the "One Pill Can Kill" awareness campaign
Be familiar with resources to support the "One Pill Can Kill" campaign
Review a best-practice communication strategy for sharing information
Speakers
Sean T. Fearns serves as the Chief of Community Outreach and Prevention Support for DEA since 2015. In this capacity, Sean is responsible for guiding a diverse and creative staff to develop and implement strategic national partnerships with other organizations which help educate the public on the current drug threats facing the country, support the DEA field divisions, implement DEA’s Operation Engage, communicate key administration drug prevention messages, and help reduce the demand for those drugs.
Alex Waitt, MS, MSEd, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor and the Co-Project Director for the Central East ATTC where he is responsible for the programmatic and administrative coordination of all training and technical assistance for the CE ATTC Region. He is the spokesperson and liaison to stakeholders and supports the development of other training and workforce initiatives.
RESOURCES
One Pill Can Kill DEA Campaign
Webinar slides
This webinar was provided by the Central East ATTC.
The Central East ATTC is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and managed by the Danya Institute.
Published: September 13, 2022
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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. For example, when we wear a seatbelt or apply sunscreen we are using harm reduction strategies. Fentanyl strips, naloxone, and needle exchange programs are also examples of harm reduction. This poster identifies some of the most common harm reduction methods in an attempt to normalize the term "harm reduction" and broaden the definition.
The Spanish translations were prepared by consultants for the Mountain Plains ATTC. While reasonable efforts are made to provide accurate translations, acknowledging the diversity of Spanish and English Language, some words/phrases may differ.
The poster can be downloaded in multiple formats directly from the MPATTC website. This product was designed for display as an 11x17 sized poster in a location most visible and accessible to behavioral health providers, educators, and/or peer recovery specialists but is also available in an 8.5x11 format for in-house printing. In addition, hard copies may be requested from the MPATTC by emailing us at
[email protected] (posters can be mailed within the continental United States). Please click on the link below for more information.
To request an 11x17 "What is Harm Reduction?" poster to be mailed directly to you, please click "REQUEST A HARD COPY".
Published: June 17, 2022
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Talking To Change: A Motivational Interviewing Podcast, hosted by Glenn Hinds and Sebastian Kaplan, is a series of conversations exploring Motivational Interviewing (MI) and its influence on supporting individuals and groups as they make positive health and lifestyle changes.
Talking to Change: An MI Podcast. Episode 55: Motivational Interviewing and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), with Robyn D. Walser, PhD
In this episode of Talking to Change, Glenn and Sebastian explore MI and ACT with Robyn D. Walser, PhD, Director of TL Consultation Services and Assistant Professor at the University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Walser talks about what ACT is, how it works well in combination with MI, noticing ambivalence and other human experiences, acceptance in ACT and how to change through “addition not subtraction,” creative helplessness, the role of language in MI and ACT, and the therapeutic relationship in ACT. The episode ends with a “real-play” with Robin and Glenn followed by a debrief and some recommendations for resources to learn more.
Published: June 6, 2022
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Presenter: Brian Serna, LPCC, LADAC
June 2021
CRA is an often-underutilized evidence-based practice that is has been proven to successfully treat addictive disorders with adolescents and adults around the world. This comprehensive, cost-effective behavioral program has been empirically supported with inpatients, outpatients, and homeless populations. CRA is based on the belief that environmental contingencies can play a powerful role in encouraging or discouraging addictive behaviors and draws on the strength of communities and families to guide a person towards a more rewarding lifestyle.
This webinar, presented by Brian Serna, LPCC, LADAC, CEO/Founder of Serna Solutions, will provide attendees with an understanding of the research and theoretical basis of CRA and its core procedures and clinical applications.
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Webinar category: Treatment - General
Published: March 29, 2022
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Alcohol is STILL a Drug: An Exploratory Webinar Series (December 7, 2021) Recording
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.
DESCRIPTION
Alcohol is STILL a drug. The opioid crisis, increase in stimulant misuse, and marijuana legalization dominate the news— yet alcohol remains the number one substance causing health, social, legal and financial problems throughout the US. While this series will focus on the hopefulness of recovery from alcohol use disorder, we’ll also take a deep dive into what we know about the full impact of alcohol overuse and the ways it affects every person in the US.
The December 7, 2021 session will focus on Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment. In this workshop, Joe Rosenfeld will briefly discuss the constant nature of alcohol as an epidemic and the early (pre-1950’s) efforts at treatment and recovery. Then present the emergence of the current Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment system and identify an array of evidence supported practices currently in use. In the process, Joe will “slay” a long-held treatment practice. But you’ll have to watch to learn which one.
SPEAKER
Dr. Joseph Rosenfeld, Psy.D., CRADC., HS-BCP
Dr. Rosenfeld is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, a Certified Reciprocal Alcoholism and Other Drug Counselor, and Human Services - Board Certified Professional. He is a Professor in the Addiction Counselor Training Program within the Human Services Department at Elgin Community College.
SERIES LEARNING OBJECTIVES
These are the overall learning objectives for the full 10-session series:
Summarize the current impacts of problematic alcohol use in various/special populations, including pregnant women, youth, rural, and minority populations.
Assess and prioritize alcohol reduction efforts in targeted settings.
Describe the current efforts to curb problematic alcohol use, including best practices in providing treatment.
Published: December 13, 2021
eNewsletter or Blog
Monthly electronic newsletter of the Great Lakes ATTC, MHTTC, and PTTC. November 2021 issue features the Counselor's Corner blog, new products from SAMHSA, and a complete calendar of events.
Published: November 2, 2021
Toolkit
Traumatic Brain Injury and Substance Use Disorder Toolkit now available!!
Traumatic Brain Injury and Substance Use Disorders: Making the Connections merges the content on traumatic brain injury (TBI) and substance use disorders (SUD) to expand capacity to address both issues in treatment. The author, Dr. Carolyn Lemsky, is a board-certified neuropsychologist with over 25 years of experience working in rehabilitation settings in the U.S. and Canada. The toolkit provides valuable and practical information for advancing behavioral health providers’ capacity when serving persons who have brain injuries.
This toolkit is a collaboration between the National Association of State Head Injury Administrators, Mountain Plains Addiction Technology Transfer Center (Mountain Plains ATTC), and the Mid-America Addiction Technology Transfer Center (Mid-America ATTC).
Order a copy of the Traumatic Brain Injury and Substance Use Disorder Toolkit
Published: October 27, 2021
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Mid-America ATTC is please to promote a new training series offered through a collaboration between the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, MO Healthnet, Missouri Telehealth Network’s Show-Me ECHO, Missouri Primary Care Association, Mid-America Addiction Technology Transfer Center, and Swope Health. This training will be at no cost to the provider and will provide information on hepatitis C testing, linkage to care, and treatment. It will also equip the provider with tools on how to implement a hepatitis C clinic and expand provider capacity within Missouri to serve individuals who need hepatitis C treatment.
With the general rise in hepatitis C cases, more providers are needed to treat hepatitis C. A provider does not need to be a specialist to treat hepatitis C. With advancement of medicines, education and resources, treatment of hep C is easier than before!
The weekly, four-part webinar series will be held four consecutive Fridays in October from 12-1 p.m. Continuing education credits will be provided for CME/Pharmacy hours. Sessions will be recorded for later viewing, but training participants must attend live for continuing education credits.
Download the flyer to for training schedule and registration information.
Published: October 5, 2021
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The Mid America Addiction Technology Transfer Center partnered with the Missouri Institute of Mental Health, the Opioid Response Network, and Saint Louis University, developed a new series in response to the rising needs of serving clients with Stimulant Use Disorder (StimUD).
The purpose of the series is to provide education on treating clients with StimUD. This is the 1st session in the series called Contingency Management Roundtable
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Published: September 17, 2021
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The Mid America Addiction Technology Transfer Center partnered with the Missouri Institute of Mental Health, the Opioid Response Network, and Saint Louis University, developed a new series in response to the rising needs of serving clients with Stimulant Use Disorder (StimUD).
The purpose of the series is to provide education on treating clients with StimUD. This is the 2nd session in the series, Harm Reduction for Stimulant Use Disorder.
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Published: September 17, 2021
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The Mid America Addiction Technology Transfer Center partnered with the Missouri Institute of Mental Health, the Opioid Response Network, and Saint Louis University, developed a new series in response to the rising needs of serving clients with Stimulant Use Disorder (StimUD).
The purpose of the series is to provide education on treating clients with StimUD. This is the 3rd session in the series, Treating Stimulant Use Disorder: Doing What Works.
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Published: September 17, 2021
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This session is designed for professionals who work with those at risk for contracting Hepatitis C Virus (HCV). An overview of HCV: risk; transmission; symptoms; testing; and treatment options will be provided. In addition, a discussion of harm reduction strategies and support/linkages to care will be included.
At the end of the webinar participants will be able to:
Appreciate the importance of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) screening and confirmatory testing in multiple health and behavioral health settings.
Recognize risk factors for HCV
Describe harm reduction strategies that minimize the risk of contracting HCV
List treatment options available for people with HCV.
Discuss strategies to link persons with HCV to HCV-focused health care services
Published: August 18, 2021
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This training focuses on reducing personal, public, and institutionalized biases around people with substance use disorder. We will learn details of drug use, overdose, and navigating the care continuum by someone with lived experience who is now a Peer Recovery Support Specialist in Kansas City, MO. We will look at this story and the role bias played in delaying and distressing the recovery process.
Participants learn about types of stigma, addiction on the brain, and evidence-based practices in overdose response. There will be multiple opportunities to observe how bias affects their own experiences and to discuss ways to shift attitudes and improve actions which lead to better outcomes and more people in recovery.
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Published: June 9, 2021
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This podcast series, sponsored by the Mid America Addiction Technology Transfer Center and funded by the Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), is intended for anyone seeking basic information about substance use. This series will address stigma, highlight appropriate language, provide education on how to determine if substance use is becoming a challenge, and addressing misconceptions of substance use.
Published: June 4, 2021
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View the resources from the 2nd session of the 3-part series Embracing Pregnant & Parenting Families Challenged with Substance Use Disorder.
After the session, participants will be able to:
Describe evidence-based treatment for pregnant women with an opioid use disorder
Recognize the impact of parent involvement in the care of newborns experiencing Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome
Develop skills and strategies to positively impact the parent-child relationship among parents with a substance use disorder
Presenter Information:
Sharon Hesseltine, BSW, is President and CEO of Intentional Development, providing consultation, facilitation and training to strengthen services for pregnant and parenting families who have substance use disorders, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and trauma. For over 30 years Sharon has worked in Public Health and specialized in early childhood development, women’s health, substance use disorder and recovery.
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Published: June 2, 2021
eNewsletter or Blog
Monthly e-newsletter of the Great Lakes ATTC, MHTTC, and PTTC. May 2021 issue includes a focus on mental health awareness month, calendar of events, and new publications from SAMHSA.
Published: May 14, 2021
Presentation Slides
This set of training slides addresses fundamental principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Teen Substance Use. It defines the CBT triangle, introduces several core skills, and provides concrete examples of how to apply the skills in clinical practice.
Published: May 5, 2021
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The Telehealth EBP Video Demonstration series intends to show how a diverse set of clinical practitioners make use of evidenced based practices (EBP) in a telehealth environment.
The impetus for these videos came from a provider survey and our organization partners who identified “Clinical Demonstration” as a needed product, especially with the recent pivot toward telehealth.
The demonstrations follow a client, Shawn, through a course of substance use disorder care, starting with a crisis, admission to IOP treatment, and a recurrence of use in outpatient treatment, and ending with connecting to a recovery coach for long term planning. Each video will demonstrate an evidence based practice used at different points in the client’s care.
Produced by the Northwest ATTC (SAMHSA grant no. TI080201), in co-sponsorship with the Behavioral Health Institute. We thank the Pacific Southwest ATTC for conceptual contributions to the development of this client character and clinical scenario, and Marcos Sauri, Michael Braxton, Michelle Peavy, and Dana Francis for their contributions to the production of this series.
Published: March 16, 2021
eNewsletter or Blog
Electronic newsletter of the Great Lakes ATTC, MHTTC, and PTTC. March 2021 issue features include The Counselor's Corner, published research, Indiana spotlight, and a complete calendar of events March 16-31, 2021.
Published: March 15, 2021
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According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, almost 10% of people aged 12 or older in Region 8 (Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming) had a substance use disorder in the past year, which is higher than the national average. In addition, data from this survey show that 403,000 people in the Region had an illicit drug use disorder, with stimulants, opioids, and cannabis named as three of the major illicit drugs used. Certainly, stimulant use (especially methamphetamine) rates are increasing nationally as well as in Region 8. A recent study by Jones, Compton, and Mustaquim (2020) found that 1.6 million adults (over 18) reported past-year use of methamphetamine; over a quarter reported using methamphetamine on more than 200 days; over half had a methamphetamine use disorder; and over 1/5 had injected methamphetamine. In response to these stimulant use trends, representatives from the regional Addiction Technology Transfer Centers (ATTCs), led by the ATTC Network Coordinating Office, created a day-long curriculum titled <i> Stimulants and their Impact on Brain and Behavior: Best Practices and Approaches for Effective Treatment and Recovery. Due to the Public Health Emergency (PHE), this day-long curriculum was re-packaged into a three-part webinar series by the ATTC Stimulant Workgroup. The MPATTC is pleased to sponsor the following events:
• Part 1: Stimulants: What Are They and Who Uses Them?, March 9, 2021
• Part 2: Impact of Stimulant Use on the Brain and Body, March 16, 2021
• Part 3: Effective Treatment Approaches and Recovery Supports, March 23, 2021
Published: March 9, 2021
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This virtual presentation is sponsored by the Southeast ATTC Regional Center and will focus on Contingency Management (CM) or Motivational Incentives is a strategy that has been proven effective as an adjunct in substance use disorder treatment. It is based on B.F Skinner’s “operant conditioning”. CM is designed to encourage positive behavior change in patients by providing positive reinforcement for behavior changes included in the patient’s treatment plan. CM has been proven effective in treating Methamphetamine Use Disorder (MUD) in Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Kentucky, Mississippi, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina. Treatment providers, peer support communities, and community-based organizations in Region 4 are encouraged to register for free.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
(1) differentiate between punishment and negative reinforcement
(2) Articulate at least one type of contingency management strategy
(3) Discuss three ways using contingency management improves treatment outcomes
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Ed Johnson is currently the Associate Director, Training and Technical Assistance for the Southeast Addiction Technology Transfer Center (Southeast ATTC) located at the National Center for Primary Care, Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta. He has over 30 years of experience providing direct services to individuals with Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and Co-Occurring Disorders. For the past 36 years, Ed has been a person in long term recovery. He is currently credentialed / licensed as a Licensed Professional Counsel (LPC), Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC), Licensed Addiction Counselor Supervisor (LAC/S), Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS) and Certified Peer Recovery Specialist .(CPRS).
Published: March 8, 2021