Past Events

Description: Clinical Supervision, when properly implemented by competent Clinical Supervisors, improves client care, develops clinical skills, and improves the knowledge and professionalism of clinical personnel. It is also paramount in imparting and maintaining ethical standards in the addictions profession. This 16-hour training (12 hours of live interactive training through Zoom + 4 hours of professional development plan assignments), combined with the 14-hour online “Clinical Supervision Foundations I” training, will meet the 30-hour Clinical Supervision training requirement for the Advanced Counselor and Master Counselor status, as referenced in the OASAS Substance Use Disorder Scope of Practice. This training recognizes the crucial role that Clinical Supervision holds as the cornerstone of performance improvement at both the program and client level. Due to the new guidelines set forth by OASAS (below), we need your supervisor to sign off on your registration, confirming that you meet the requirements. We will email the form to you. You must also complete "Clinical Supervision Foundations I” and email your certificate to us. The certificate and the completed form must be submitted no later than Wednesday, April 16th . New guidelines from OASAS... "Pre-requisites for attending CSFII have been updated to include a CASAC with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree. In addition, all registrants must be current clinical supervisors or currently on a career path to be in the position within one year. Registered individuals must provide proof that they meet either criterion by having their current supervisor sign off on their training registration, in addition to providing a copy of their completion certificate for the 14-hour CSFI online training." We will email the Zoom links for the training after receiving your certificate and the completed form. Click HERE for more information regarding the 14-hour “Clinical Supervision Foundations I” training through HealtheKnowledge. Trainer: Paul Warren, LMSW Credits: This training has been approved for 16 renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and 16 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 four-part training, turn on their video cameras , actively participate, and complete the homework assignment(s) in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.

The sixth of eight immersive sessions designed for leaders committed to transforming workplace culture and enhancing employee well-being. Throughout this series, participants actively engage with the Workplace Well-Being Guidebook, applying its insights and strategies in each session to create a healthier, more supportive work environment. Friday groups take place from 10 - 11 am and 11:30 - 12:30 pm. Registration for this group is currently closed. For more information, please contact Andrea Dalton at [email protected].

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. Note: At this time, ASAM OtS will be focusing on ASAM 3rd Edition as the ASAM 4th Edition rollout has been slow across states. Questions specifically about ASAM 4th Edition may not be answered until more information about implementation is available. 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

Description: As providers we always want to maintain our objectivity and compassion when supporting individuals in their recovery. It becomes challenging when the provider’s experience drives the client’s process and the potential for collaborative engagement and successful outcomes are lost. This interactive two-hour learning opportunity will discuss how stigma and cognitive bias develops and the importance of intentionality in language and engagement. Content will also discuss strategies to reduce the provider-driven potential by using person-centered and recovery-oriented approaches that focus on client strengths and goals. When people are heard and supported, they are more likely to commit to their own recovery and wellness process. *Please note* Tickets are not needed for this event. The Zoom link will be included in the confirmation and reminder emails. Trainer: Diana Padilla, MCPC, CTSS, CARC 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. Additionally, Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc., Training Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0694. Participants are required to attend the ENTIRE training, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a certificate of completion.

DESCRIPTION The purpose of this seminar is to raise awareness, enhance clinical competency, and promote evidence-based interventions for substance use disorders (SUD) in older adults. Given the growing aging population and the often-overlooked nature of SUD in later life, this session aims to equip healthcare professionals, mental health clinicians, geriatric care providers, and community leaders with the knowledge and tools to identify, assess, and treat substance misuse in older adults effectively. This webinar will help participants integrate tailored, multidisciplinary approaches into their practice. Ultimately, the goal is to improve health outcomes, and change policies that enhance care for older adults struggling with substance use disorders. LEARNING OBJECTIVES 1. Recognize the prevalence and trends of substance use disorder among older adults. 2. Identify the physiological, psychological, and social risk factors unique to aging. 3. Explain the multifaceted health impacts of substance misuse in later life. *CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for the contact hours/certificate of attendance, you must join the live webinar in the Zoom platform. Contact Hours (Certificate of Attendance): up to 1.25 for attending the entire session. If you are having issues accessing the room/application at the time of the event: Please email [email protected] at the start of the webinar so that we can assist you. PRESENTER Mardoche Sidor, MD, serves as the Medical Director for a distinguished non-profit organization based in New York City, dedicated to providing comprehensive care for individuals grappling with serious mental illness compounded by other health factors. With an array of board certifications in general adult psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, and addiction psychiatry, Dr. Sidor exemplifies a steadfast commitment to excellence and a profound grasp of the intricate dynamics of mental health across all stages of life. His training in community and public psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, and psychotherapeutic modalities further enriches his clinical expertise.  

Description: "Change talk" is the solid GOLD motor that builds motivation for behavior change when practicing motivational interviewing (MI); without it the change-train is going nowhere and you're not practicing MI. During this learning community conversation (LCC), we will review how to evoke change talk and how to employ it, once it's spoken by the client/patient. *Please note* After registering, tickets are not needed for this event. The Zoom link will be included in the confirmation email. 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. Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc., Training Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0694. Participants are required to attend the ENTIRE training, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a certificate of completion.

Note: This course is for Alaska State tribal organizations, pre-professionals, chemical dependency counselors and others who provide care for Indigenous communities. Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a transformative, evidence-based approach that empowers individuals to navigate change by tapping into their intrinsic motivation. This free 2-day online workshop provides participants with essential skills to facilitate meaningful conversations, grounded in empathy, collaboration, and respect for autonomy. Whether you're new to MI or seeking to enhance your expertise, this interactive training will provide you with the skills to foster change, strengthen connections, and harness the transformative potential of neuroplasticity. Day 1: Outline MI Foundations 1. Define Motivational Interviewing. 2. Demonstrate the four key skills of Motivational Interviewing. 3. Describe methods to build rapport using the spirit of MI. Day 2: Intermediate Techniques and Integrating MI Through a Cultural Lens 4. Identify and strengthen change talk. 5. Identify and soften sustain talk and resistance. 6. Describe the neurobiological processes involved in behavioral change. 7. Apply MI through a cultural lens. 8. Develop strategies for addressing cultural differences in MI conversations. This workshop meets the 16-hour MI requirements for CDC certification in the state of Alaska and is approved for 12 NAADAC CEs.

The Invitation to Change (ITC) support group is a holistic model designed to support families or loved ones impacted by substance use. This group empowers family members with strategies to encourage positive change in their loved ones while also fostering self-care and resilience. This group is open to anyone who serves as a support system for someone struggling with substance use. A family of 5 walking at the sunset Group goals include: Helping family members understand the behaviors associated with substance use Providing strategies that can help your loved one want to change and start to change Supporting the practices of self-awareness and self-compassion needed to sustain yourself on this challenging journey Creating a space of compassion and kindness, where family members can share their feelings and experiences with others who understand 📅 Dates: March 5 – July 2, 2025, for 15 weeks 🕚 Time: Every Wednesday from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (CST) 📩 For more info about how to get involved, contact Amber Takens at [email protected].

DESCRIPTION This Learning Collaborative is for staff to reflect on the strategies, Cognitive Processing Disorder (CPD) toolkit, and a personalized integration plan for their practice. Included will be support for those whose integration plan includes colleagues or staff that they supervisor or lead. LEARNING OBJECTIVES -Identify participant's own challenges related to engaging clients who live with CPD. -Recite at least 5 strategies and opportunities from the toolkit to support work in engaging people living with CPD. -Apply strategies for modeling and implementing EBP strategies in working with people living with CPD and SUD. To submit any cases or questions for review, please use this link. *CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY This event will not issue any Certificates of Attendance. Learning Collaborative 2 will be coming soon, May 14, 2025.  PRESENTER Laura Hinds MSW, LCSW is a clinical social worker with experience in medical, behavioral and mental health settings. Laura has had the pleasure of working with high acuity special needs populations and their providers for over 22 years. An alumna and instructor at Penn’s School of Social Policy and Practice for 13 years, and Bryn Mawr’s School of Social Work and Social Research for the past 4 years, Laura has supported the learning and education of new social workers, veterans in the field, and their interdisciplinary partners.

Description: Although pain management is effective for older adults, adverse effects of medications along with age-related challenges can prompt misuse. Effective prevention include education and safety coaching to help older adults make sound lifestyle choices when using medications for chronic health conditions. This interactive workshop will review the current prevalence of medication misuse among older adults. Content will also include a discussion about pain management challenges within the potential realities of older adult living. *Please note* Once registered, tickets are not needed for this event. The Zoom link will be included in the confirmation email. Trainer: Diana Padilla, MCPC, CTSS, CARC 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. Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc., Training Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0694. Participants are required to attend the ENTIRE training, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a certificate of completion.

              DESCRIPTION Supervision is more than tending to schedules, checking documentation, and reviewing cases. Clinical supervisors are in the unique position to assist clinicians in their ongoing clinical skill development. Adopting the concept of deliberate practice, supervisors can help clinicians implement clinical skills that may lead to better outcomes for the people they serve. These interactive sessions will guide participants in exploring current practices, focusing on skill practice to enhance supervision, and incorporating routine feedback for specific skills. Participants will practice using real- and case-examples to examine managing feedback, difficult situations, and cultural differences. Every Tuesday, April 15 - May 20, 2025 12:00 - 1:30 PM Eastern   INTENDED AUDIENCE Behavioral health, substance use disorders, and mental health  supervisors in the Central East ATTC region (HHS Region 3 includes Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia) Have two (2) years of experience as a clinical supervisor and understand the concepts of supervision PARTICIPANT COMMITMENT & EXPECTATIONS Attend a 1-hour online Orientation Commit to 5-weeks of live online training for 1.5 hours weekly Complete weekly self-study learning activities Access to appropriate technology to utilize videoconferencing platform (internet connection, webcam, laptop/tablet, speakers, and microphone) Be prepared and actively engage while on camera during each session FREE TO PARTICIPATE  Space is limited to the first 35 registrants. Once the 35 spots have been filled, registration will be closed. Due to limited enrollment, if you cannot commit to the full participant requirements, please defer this registration opportunity to others. FACILITATORS: Amy Shanahan, MS, CADC Billie Jo Smith, NCC, LPC QUESTIONS? Please contact NFARtec staff at [email protected]. CONTINUING EDUCATION The series has been approved for a total of 13.5 contact hours (1-hour orientation and 12.5-hours content instruction) through the National Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC), International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC), and the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) ACEP No. 6492. No credit will be awarded for non-attendance or partial attendance. Make-up credit will not be accepted for missed sessions. The knowledge and skills learned should be applied within the framework of any applicable Operating and/or Credentialing regulations in your State of practice. The knowledge and skills learned should be applied within the framework of any applicable Operating and/or Credentialing regulations in your State of practice. WHAT IS AN ENHANCED PROFESSIONAL LEARNING SERIES (EPL)? An EPL is an online interactive training and consultation series designed to encourage workplace learning.  EPLs use current technologies and instructional/consultation activities to provide real-time skill-based learning and practice through group and self-study activities, reading assignments, and discussions.  The main goal of an EPL is to build a community of practice where all participants actively engage with other professionals  and consultants. It's MORE than a webinar! In collaboration with

This training is designed to equip professionals, healthcare providers, and community workers with the tools to engage in trauma-informed harm reduction conversations. Led by peer and recovery mentor Sean Mahoney, the session offers practical strategies for approaching individuals facing substance use challenges with empathy, safety, and compassion. Topics will include harm reduction for opioids, meth, alcohol, benzos, and beyond, as well as techniques to create supportive, non-judgmental conversations that affirm the value of those being served. By the end of the session, participants will have the knowledge and skills to engage in meaningful, compassionate harm reduction conversations, helping individuals feel seen, heard, and supported in their journey toward wellness. Objectives: Why Peers and Harm Reduction Harm Reduction Basics Conversation Starting Points Leading with our stories Substance by Substance Naloxone Basics Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for professionals in healthcare, social services, addiction support, and community outreach who work with individuals impacted by substance use and mental health challenges. Professionals must be working in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. About the facilitator: Sean Mahoney, PWS, CRM, is a peer support specialist, trainer/facilitator, writer, recovery advocate and human in long-term recovery from drugs and alcohol. He works as a program manager and peer supervisor for the Mental Health and Addiction Association of Oregon. He also serves on the City of Portland’s Ryan White Funding Council for humans living with HIV/AIDS. He is also a longtime faculty member of the Oregon ECHO Network. He lives in Portland with his black cat Larry.

Description: Most trainings on motivational interviewing (MI) convey the concept of "change talk" as essential to the practice and stop there. This interactive learning community conversation, will review the types of change talk and provide opportunities to practice identifying this truly essential part of the language of ambivalence, along with it's often vilified counterpart, sustain talk. A prior working knowledge of MI is helpful if you choose to join this conversation. *Please note* After registering, tickets are not needed for this event. The Zoom link will be included in the confirmation email. 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. Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc., Training Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0694. Participants are required to attend the ENTIRE training, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.

Description: Enhance understanding of crisis situations and their impact on individuals. Teach assessment skills for identifying the severity of a crisis. Develop de-escalation techniques to manage immediate emotional distress. Provide supportive communication strategies to calm and reassure individuals. Promote safety and stability during a crisis. Equip professionals with crisis response tools and resources. Foster collaboration with other services for long-term support. Empower individuals to regain control and move toward recovery.

Description: Enhance understanding of opioid use disorder and its treatment. Teach the use of medications like methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. Improve patient assessment and individualized treatment planning. Promote harm reduction and recovery-oriented practices. Address potential side effects and management of medications. Foster patient engagement and retention in treatment. Support multidisciplinary collaboration in treating opioid use disorder. Increase awareness of legal and ethical considerations in prescribing.

35 years after the passage of the ADA, thousands of people in recovery are unaware of their civil rights under the law. The part of the ADA that addresses Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is the most underutilized piece of the law. Knowing one’s rights can have a transformative effect on how we live, treat and care for one another in this country. The ADA is a guiding force in combating discrimination often misidentified as stigma for people with AUD and SUD. Learn about protections under the law through illustrative scenarios. TRAINING OBJECTIVES Understand how and why addiction is a disability under the ADA. Identify protections when applying for a job, and on the job. Outline one’s rights to utilize medication for opioid use disorder while involved in: the courts, jail or prison, recovery residences, and in health care. Presented by Oce Harrison, EdD

Every Wednesday, April 9 - May 21, 2025 12:00 - 1:30pm Central Time Facilitator: Kate Speck, PhD, MAC, LADC   Description: Over the past 20 years, a growing understanding of the pervasive and harmful impact of traumatic events on individuals, families, and communities has led to the emergence of research on the effects of trauma and treatment strategies to address mental health and substance use disorders. According to SAMSHA, trauma is a widespread, harmful, and costly public health problem, occurring because of violence, abuse, neglect, loss, disaster, war, and other emotionally harmful experiences. While many people who experience a traumatic event do not have lasting negative effects, others experience more difficulty with traumatic stress reactions. Research has documented the relationship between exposure to traumatic events and substance abuse. For example, approximately 20%-90% of individuals with a substance use disorder (SUD) have a history of childhood trauma and 37% to 52% have a posttraumatic stress disorder diagnosis (Mergler et al, 2018). When it comes to trauma, there are no boundaries regarding age, gender, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, geography, or sexual orientation. This online learning series will increase the skill level of behavioral health professionals to define and recognize trauma in individuals. Helping individuals affected by trauma to manage their symptoms using a strength-based approach minimizes re-traumatization and enhances practitioners’ ability to provide trauma-informed support.   Participant Commitments and Expectations: Attend a 1-hour online Orientation Commit to 6-weeks of live online training for 1.5 hours weekly Complete weekly self-study learning activities Access to appropriate technology to utilize videoconferencing platform (internet connection, webcam, laptop/tablet, speakers, and microphone) Be prepared and actively engaged while on camera during each session   Free to Participate: Space is limited to the first 35 registrants who will receive a grant-funded scholarship that covers the entire $450 cost of participation. Once the 35 spots have been filled, registration will be closed. Due to limited enrollment, if you cannot commit to the full participant requirements, please defer this registration opportunity to others.   Continuing Eduction: The series has been approved for a total of 16 contact hours (15 hours content instruction and one-hour orientation session) through the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) and has been approved by CASAT, School of Public Health, University of Nevada, Reno, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for 16 CEUs. NAADAC Provider #98165. CASAT is responsible for all aspects of its programming. No credit will be awarded for non-attendance or partial attendance. The knowledge and skills learned should be applied within the framework of any applicable Operating and/or Credentialing regulations in your State of practice.  

The Invitation to Change (ITC) support group is a holistic model designed to support families or loved ones impacted by substance use. This group empowers family members with strategies to encourage positive change in their loved ones while also fostering self-care and resilience. This group is open to anyone who serves as a support system for someone struggling with substance use. A family of 5 walking at the sunset Group goals include: Helping family members understand the behaviors associated with substance use Providing strategies that can help your loved one want to change and start to change Supporting the practices of self-awareness and self-compassion needed to sustain yourself on this challenging journey Creating a space of compassion and kindness, where family members can share their feelings and experiences with others who understand 📅 Dates: March 5 – July 2, 2025, for 15 weeks 🕚 Time: Every Wednesday from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (CST) 📩 For more info about how to get involved, contact Amber Takens at [email protected].

DESCRIPTION  The opioid epidemic continues to be a major public health crisis, driven largely by fentanyl and other synthetic opioids. Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist that binds to opioid receptors in the brain. Its unique pharmacological profile, characterized by a ceiling effect, limits the risk of overdose and makes it a safer alternative to full agonists like methadone. Newer formulations and updated initiation strategies can help stabilize patients and support long-term recovery. The session can be helpful to all clinicians who care for individuals with opioid use. Clinicians can educate and reassure their patients on these updates and guide them to treatment. LEARNING OBJECTIVES  • Describe the current opioid epidemic landscape • Assess buprenorphine pharmacology • Describe unique challenges in buprenorphine initiation • Define clinical practice and micro (low dose) and macro (high dose) initiation *CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for the contact hours/certificate of attendance, you must join the live webinar in the Zoom platform. Contact Hours (Certificate of Attendance): up to 1. 25 for attending the entire session. If you are having issues accessing the room/application at the time of the event: Please email [email protected] at the start of the webinar so that we can assist you. PRESENTER         Dr. Vishesh Agarwal is an award winning board-certified general adult psychiatrist, with additional board certification in addiction psychiatry and obesity medicine. He received the Delaware Today Top doctors award in 2022. Along with his clinical work, Dr. Agarwal supervises and mentors trainee physicians and student learners. He is an invited speaker at regional, and national conferences, and has published in peer-reviewed journals.

DESCRIPTION Challenges in processing information is a critical consideration for providers engaging in prevention and outreach to people living with substance use disorder. To empower assessment and intervention, providers need to increase their skills in information gathering and sharing with people whose diagnoses contain a cognitive processing barrier. This presentation will define and exemplify what cognitive processing disorder is, how it presents, and some basic considerations for navigating it. This course is considered a prerequisite for the Cognitive Processing Disorder Learning Collaboratives for Supervisors. LEANRING OBJECTIVES -Identify the defining factors of Cognitive Processing Disorder (CPD) and its tie to common diagnoses experienced by clients. -Explain how CPD disrupts treatment and engagement efforts re: substance use disorder. -Recite key considerations and EBP strategies that can support information sharing and engagement with people living with CPD. Sign up for the first CPD Learning Collaborative on April 16, 2025 here. *CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for the contact hours/certificate of attendance, you must join the live webinar in the Zoom platform. Contact Hours (Certificate of Attendance): up to 1.5 for attending the entire session. If you are having issues accessing the room/application at the time of the event: Please email [email protected] at the start of the webinar so that we can assist you. PRESENTER Laura Hinds MSW, LCSW is a clinical social worker with experience in medical, behavioral and mental health settings. Laura has had the pleasure of working with high acuity special needs populations and their providers for over 22 years. An alumna and instructor at Penn’s School of Social Policy and Practice for 13 years, and Bryn Mawr’s School of Social Work and Social Research for the past 4 years, Laura has supported the learning and education of new social workers, veterans in the field, and their interdisciplinary partners.

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

Description: Professional boundaries set the parameters of effective and appropriate interaction between professionals and the people they serve. Boundaries protect clients and patients as well as providers. This interactive course will discuss professionalism and ethics, dual relationships, and how to build a safe working environment. *Please note* Once registered, tickets are not needed for this event. The Zoom link will be included in the confirmation and reminder emails. 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. Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc., Training Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0694. Participants are required to attend the ENTIRE training, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.

The fifth of eight immersive sessions designed for leaders committed to transforming workplace culture and enhancing employee well-being. Throughout this series, participants actively engage with the Workplace Well-Being Guidebook, applying its insights and strategies in each session to create a healthier, more supportive work environment. Friday groups take place from 10 - 11 am and 11:30 - 12:30 pm. Registration for this group is currently closed. For more information, please contact Andrea Dalton at [email protected].

Description: Increase understanding of trauma and substance use disorders. Promote safety as a core therapeutic goal. Teach coping skills for managing PTSD and addiction. Enhance emotional regulation and self-soothing strategies. Improve interpersonal skills for healthier relationships. Foster empowerment and hope in clients' recovery. Provide trauma-informed care in treatment settings. Support relapse prevention through skill-building.