Past Events

This presentation will define domestic violence (DV) and intimate partner violence (IPV) and provide statistics on the prevalence of DV in the United States. Why do victims of violence stay in this type of relationship? Domestic violence and intimate partner violence do not discriminate between socioeconomic statuses, race, or ethnicity. Domestic violence and intimate partner violence are learned behaviors that are caused by the need for power and control over another person. Victims of DV or IPV may turn to substances to try to cope with the pain, shame and guilt. This only exacerbates the trauma because it may lead to addiction and co-occurring disorders. Learning objectives: Define the types of domestic violence and intimate partner violence Identify causes of domestic violence and intimate partner violence Recognize why a victim of domestic violence or intimate partner violence might turn to addiction Identify ways of coping with trauma Identify ways of finding help Speaker Glory McDaniel, MA, LPCC, LAC, NCC In May of 2018, Glory McDaniel earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Program from Denver Seminary. Mrs. McDaniel is a bilingual therapist working with specific treatment of co-occurring substance use disorders and posttraumatic stress, addiction, and mental illness, leading both English and Spanish groups, educating the community as well as individual counseling. She serves on the board of the Colorado Association of Addiction Professionals (CAAP) and facilitator for Mending the Soul (MTS) groups for women survivors of abuse. Mrs. McDaniel earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services with emphases in Domestic Violence Counseling and Addiction Counseling from the Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2013. She interned with the Center for Trauma and Resilience, formerly known as Denver Center for Crime Victims (DCCV), and later joined the Colorado Organization of Victim Assistance (COVA) as their Human Trafficking Case Manager. Mrs. McDaniel believes in helping others by providing support, counseling, and education on various topics such as domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, anxiety, depression, mental illness, and substance use disorder.  Her ultimate career goal is to establish a nonprofit and start a shelter for women who have/are experiencing abuse and provide them with necessary skills that will empower them to become self-sufficient and live a happy, healthy and prosperous life.

Please join the Northwest ATTC and the Western States Node of the NIDA Clinical Trials Network for our next joint webinar on February 25, 2020! Presented by Robina Walker, PhD, of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, this webinar will describe trends in the use of methamphetamine, describe evidence-based treatments for methamphetamine use disorder, and summarize current research investigating new treatments for methamphetamine use disorder. 1.5 NAADAC CEU will be available for those who attend the live webinar! For more information, download our flyer!

This course will define and explore stress and the process of vicarious traumatization. A model of worker selfcare will also be presented, and participants will review their own self-care behaviors.

The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Workforce: Recovery and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Summit brings together registered and certified SUD counselors and other disciplines of the behavioral health workforce to provide education and resources pertaining to MAT, tools to address and reduce stigma and ways the workforce can join California’s current efforts to address SUD emerging epidemics.   Objectives: Provide an understanding of the disease of addiction and address the stigma often associated with MAT. Share MAT facts, outcomes, and the benefits that MAT has on individuals to achieve a sustainable recovery.  Provide tools designed to initiate MAT conversations and available resources aimed at connecting individuals to MAT.   Who Should Attend: Behavioral Health Workforce Professionals   Certified Nurse Midwives Licensed Professionals  Mental Health Professionals  Nurse Practitioners Pharmacists Physicians Physician Assistants Registered and Certified AOD Counselors Registered Nurses SUD Providers   Continuing Education Units (CEUs): Complimentary 6.5 continuing education units will be available. Click here for more details.   Registration: Registration is complimentary and will include breakfast and lunch. Please click on the "register" button above or below to complete your registration. Registration will close two weeks prior to each session date. No on-site registration will be available.                                                                    Contact: For more information please contact the following: Registration Questions: Mary Winterlin-Benjamin at [email protected], 916-278-2667 Program Questions: Rajeshni Naicker, [email protected], 916-345-7484

The training will be given to the students of the Universidad Central de Caribe that are taking courses in Substance Abuse Counseling.

Inviting our colleagues, friends & relatives. Those on the journey of surviving kidney failure, diseases of the liver, heart, diabetes, and addictions, cancer & survivors of domestic violence. Regain our sovereignty by bringing back the doula for birthing. Learn advocacy & hear activists on subjects plaguing Indian country. This is a day of celebrating & supporting our healing. Thanking & feeding those who offered prayers & medicine ways on this road of healing, inviting our communities to share meals & good thoughts. ALL HO-CHUNK,  INDIGENOUS NATIONS & FAMILIES WELCOME

The training will be given to the students of the Universidad Central del Caribe providing them with the strategies and techniques of good treatment planning.

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/280136361 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: 280 136 361

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Research data indicate higher rates of trauma among justice-involved persons than the general population. The effects of traumatic experiences can challenge a person’s capacity for recovery and pose significant barriers to accessing services, often resulting in an increased risk of coming into contact with the criminal justice system.  Similarly, criminal justice professionals also deal with work related situations inducing trauma, PTSD and other anxiety related mental health issues impacting their ability to do their work. This interactive training instructs on what trauma is and how to avoid re-traumatizing individuals, real-life experiences from persons affected, how to increase safety for criminal justice practitioners, and promote and support recovery of justice-involved persons. Although this training is designed with community corrections, court, and law enforcement personnel in mind, behavioral health providers working with justice involved persons will find it useful in understanding core issues of trauma and trauma-informed approaches.

Substance use disorders (SUDs) are highly stigmatized conditions, with stigma hindering and discouraging individuals from seeking treatment services. Not only does stigma exist for individuals with SUDs, but also for individuals who use medications to treat opioid use disorders despite the unparalleled effectiveness of medication assisted treatment (MAT). Stigma is perpetuated through both expected (families and employers) and unexpected (health care providers) routes. During this webinar, participants will learn about the ways in which stigma undermines treatment opportunities and increases individuals’ shame that can lead to adverse outcomes, including overdose.

This is a course on Anger Management for Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital:  1.    Provide an overview of SAMHSA Anger Management for Substance Abuse with Mental Health Clients to increase understanding of curriculum and support effective facilitation. 2.    Highlight importance of maintaining fidelity to the evidence-based model how and why.  Also please identify opportunities for ‘creativity’ to meet the needs of patients served while still maintaining fidelity to the model. 3.    Provide technical assistance through solidifying and building upon group facilitation skills taught in past training including  (e.g., providing opportunities for role play to demonstrate effective group facilitation skills) 4.    Identify and problem solve around Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital group facilitation challenges including (e.g., how do best manage clients coming late to group, how to manage an open group, etc.)

The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Workforce: Recovery and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Summit brings together registered and certified SUD counselors and other disciplines of the behavioral health workforce to provide education and resources pertaining to MAT, tools to address and reduce stigma and ways the workforce can join California’s current efforts to address SUD emerging epidemics.   Objectives: Provide an understanding of the disease of addiction and address the stigma often associated with MAT. Share MAT facts, outcomes, and the benefits that MAT has on individuals to achieve a sustainable recovery.  Provide tools designed to initiate MAT conversations and available resources aimed at connecting individuals to MAT.   Who Should Attend: Behavioral Health Workforce Professionals   Certified Nurse Midwives Licensed Professionals  Mental Health Professionals  Nurse Practitioners Pharmacists Physicians Physician Assistants Registered and Certified AOD Counselors Registered Nurses SUD Providers   Continuing Education Units (CEUs): Complimentary 6.5 continuing education units will be available. Click here for more details.   Registration: Registration is complimentary and will include breakfast and lunch. Please click on the "register" button above or below to complete your registration. Registration will close two weeks prior to each session date. No on-site registration will be available.                                                                    Contact: For more information please contact the following: Registration Questions: Mary Winterlin-Benjamin at [email protected], 916-278-2667 Program Questions: Rajeshni Naicker, [email protected], 916-345-7484

Is your health center ready to integrate and implement SBIRT? Join us for a one-hour session with a knowledgeable SBIRT professional who will answer and discuss questions related to: administration and use of screening materials including the AUDIT, DAST, and the CRAFFT among others; brief interventions and referrals to treatment including making effective warm handoffs; and workflow and integration of SBIRT into medical settings. Participants will have the opportunity to share case studies and receive guidance on how to integrate SBIRT into their health center sustainably. We look forward to meeting you and providing guidance on implementing SBIRT.   To join OtS SBIRT Implementation 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/225336565 Step 2:  Join by Telephone (ONLY if device does not have a microphone built in): Phone: +1 669 900 6833 (US Toll) or +1 408 638 0968 (US Toll)                Meeting ID: 225 336 565 Joining via web-cam is strongly encouraged.

[This is a closed event] This is a course on Anger Management for Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital:  1. Provide an overview of SAMHSA Anger Management for Substance Abuse with Mental Health Clients to increase understanding of curriculum and support effective facilitation. 2. Highlight importance of maintaining fidelity to the evidence-based model how and why.  Also please identify opportunities for ‘creativity’ to meet the needs of patients served while still maintaining fidelity to the model. 3. Provide technical assistance through solidifying and building upon group facilitation skills taught in past training including  (e.g., providing opportunities for role play to demonstrate effective group facilitation skills) 4. Identify and problem solve around Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital group facilitation challenges including (e.g., how do best manage clients coming late to group, how to manage an open group, etc.)

The Kansas City Perinatal Recovery Collaborative (KC PRC) is working to develop, grow, and nurture a coordinated, multi-system network of services and programs to support pregnant and parenting mothers as they navigate the dual journey of parenting and recovery. If you are interested in participating in these monthly meetings, please contact Bree at [email protected]. 

Arizona State University’s Center for Applied Behavioral Health Policy (CABHP) is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Winter Institute for Public Safety & Behavioral Health Conference being held Feb 18-20, 2020 at the ASU West Campus in Glendale, AZ. The conference brings together experts, leaders, and veterans from Public Safety sectors including: firefighters, police officers, criminal justice professionals, emergency medical responders, and emergency response coordinators for cross training opportunities with Behavioral Health professionals in order to craft a strong, integrated, coordinated community response.  The Winter Institute hosts over 225 public safety and behavioral health professionals addressing the diverse demands of individuals and agencies. Cross-training between departments, as well as behavioral health professionals, are vital components helping identify the most efficient, effective and ideal ways to help and serve your community. You’ll also learn how to recognize drug-induced behavioral symptoms, the best ways to respond, compassion/ work fatigue, trauma-informed response, and how to take a person-centered approach when responding to incidents. Attendees will earn approximately 17 hours of CEUs depending on type. We will be providing the following continuing education: NAADAC - Addictions Counseling: http://www.naadac.org/ which is typically accepted by most licensing and certification bodies. NASW: Approved by National Association of Social Works, Arizona Chapter for licensed Social Workers. APA: The Training Institute-Southwest Behavioral Health is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. NBCC: The Training Institute-Southwest Behavioral Health has been approved by the National Board of Certified Counselors as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6368. COJET: Approved by Arizona Courts for Committee on Judicial Education and Training Please contact [email protected] with any questions. Registration Cost: Early Bird (expires 12/15/19) Full Conference (3 days) $149 & 1 Day $65 General: Full Conference $249 & 1 Day: $95 Registration Link: https://www.eiseverywhere.com/ehome/index.php?eventid=479743&

NCFADS Winter & Summer Schools have educated over 18,000 participants in its long and illustrious history. NCFADS continues to bring in talented faculty from across the country to provide state of the art training at the annual Winter and Summer Schools. About The Conference The Premier School for Addiction Professionals in the Southeastern United States The Schools are highly beneficial for addictions and substance use disorder professionals, as well as licensed professional counselors, social workers, school counselors/nurses/social workers, rehabilitation counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychotherapists, integrated care professionals, criminal justice/juvenile justice/corrections personnel, clergy and pastoral care professionals, nurses and other healthcare professionals, health educators, EAP staff, recovery coaches and allies, public health workers, social services staff, and all interested others. Winter School Objectives: Upon completion of the conference, participants should increase their ability to effectively care for clients and be able to: Discuss several Substance Use Disorder (SUD) matters germane to North Carolina Identify population specific interventions and modalities with appropriate clients Examine techniques and concepts to employ with SUD clients and families; …as well as implement these skills in their daily practice. Who Should Attend? Social Workers Integrated Care Professionals Criminal Justice Juvenile Justice Corrections Personnel Clergy and Pastoral Care Professionals Addictions and Substance Use Disorder Professionals Licensed Professional Counselors School Counselors EAP Staff …and all interested others! ====================================================================================================== MAIN-E. Smoke Screens:  Cannabis, Adolescents, and the Impact on Families and Communities Level: Intermediate Presenter: James Campbell, LPC, LAC, MAC, CACII Description: With marijuana being so prevalent in our culture, it can be easy to become desensitized to its impact on those we serve.  Smoke Screens is a look into the developmental and systemic factors associated with cannabis and other drug use as well as a consideration of the impact of that use on individuals, families, and communities.  Specific attention will be given to both the risk and protective factors for adolescents associated with marijuana and other substance use, and steps we can take as we seek to help the young people in our lives navigate the world in which they live will be explored. (Sponsored By: South East Addiction Technology Transfer Center)

Educate service providers and organizations about the need for personal care among those who serve to avoid compassion fatigue.

This curriculum has been developed and piloted for a wide range of mental health professionals including: inpatient/outpatient psychiatric nurses, psychiatrists, social workers, psychologists, family members, first responders, direct care workers in residential, day treatment and psycho-social rehabilitation programs, mental health administrators, policy makers, police officers, academic faculty, and students. Learning Goals: To empathize more deeply with the challenges voice hearers face, reduce the fear and stigma surrounding the voice hearing experience and learn to teach self-help skills to voice hearers. Registration: $59 per person. Student Registration: Enrolled students may receive a discount. Please email [email protected] for questions. Registration Link:  https://www.eiseverywhere.com/ehome/index.php?eventid=473651&

The Peer Support Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes (PS ECHO) is a movement to share knowledge, and amplify capacity to provide best practices. The PS ECHO is an online community for Peer Recovery Specialist and Mental Health Peers to: Share community and statewide resources Learn new skills and tools for doing peer work Meet and connect with other peers

Telebehavioral health and recovery support can assist with the expansion of services and improve client outcomes. It is essential to ensure that professionals providing services using videoconferencing mediums obtain comprehensive and specific training and supervision to offer the best quality of care. This series offers a unique interactive experience that provides shared consultation to professionals delivering counseling in an online environment. The series is structured to provide online consultation, skill-based learning and practice, group and self-study activities, reading assignments, and discussion on topics essential to providing services using videoconferencing. Credit Hours: 21

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Substance Use Disorders (SUD) was initially directed toward preventing relapse to problematic drinking, and was later adapted for use with cocaine-dependent individuals. Since then it has become a mainstay of evidence-based SUD treatment. The purpose of this interactive one-day training is to provide participants with a detailed overview of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and relapse prevention (RP) strategies and encourage use of these strategies in daily clinical practice. The training will be presented in three parts, covering (1) the underlying principles of CBT and RP; (2) the specific elements of CBT including practice with specific interventions (e.g., trigger-thought-craving-use sequence; drug refusal skills; abstinence violation syndrome, etc.); and (3) methods for implementing CBT strategies, including treatment provider role/style in facilitating CBT sessions; using CBT in group and individual sessions; principles of using CBT (e.g., repetition, practice, rationale, scripts, etc.); creating a daily recovery plan; and how to handle relapse. The training will include trainer demonstrations, skill practice, and group discussions. At the conclusion of the training, participants will be able to: 1.    Discuss key principles of classical and operant conditioning, social learning theory, and behavioral modeling 2.    Describe how these key principles form the foundation of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and relapse prevention (RP) 3.    Define drug refusal skills, abstinence violation syndrome, and cognitive reframing. Then discuss how these critical concepts can be incorporated into individual and group CBT sessions 4.    Define the “5 W’s” of a client’s drug use and demonstrate how to conduct a relapse analysis 5.    Describe how to develop coping strategies for the psychological, social, and behavioral antecedents that often “trigger” a relapse

Evidence-based approach to help children, adolescents. adults and families immediately after a disaster and terrorism.