Past Events

The Indigenous Behavioral Health Series The series is designed for providers of substance use treatment and prevention services, peer support specialists, and those working in primary care settings, social services, schools, and mental health settings.     Crisis Intervention This series will provide a review of common crisis situations, an overview of crisis intervention guidelines and strategies, and describe clinical responses to common behavioral health emergencies and crises in clinical practice. Join us to gain skills in handling crisis events.   Topics include:   Tuesday, August 29th: Conceptual Issues of Behavioral Emergencies and Behavioral Crises Tuesday, September 12th: Clinical Response to Trauma Tuesday, September 19th: Case-Illustrations Tuesday, September 26th: Reflections Upon Important Crisis Intervention Topics - Q&A   Our speakers are Dr. Ken Winters, Dr. Jacque Gray, Nelda Huskie, and Dr. Kathy Tomlin. All sessions are Tuesdays from 12-1:30 ET / 11-12:30 CT / 10-11:30 MT / 9-10:30 PT / 8-9:30 AKT.

Please join us for this special webinar series each Monday starting in August from 2-330pmCT. Mr. Doug Widow Jr. (Cheyenne River Sioux), Mr. Wakiyan Peta (Cheyenne River Sioux), and other Native American guests explore issues and ideas related to engaging AI/AN patients (relatives) in the treatment process along the continuum from evaluation to continuing care. A number of important issues will be addressed in this culturally informed interactive webinar. Topics may include grief/trauma/ loss, cultural awareness/ sensitivity, past generations, Western v. Indigenous approaches, cravings/ urges in early recovery, culture is recovery, and stories of experience, strength, and resilience.

For 30 years, the New England ATTC has served as a proud regional workforce development partner for The Annual New England School of Best Practices in Addiction Services, commonly called Best Practices. The School of Best Practices, developed from the New England Summer School, is an intensive 5-day learning opportunity for established addiction professionals to study an area of special interest in-depth and is taking place August 28, 2023 – September 1, 2023. The New England ATTC will be hosting a number of plenary sessions and specialized courses focused on treatment and recovery support services to address specific needs of the regional workforce.   The New England ATTC is proud to sponsor several courses including: COURSES: 151. M: Stimulants and their Impact on Brain and Behavior – Best Practices and Approaches 601. M.T.W: Clinical Supervision Foundations 251. T: Harm Reduction 352. W: Risk Need and Responsivity- Delivery of Offender Treatment 353. W: De-escalation & Engagement Strategies: A Trauma Informed Approach 354. W: Motivational Interviewing: Advancing the Practice 454. Th: Health Disparities and Building Equity in SUD Services 553. F: Integrating Mindfulness to Overcome Trauma and Addiction 555. F: Addiction, Race and Criminal Justice   We are also proud to present the opening plenary session on Thursday, August 31st: Incorporating an Intersectionality Framework to Understand the Impact of Racism and Heterosexism on the Health Disparities Encountered by LGBTQ+ People of Color - David G.  Zelaya, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies (CAAS), Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Research Fellow, Harvard Medical School  within the Department of Psychiatry.   For a full detailed agenda, visit the Best Practices website.

DESCRIPTION  The purpose of this presentation is to describe the benefits of community-based care of substance use disorders (SUDS) in Black and Latinx communities. It will describe Screening Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT), Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), Medications for Addition Treatment (MAT) with a focus on MOUD. Additionally,  late breaking research (e.g., psilocybin to treat mental health and addiction) will be discussed.   LEARNING OBJECTIVES To understand the three tenants of Screening Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) in detail. To review all the FDA approved Medications for Addiction Treatment (MAT) with a focus on Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD). To provide an overview of at least three psychedelics being studied in research to treat mental health illnesses, including substance use disorders.   PRESENTER Ayana Jordan, MD, PhD, is an Addiction Psychiatrist and the Barbara Wilson Associate Professor of Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry, at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and Pillar Co-Lead for the Community Engagement Pillar in the NYU Langone Institute for Excellence in Health Equity.  She is dedicated to creating spaces and opportunities for more people of color, specifically Black women in academia who are vastly underrepresented. The fundamental message of equity and inclusion has informed her research, clinical work and leadership duties at NYU and beyond.    *CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for the 0.75 contact hours/certificate of attendance, you must join the live webinar in the Zoom platform. Certificates must be requested within one week of the event and will be processed within 30 days. 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.  

The New England ATTC in partnership with Gateway Healthcare is providing targeted technical assistance in Cultural Intelligence: Understanding and Incorporating CLAS Standards into Practice on 8/24/23 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm with subject matter expert Haner Hernandez. This training is designed to highlight and explore the needs of treatment professionals working with culturally diverse individuals, organizations, and communities. The participants will learn about Health Disparities, Cultural Intelligence, CLAS Standards and proven techniques and strategies for engagement and improving outcomes. [This is a private, targeted technical assistance (TA) event. If you are interested in similar TA please contact [email protected]]

The risk of fatal overdose has changed significantly in recent years, most notably with the emergence of illicit fentanyl and the increasing prevalence of polypharmacy. In this webinar, presenters Michael Hite, MBA and Desislav Hite, MD will discuss trends and patterns in overdose cases over the last 5 years, factors that can increase overdose risk including identifiable life events and mental health co-occurring conditions, and how different populations are affected across Region 10. They will also discuss actionable interventions to enhance overdose safety including new medical devices and digital resources, harm reduction strategies, and collaboration with local community organizations.    Learning objectives: Analyze the evolving trends in overdose incidents over the last 5years. Recognize factors that increase individuals’ vulnerability to overdose. Apply actionable interventions to enhance overdose safety and prevention. Explore new products and resources to manage overdose. About the speakers: Michael Hite Michael Hite is a health care entrepreneur focused on the use of technology improve the treatment of challenging diseases. He has developed multiple pharmaceutical delivery technologies from the bench to the clinic, and is a named inventor on 13 US patents. Prior to founding Ayuda Medical, Michael was a co-founder and CEO of Impel Pharmaceuticals, a specialty pharmaceutical company focusing on the treatment of Central Nervous System disorders. In his 8 years as CEO, Michael built a team of 30 employees, developed new technology and apply it to several therapeutic areas, raised multiple rounds of funding and SBIR grants, secured strategic partners, and developed the lead product into late-stage clinical studies. Michael holds a BA in Russian Studies from Amherst College and a MBA from the University of Washington.  Desislava Hite  Dr. Desislava (Desi) Hite is a physician board-certified in Emergency Medicine and actively practicing in the state of Washington for over 13 years. She is the Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of Ayuda Medical, founded in 2019 to bring emergency care closer to the patient and decrease the complications of overdose in the home setting. Dr. Hite is the principal investigator on Phase I and Phase II grants by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, with the aim to create a wearable device that alarms in case of overdose and immediately brings help, giving agency to the unconscious person wearing the device. It also empowers loved ones and bystanders to intercept the OD emergencies before they turn into tragedy. It is the mission of Ayuda to improve access to overdose safety for all.  

  In HHS Region 8, overdose deaths attributed to fentanyl increased by 27% in South Dakota to 125% in Utah from 2019 to 2020. According to the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), fentanyl is rapidly becoming the number one drug threat surpassing stimulants, especially in this region. In addition, Xylazine (also known as Tranq), a powerful sedative used in veterinary practice, is being mixed into fentanyl. Both SAMHSA and the DEA released alerts in March 2023 for healthcare professionals regarding risks to patients exposed to Xylazine as the problems associated with this drug are moving towards the plains and western states. Finally, synthetic psychoactive cannabis products that include Delta 8 THC are marketed to youth and sold over-the-counter in many states. Public health concerns and approaches related to Delta 8 THC will be discussed.   These three substances, Fentanyl, Xylazine, and Synthetic Psychoactive Cannabis, will be the focus of this two-part webinar series. The goal is to increase the knowledge and awareness of treatment and recovery professionals by helping prepare their responses to individuals using these substances. Best practices suggest that these trending substances will require more proactive efforts.   Part 2 - Illicit Drug Supply in 2023: Fentanyl and Xylazine Wednesday, August 23, 2023 11:00 am - 12:30pm Mountain 12:00 - 1:30pm Central   Description: The drugs on the streets in 2023 are a very potent and lethal mixture of pharmaceutical agents that when mixed into the longstanding supply of heroin, cocaine and methamphetamine have increased overdose deaths by almost 100% in the past 5 years. This presentation will focus on how fentanyl and xylazine have changed the illicit drug landscape and made harm reduction the essential framework for addressing the needs of individuals who use illicit drugs. Information will be provided on the changing mixture of drugs being used, the effects of these drugs, the challenges that the use of these drug provide to first responders, medical professionals and addiction treatment providers.   Presenter: Richard Rawson, PhD   Click Here for Part 1 - New Psychoactive Cannabis Products: Understanding Terminology, Marketing Strategies, and Associated Risks  

Please join us for this special webinar series each Monday starting in August from 2-330pmCT. Mr. Doug Widow Jr. (Cheyenne River Sioux), Mr. Wakiyan Peta (Cheyenne River Sioux), and other Native American guests explore issues and ideas related to engaging AI/AN patients (relatives) in the treatment process along the continuum from evaluation to continuing care. A number of important issues will be addressed in this culturally informed interactive webinar. Topics may include grief/trauma/ loss, cultural awareness/ sensitivity, past generations, Western v. Indigenous approaches, cravings/ urges in early recovery, culture is recovery, and stories of experience, strength, and resilience.

  This unique 4-part series, presented by the National AI/AN ATTC, provides the viewers with an opportunity to discuss strength-based cultural practices and Summertime AI/AN teachings to our peers, friends, and relatives. Session sub-topics TBA.

The uptake in the use of telehealth for SUD treatment and recovery services since the start of the Public Health Emergency (PHE) has been swift and has transformed how services are delivered. Many experts predict that SUD treatment and recovery services will use a hybrid service delivery method (some services in-person and some online). Join the online consultation session every third Friday of the month to discuss/share virtual service delivery tips and practices for practitioners and peers focusing on telehealth and digital recovery support services. The facilitator, Maryellen Evers, is a person with lived experience and a provider of clinical services via telehealth. Guest speakers and national experts focused on digital recovery support may also present during the sessions.   To join Virtual Recovery Services 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

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

The New England ATTC in partnership with RICARES is providing a basic/universal TA session titled “A qualitative analysis of barriers to opioid agonist treatment for racial/ethnic minoritized populations” on 8/17/23 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. Racial/ethnic minoritized populations with opioid use disorder (OUD) use opioid agonist therapy (OAT) at lower rates.  This study interviewed patients with OUD not on OAT: commonly cited barriers to OAT among racial/ethnic minorities were distrust of OAT and anticipated stigma.  To address the needs of this population, culturally-tailored interventions are needed. Article link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36403456/

"Trauma Informed Care” is a strengths-based framework firmly grounded in neuroscientific research and intentional practices that protect and empower trauma survivors and caregivers. When people and organizations provide compassionate, trauma-informed care, the end result is an environment where everyone can thrive.  During this introductory session in participants will gain a deeper understanding of the prevalence of trauma, the impact of chronic stress - including adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs - on brains, bodies, and behaviors, and review key principles of Trauma Informed Care. Participants will learn universal strategies and principles that can be implemented by anyone, anywhere, to support long-term health and well-being for all. This is a hybrid event! Click here to register for the virtual session Click here to register for the in-person session

This is an expanded version of the popular TOR Care & Share sessions that began in early 2020, now open to all prevention, treatment, and recovery professionals working with Native populations. This session is a guided discussion for participants to share their expertise, unique tribal and community practices, and offer peer-to-peer support for others serving Native people and tribal communities. Discussion topics are determined by registration responses. This session is held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. 2-3:30 ET / 1-2:30 CT / 12-1:30 MT / 11-12:30 PT / 10-11:30 AKT

Abstinence from alcohol is often viewed as the most desirable and ideal outcome for individuals with alcohol use disorder. Yet, most individuals with alcohol use disorder do not want to abstain from drinking and do not seek treatment. Over the past 20 years, there have been several significant methodological advances in studying patterns and predictors of alcohol use and drinking reductions, yet most of the work has not had a major influence on clinical practice. The current talk will provide a broad overview of this literature and present new data on the validity of World Health Organization drinking risk levels as a harm reduction target for alcohol use disorder treatment, as well as data on non-abstinent recovery pathways. Results from several recent studies provide evidence that reductions in World Health Organization drinking risk levels are a viable alternative to abstinence as a public health and harm reduction strategy and as an outcome for alcohol clinical trials. The talk will also highlight new perspectives and new empirical data examining non-abstinent recovery from alcohol use disorder.   Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to describe specific benefits of reductions in drinking in clinical trial data. Participants will be able to evaluate the range of positive functional outcomes that correspond to non-abstinent reductions in drinking and maintenance of non-abstinent recovery over time. Participants will be able to describe the key limitations of an abstinence-only model for the treatment of alcohol use disorder from a public health perspective.   Speaker: Dr. Katie Witkiewitz is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of New Mexico and the Director of the Center on Alcohol, Substance use, and Addictions. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and conducts research examining patterns and predictors of alcohol and other substance use, harm reduction, and recovery. Her research has also focused on the development, evaluation, and implementation of mindfulness-based interventions in real world settings. She has conducted numerous empirical studies on the efficacy and effectiveness of mindfulness-based relapse prevention as a treatment for substance use disorders, prediction of relapse following treatment for alcohol and drug use disorders, and mechanisms of successful treatment outcomes following mindfulness-based interventions to prevent alcohol and drug use. To date, Dr. Witkiewitz has authored 5 books and over 300 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters. Her research has been supported by grants from the National Institute on Mental Health, National Cancer Institute, National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, and the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, totaling over $60 million in research funding since 2004.

"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.  CREDITS: This training meets approval 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. Participants are required to attend the training in its entirety, turn on their video cameras, and actively participate in order to receive credit.

  This event takes place in Chicago with limited seats available.   Lunch and refreshments included, courtesy of our valued partner, Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc.     DESCRIPTION: This comprehensive 6-hour in-person training aims to equip human services professionals who work with Hispanics and Latinos facing mental health and substance use issues with a deeper understanding of cultural bias and its historical origins. By exploring the Enlightenment era's impact on cultural perceptions, this training will help participants recognize their own biases and develop culturally sensitive approaches to support their clients effectively.  Additionally, the session will explore the significance of faith within the Hispanic and Latino cultures and provide practical strategies for integrating faith into therapeutic practices.      LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Identify and understand the various forms of bias affecting human services for Latinos and Hispanics, including racial, cultural, and implicit biases, and recognize their impact on practitioner input and client outcomes. Analyze the historical context of bias in human services, particularly the relationship between Enlightenment ideals, racism, and European cultural chauvinism, to gain insight into the root causes of bias in the field. Develop strategies to reduce bias in practice, including promoting self-awareness and cultural responsiveness among practitioners, implementing organizational policies and procedures to address bias, and fostering collaboration with Latino and Hispanic communities.     TRAINERS: Alfredo Cerrato Alfredo Cerrato is the senior cultural and workforce development officer for the Center for Health Enhancement Systems Studies (CHESS) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He currently manages intensive technical assistance projects for the SAMHSA-funded Great Lakes ATTC, MHTTC, and PTTC Technology Transfer Centers. He is a subject matter expert and trainer of trainers of the National Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) Standards and other culturally related topics. Mr. Cerrato specializes in the relationship between the National CLAS Standards and process improvement, focusing on organizational change, cultural communications, worldview dynamics, and conflict resolution. As CEO of various non-government organizations, Mr. Cerrato has 25 years of international relations experience and has conducted advocacy, policy, and disaster relief work in collaboration with multiple governments across the globe.   Albert Thompson Albert Thompson is a war, conflict, and peace historian and an instructor of history at Northern Virginia Community College. He holds a Masters in Military History from Norwich University, where his research focused on the Troubles in Northern Ireland. Mr.  Thompson is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in history at Howard University, where he focuses on post-Second World War American identity. He is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts.     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.      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.

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. CREDITS: This training meets approval 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. Participants are required to attend the training in its entirety, turn on their video cameras, and actively participate in order to receive credit.

Please join us for this special webinar series each Monday starting in August from 2-330pmCT. Mr. Doug Widow Jr. (Cheyenne River Sioux), Mr. Wakiyan Peta (Cheyenne River Sioux), and other Native American guests explore issues and ideas related to engaging AI/AN patients (relatives) in the treatment process along the continuum from evaluation to continuing care. A number of important issues will be addressed in this culturally informed interactive webinar. Topics may include grief/trauma/ loss, cultural awareness/ sensitivity, past generations, Western v. Indigenous approaches, cravings/ urges in early recovery, culture is recovery, and stories of experience, strength, and resilience.

Please join us for our virtual talking circle. This group will be facilitated by a Native guest and will focus on concerns about yourself, your family, your work, and/or your tribal community that you may be experiencing during these uncertain times. There is no fee or expectation to participate in this event. This is a respectful meeting space. Come share your concerns, offer support, and respect the group’s privacy. Please note your time zone: 1:30-3 EST . 12:30-2 CST . 11:30-1 MST . 10:30-12 PST . 9:30-11 . AKST

LGBTQIA people are much more than their sexual orientation and gender identity. This interactive webinar combines the perspectives and practices of both Cultural Humility and Motivational Interviewing, inviting participants to consider how these approaches, used in tandem, can enhance engagement and retention of LGBTQIA people. CREDITS: This training meets the requirements 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. 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.     INTENDED AUDIENCE Behavioral health, substance use dicorders, 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. The first 35 registrants will receive a grant-funded scholarship that covers the entire $350 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. FACILITATORS: Amy Shanahan, MS, CADC QUESTIONS? Please contact NFARtec staff at [email protected] or by phone at 866-617-2816 (toll-free).      EVENT LANDING PAGE  

  Text Reminders to Assist Clinical Effectiveness and Recovery (TRACER) Series August 10th, August 17th, August 24th 11:00 AM - 12:30PM (MT) 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (CT) 1:00 PM -2:30 PM (ET)   Text messages have become a powerful tool for promoting health and wellness. They serve as effective reminders of health appointments, medication compliance and other healthy behaviors. In addition, text messages can support and enhance substance use treatment outcomes. This series will show how to use automated text messages to help people remain in treatment and engage with recovery support services. A manual created by Dr. Scott Walters along with the Mountain Plains ATTC staff, Using Text Messages to Improve Substance Use Treatment Outcomes Step-by-Step Guide, will serve as the guide for the series, offering practical tips and techniques for using automated text messages to help people stay committed and involved in treatment. Please contact [email protected] for questions.   Session 1 (August 10) is an overview webinar that reviews best practices for developing and sending automated text messages; describes the language and tone of effective text messages; and gives examples of text messages for both individual and group sessions.   Session 2 (August 17th) & Session 3 (August 24) will include instruction and hands-on practice on how to develop automated texting sequences using a reliable service. At the end of Session 3, participants will have a sequence of messages that can be used in treatment or recovery support settings.   Target Audience: Behavioral Health, Substance Use Disorders, Mental Health, and Recovery Support Service Providers in: Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and American Indian Tribes and Communities.   Takeaways: ·    Recall ways that text messages have been used to improve substance use treatment outcomes ·    Describe “best practices” for text message tone and framing ·    Understand how to use a text message provider to develop and send text messages ·    Develop a text message sequence to support individual and/or group treatment services   Continuing Education: Each session is worth up to 1.5 CEUs for a possible total of 4.5 CEUs.   ** Participants MUST complete Session 1 to receive the registration link for Session 2, Session 3, and the pre-paid Text Magic resource.

DESCRIPTION This webinar will discuss the use of buprenorphine extended-release injection in the treatment of opioid use disorder and the potential barriers to its use. It will also outline logistics and operational needs for use in clinical settings. OBJECTIVES Participants will be able to: Describe buprenorphine extended-release injection, its pharmacology, and its role in the management of opioid use disorder (OUD). Explain the benefits of extended-release formulations over immediate-release options and discuss the evidence supporting the use of buprenorphine extended-release injection in the treatment of OUD. Discuss how buprenorphine extended-release injection can help stabilize patients, minimize withdrawal symptoms, and decrease cravings for opioids. Explore the impact of buprenorphine extended-release injection on healthcare systems, including potential cost-effectiveness, and resource utilization benefits. Identify any reimbursement or formulary considerations that may affect access to buprenorphine extended-release injection. TARGET AUDIENCE Prescribers, nursing, and social work professionals who interact with individuals with opioid use disorder as well as operational leads of facilities providing MOUD (medication for opioid use disorder) can benefit from this presentation. PRESENTER Dr. Vishesh Agarwal is an award-winning, board-certified, general adult psychiatrist, with an 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.