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The National Hispanic/Latino ATTC, WESTAT, the National Hispanic/Latino MHTTC, and Shatterproof as part of the Partnerships for Equity to eliminate Behavioral Health Disparities for Hispanic/Latino communities are providing a three-part virtual learning series. This series is designed to enhance education and information related to risk factors that contribute to substance use disorders (SUD) among Hispanic/Latino communities, particularly focused on Opioid and Fentanyl. The importance of crisis intervention strategies and skills helps to mitigate the cultural nuances of treatment and recovery. Lastly, the presenter discusses stigma, the 3 different types of stigma, and findings from the stigma index produced by Shatterproof. The training will provide Behavioral Health providers (CHW’s, promotores, project coordinators, social workers, family members, etc.) a knowledge-based approach to early intervention and SUD identification for Hispanic and Latino community members and their families. Who should attend: Promotores, First Responders, Community Health Workers, Project Coordinators, Counselors, and Social Workers Learning Objectives: Identify the impact of Opioid and Fentanyl use among Hispanic/Latino adults in the U.S. Recognize the impact of treatment for an SUD Understand SUD stigma and how it manifests Recognize the importance of using non stigmatizing language for people who have an SUD   Part 1: Focus opioid misuse/Latino community/symptoms Recording: https://youtu.be/wOcx4XPnBG4   Part 2: Stigma focus/types of stigma/stigma index findings/using appropriate language Date: Tuesday, May 2, 2023 Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm MT / 2:00pm - 3:30pm ET Recording: https://youtu.be/U16TT4VUz54   Part 3: Treatment options/cultural considerations/recovery through the lens of Latinos/Hispanics Date: Tuesday, May 9, 2023 Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm MT / 2:00pm - 3:30pm ET Register at: https://bit.ly/3FDZmTC About the Presenter: Dr. Fernando J. Gonzalez has more than 37 years of experience managing public health programs and projects in the United States, México, U.S.-México Border, and Global South Countries. He currently serves as Manager for the EMS Opioid Rapid Response and Prevention Program, UT Health Science Center San Antonio/Project Vida, El Paso, TX.  He is a graduate from the Medical School in Autonomous University of Ciudad Juárez, México, and holds an M.P.H. from the School of Public Health.

The New England ATTC in partnership with Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addictions Services is providing targeted technical assistance in "Impact of Compassion Fatigue in the Helping Profession" on 5/9/23 from 9:00-4:00 (EST) with subject matter expert Taylor D'Addario. This workshop is designed to raise awareness of the concept of secondary traumatic stress and the resulting compassion fatigue that can result from it.  Participants will learn concrete strategies to cope with compassion fatigue in order to prevent burn-out and promote self-care.   [This is a private, targeted technical assistance (TA) event.  If you are interested in similar TA please contact [email protected]]

DESCRIPTION Wii FM – What’s in it for me? While legal, economic, and/or relational consequences can motivate clients to get into treatment initially, sustainable change requires clients to have buy-in beyond external forces. In order to help clients find their own buy-in, counselors need to know where their clients are at in terms the change model. It’s a win/win situation when you identify the carrot and help people make choices for change through empowerment and self-direction. This workshop provides engaging tools counselors can use to identify where their clients are at in terms of willingness to change and experiential interventions to help clients make the changes they need and want to make based on which stage of change they are at. The stages of change model is popular in addictions treatment and also has relevance in regard to everyday changes.  OBJECTIVES   Participants will be able to: Explain why it’s important to identify client’s stage of change.  Describe how to use the Change Ruler with their groups. Describe how to use the Angle of Opportunity with clients.  TARGET AUDIENCE It is preferred that professionals with substance abuse certifications, Master's level or higher degree in counseling related fields such as; Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, School Counseling or be in a graduate level counseling program register.   **SPECIAL NOTE** Though this training is not mandatory, space is very limited. This training is very interactive and experimental, various activities will be conducted. Use of your video camera and audio will be required throughout the entire training. If you believe you will be unable to make this commitment, please allow someone the opportunity to register. In the event that you register and later learn that you will no longer be able to participate, please let us know as soon as possible. By proceeding with registration, you are confirming your complete participation. PRESENTERS Jennifer R. Salimbene, MSSW, LCSW-R, CASAC, TEP is the Director of the Addiction track at the Hudson Valley Psychodrama Institute. She has been Director of Clinical Services at several in and outpatient substance abuse programs including Lexington Center for Recovery in Dutchess County, NY, and St. Christopher’s Inn at Graymoor in Garrison, NY. She has over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist. She has a clinical supervision and private therapy practice with offices in Hopewell Junction and Rhinebeck, NY, a Fellow of the American Society of Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama (ASGPP), and is a graduate of the School of Playback Theatre.       Regina Sewell, PhD/ MEd, LMHC, PCC, CP is a licensed mental health counselor in New York and a licensed professional counselor in Ohio. Regina specializes in co-dependency, addictions, LGBT issues, stress management, and getting unstuck. She has a private therapy practice with offices in Hopewell Junction and Rhinebeck, NY. She is currently the Secretary of the American Society of Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama (ASGPP) and is also a Fellow of the ASGPP and the president of the Hudson Valley Chapter of the ASGPP. Regina also teaches Theatre Therapy at Russell Sage College in Troy, NY and Sociology at SUNY New Paltz.    

Are you looking to discuss how you apply Motivational Interviewing to your work or enhance your MI Skills in general? Join us every 2nd Monday of the month from 1-2pm PT to learn from other practicing professionals and receive consultation from a member of MINT (Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers). These monthly consultation sessions will be open to all workforce members within Region 10 (Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington) without registration. We do ask that individuals joining these sessions have attended, at minimum, an Introduction to MI training (8-12 hours). Each session will provide a space for a brief didactic review of core MI concepts or techniques for approximately 10-15 minutes and the reminder of the hour will be reserved for consultation or general discussion. Connect to the Zoom call here (no registration required).  (Find complete Zoom details (phone numbers, e.g.) here.)

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

SESSION DESCRIPTION – BUILDING A CULTURE OF WORKPLACE WELLNESS & ENGAGEMENT TO SUPPPORT RHRP: Participants in this session will learn: Key terms that influence work performance such as burnout, compassion fatigue and secondary trauma How to identify and analyze factors that contribute to burnout How to identify ways to increase wellness including building psychological safety at workplace     TRAINING SCHEDULE: All sessions in this series will take place virtually from 3:00 PM–4:00 PM CT / 4:00 PM–5:00 PM ET. Please visit the RHRP series landing page for more information and registration for all sessions in this series.      CONTINUING EDUCATION: Those who fully attend all 13 hours of the RHRP series will be eligible to receive a total of 13 NAADAC continuing education (CE) hours. NAADAC CE certificates will be sent to qualifying participants via email within 1-2 weeks after the conclusion of the training. Participants who fully attend each of the 5 foundational sessions of the RHRP series will be eligible to receive 1 NAADAC CE hour per session. (Sessions: April 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18) Participants who fully attend all 5 sessions of the RHRP Change Leader Academy will be eligible to receive 5 NAADAC CE hours. No partial credit will be awarded. (Sessions: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29) Participants who fully attend all 10 sessions of the RHRP series will be offered the opportunity to participate in an additional 3 hours of free one-on-one organizational coaching with Mat Roosa that will be tailored to your team and/or agency. Those who participate in these virtual coaching sessions will be eligible to receive 3 NAADAC CE hours. No partial credit will be awarded.     TRAINER: Isa Vélez is a Puerto Rican clinical psychologist. She is the Ohio State Project Manager for the Great Lakes Addiction, Mental Health, and Prevention Technology Transfer Centers managed by the Center for Health Enhancement Systems Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During her pre-doctoral internship at Children’s Institute in Los Angeles, CA, she obtained a certification as Interpersonal Psychotherapy Clinician. She was trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Therapy. In addition, she provides telehealth services to culturally diverse population in Massachusetts and Puerto Rico. Her clinical work has focused on culturally tailored and trauma-informed services to the Latinx community and other ethnic/racial minorities.     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.

The urgency of the opioid crisis that began in 2019 has not abated and fentanyl continues to fuel the overdose rates. More recently, an emerging trend has been identified. Yet another dangerous substance called Xylazine has been found more frequently in various illicit substances and is worsening outcomes for people who use opioids.    This webinar is intended to provide the latest information available on Xylazine, including associated effects on the body and long-term impacts on opioid users, and review  current organizational strategies to help prevent exacerbated and related harm. Credits: This training meets the requirements for 1.5 renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and 1.5 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 session in its entirety, turn on their video cameras, and actively participate in order to receive credit.

      Motivational Interviewing Groups: Moving Together Toward Change Enhanced Professional Learning   DESCRIPTION Motivational interviewing (MI) is an empathic, goal-oriented therapeutic approach that elicits change in health, mental health, and addictive behaviors. Originally an alternative to addiction approaches that relied on an expert, authoritarian stance in counseling, MI has evolved into a mainstream, evidence-based, and highly-used method for eliciting change that helps people live better and healthier across a wide variety of settings, clinical problems, and populations. MI was developed as an individual approach, focusing on dyadic interactions between the person and the counselor. However, adapting MI for use with a group of people requires reconceptualizing its core practices to harness the power of group support, cohesion, and momentum. Group leadership requires skills beyond those in dyadic counseling. Managing “conversational traffic” and facilitating open sharing among people with different experiences, goals, styles, and beliefs are essential skills for group leaders. Effective leaders must be well-prepared to address unexpected situations and maintain therapeutic bonds with individual group members while facilitating a conversation among the whole group. This six-session experiential training provides information on adapting MI to groups across a variety of formats, and is highly experiential, leading participants through group practice exercises across the four phases of MI groups. This series will incorporate evidence-based practices with the MI modality. Participants will become part of a group, and some will have opportunities to lead the group. Incorporating Motivational Interviewing group skills developed by the trainers, this series guides participants in successful group leadership, refocusing groups away from rehashing problems and toward inspiring positive change. WHEN Weekly sessions offered on the same day and start time between May 3 and June 14, 2023. Day and time will depend on your location. Click REGISTER NOW below to view the full schedule for your specific location.  LEARNING OBJECTIVES At the end of this training experience, participants will be able to: Recognize at least two (2) ways to shift from providing individual counseling in a group setting to facilitating group interactions that promote growth and wellness. Explore at least two (2) ways to model a warm, healthy, relaxed, and accepting way of being. Identify at least three (3) strategies to foster a positive group climate while deepening cohesion between members. Assess at least two (2) key elements of the expanded nature of change talk in MI groups. Explain at least two (2) ways to broaden and deepen group conversations for optimal success. Compare at least three (3) strategies to transform group conflict into moments of growth. Specify at least three (3) guided group activities such as exploring values, drawing from past successes, harnessing personal strengths, and envisioning a better future. Build a plan to utilize the three (3) MI strategies of Exploring and Broadening Perspectives, Building Momentum for Change, and Moving into Action.   INTENDED AUDIENCE Behavioral health, substance use disorders, and recovery service providers located in the Pacific Southwest ATTC region (HHS Region 9) Have experience or access to facilitating groups PARTICIPANT COMMITMENT & EXPECTATIONS To be eligible and register for this series, applicants are required to first complete either (1) an Intro to MI live virtual or face-to-face training offered by the PSATTC or (2) the 4-hour, free self-paced, online course Tour of MI: An Interprofessional Road Map for Behavior Change and submit the electronic copy of your certificate of completion from either of these trainings during the registration process 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 for using videoconferencing platform (internet connection, webcam, laptop/tablet, speakers, and microphone) Be prepared and actively engage during scheduled series time FREE TO PARTICIPATE  Space is limited to the first 35 registrants who will receive a grant-funded scholarship that covers the entire $350 cost of participation. Due to limited enrollment, if you cannot commit to the full participant requirements, please defer this registration opportunity to others.   FACILITATORS: Kate Speck, PhD, MAC, LADC Paul Warren, LMSW Amy Shanahan, MS, CADC QUESTIONS? Please contact the NFARtec Workwise Staff at [email protected] or by phone at 775-784-6265 or 866-617-2816 (toll-free).     

DESCRIPTION Research has shown that the rates of Substance Use Disorders among LGBTQ individuals are 3 to 5 times those of their heterosexual, cisgender peers. These statistics hold true across the lifespan and include elevated rates for LGBTQ Elders over age 50, who are especially likely to overuse cannabis, tranquilizers, opiates, and alcohol. These rates reflect the cumulative impact of a lifetime experience of extreme prejudice, the stress of being forced to hide one’s identity for safety, and reasonable responses to living under continual threat of discrimination. This webinar will address the prevalence and underlying reasons for elevated rates of substance use within the population, and offer practical strategies to support older LGBTQ adults who wish to address their substance use. OBJECTIVES Explore the dynamics of substance use within Older LGBTQ Adult communities. Examine the risk of substance use disorder among LGBTQ Elders with their heterosexual, cisgender peers. Identify effective, Elder and LGBTQ-friendly interventions to prevent, assess, and treat substance use disorders within this population. PRESENTER Kate Bishop, MSSA, the Education Coordinator at the LGBT Health Resource Center of Chase Brexton, is a seasoned professional development trainer with expertise in working with LGBTQ populations, sexual and reproductive health care, adolescent development, intimate partner violence, and sexual trauma. She is certified as a trainer through GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network) as well as SAGE (Services and Advocacy for GLBT Elders). Before joining the Chase Brexton team, she developed the capacity building program at the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s STAR TRACK Adolescent HIV program, providing cultural responsiveness trainings for agencies that serve sexual minority youth of color. Ms. Bishop holds a Bachelor of Arts in Gender Studies from Hiram College and a Masters in Social Work from Case Western Reserve University.  

This is a two-part workshop: Part One: Wednesday, May 3, 1:00pm to 2:30am (ET)  Part Two: Wednesday, May 10, 1:00pm to 2:30am (ET)    Description: In recent years, there has been growing support for a harm reduction approach to drug policy, which emphasizes reducing some of the negative consequences associated with drug use through a variety of public health measures. Historically, this approach has been a core value of syringe service programs, expanding into other settings particularly as rising overdose deaths have made educating people about overdose risks and distributing naloxone more urgent. This two-part workshop will explore how harm reduction is evolving, different interpretations of what harm reduction is (or isn’t), and ways to build bridges between harm reduction services and the continuum of care for people who use drugs. Discussion topics will include how harm reduction providers are offering or connecting participants to various types of treatment, broadly defined, and how treatment providers are incorporating harm reduction strategies into their services. Guest Trainer: Susan Stellin, MPH (www.susanstellin.com) Credits: This training meets the requirements for three renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and three 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 both sessions in their entirety, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.

1-2:30 ET . 12-1:30 CT . 11-12:30 MT . 10-11:30 PT . 9-10:30 AKT

This series provides a broad and basic overview of youth development, with a focus on adolescence. Also, research- and clinical-based strategies and approaches regarding prevention, treatment, and recovery will be addressed.

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

Please join us for part two of this 120-minute Behavioral Health webinar series. Jim Wikel PWS, CRM II/ PSS (Seneca-Cayuga) and Jessica Carroll MA (Osage) will again co-present on this important topic within the behavioral health field. This session will focus on the steps necessary for becoming an AI/AN Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist while working within westernized clinical systems.

Model designed to reduce the emotional distress that results from experiencing traumatic events. Focusing on promoting the adaptive functioning and coping skills of the person, immediately after the event occurs (hurricanes, earthquakes, pandemic etc.) Integrate SUD as a high-risk factor in coping with personal or external trauma and how to integrate harm reduction The workshop is aimed at people (communities) who were exposed to disasters, caregivers, parents, children, adolescents, families, first responders, first responders and service providers  

DESCRIPTION The training will explore evidence-based treatment options for pregnant people with opioid use disorder and best practices for family-centered care. As community providers we play a role supporting the transition from active addiction to long term recovery. Key to supporting this transition is helping those we serve build their Recovery Capital. In this training we will focus on the Recovery Capital as an organizing construct and how it can be leveraged to help strengthen recovery.   PARTICIPANTS WILL                 Discuss evidence-based treatment for Opioid Use Disorder during pregnancy Recognize challenges faced when parenting and early recovery coincide and explore strategies to support recovery Identify the key ingredients necessary for long term sustained recovery Recognize the role of Recovery Capital as the foundation to support long term sustained recovery   PRESENTER   Sharon Hesseltine, BSW is the Executive Director of Intentional Development and Intentional Beginnings, small businesses (one being a non-profit) providing consultation, facilitation, and training to strengthen treatment and recovery support services for pregnant and parenting families as well as individuals who have substance use disorders, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and trauma. Sharon received her Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Southern Illinois University in 1981, and in 2011 completed a 2-year post-graduate Certificate in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health from the University of Minnesota. For over 35 years Sharon has worked in Public Health and specialized in early childhood development, women’s health, substance use disorder and recovery support services.    

How and when we say what we say is as important as the words we use when we communicate. During incidents of heightened or intense affect our stance and responses can support the reestablishment of equilibrium or increase stress. This learning community conversation focuses on the intentional use of stance and approaches calculated to calm and decrease anxiety and agitation.

SESSION DESCRIPTION – CREATING INCLUSIVE ORGANIZATIONS TO SUPPORT RHRP: Session 2 will teach strategies for creating an inclusive organization on the micro and macro levels. Participants will be provided with examples of inclusive work cultures, evidence-based best practices for making DEI-focused organizational changes, and how to maintain an inclusive professional environment on a long-term scale.     LEARNING OBJECTIVES: This session will emphasize: Strategies to help staff feel included, valued, and appreciated How to address microaggressions, micro-insults, and micro-invalidations Understanding three characteristics of an inclusive organization Understanding seven key strategies for creating an inclusive organization How to create an inclusion committee     TRAINING SCHEDULE: All sessions in this series will take place virtually from 3:00 PM–4:00 PM CT / 4:00 PM–5:00 PM ET. Please visit the RHRP series landing page for more information and registration for all sessions in this series.      CONTINUING EDUCATION: Those who fully attend all 13 hours of the RHRP series will be eligible to receive a total of 13 NAADAC continuing education (CE) hours. NAADAC CE certificates will be sent to qualifying participants via email within 1-2 weeks after the conclusion of the training. Participants who fully attend each of the 5 foundational sessions of the RHRP series will be eligible to receive 1 NAADAC CE hour per session. (Sessions: April 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18) Participants who fully attend all 5 sessions of the RHRP Change Leader Academy will be eligible to receive 5 NAADAC CE hours. No partial credit will be awarded. (Sessions: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29) Participants who fully attend all 10 sessions of the RHRP series will be offered the opportunity to participate in an additional 3 hours of free one-on-one organizational coaching with Mat Roosa that will be tailored to your team and/or agency. Those who participate in these virtual coaching sessions will be eligible to receive 3 NAADAC CE hours. No partial credit will be awarded.     TRAINER: Mark Sanders, LCSW, CADC, is the Illinois State Project Manager for the Great Lakes ATTC, MHTTC and PTTC. Mark has worked for 40 years as a social worker, educator, and part of the SUD workforce. He is founder of the Online Museum of African American Addictions, Treatment and Recovery and co-founder of Serenity Academy of Chicago, the only recovery-oriented high school in Illinois. Mark is also an international speaker, trainer, and consultant in the behavioral health field whose work has reached thousands throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, the Caribbean, and the British Islands. Recently, Mark Sanders was named as the 2021 recipient of the NAADAC Enlightenment Award in recognition of his outstanding work and contributions to NAADAC, the field of SUD services, and SUD professionals. He is also the recipient of the Illinois Association for Behavioral Health’s 2021 Lawrence Goodman Friend of the Field award in honor of the many years of dedicated service Mark has provided to communities throughout his home state of Illinois.   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.

Ethical dilemmas are situations in which a difficult decision has to be made based on competing values, with no clear solution. These dilemmas are an expected part of working in behavioral healthcare, especially for providers practicing in rural communities. Ethics On-the-Spot is a monthly one-hour opportunity to discuss your dilemmas with a veteran ethics professor Dr. Cindy Juntunen. We invite you to submit your ethical dilemmas using the form below or we welcome you to join us on the last Thursday of the month to ask your questions live.   To join Ethics 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/89981959769 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: 899-8195-9769

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. CREDITS: This training meets approval for 3 renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and 3 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.  NOTE: As of January 1, 2018, CASACs are required to complete a continuing, 6-hour requirement for OASAS approved ethics training. This training meets 3 of the 6 hours required for CASAC renewal. 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 a 5-part Behavioral Health webinar series as we host Dan Foster, PhD, (Western Band Cherokee-Dakota/Lakota) and Dr. Suzan McVicker, PhD,(Cherokee Descendent), Warren “Bim” Pourier, MA, LPC, (Lakota), as they present on IFS (Internal Family Systems) therapy.  These 120-minute webinars will offer an overview of IFS and its applications in a clinical setting.  Additionally, cultural considerations discussion, recovery, re-entry, and addressing elements of the human condition.  An interactive format will be used with a brief Q and A period reserved at the end of each event. 

The New England ATTC, in partnership with AdCare Educational Institute of New England and the New England PTTC, is hosting the 9th cohort of its popular intensive technical assistance initiative: the Leadership Development Program (LDP). For this cohort, the New England ATTC continues to utilize a hybrid model of conducting this program with both in-person and virtual modules. Our team is now accepting applications and the program is set to start April 26, 2023 for addiction professionals in the New England Region 1. The LDP focuses on key leadership skills using a range of learning methods designed to increase participant effectiveness. This program includes the use of a highly diverse, intact learning community that includes participants from across the treatment, prevention, intervention, and recovery support service continuum. Interested, current, and former participants can access information regarding the LDP broadly, meet our team, learn more about the admissions process and requirements, and apply for the program through the LDP website! Website: https://sites.brown.edu/ldp-newengland/

  This is a closed event, if you are interested in scheduling similar training for your organization, please contact Kim Miller at [email protected].   Health center care team members will discuss the latest in maternal mortality and morbidity data as well as the impact of substance use disorders and perinatal mental health concerns in new mothers. Screening recommendations, clinical tools and resources, maternal health/stigma communication skills, and community programs will be featured.   Topic: Perinatal Mental Health Awareness, Screening and Treatment Speaker: Robin Landwehr DBH, LPCC, NCC   This session brings awareness about common perinatal mental health concerns often experienced by persons during pregnancy and in the first year postpartum. Information about validated screening tools appropriate for use in various settings will be discussed along with a brief overview of treatment options.    

The New England ATTC in partnership with Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addictions Services is providing a targeted TA workshop titled "Stimulants and their Impact on Brain and Behavior: Best Practices and Approaches" on 4/25/23 with subject matter expert Taylor D'Addario. Information about the central nervous system stimulants and their impact on brain, body, and behavior are provided. Specific topics include (1) the scope of stimulant use in the US and beyond; (2) stimulants and cognition impact; (3) stimulant use and psychosis; (4) short- and long-term physical/mental health consequences of stimulant use and considerations for unique populations; (5) the intersection of stimulant use and HIV risk; and (6) effective evidence-based behavioral treatment interventions and recovery supports for people with a stimulant use disorder.