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Practitioners who are culturally responsive, are in the best position to provide quality care for racial and ethnic populations. This interactive virtual training will review cultural humility as a practical strategy to help providers to identify and diffuse personal bias, and increase person-centered care through core communication skills, and increase the potential to deliver culturally informed care for racial and ethnic populations. Providers will explore how cultural humility can also help support staff supervision.  

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Staying Unconquerable: Culture and Trauma Training May 12 9:00am- 12:00pm 6501 Broadway Ext #200, Oklahoma City, OK 73116 Join us for this exciting continuing education opportunity to learn about historical trauma and how to have cultural humility in regards to the diverse tribal landscape of Oklahoma. Other objectives include learning the power of resilience and the strength found in shared experiences. CEU'S will be available to LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LADC, CPRSS, CPS, and CM's. Trainer: Johnna James, MSNAL Free to OBHA Members | $45 nonmembers This series was developed in response to a need identified in Region 6 to provide professionals in Oklahoma, especially in rural area of Oklahoma,  with evidence based practices and relevant training for the field. Oklahoma Behavioral Health Association (OBHA) is a partner with the SSW ATTC to provide such trainings. This training is not limited to Oklahoma professionals, however it will take place in Oklahoma City, OK. 

  Our staff will be available during this time for you all to come with your questions about your grant. Feel free to come and go as you please, or stick around and hear what questions others are facing, and share strategies!   In 2022, we will be holding this session on the second Wednesday of each month for an hour and a half: 4 - 5:30 ET . 3-4:30 CT . 2-3:30 MT . 1-2:30 PT . 12-1:30 AKT

  Motivational Interviewing Foundations   Wednesday, May 11, 2022 2:00pm-5:00pm MST   Please join ASU School of Social Work for Motivational Interviewing Foundations webinar course. Motivational Interviewing Foundations is a collaborative, goal-oriented method of communication with particular attention to the language of change. It is intended to strengthen personal motivation for & commitment to a change goal by eliciting and exploring an individual’s own arguments for change. This evidenced-based practice is used in numerous settings including: addictions & mental health care, primary care, emergency rooms, public health care, criminal justice, street outreach & shelters, and child welfare. This seminar is tailored for individuals who might be unfamiliar with Motivational Interviewing techniques and philosophies.  Please note that this training occurs online, via the ZOOM Platform. The link will be provided the morning of the training via email. Please log in 15-20 minutes in advance of the event start time so you can get situated, and troubleshoot if needed.    We will be providing the following continuing education: NAADAC, NASW, APA & NBCC.   You can find additional information here: https://socialwork.asu.edu/ce-accreditation Registration: $59 per person. Student Registration: Enrolled students may receive a discount. Please email [email protected] for questions. Registration Link:  https://na.eventscloud.com/ereg/newreg.php?eventid=681077&  

The New England ATTC, in partnership with the Rhode Island Women and Infants Center, is hosting targeted TA on, “Brief Intervention for Substance Use” with subject matter expert, Chris Dorval, LICSW, LCDCS, LCDP on May 11, 2022 from 1:00 – 3:00 PM ET. This two-hour workshop will review the substance use continuum and evidence for and components of Brief Intervention (BI). Participants of this workshop will gain the skills to describe the rationale and evidence for BI in healthcare settings; validating screening tools for unhealthy substance use; and describe each BI component – screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment. [This event is private and by invitation only; please contact the New England ATTC to request training information.]

The New England ATTC, in partnership with the Rhode Island Women and Infants Center, is hosting targeted TA on, “Brief Intervention for Substance Use” with subject matter expert, Christopher Dorval, LICSW, LCDCS, LCDP on May 11, 2022 from 1:00 – 3:00 PM ET. This two-hour workshop will review the substance use continuum and evidence for and components of Brief Intervention (BI). Participants of this workshop will gain the skills to describe the rationale and evidence for BI in healthcare settings; validating screening tools for unhealthy substance use; and describe each BI component – screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment.  [This is a private event by invitation only; please contact the New England ATTC to request training information.]

  Leading through Change   Sponsored By: UCLA Integrated Substance Abuse Programs and the Pacific Southwest Addiction Technology Transfer Center   Tuesday, May 10, 2022 3:00pm-5:00pm PT   PRESENTER Dennis Skinner President, MANY-TO-ONE   We live in times of unprecedented change. Sounds cliché, right? But anyone who leads teams knows it is absolutely true. How do we create the conditions for our teams to embrace change, when their brains (and ours) are wired to see discontinuities as a threat? How do we build a coalition that will drive the change without us feeling like we’re pushing a rock uphill? In this two-hour live virtual session, we will learn a step-by-step framework for breaking through inertia, generating “pull”, and creating self-sustaining momentum toward a desired change. At the conclusion of the session, participants will learn about an intensive technical assistance change management initiative available through the Pacific Southwest ATTC.   Who should attend? Team Leads, Clinical Supervisors, Program/Site Managers, Quality Management/Quality Improvement Specialists, and all other Behavioral Health Specialists/Clinicians   Learning Objectives: At the end of this two-hour interactive live virtual session, participants will be able to: 1.Explain at least three (3) key findings from brain science leading to change resistance. 2.Identify at least three (3) obstacles to driving and sustaining transformation and discuss one (1) strategy to remove or reduce identified barriers. 3.Formulate at least three (3) elements of a compelling change narrative to inspire and engage others.         Please contact Victoria Norith by phone (310) 267-5408 or e-mail at [email protected] if you have questions, concerns, special needs, or require additional information before registering for the workshop.     I     If you need a disability-related reasonable accommodation/alternative format for this event, please contact Victoria Norith by phone (310) 267-5408 or e-mail at [email protected] at least 1 week in advance of the workshop.   Refund/Cancellation Policy: Notice of cancellation must be made at least 72 hours in advance of the workshop by contacting Victoria Norith by phone (310) 267-5408  or email at [email protected]. You can also cancel directly via zoom.   Instructions for Filing a Grievance Concerning UCLA ISAP’s Continuing Education Program: Please contact Dr. Thomas E. Freese, CE Program Administrator, in writing (UCLA ISAP, 10911 Weyburn Ave, Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA 90024) or by phone (310-267-5397). Alternately, you may contact Dr. Gloria Miele or Dr. James Peck, ISAP-affiliated doctoral-level psychologists responsible for program planning for the ISAP CE Program. Drs. Miele and Peck can be reached in writing at: 10911 Weyburn Ave, Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA 90024 or by phone at: 310-267-5888 (Miele) or 310-267-5346 (Peck).    

Cultural Competence is a life-long process requiring personal awareness, education, sharing of power and intentional actions to extend social justice and equity to all. This interactive training invites learners to reflect on their cultural identities, history, and experiences, and to actively consider how each of these elements can impact outcomes with clients. Participants will engage in individual, small and large group activities focused on Anti-Oppression and Anti-Racist outcomes. This is a two-part training - you must register for each day separately: CLICK HERE to register for day one, May 10th CLICK HERE to register for day two, May 17th 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. This training meets approval for 4 renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and 4 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.  

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

The New England ATTC will convene a Regional Advisory Board Meeting to share highlights over the reporting period and identify emergent areas of needs. Priority topics will include advancing harm reduction throughout New England.  Highlights will include a presentation from the New England ATTC Addiction Medicine Specialist to provide an overview of Rhode Island harm reduction initiatives.  [This event is private and by invitation only]

This unique 6-part series, presented by the National AI/AN ATTC, provides the viewers with an opportunity to discuss strength-based cultural practices and Springtime teachings to our peers, friends, and relatives. Session sub-topics TBA.

This unique 6-part series, presented by the National AI/AN ATTC, provides the viewers with an opportunity to discuss strength-based cultural practices and Spring time teachings to our peers, friends,, and relatives. Session sub-topics TBA.

This learning community conversation is for service providers facing ethical dilemmas in our technology and social media world. The training reflects on ethics, use of social networking websites by providers, and clients, conducting internet searches, and providing services online. This training will also explore self-disclosure and self-disclosures in the age of the internet, privacy and security, and ethical reasoning. This training meets the requirements for 2 renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and 2 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.

This interactive course focuses on how to determine if MI is the appropriate conversation/counseling method to use with your clients. We will review The Four Processes and practice how to evoke and employ/strengthen Change Talk, and how to manage Sustain Talk. 

This is 90-minutes webinar on Family Counseling is part of our Essential Substance Abuse Skills series. This section will cover the following topics: 1-2:30 EDT . 12-1:30 CDT . 11-12:30 MDT . 10-11:30 PDT . 9-10:30 AKDT Understand the characteristics and dynamics of families, couples, and significant others affected by substance use. Be familiar with and appropriately use models of diagnosis and intervention for families, couples, and significant others, including extended, kinship, or tribal family structures. Assist families, couples, and significant others to understand the interaction between family system and substance use behaviors. Assist families, couples, and significant others to adopt strategies and behaviors that sustain recovery and maintain healthy relationships.

The New England ATTC, in partnership with the New England Association of Recovery Court Professionals and the New England PTTC, is hosting the “Cannabis in the Era of Commercialization Part 2” targeted TA webinar on May 4, 2022 from 12:00 – 1:30 PM ET with subject matter expert Scott Gagnon.  Cannabis policy had undergone rapid change in New England over the past decade. All New England states have some form of medical cannabis policy, while now four of the six states have legalized cannabis for adult use. This presentation will take a deeper look at what is happening with cannabis policy in New England, examine the potential implications for risk factors associated with cannabis use disorder, and what the emerging science is telling us in terms of how to reduce harm for those who may be using cannabis. The discussion will include, Issues and considerations regarding the use of medical marijuana and hemp derivatives in Probation/Parole; Pretrial Release/Supervised Release, and Recovery Courts.  

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.     This is a two-part series taking place from 11:00AM–12:30PM CT on May 3 & 17, 2022.     DESCRIPTION Foundations in Quality Improvement (FQI) presents tools and information that provide team leaders and supervisors with core QI skills. This two-part training builds the foundation for implementing the NIATx model effectively and serves as preparation for a NIATx Change Leader Academy.   LEARNING OBJECTIVES, Session 1: Conduct a coaching self-assessment. Understand the core components of effective team coaching Learn how to use several coaching tools.   LEARNING OBJECTIVES, Session 2: Develop capacity to use questions in coaching. Understand the impact of values on team functioning. Learn how to respond to team members’ personal styles   CERTIFICATES Certificates of attendance will be emailed to all participants who attend the sessions in full.     TRAINER   Mat Roosa, LCSW-R Mat Roosa was a founding member of NIATx and has been a NIATx coach for a wide range of projects. He works as a consultant in quality improvement, organizational development and planning, and evidence-based practice implementation. His experience includes direct clinical practice in mental health and substance use services, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and human service agency administration.   We look forward to seeing you at our training!    Remember, to ensure all participants get the most out of these interactive virtual trainings, we ask that everyone be prepared to do the following in every session:     If you're looking for additional training on process improvement and organizational change, make sure to register for one of our 2022 NIATx Change Leader Academy Training Series!    

  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.     Register to join us on the first Tuesday of each month from 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Central (11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Eastern). Each session will feature a new expert presenter.      DESCRIPTION  Alcohol is STILL a drug.  The opioid crisis, increase in stimulant misuse, and marijuana legalization dominate the news— yet alcohol remains the number one substance causing health, social, legal and financial problems throughout the US. While this series will focus on the hopefulness of recovery from alcohol use disorder, we’ll also take a deep dive into what we know about the full impact of alcohol overuse and the ways it affects every person in the US.     SPEAKER Gabriela Zapata-Alma, LCSW, CADC Gabriela Zapata-Alma, LCSW, CADC, is the Associate Director at the National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma, and Mental Health, as well as a lecturer at the University of Chicago, where they direct the Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor Training Program. Gabriela brings over 15 years of experience supporting people impacted by structural and interpersonal violence and their traumatic effects through evidence-based clinical, housing, resource advocacy, and HIV-specific integrated care programs. Currently, Gabriela authors best practices, leads national capacity-building efforts, and provides trauma-informed policy consultation to advance health equity and social justice.     SERIES LEARNING OBJECTIVES These are the overall learning objectives for the full 10-session series:  Summarize the current impacts of problematic alcohol use in various/special populations, including pregnant women, youth, rural, and minority populations.  Assess and prioritize alcohol reduction efforts in targeted settings.  Describe the current efforts to curb problematic alcohol use, including best practices in providing treatment.      CERTIFICATES Certificates of attendance will be emailed to all participants who attend the sessions in full.     TRAINING SCHEDULE All sessions in this series will be held on the first Tuesday of each month from 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Central. There will be a new expert presenter for every session.  September 7, 2021 October 5, 2021  November 2, 2021  December 7, 2021 January 4, 2022 - NO SESSION February 1, 2022 March 1, 2022  April 5, 2022  May 3, 2022  June 7, 2022 July 5, 2022 - NO SESSION August 2, 2022        

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 notice date change.   DESCRIPTION This brief presentation will discuss the importance of well-being as a Clinical Supervisor.  Discussion will emphasize parallel process in this role and how to identify when help is needed.   LEARNING OBJECTIVES Participants will understand the importance of well-being in leadership Participants will understand and have awareness of the parallel process with staff. Participants will develop their own triggers and when to implement their own self care strategies.     CONTINUING EDUCATION This training includes 1 NAADAC continuing education credit. CE certificates will be emailed to all participants who attend the training in full.      TRAINER Sherrie Nichols, MS, LMFT Sherrie Nichols, MS, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  Sherrie has worked 13 years in County Human Services supporting both mental health and substance use disorders, both as a therapist and as a Behavioral Health Manager. Her passion is serving others, honoring each unique journey whether a client or staff, and supporting them in becoming the best versions of themselves.  She is currently the Co-Director for the Great Lake MHTTC and the State Project Manager for Minnesota for ATTC, PTTC, and MHTTC.       We look forward to seeing you at our training!    Remember, to ensure all participants get the most out of these interactive virtual trainings, we ask that everyone be prepared to do the following in every session:   The Great Lakes A/MH/PTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.  

DESCRIPTION Creating a positive, supportive environment in a group is not always easy in substance abuse groups.  Clients come with their defenses up and often enter treatment because someone else told them that they have to make a change.  Group leaders must know how to build cohesion and create a safe environment in which group members can take the risk to be vulnerable.  The first step must be to help group members connect with each other and find commonalities so that they feel safe enough to share. Action methods offer substance abuse counselors a fresh and exciting approach to running groups. Sociometric exercises provide powerful and engaging tools for uncovering commonalities and building connections. Using action methods such as sociometry quickly creates a sense of connection and belonging, reduces fear of judgment, and increases the willingness to share more openly. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Participants will list 3 rules for creating safety. Explain how sociometric exercises can help build connections in substance abuse groups. Describe how to apply 2 sociometric methods in substance abuse groups. PRE-REQUISITES Participants must have access to a camera, that must remain on for the entire webinar Participants must remain unmuted TRAINERS Jennifer Salimbene, LCSW-R, CASAC, TEP, has a Masters of Science/Masters of Social Work degree from Columbia University. She has over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist with a focus in the field of addictions and co-occurring disorders, working in inpatient, outpatient and private practice settings. She specializes in the areas of addiction treatment, codependency, trauma, PTSD, tweens, adolescents, and families .  Currently, Jenny uses psychodrama in her private practice with individuals, couples, and families and runs supervision groups for counselors seeking professional development. Regina Sewell, PhD/ MEd, LMHC, PCC, CP, PAT,  is a licensed mental health counselor in New York and a licensed professional counselor in Ohio. She is certified by the American Board of Examiners as Certified Practitioner of Psychodrama, Sociometry and Group Psychotherapy. Regina specializes in codependency, addictions, LGBT issues, stress management, and getting unstuck. Her previous experience includes working in the addictions field at The Ohio State University Talbot Hall Addiction Medicine with various levels of care and teaching college courses on Drug and Alcohol Use and Abuse.

  County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health, Substance Abuse Prevention and Control Program With UCLA Integrated Substance Abuse Programs,  Pacific Southwest Addiction Technology Transfer Center, and the African American Behavioral Health Center of Excellence   Presents a Special Training on:   Racism in the Structure: Systemic Racism's Impact on Health Disparities   Friday, April 29, 2022, 10:00 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. PDT Live Virtual Lecture Series offered via Zoom Register Online at: https://uclahs.zoom.us/webinar/register/ WN_qJLbkbVzQ7y5V9INEaTCdg   **You will receive a confirmation email with a unique Zoom link upon registration. Please do not share your unique Zoom link. THREE (3.0) CE/CME CREDIT PROVIDED AT NO COST   Featured Presenter and Panelists:   Danielle R. Hairston, M.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Howard University College of Medicine Jessica Roberts, Ph.D., Clinical Standards and Training Unit, SAPC Antonne Moore, M.Ed., Chief, Strategic and Network Development Branch, SAPC Patzi Jospeh, LMFT, VP of Integrated Services, Exodus Recovery, Inc. Richard Zaldivar, Founder/Executive Director, The Wall Las Memorias     Description: Social determinants of health and health disparities are rooted in systemic racism and have a historical context. These inequities and multi-level racism have and continue to impact the health of Black Americans and other BIPOC communities. This lecture series presentation will explore how mental health and substance use in this country, specifically, is itself influenced by historic, economic, educational, and social barriers. This presentation is grounded in principles of race equity and social justice, and will address the role of power and privilege in perpetuating health inequities. The need for changing traditional structures and culture to those that promote race equity will be a focus of this discussion. A panel discussion will follow this presentation, featuring representatives from SAPC’s Strategic and Network Development unit, SAPC’s specialty provider network with particular experience or focus on substance use in the context of health disparities. This portion of the presentation is intended to assist substance use providers across the continuum of care in identifying and addressing real world considerations in structural and cultural changes applied at the prevention, treatment and community levels. Objectives: At the end of this presentation, participants will be able to: Identify at least two (2) examples of systemic racism’s role in healthcare inequities, racial disparities, and clinical care. Recognize at least three (3) generational impacts of racism on Black lives and health. Recall at least two (2) ways systemic racism and COVID-19 are interacting to exacerbate negative health outcomes for communities of color. Explain two (2) ways that increased stress and anxiety levels in Black communities manifested themselves during the combination of the COVID-19 pandemic and period of social unrest     Please contact Brandy Oeser at 310-267-5331 or via email at [email protected] if you have questions or concerns.             If you need a disability-related reasonable accommodation/alternative format for this event, please contact            Brandy Oeser at (310) 267-5331 or via email at [email protected] by April 22, 2022. This lecture series will be recorded. Funding for this lecture was made possible in part by cooperative agreement 5UR1TI080211-02 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Refund/Cancellation Policy: Notice of cancellation must be made at least 72 hours in advance of the training by emailing Brandy Oeser at [email protected]. You can also cancel directly via zoom. Pre-registration is required and enrollment is limited to 1000 people. Registration will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. You will receive a zoom confirmation if space has been reserved for you.   Instructions for Filing a Grievance Concerning UCLA ISAP’s Continuing Education Program: Please contact Dr. Thomas E. Freese, CE Program Administrator, in writing (UCLA ISAP, 10911 Weyburn Avenue, Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA 90024-2886) or by phone (310-267-5397). Alternately, you may contact Dr. Gloria Miele or Dr. James Peck, ISAP-affiliated doctoral-level psychologists responsible for program planning for the ISAP CE Program. Drs. Miele and Peck can be reached in writing at: 10911 Weyburn Avenue, Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA 90024-2886 or by phone at: 310-267-5888 (Miele) or 310-267-5346 (Peck).