This webinar will provide an overview of the current scope of stimulant and related polysubstance use in the United States and the states of the Central East region. It will include a review of use and overdose rates, as well as data on availability and accessibility of substances. The webinar will also discuss the differences […]
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 […]
In this training you will learn eight principles which guide ethical, culturally competent clinical practice; how to address counselor "unfinished business" which can create ethical dilemmas; 10 characteristics of culturally competent service providers; issues of ethics and cultural competence in individual, group and family therapy; principles of ethics and cultural competence in a diversity of […]
Peer Supporters are needed to support the overall health, wellness, and quality of life needs of the growing number of older adults who may experience mental health and substance use concerns. This webinar will discuss key issues impacting this group, and provide guidance for Peer Supporters to provide person-centered care for older adults. Panel discussion […]
What does it mean to provide trauma-informed services? To truly practice care in a way that is sensitive to the experience of trauma, all members of an organization must understand and be sensitive to the impacts of trauma. We all have an important role to play in ensuring every interaction with individuals in care are […]
More than 40,000 women die of alcohol-related causes each year, and nearly 1 in 5 women report binge drinking in the past month. Alcohol use affects women differently, who tend to have higher level of blood alcohol levels than men even when drinking the same amount. Additionally, the immediate effects of alcohol occur more quickly […]
Implicit biases can have a significant impact on communication, decision-making, and perceptions and beliefs about others. As a result, it can also influence the effectiveness of promoting an inclusive and diverse environment. Participants in this workshop will learn how to explore their own personal biases, be introduced to approaches that can assist in being more […]
This webinar will review the current state of alcohol and nicotine use disorders in the Black community. The presenter will focus on current evidence-based medication assisted treatments for these disorders. A critical dimension of the webinar will be an exploration of the barriers to greater use of these treatments in Black communities and what can […]
As the illicit opioid supply includes more and more fentanyl, there have been increasing concerns about increasing rates of buprenorphine initiation precipitating opioid withdrawal. This session will describe why we believe this is happening, how common it is, and buprenorphine initiation strategies to support patients in avoiding precipitated withdrawal. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Describe the challenges of […]
This learning series asks: How can we create spaces where all peer professionals feel safe? How do we support Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) peers and implement anti-racist practices within peer support? In Session 3, join us in collaboration with facilitator Evelyn Clark, and peer support specialists Jaime Yan Faurot and others who will […]
The National Hispanic/Latino ATTC, WESTAT, the National Hispanic/Latino Mental Health TTC, 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) […]
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 […]
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 […]