Residential alternatives to psychiatric hospitalization are one of the oldest and best researched components of the continuum of crisis services. Join Travis Atkinson, MA, LPC, for this edition of the Ohio Crisis Academy to learn how effective crisis service delivery comes through residential crisis programs and peer respite homes, as well as the critical metrics for measuring success. This session will also cover critical considerations for effective crisis service delivery during COVID-19.

Trainer: Travis Atkinson

For the past 10 years, Travis has worked in both clinical and managerial roles in behavioral health. Through these experiences, he espouses the value of a healthy and functioning behavioral health care system, the power of data to drive decision-making, and the importance of asking the right questions. While maintaining a broad vision for excellence and leadership, Travis has sought out best practices for behavioral health care services through research and connecting with fellow providers at a local and national level. He is an excellent training instructor, coach, meeting facilitator, and conference presenter.

Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services will offer 1.5 CEU's for attending this training.