Past Events

Be among the first in the nation to be trained on an innovative and resource-rich comprehensive school mental health curriculum, developed through the SAMHSA-funded Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (MHTTC) Network Coordinating Office (NCO) in collaboration with the National Center for School Mental Health. By the end of the training participants will be able to: Describe the core components of comprehensive school mental health Gain awareness of and strategies needed to deliver the online modules Use the curriculum tools and resources to conduct school mental health consultation Guide teams in school mental health strategic planning

An interdisciplinary research team at UND conducted a survey in October, 2018 measuring the public's perception of people with mental illness. The survey was broadly disseminated among rural and urban community members. See the results of the survey, discuss the impact of mental health stigma on care seeking behaviors, and discuss ideas on how to address mental health stigma in North Dakota.

The 1 st Iowa SMH Coalition presented by Please Pass the Love is designed to strengthen school mental health systems across Iowa. Currently, Iowa has a very ad hoc approach to school mental health with a variety of agencies and entities doing amazing work, but a lack of an organized system to maximize on best practice as well as communication and understanding. The intention of this opportunity is to bring together a large number of diverse stakeholders, beyond just decision makers, to have a better understanding of what school mental health in Iowa looks like, what is currently being done, assess target goal areas, develop a sustainable statewide action plan, and to create an ongoing community of practice to progress the school mental health work. This by-invitation only event to start with the hopes of being able to create this as an annual workshop with ongoing practice groups designed and led by you. Each practice group will develop goals and create organizational structures that allow for ongoing meetings and increase of participants throughout the year. We know that this work needs to be done with the input of many not just a few, but it needs to be done in an organized, systemic matter. Objectives 1. Decrease fragmentation of school mental health efforts by developing a common statewide vision and strategic plan. 2. Create a sustainable community of practice, representative of diverse groups and populations from across the state, to develop sustainable school mental health systems.

The Nebraska School Mental Health Initiative was launched to promote strong mental health services in our schools; to provide resources and training to increase access; and to promote early intervention and wrap around services for youth and families. Members of the steering committee work together to improve our schools' social and emotional climate by providing a networking platform for community members to collaborate and create change.

Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m. ET / 3:00-4:00 p.m. PT / 12:00-1:00 p.m. HT Join other leaders, change agents, and mental health practitioners to deepen our collective learning about Integrating CLC: Leading From Where You Are. Register for one or more of the following Community of Practice sessions, held the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. ET / 3:00 p.m. PT / 12:00 p.m. HT: May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14.

Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (MHTTC) Objectives: Provide an overview of MHTTC school mental health activities, opportunities for consultation, training, on-site/virtual learning, and landscape analysis Provide an overview and train states and districts in the foundational principles and strategies of CSMHSs based on a national curriculum aligned with national performance standards Increase knowledge and awareness related to advancing high quality, sustainable school mental health Promote regional and cross-state networking and shared learning about best practices, successes and challenges of CSMHS implementation, including policy strategies to advance CSMHS (e.g., inclusion in state and local school safety planning and/or ESSA plans Equip MHTTC state teams with tools and strategies to engage states and districts in ongoing CSMHS quality improvement What to Expect from Virtual Learning Sessions: State and district leaders are invited. Didactic content will be presented, aligned with the SMH Curriculum modules States and districts will be asked to share progress and lessons learned related to school mental health innovation. States will be asked to exchange resources, tools, templates, and other materials within the regional collaborative to promote shared learning. States are expected to ask for and provide feedback to peers within the learning collaborative. Learning sessions will be recorded and archived on the MHTTC website. Registration: Once you have registered for this online webinar you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the call. 

Provide an overview of MHTTC school mental health activities, opportunities for consultation, training, on-site/virtual learning, and landscape analysis Provide an overview and train states and districts in the foundational principles and strategies of CSMHSs based on a national curriculum aligned with national performance standards Increase knowledge and awareness related to advancing high quality, sustainable school mental health Promote regional and cross-state networking and shared learning about best practices, successes and challenges of CSMHS implementation, including policy strategies to advance CSMHS (e.g., inclusion in state and local school safety planning and/or ESSA plans Equip MHTTC state teams with tools and strategies to engage states and districts in ongoing CSMHS quality improvement What to Expect from Virtual Learning Sessions: State and district leaders are invited. Didactic content will be presented, aligned with the SMH Curriculum modules States and districts will be asked to share progress and lessons learned related to school mental health innovation. States will be asked to exchange resources, tools, templates, and other materials within the regional collaborative to promote shared learning. States are expected to ask for and provide feedback to peers within the learning collaborative. Learning sessions will be recorded and archived on the MHTTC website.

2-day Motivational Interviewing for Community Health Professionals Working in Native Communities--Juneau, AK June 10-11--limited to 40 participants   Must attend both days in full Presented by Lonnie Nelson, PhD, Clinical Psychologist Eastern band Cherokee (AniKituwah) Partnerships for Native Health at Washington State University   Day 1 ·  Intro to the Spirit of Motivational Interviewing (MI) ·  Why MI for Native Communities ·  Intro to the Tools of MI ·  Skill– Building Exercises   Day 2 ·  Review & Discussion of Day 1 ·  Skill‐Building Exercises ·  Deeper into Change Talk ·  Rolling with Resistance ·  Avoiding traps ·  Real World application  

Texas schools have never been more interested in supporting students’ mental health. Community mental health centers are a critical partner for schools seeking to provide comprehensive school mental health; however, creating healthy partnerships can be challenging. This webinar series aims to provide community mental health leaders with an insiders’ view of the school environment, updates on Texas plans for school mental health, and strategies to partner with district and campus leadership to meet the needs of students and families. Topics include: School Culture, Comprehensive School Mental Health, School Partnerships, and Best Practices, among others.

This Virtual Learning Session is 3 of 5 monthly learning sessions that are a part of the National School Mental Health Learning Collaborative and open to Learning Collaborative participants. Some didactic content will be presented, aligned with the National School Mental Health Curriculum modules, and states will be asked to share progress and lessons learned on specific improvement goals related to school mental health. In addition, states and MHTTCs will be asked to exchange resources, tools, templates, and other materials within the collaborative to promote shared learning.  Please note that all Virtual Learning Sessions will be recorded and archived on the MHTTC website.  

Presented by: John A. Naslund, Ph.D. Reminder emails will be sent prior to each session to all people registered for this series. Webinar Series Description: Social media platforms have emerged as highly popular venues for sharing personal experiences, seeking information, and offering peer-to-peer support among individuals living with mental illness and those facing the challenges of substance use. With significant shortfalls in the availability, quality, and reach of evidence-based mental health and substance use treatment services across the United States, popular social media platforms may afford new opportunities to bridge this gap. The goal of this three-part webinar series is to present the state of the science on the role of social media as a potentially viable intervention platform for engaging persons with mental disorders, enhancing existing mental health services, and supporting community-based mental health providers. This webinar series will: summarize the current research on the use of social media among mental health service users, as well as early efforts using social media for the delivery of evidence-based programs; identify and consider the risks, challenges, and necessary safety precautions with using social media as a part of supportive services for mental health service delivery; discuss best practices and recommendations for supporting and informing mental health service providers about the role of social media in community-based settings; and highlight future research directions and opportunities for novel social media interventions to improve the lives of individuals with mental health and substance use disorders. Webinar Series Takeaways: Describe the state of the science on the role of social media for engaging persons with mental disorders, enhancing existing mental health services, and supporting community-based mental health providers; Recognize the risks, challenges, and necessary safety precautions with using social media for mental health services from the perspectives of clients of community mental health centers and other social media users with mental illness; and Identify best practices for effectively guiding clients who may be using popular social media platforms to seek support or health information, and consider future opportunities for social media interventions to improve the lives of individuals living with mental health and substance use disorders. For more information, contact Trisha Dudkowski at [email protected] or call 775-784-6265

A Childhood-Trauma Learning Collaborative (C-TLC) Webinar Series presented by Center for Educational Improvement (CEI) and NE-MHTTC. Dr. Rivers Murphy, with Kate Retzel, Principal, Lee Elementary School (Lee, MA), will share strategies and activities used during the implementation of a year-long mindfulness program in a prek-6 school. They will also share strategies for introducing mindfulness in high schools, including some of the unique opportunities and challenges associated with this work at the secondary level. Presenter(s): Michele Rivers Murphy, Ed.D., CEI Associate Director, Heart Centered Learning

Webinar presented by Yale University - Program and Recovery and Community Health (PRCH) and NE-MHTTC   This webinar series will review key indicators of PCRP from both a process and a documentation perspective.This webinar will run from 1-2:30PM EST.    Presenter(s): Janis Tondora, Psy.D, Yale Program and Recovery and Community Health and Dan Wartenberg, Psy.D, M.P.H., Chief Clinical Officer, Newport Mental Health.

This webinar will discuss the principles of trauma-informed care, ways to implement it in your organization, and how it aligns with and promotes recovery-oriented practice.   Presenter (s): Katie Volk

Dr. Andrew McLean will speak to establishing practices and evidence based guidelines of identifying, assessing and providing intervention for mood disorders in a primary care setting.

Choose from two open discussion times to listen in and share your ideas: Zoom Meeting #1: 10:00am–11:00am Zoom Meeting #2: 2:00pm–3:00pm --- Description: The shorter the period of untreated psychosis, the better the outcomes for people. The South Southwest Mental Health Technology Transfer Center invites you to join an open discussion about additional training or support needs for organizations addressing youth and young adults with Early Psychosis or Chronic High Risk. Your ideas and input will help shape our future strategies for improving and sustaining best practices with this population. Join Zoom Meeting #1: 10:00am– 11:00am Click here: https://proxy.qualtrics.com/proxy/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fzoom.us%2Fj%2F136121970&token=%2FtKo7WXeaSZnFJvDPuaBr1kz6Txsuc6bwVQJ3asYyF8%3D   One tap mobile +16699006833,,136121970# US (San Jose) +19294362866,,136121970# US (New York) Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 929 436 2866 US (New York) Meeting ID: 136 121 970 Find your local number: https://proxy.qualtrics.com/proxy/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fzoom.us%2Fu%2FabUGEemrup&token=2NXuAkhGQ7Ioev4Eu7o7eN0lqpRA54kS2z1QHV7xzdE%3D Join Zoom Meeting #2: 2:00pm–3:00pm Click here: https://proxy.qualtrics.com/proxy/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fzoom.us%2Fj%2F102033612&token=4hAGmIGVhn00iwAaFM7bldYrTkcs8YM7oxHpF8gFF%2FU%3D   One tap mobile +16699006833,,102033612# US (San Jose) +19294362866,,102033612# US (New York)     Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 929 436 2866 US (New York) Meeting ID: 102 033 612 Find your local number: https://proxy.qualtrics.com/proxy/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fzoom.us%2Fu%2FabUGEemrup&token=2NXuAkhGQ7Ioev4Eu7o7eN0lqpRA54kS2z1QHV7xzdE%3D

This presentation will: •Review the terminology used to describe the Hispanic and Latino demographic, •Analyze cultural aspects that may affect mental health service delivery, and •Discuss the impact of gender roles, religion/spirituality, and acculturation in the recovery process.

Dr. Sarah Nielsen will provide an overview of the Community of Practice Sessions on Building Capacity for Schools to Address the Mental Health Needs of Students.

This workshop hosted by the Pacific Southwest MHTTC at NAMI CA Annual Conference. View a full list of available workshops on the NAMI CA Annual Conference website. Join us in exploring concrete strategies on how to develop and foster a robust and equitable approach to youth leadership and engagement for early intervention and prevention. Youth engagement experts Lacy Dicharry and Martin Rafferty will share insights into innovative engagement techniques, how we can build our approach to significant youth peer support from the day to day and the organizational leadership perspective, how to reduce turnover through reasonable accommodations and self-care strategies, how agencies can support youth with lived experience to identify and realize their goals and overcome adversity and lived-experience in reaching their potential, and more.  

Suicide Risk Assessment is an interactive training targeted to Master’s level and licensed mental health clinicians who are providing counseling and/or assessment in a variety of settings.  The training will address the need for training in suicide risk assessment, cover some of the statistics around suicide, and educate participants on how to recognize, assess, and intervene when working with clients who are at risk of suicidal ideation and/or behavior. After completing the training, participants should be able to:       1. Describe the components of effective suicide risk assessment,       2. Discuss the elements of suicide risk assessment that have been determined to be “best practice,”       3. Discuss key elements in completing an effective crisis and safety response plan, and       4. Identify appropriate agency, professional, clinical, and social resources to engage during a crisis or risk assessment.   Participants will have 1 hour for lunch on their own. *This training will include 4 hours of NBCC-approved continuing education credit.   Georgia HOPE is a community-based counseling provider in Northwest Georgia. Georgia HOPE has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Provider, ACEP No. 6803.  Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.  Georgia HOPE is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.  For complaints about the workshop, please contact Christine Clark at [email protected].

Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. (from: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/take-a-course/course-types/youth/)  

Youth peer support is a growing field in many mental health and child-serving systems, yet many agencies are new to supervising and supporting these roles. This line of work can often be taxing for its young employees, and self-care is just as important to supervision as job performance. During the webinar "Supervision and Self-care for Youth Peer Support Specialists," youth peer experts Caitlin Baird and Mary Beth Welch will talk about specific strategies supervisors can use to promote self-care amongst their youth peer staff while ensuring accountability to their job duties.   Trainers Mary Beth Welch Mary Beth Welch is a Peer Support Training Specialist with Pathways Research and Training Center. Mary Beth uses her lived experience as a youth in the mental health system, foster care, and special education systems and a peer support specialist who worked with youth to guide her work. Mary Beth is also avid cat lover!              Caitlin Baird Caitlin Baird is a Project Manager and Trainer with Pathways RTC at Portland State University. Caitlin has experience working directly with transition aged youth and young adults as a peer support specialist and as a supervisor for peer support specialists in wraparound and other mental health settings.           

Time: 9:00AM to 12:00PM PDT Join us in exploring concrete strategies on how to develop and foster a robust and equitable approach to youth leadership and engagement for early intervention and prevention. Youth engagement experts Lacy Dicharry and Martin Rafferty will share insights into innovative engagement techniques, how we can build our approach to significant youth peer support from the day to day and the organizational leadership perspective, how to reduce turnover through reasonable accommodations and self-care strategies, how agencies can support youth with lived experience to identify and realize their goals and overcome adversity and lived-experience in reaching their potential, and more.  

Join for an immersive workshop that explores how we can better support our students and children we work with through a trauma-informed, stigma-aware lens. Together, we’ll explore the latest research, innovation, and strategies on adverse childhood experiences, trauma and the brain, early protective factors, crisis response practices, and engagement strategies for diverse settings like hospitals, schools, and other environments working towards creating healing-centered cultures. Presented by Lacy Dicharry and Martin Rafferty.