Past Events

This 90-minute listening session is for members of Native communities of Idaho. Hosted by the Northwest MHTTC and the National American Indian and Alaska Native MHTTC.   DESCRIPTION The Northwest Mental Health Technology Transfer Center humbly seeks to develop a deeper understanding and connection with the numerous Native communities, leaders and governments in our Region.    We are collaborating with the National American Indian and Alaska Native MHTTC in holding listening sessions for each of the 4 States in Region 10, including partnering with Native consultants who have offered to host these events.    Through these listening sessions, we hope to:  Establish and/or deepen connections with Native communities, governments, agencies and leaders in our Region.  Understand Native-identified topics and priorities for mental health workforce training and technical assistance (TA).  Generate collaborations in Aug ‘22-Sept ‘23, honoring the strengths & priorities determined by Native communities.   Please also feel free to pass this on to anyone who may be interested in participating. We know you are extremely busy, and if you cannot attend nor send a representative, we’d still much appreciate hearing from you and finding ways to collaborate. Please email [email protected] and someone from our team will get back to you.    Thank you and we look forward to connecting with you. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SERIES HERE   FACILITATOR Jason Butler, MS, Certified Peer Recovery Coach Jason Butler is an enrolled member of the Ute Tribe of Fort Duchesne, Utah and is also part Mojave and Cherokee. He graduated from Idaho State University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and earned his Master of Science in Family and Human Development from Arizona State University in 2019. Jason is also a Certified Peer Recovery Coach through the Idaho Board of Alcohol/Drug Counselor Certification. He is employed by the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes, Tribal Health and Human Services Department in Fort Hall, Idaho, where he spent three years serving as the Recovery Service Coordinator for the Four Directions Treatment Center and recently accepted the position of Community Health Representative Manager. He strives to incorporate Native culture, traditions, morals, and values into the healthcare services provided to Native communities. Today he says, "I am loving life and am extremely thankful to have found a career path I love."

Description There are significant unmet mental health needs among African Americans as well as geriatric populations. As a result, the intersectional demographic of Black seniors experiences a double whammy of their mental health concerns being unaddressed. Perceptions of mental illness and stigma associated with mental health care serve as barriers to utilization of mental health services in this population. This webinar will review the CDC study, The State of Mental Health and Aging in America, as a backdrop for discussion of the landscape of mental health among older adults in Black communities. The presenter will also address effective psychiatric treatment strategies for this population. Download Flyer   Learning Objectives Discuss depression disorder, anxiety disorder and dementia Describe geriatric African Americans' perceptions about mental illness List treatment options for mental health care in geriatric populations   Who Should Attend? Clinicians, caseworkers, peer recovery support staff, administrators, and others who work on behalf of adults with mental illnesses and/or co-occurring substance use disorders.   Speaker Michael Ingram, MD, is the Director of Behavioral Health at Great Lakes Bay Health Care. He is the former Medical Director of the Behavioral Unit at McLaren Bay In-Patient Psychiatric unit, and the former Vice President at Michigan Psychiatric and Behavioral Associates. He attended college at Michigan State University, and also graduated with a degree from the Lyman Briggs School (College) in Microbiology. He continued his education graduating from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, followed by a Residency in Psychiatry at Lafayette Clinic and Wayne State University. He received board recertification by the American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry (ABNP) in 2009, and was accepted as a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (FAPA) in 2016.     Certificates of attendance are available upon request •    Requirement: Viewing 50% (30 minutes) or more of the live webinar  •    Emailed to attendees within 30 days after the webinar date

This is a closed event to provide DEI training for our Region 6 Peer Support Advisory Committee leadership. 

Join us for Youth Peer Support Group Coaching! These no-cost, virtual meetings offer trained Peer Supporters working with young people an opportunity to have regular coaching sessions.  The goal is to provide a space for facilitator led-discussions on topics pertinent to providing youth peer support.  This is also a chance to share resources and network while growing your professional skillset. Future Date: July 28, 2022

This 90-minute listening session is for Native communities of Alaska. Hosted by the Northwest MHTTC and the National American Indian and Alaska Native MHTTC.   DESCRIPTION The Northwest Mental Health Technology Transfer Center humbly seeks to develop a deeper understanding and connection with the numerous Native communities, leaders and governments in our Region.    We are collaborating with the National American Indian and Alaska Native MHTTC in holding listening sessions for each of the 4 States in Region 10, including partnering with Native consultants who have offered to host these events.    Through these listening sessions, we hope to:  Establish and/or deepen connections with Native communities, governments, agencies and leaders in our Region.  Understand Native-identified topics and priorities for mental health workforce training and technical assistance (TA).  Generate collaborations in Aug ‘22-Sept ‘23, honoring the strengths & priorities determined by Native communities.   Please also feel free to pass this on to anyone who may be interested in participating. We know you are extremely busy, and if you cannot attend nor send a representative, we’d still much appreciate hearing from you and finding ways to collaborate. Please email [email protected] and someone from our team will get back to you.    Thank you and we look forward to connecting with you. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SERIES HERE   FACILITATOR Raymond Daw, MA, Navajo Nation Mr. Daw is a member of the Navajo Nation and is bilingual in Navajo and English. He is a trainer and web designer for the Takini Institute on the historical trauma intervention model, and he formerly worked as the Administrator of Behavioral Health at the Yukon-Kuskokwim Healthcare Corporation in Bethel, Alaska. During his tenure as Executive Director of Na’nizhoozhi Center, Inc. (NCI), he participated in research with the NIDA Clinical Trials Network through the University of New Mexico. NCI was recognized as a model and innovative program for AI/AN substance abuse treatment.   

This event will be held on June 29th, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. MT/12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. CT Event Description As we face a worsening mental health crisis in the U.S., it is more important than ever to be vigilant about the stress and burnout so often experienced by mental health providers. In this presentation, we will address the stress experienced by mental health care providers, and definitions of burnout and compassion fatigue will be provided. The research about burnout will be discussed, and strategies for identifying and attempting to address burnout will be discussed.  Trainer Melanie Wilcox, PhD                     Dr. Melanie Wilcox is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychological Sciences, Institute of Public and Preventive Health, and Department of Psychiatry at Augusta University. She earned her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology in 2015. Prior to joining Augusta University, she was an Assistant Professor and Director of Doctoral Training at in counseling psychology at Oklahoma State University, and an Assistant Professor and Director of the Psychological Services Clinic at Louisiana Tech University. Her research agenda has three pillars: Culturally responsive psychotherapy and psychotherapy training, racial and socioeconomic inequity in higher education, and Whiteness and social justice. Across these areas, Dr. Wilcox has 24 peer-reviewed publications, 63 peer-reviewed presentations, and 32 invited presentations, including a number of continuing education workshops. She has also served in many regional and national service and leadership roles, including currently serving on the American Psychological Association’s Board of Educational Affairs and the Georgia Psychological Association’s Legal and Legislative Advocacy Committee and Academic Affairs Committee. Dr. Wilcox is also a licensed psychologist and board certified in counseling psychology, and maintains a part-time private practice where she conducts psychotherapy and psychological assessment from culturally responsive and trauma-informed perspectives.  

The Great Lakes MHTTC 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: This 2-hour workshop is the seventh of a Trauma-Informed/Resiliency Series developed for leaders and organizations interested in cultivating and sustaining a trauma-informed culture. Disagreements can lead to healthy debate, which brings new information and ideas to light. When a particular issue strikes at the fundamental beliefs of a group or individual, the debate can be especially fierce. In these situations, it becomes more important than ever to practice civility.   In our current environment, the need for civility cannot be understated. The work environment (in-person or virtual) is certainly no exception, as well as with partners and stakeholders. In this session our experts will explain and discuss the 9 Tools of Civility which provide an easy entry into sometimes difficult conversations in the workplace. The 9 Tools are a wonderful way for organizations to become aligned and ready for the challenges ahead.   At an extremely basic level of establishing a thriving and healthy culture, civility is critical. It is the ability to work with each other, professionally and respectfully. This may seem like common sense but is very often overlooked. When not attended to, this can easily and quickly create a toxic culture. “The culture of any organization is shaped by the worst behavior the leader is willing to tolerate.” - Gruenert and Whitaker.     LEARNING OBJECTIVES: By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to: Understand that civility is the foundation to change and innovation. Learn practical tools and language for difficult conversations. Gain insight into the importance of civility inside and outside of the organization. Generate ideas for how to best utilize the tools within their respective organizations.     CERTIFICATES: Registrants who fully attend this event or training will receive a certificate of attendance. Certificates are disseminated via email to all qualifying individuals approximately two weeks after the conclusion of the event or training.      PRESENTER: Chuck Price, M.S.   Although many consultants strive to create trauma-informed environments and guide leaders through culture change, very few have successfully led their organizations through this process. Bonafide experience is what sets Chuck Price and Blue Collar Consulting apart from the others. This experience, along with Chuck’s easy manner and ability to form authentic relationships, make Chuck a natural fit to help support you as you lead your agency’s transformation process. Chuck has filled leadership roles in several counties and private agencies throughout his 27-years working in child welfare and health and human services. Chuck’s career has been dedicated to making drastic improvements in the lives of children and families. He has been brave and selfless in his pursuit of excellence, often pioneering pathways not yet traveled by his peers. He has served in leadership roles within public and private agencies, in both urban and rural settings. All of this has provided him with a diverse perspective and the ability to quickly understand and relate to challenges faced by leaders.   As a DHHS Director, Chuck led his department on a successful and transformational journey from traditional compliance-based practice to becoming a legitimate trauma-informed agency. As a result of his work recruitment, retention, agency health, and case outcomes dramatically improved. Under his leadership, overall numbers of children living in congregate care were significantly reduced, and at one point even dropped to zero! Chuck's results and process gained recognition across the state, the country, and internationally.   Chuck started Blue Collar Consulting to broaden the impact of lessons learned so you don’t have to start at the beginning. His passion is to help support brave leaders in their professional growth and development, and to use his real-world experience to assist organizations in their trauma-informed cultural transformations. He also has a sweet spot for his two dogs, Brewer and Uecker, which might give away his other passion…Milwaukee Brewers baseball! Chuck lives in Central Wisconsin with his wife of 27 years. As a new member of the empty-nester club, he is free to travel, connect, and lead your transformational work, no matter where you are on your journey, or the map.

The United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. and the New England MHTTC would like to invite you and your staff to attend the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO webinar series. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held throughout 2022 on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 11:00 am Pacific/12:00 pm Mountain/1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm Eastern. Each session will be one hour in length that will provide an opportunity for participants to:  Gain skills on strength-based approaches in partnership with Native People to enhance Native behavioral health,  Discuss ways that Native brilliance is demonstrated and supports behavioral health, and  Learn about Native brilliance examples to share with behavioral health and other health care staff, as well as with local Tribal Nation citizens.    In addition, the concept of Native psychological brilliance will be highlighted through Native music videos and Native spoken word performances as part of each session of the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance series.    Who should attend? Tribal health directors, clinic staff, counselors, social workers, physicians, nurses, Tribal Epidemiology Center staff, and anyone supporting Tribal communities through the health or behavioral health sector are welcome to join. 

  Tele-Behavioral Health Consultation (TBHC) Primary Care Webinar Series     Objectives:  Discuss mental, behavioral, and developmental conditions for which medications are appropriate Discuss basic best practices for treatment of common behavioral health conditions Identify misconceptions about common psychotropic medications for children and adolescents Describe the process for requesting expert behavioral health consultation to manage mild to moderate behavioral health concerns in primary care        Presented by: Cynthia R. Ellis, MD Dr. Cynthia Ellis is a Professor of Pediatrics and Psychiatry at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in the Department of Developmental Medicine at the Munroe-Meyer Institute for Genetics and Rehabilitation. She is board certified in Pediatrics, Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrics and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities. Dr. Ellis received her medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and completed residency training in Pediatrics and fellowship training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Medical College of Virginia/VCU. She has been practicing in the field of Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrics for over 20 years. She has extensive clinical, research, and educational experience with children with neurodevelopmental disabilities and behavioral/emotional disorders. Her clinical expertise is in the psychopharmacological management of children with developmental disabilities and other behavioral disorders. She has also published extensively in the field. Dr. Ellis is the Director of the Munroe-Meyer Institute’s MCH-funded LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities) and ALA (Autism Leadership Academy) Interdisciplinary Training Programs. Dr. Ellis has served as the medical director for numerous public school and interdisciplinary community-based programs and as a research consultant in the field of developmental disabilities. She also participates in a number of other leadership positions on committees and boards.    

This training will be held on June 28th, 2002, from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. MT/1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. CT. Event Description This presentation will discuss the neuroscience of trauma and how trauma impacts development in childhood. Attendees will learn how trauma manifests in problems with behavior, emotions and addictions. This presentation will highlight indigenous wisdom in understanding and healing trauma.   Learning Objectives Learn how trauma impacts development.   Understand neuroplasticity and its role in changing behavior  Identify trauma related reactions  Learn how to respond to individuals with trauma in a manner that facilitates healing  Recognize Indigenous practices as valuable interventions for traumatized individuals  Trainer Tami De Coteau                     Dr. DeCoteau obtained a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology in 2003 from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with specialization in the cognitive-behavioral treatment of anxiety disorders for adults, adolescents and children.    Dr. De Coteau is a Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) practitioner. TBRI is a therapeutic model that trains caregivers to provide effective support for at-risk children. She is also trained in various other trauma treatment modalities including EMDR, EFT, somatic processing, attachment intervention, NMT (neurosequential model of therapeutics), and TF-CBT. Dr. De Coteau has extensive experience working with patients who suffer from complex trauma, neurodevelopmental disorders, grief, anxiety, depression, and suicidal thinking.    Dr. DeCoteau has worked in a variety of outpatient settings and with a diverse patient population, including Veterans and Native Americans. She received the Indian Health Service 2009 Health Professional of the Year Award for outstanding service and the American Psychological Foundation 2010 Early Career Award for providing culturally competent practice techniques for Native Americans and for developing training programs in rural, underserved areas. Dr. DeCoteau was appointed by a member of the U.S. congress to serve the Commission on Native Children to help address the challenges faced by Native children.    Aside from clinical work, Dr. DeCoteau has given numerous lectures on how trauma impacts attachment and brain development, in-school strategies for working with traumatized children, and historical trauma. She is an enrolled member of the American Psychological Association, an enrolled member of the Mandan, Hidatsa, Arikara Nation and a descendant of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa.

The  Integrated Care Psychiatric Consultant Learning Collaborative (PCLC) is designed for psychiatric providers seeking additional training to deliver integrated care in community-based settings. The one-hour sessions are offered once a month, with a short didactic presentation followed by questions and discussion on a variety of integrated care topic. Sessions are held on the fourth Tuesday of the month from 12:00-1:00 pm Pacific. ABOUT THIS EVENT Integrated Care Psychiatric Consultant Learning Collaborative (PCLC) is a collaboration with the University of Washington Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, UW Medicine, and the Integrated Care Training Program. By training psychiatrists and other healthcare providers in evidence-based integrated care, we aim to increase the access to effective mental health care across HHS Region 10: Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington State. Our mission is to improve the health of our communities by preparing and supporting a workforce to advance effective, integrated behavioral health care. TARGET AUDIENCE: Psychiatric consultants, such as psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and psychiatric physician assistants currently practicing or planning to practice as a psychiatric consultant doing integrated care. FACILITATORS Denise Chang, MD Debra Morrison      CME ACCREDITATION  The University of Washington School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The University of Washington School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Each session is 1.0 credits.  

In collaboration with: The Texas Association of School Psychologists’ (TASP) 2022 Summer Institute Description:  Sensitivity and knowledge of ethnic diversity, cultural norms and forms distress is central to assessing and providing mental health services to culturally diverse populations. This workshop will describe and explain the specific mental health needs of Hispanic and Latino youth through an understanding of their cultural backgrounds, values, characteristics, and contexts. About Presenters:   Angel D.S. Casillas Carmona, MHS Project Manager National Hispanic and Latino MHTTC Angel Casillas-Carmona, M.H.S. completed his graduate studies at Universidad Central del Caribe (UCC) in 2020 and obtained his Master's in Health Sciences in Substance Abuse Counseling. He currently stands as Project Manager for the National Hispanic and Latino Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (MHTTC), subsidized by SAMHSA, emphasizing the Hispanic and Latino populations in the United States and its territories. He began his professional development as a Technology Transfer Specialist at the Institute of Research Education and Services of Addiction (IRESA) of UCC. He oversees coordinating training services and education and provided technical assistance for the SAMHSA-subsidized Opioid Response Network (ORN) for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. He is a volunteer coordinator for Gua'kia pa la calle, an independent harm reduction and syringe exchange program   Erick Senior-Roges, MS   Training and Content Specialist National Hispanic and Latino MHTTC Erick Senior is currently the Training and Content Specialist for the National Hispanic and Latino MHTCC. He received his master’s degree in Psychology from The New School for Social Research in New York and is currently completing his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Puerto Rico. He has worked in clinical and research mental health settings with Hispanic and Latinx populations as a study coordinator for the Albert Einstein School of Medicine and the Behavioral Sciences Research Institute in Puerto Rico. He has also provided psychotherapeutic services to immigrant families and at the Roberto Clemente Center Family Guidance Center of New York City and as part of post-disaster recovery efforts with Proyecto Patria of Hispanic Federation in Puerto Rico.

In collaboration with: The Texas Association of School Psychologists’ (TASP) 2022 Summer Institute Description: This workshop will provide understating of best practices in the engagement and treatment phase of school based mental health treatment with Hispanic and Latino students. About Presenters: Erick Senior-Roges, MS   Training and Content Specialist National Hispanic and Latino MHTTC Erick Senior is currently the Training and Content Specialist for the National Hispanic and Latino MHTCC. He received his master’s degree in Psychology from The New School for Social Research in New York and is currently completing his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Puerto Rico. He has worked in clinical and research mental health settings with Hispanic and Latinx populations as a study coordinator for the Albert Einstein School of Medicine and the Behavioral Sciences Research Institute in Puerto Rico. He has also provided psychotherapeutic services to immigrant families and at the Roberto Clemente Center Family Guidance Center of New York City and as part of post-disaster recovery efforts with Proyecto Patria of Hispanic Federation in Puerto Rico.

This session is part of the 2-part panel series, Supporting the Mental Health of Refugee and Asylee Communities, with which we aim to raise awareness about relevant mental health needs of asylum seekers and refugee populations by highlighting their voices and stories; share best practices and strategies with providers and organizations using contextual and system-level perspectives; and differentiate between a cultural knowledge-base and culturally responsive approaches. In this second session in the series, we'll hear from a systems & organizations panel led by subject matter experts (SMEs) working in/with the systems that attend to refugee and asylee communities. The learning objectives for this session are below:   Understand the similarities and differences between refugee and asylee populations Identify the impact of systems and legal processes on mental health as people experience the migration process. Increase capacity for and access to culturally responsive, trauma-informed services and supports. Note: This learning session will be recorded. Certificates of completion are available to viewers of 50% (45 minutes) or more of the live webinar. CEUs are not available for this session.   For access to more information about this series, including speaker bios, visit the series landing page here.         

The National American Indian and Alaska Native MHTTC K-12 School Mental Health Program has partnered with Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPPA) to develop a program titled Sacred Seeds. Sacred Seeds was developed specifically as an IEP advocacy training for AI/AN students to further the movement that EVERY CHILD DOES MATTER. Upon the completion of the course, participants will receive a Sacred Seeds IEP Training Certificate. Apply by June 24 to participate in the 11-part series! Classes are every Tuesday from July 19 through September 27, 2022 3-5 ET / 2-4 CT / 1-3 MT / 12-2 PT / 11-1 AKT Click to view an informational video Meet the team: Dwight K. Lomayesva (Hopi) Dwight K. Lomayesva, JD, is a member of the Hopi Tribe and is a co-founder of American Indian Recruitment Programs, a non-profit organization that serves American Indian youth within education.             Ronalda Tome-Warito (Diné (Navajo)) Ronalda Tome-Warito, Diné (Navajo), is an advocate for Native American children with disabilities, with 20 years of experience working alongside parents, Native communities, and school districts. Ronalda specializes in special education law, the process, and parents' rights. Ronalda is a powerful force in the arena of special education, networking, and mentoring parents in the process. Ronalda was inspired by her three children and the voice for parents in education.         Susan Bruce Susan is the mother of three children with disabilities and has more than a decade of experience as a parent advocate and trainer on special education and civil rights law.             Shatta Mejia Shatta García Mejía, MEd, has worked toward a vision of leveling the playing field in K-12 education. As a consultant and content developer with HMH for more than 5 years, Shatta experienced many aspects of the publishing world and saw so much left to do to reach learners.       Ilana Lopez Ilana Lopez, MEd, is the education manager at COPAA, has worked in nonprofits dedicated to transforming education for over a decade, and is passionate about educational equity.             Teresa Brewington, MBA, MEdL (Coharie enrolled, Lumbee descendent) Teresa works for the Native Center for Behavioral Health at The University of Iowa. She is co-director for the National American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health TTC – School Mental Health Program and the National American Indian and Alaska Native Child Traumatic Stress Initiative – Category II. She is an enrolled member of the Coharie Tribe and a descendent of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Teresa’s personal vision is to influence and inspire others to shower Native children with all they need to become a success story—the person they are supposed to become.

The June event advertised is a sold-out, closed training event. For more information read below. This highly interactive FREE training introduces participants to the Ages & Stages developmental and social-emotional screening tools. The training covers the importance of screening, and develops competencies in administering the tool, scoring, interpreting results, and partnering with families. Participants will discuss cultural implications, develop a plan for implementation, and learn how the ASQ tools help to enhance systems of care, engages families, improve early childhood outcomes and support development. Training is provided by a certified Ages and Stages trainer and is tailored to the participant population which can include providers, managers, leaders, and advocates. If you want to learn more or want to inquire about a training for your group, please contact Holly Gursslin at [email protected] or if you are interested in being trained, please join our interest list: https://forms.gle/WMyDSD2kXSFD8B41A.

Description Many people from marginalized communities are impacted daily by racial stress and intergenerational trauma. This webinar will provide participants with a greater understanding of racial stress and trauma and increase awareness of how these two factors can impact health, wellness, and overall well-being. Presenters will also share strategies for managing racial stress and trauma and promote healing. Download Flyer   Learning Objectives Define racial stress and intergenerational trauma Describe the impact of racial stress and trauma on mental and physical health Identify strategies to manage experiences of racial stress and trauma   Who Should Attend? Caregivers, behavioral and medical health professionals, professionals who support caregivers   Speakers Dana Cunningham, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and Faculty Consultant at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in the Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Cunningham is the Program Director of the Prince George’s School Mental Health Initiative, which is a school-based mental health program designed to support the emotional and behavioral needs of students in special education. Dr. Cunningham is also the Vice President of Community Outreach and Engagement in Black Mental Wellness. She obtained her bachelor’s degree from Spelman College and completed her doctoral training in Clinical Psychology at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. Dr. Cunningham’s clinical and research interests include trauma, children of incarcerated parents, and increasing access to care for underserved youth.   Dr. Danielle Busby is an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). In this role, she primarily serves youth and families experiencing a range of mental health concerns through the Texas Child Health Access Through Telemedicine (TCHATT) program. Dr. Busby’s expertise is in trauma-informed assessment and intervention; evidence-based clinical practices; and suicide risk assessment and intervention. She is passionate about decreasing barriers to mental health service use for underserved patient populations and is committed to continuously bridging the gap between research and clinical practice. Dr. Busby was born in Detroit, MI and raised in the Detroit metropolitan area. She received her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Michigan, and her master’s and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from The George Washington University.   Certificates of attendance are available upon request Requirement: Viewing 50% (30 minutes) or more of the live webinar  Emailed to attendees within 30 days after the webinar date

This session is part of the 2-part panel series, Supporting the Mental Health of Refugee and Asylee Communities, with which we aim to raise awareness about relevant mental health needs of asylum seekers and refugee populations by highlighting their voices and stories; share best practices and strategies with providers and organizations using contextual and system-level perspectives; and differentiate between a cultural knowledge-base and culturally responsive approaches.   In this first session in the series, a community panel led by individuals with lived experience, will share about their refugee/asylee journey. The learning objectives for this session are below:   Raise awareness of the mental health needs of refugee and asylee communities Identify the impact of loss, trauma and grief on mental health as people experience the migration process. Develop culturally responsive, trauma-informed services and supports.   Note: This learning session will be recorded. Certificates of completion are available to viewers of 50% (45 minutes) or more of the live webinar. CEUs are not available for this session.   For access to more information about this series, including speaker bios, visit the series landing page here.         

Session 2 Description Session 2, titled Thru the Lens of Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress, features Dr. Marcela Torres Pauletic, a clinical  psychologist and Senior Research Associate from the Institute of Behavioral Science, Prevention Science Program, Center for Resilience and Well-being at CU Boulder.  Dr. Torres Pauletic will offer a trauma-informed lens to working with individuals with IDD, (review and introduce these topics), the intersection of trauma and IDD, and provide strategies for identifying signs of post-traumatic stress. The training will also feature a preview of some evidence-based intervention approaches, including trauma-responsive strategies that parents, caregivers, and non-clinical professionals can apply in their daily interactions with children, youth, and adults in their care.  Trainers Marcela Torres Pauletic, PhD  Institute of Behavioral Science, University of Colorado at Boulder  Dr. Marcela Torres Pauletic is a clinical psychologist and Senior Research Associate from the Institute of Behavioral Science, Prevention Science Program, Center for Resilience and Well-being at CU Boulder.  She has expertise in child social-emotional development, childhood trauma and resilience, and the protective role of relationships throughout the lifespan.  Dr. Torres Pauletic regularly provides training and consultation to mental health professionals in evidence-based treatments for families experiencing trauma, and to educators, parents, and other child-and family-serving professionals in relationship-based strategies for building resilience. 

Description The first time some people forget where they left their keys, they immediately fear that they have Alzheimer's Disease. In this presentation, participants will learn about nine conditions and diseases that can mimic the memory-related symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease, but are not. The definition of Alzheimer's disease and symptoms of its three stages will also be provided during this session.    Learning Objectives Identify physical conditions and disorders with symptoms that could be mistaken for Alzheimer’s Disease  Understand the definition of Alzheimer’s Learn the symptoms of each of the three Alzheimer’s three stages   Speaker Loretta Veney is a motivational teacher and trainer. Throughout her life, she has chronicled family events through journals, photos and videos seeking to capture every moment. After learning that her beloved Mother Doris was the first female in her family to suffer from dementia, Loretta began documenting the details of doctor visits, and recording people, places and things as a substitute for lost memory. She is also the author of Refreshment for the Caregivers Spirit (2017) Colors Flowing from My Mind (2019) and Being My Mom's Mom: A Journey Through Dementia from a Daughter's Perspective (2019).     Certificates of attendance are available upon request Requirement: Viewing 50% (30 minutes) or more of the live webinar  Emailed to attendees within 30 days after the webinar date   The Central East MHTTC supports this Baltimore Faith Based Commission for Behavioral Health event.

  Join us as we share our cultural connection to food, apply a balanced way of eating, and incorporate Indigenous traditions into our lives with the healing power of food. We welcome Dr. Vanessa Quezada (Kickapoo/Chichimeca). She is a pharmacist and founding member of SanArte Healing and Cultura clinic (https://www.sanartecommunity.com). Her work is at the intersections of Native traditional healing, food sovereignty and renewable energy that build more life-giving systems. Participants will become knowledgeable in providing emotional/ resilient support for AI/AN youth. Our school communities will develop healthier eating habits for successful outcomes in and out of the classroom. We will reflect upon our cultural connections to food and discuss the importance of sugar stability in the body as related to mental health support. We will learn how to adapt a balanced way of eating and discuss the role of stress, sleep and exercise. Together, we will develop plans for improving access to our traditional foods.

The Great Lakes MHTTC 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: In this webinar, Drs. Amney Harper and Liz Cannon will provide a brief overview of LGBTQ+ terminology before exploring common developmental concerns for LGBTQ+ students and mental health outcomes for this population. Targeted for school administration, educators, and mental health professionals working with students, the trainings will review federal laws and best practices for working with LGBTQ+ students as well as discuss strategies schools can take to best support these students.     LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Learn about mental health outcomes for LGBTQ+ students. Explore federal laws that guide best practices for serving LGBTQ+ students Consider what schools can do to best support LGBTQ+ students in both policy and practice     CERTIFICATES: Registrants who fully attend this event or training will be eligible to receive 1.5 hours of continuing education from OhioMHAS. Certificates are sent by the host to all qualifying individuals approximately two weeks after the conclusion of the event or training.      SPEAKER: Amney Harper, Ph.D. is a Full Professor, Graduate Program Coordinator, and Co-Chair of the Department of Counseling and Human Services at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. She also teaches for the LGBTQ Certificate in the Women and Gender Studies Department. She graduated with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education from Auburn University in May of 2008.  Amney engages in a variety of service and scholarly work related to Social Justice and Multicultural Considerations. She serves as a SAFE trainer and a Trans Safe Trainer on campus and is active and involved in a variety of other LGBTQ+ committees, including the LGBTQ Advocacy Council, the Campus Pride Index Taskforce, the LGBTQ+ Resource Center Advisory Board, and the TransAction Committee.  Amney has presented and published widely on LGBTQ+, Multicultural, and Social Justice topics.     Dr. Liz Cannon is the Director of the UW Oshkosh LGBTQ+ Resource Center and a senior lecturer in Women’s and Gender Studies.  Amney also administers the LGBTQ Studies certificate program and teaches courses such as Two Spirit Lives and Introduction to LGBTQ Studies. Ey has been developing curriculum for SAFE trainings at UWO for 24 years, and ey started the Resource Center in 2008.

Part I: June 22nd, 2022 | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM ET (1.5 hrs) Part II: June 28th, 2022 | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM ET (1.5 hrs) Workshop Description: This three-hour online session will provide information about culturally-centered cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for Latinx youths with suicidal behaviors (Socio-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicidal Behavior-SCBT-SB) and diverse gender identities and sexual orientations. Evidence-based treatments for ethnic minorities and gender and sexually diverse youth, including Latinx youth with suicidal behaviors, is limited.  The SCBT-SB was developed to address the specific needs of Latinx youth and their families. The SCBT-SB focuses on central issues in adolescent identity formation (e.g., ethnicity and sexual orientation) along with family interactions and communication.  The workshop will consist of two sections. Part I, will be directed to describe tailoring treatment for LGBTQ+ Latinx youth, and Part II, will be directed to explain how to work with their caregivers. Learning Objectives: 1) Provide basic information about the relevance of affirmative care for LGBTQ+ Latinx youth; 2) Introduce the Socio-cognitive behavioral therapy for suicidal behaviors (SCBT-SB); and 3) Describe tailoring treatment for gender and sexually diverse Latinx youth and their caregivers. Who should attend? This is an intermediate level workshop designed for psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, counselors, graduate students, and other mental health providers, as well as for other related professionals providing support and care to youth and families.   About the Speaker:   Yovanska Duarté-Vélez, PhD Assistant Professor Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior Brown University and Bradley Hospital Dr. Duarté-Vélez received her PhD from the University of Puerto Rico and is currently an assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at Brown University and Bradley Hospital. Dr. Duarté-Vélez is also a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience with children and families from diverse backgrounds. Her research interests are to develop and tailor treatments for diverse populations (e.g. ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender) according to their needs and cultural values. Dr. Duarté-Vélez completed a pilot randomized clinical trial (RCT) of the SCBT-SB versus Treatment as Usual (TAU) in a “real world” setting with positive results. Currently, she is conducting a randomized clinical trial to test the efficacy and effectiveness of the SCBT-SB funded by the National Institute on Minority and Health Disparities.

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) young people suffer higher health and suicide risks than their heterosexual and binary peers. In honor of Pride Month, we'll be discussing how to better serve and support LGBTQ+ youth and young adults. We'll explore behavioral health disparities, the unique barriers to care this populations’ experiences, and strategies for being a more effective advocate and ally.   These monthly forums are an opportunity to connect with others who share a passion for developmentally appropriate and appealing supports for youth and young adults. Maybe you're a peer support provider or a new professional with lived experience working in mental health advocacy. Whatever your role, if you are a young adult professional seeking to make peer-to-peer connections and develop your professional capacity, this learning community offers a space to learn with other mental health workforce professionals.   We hope you will join us for collective skill-building, engaging conversations, and networking with other young professionals.   Intended Audience This learning community is designed for young professionals working with youth and young adults of transition age.   About the Presenters Kristin Thorp, MPP Youth Program Director, Youth MOVE National   Kristin has ten years of experience in advocacy and youth leadership and program development with a special focus on the mental health and criminal justice systems. She currently serves as a Youth Program Director, where she is a national technical assistance provider on the development, implementation, and sustainability of quality youth programming and supports organizations develop meaningful and mutual partnerships with youth, young adults, and system leaders to advance best practices for youth engagement. Kristin is an advisor on the System of Care Children’s Mental Health Initiative and supports the implementation of national evaluation efforts by conducting qualitative and quantitative research, utilizing data to determine and define technical assistance needs for grantee communities. Prior to joining Youth MOVE National, Kristin was the Continuous Quality Improvement Coordinator for Maine’s System of Care. In this role, she offered technical assistance, training, and consultation to government agencies, providers, and communities on incorporating and embedding trauma-informed principles and practices and developing a youth guided system. Kristin has utilized her own lived experience, passion, and expertise in the field of positive youth development to bridge multiple perspectives to promote trauma-informed approaches to recovery.    Te Jay McGrath, Youth Program Specialist, Youth MOVE National Te Jay brings many years of professional and lived experience to the Youth MOVE team. Not only has he directly served and supported many types of young adults, especially those experiencing homelessness, he has also worked on policy changes when it comes to LGBTQ+ initiatives, anti-bullying efforts, and public health inequities. Te Jay has been performing all around southern California as his drag persona, Tia Wanna, for over 9 years. Originally from Hawaii, Te Jay is a Korean American who now resides in Los Angeles, which he has called home for over a decade.