Training Library
FADAA and the Florida Department of Children and Families’ Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) together with their partners are continually developing and providing training to personnel who provide substance use disorder services to support the use of evidence-based practices in Florida. This high-caliber training is delivered at no charge to participants via live, in-person workshops and convenient webinars.
The archived webinar recordings are not eligible for continuing education units. Participation in interactive webinars and live workshops posted in the Community Calendar does qualify for continuing education for certain Florida licensed health care practitioners and Florida certified behavioral health professionals.
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Trauma-Informed Care for Non-Clinical Staff
Presented by: Shaina Bradley, LCACA, LSW, MSW
Event Date: 11/21/24
Event Description: While many service providers are familiar with trauma-informed care, those outside of the behavioral health field may be unfamiliar with trauma and its implications. This webinar defines and categorizes various types of trauma, explores its effects on the brain, and the natural responses impacted individuals may exhibit. Participants will gain essential insights into trauma-informed practices and discover practical strategies for intervention. With this foundational knowledge, attendees are able to shift their perspective on trauma and recognize its direct impact on fostering resilience.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Complementary and Integrated Treatment Approaches for Substance Use Disorders
Presented by: Amanda Marker, LMHC
Event Date: 11/14/24
Event Description: Substance use disorders are multifaceted in nature and individuals’ treatment and recovery needs vary. Complementary and integrative strategies are gaining traction among behavioral health and medical professionals as an adjunct to conventional treatments and medication. This webinar explores several complementary approaches for substance use disorders in terms of potential benefits, research, efficacy, and barriers. Clinicians are provided a tool to help guide decisions about incorporating or recommending complementary and integrative therapies for their practice or individual clients.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Youth Engagement and Building Rapport
Presented by: Ashley M. Shonibare, LCSW
Event Date: 10/30/24
Event Description: For youth to be actively engaged in mental health and/or substance use services, individuals who are providing the treatment must be open to adapting their approach for this age group. Awareness of the unique developmental needs of youth, cultural background considerations, and individual experiences are key to tailoring approaches and addressing specific concerns. This webinar describes ways to create a safe and supportive environment, develop authentic connections, and presents treatment services in a way that is youth-friendly and works to overcome barriers to engagement.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
The Intersection of Human Trafficking and Substance Use
Presented by: Dr. Nicole Kelly, Psy.D.
Event Date: 10/24/24
Event Description: Substance use is pervasive in human trafficking. For some individuals a substance use disorder may lead to trafficking, while others may develop a substance use disorder while being trafficked. Understanding the intersection of substance use and trauma with human trafficking is critical for behavioral health providers, their partners, and other professionals. This webinar discusses the relationship between substance use and trafficking, present some case scenarios, and provide evidence-based strategies to support individuals with a substance use disorder who have been sex trafficked.
2024 Legislative Updates to the Baker and Marchman Acts
Presented by: Melissa Larkin-Skinner
Event Date: 9/30/24
Event Description: In Florida, the Baker Act provides a legal procedure for voluntary and involuntary mental health examination and treatment. The Marchman Act addresses substance abuse through a comprehensive system of prevention, detoxification, and treatment services. In 2024, the Florida Legislature passed House Bill 7021 which modifies the Baker and Marchman Acts to improve the processes for obtaining mental health and substance abuse examinations and treatment and to align certain provisions for consistency between both acts.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
What’s Fidelity Got To Do With It?: Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Monitoring and Training
Presented by: Jennifer Smith-Ramey, Ph.D.
Event Date: 9/16/24
Event Description: Evidence-based practice (EBP) involves the systematic review, analysis, and application of the latest and most reliable scientific evidence to guide clinical decision-making. It integrates current research findings, clinical expertise, and client preferences to ensure providers can make well-informed treatment decisions (Dang et al., 2022). EBPs play a critical role in contributing to better clinical outcomes. The presenter explores the various factors that can either support or hinder the training and ongoing fidelity monitoring of EBPs. Additionally, all attendees are provided with a best-practice fidelity monitoring tool that is a practical resource for implementing rigorously and consistently.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Building Rapport with Young People from A to Z
Presented by: Kathleen Roberts, MS; Vanessa Salmo, MPH; Laura Holley, MA; Nancy Castillo, MS
Event Date: 6/27/24
Event Description: Generations experience events, situations, and opportunities differently – shaping behaviors and shared characteristics across a demographic. Understanding these characteristics can help us find ways to better communicate and work with various age groups. More recent generations have been strongly influenced by the evolution of technology and the impact of the pandemic on their formative years. This webinar provides an overview of the key characteristics of Generation Z and Generation Alpha representing individuals born in the 21st century. Research demonstrating communication styles, tips, and ways to build rapport and engage these youth are discussed.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Making Evidence-Based Practice Stick
Presented by: Kirsten Hanrahan, DNP, ARNP, CPNP-PC, FAAN, and Laura Cullen, DNP, RN, FAAN
Event Date: 8/28/24
Event Description: This interactive webinar walks attendees through each step of the Iowa Model for evidence-based practice, providing practical examples and key principles along the way. Participants learn implementation science, bringing theory into action for lasting impact in their organizations. The presenters discuss the Iowa Model, review an example of a training and fidelity monitoring protocol for an evidence-based practice for substance use disorders, and demonstrate how to create an effective implementation plan to promote adoption of evidence-based practices.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Pathways to Recovery: Understanding Mutual Aid Groups for Sustained Substance Use Recover
Presented by: Amanda Marker, LMHC, MA, NBCC, BFA
Event Date: 6/25/24
Event Description: This presentation demonstrates the mutual aid group pathway to sustained substance use recovery by exploring the components, history, benefits, and efficacy of mutual aid or self-help groups, including the similarities and differences among them. The webinar presents the protective factors of a mutual aid group that help reduce relapse and increase recovery success. It concludes with a review of the current resources for easily connecting individuals to their preferred mutual aid group for continued support through their recovery journey.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Florida Substance Use Trends: Annual Report 2024
Presented by: Benjamin T. Hackworth, MPH
Event Date: 6/20/24
Event Description: The 2024 Annual Report Update provides an overview of substance use trends within and across regions in Florida among youth and adults. The report is based on new data obtained from a diverse number of sources including Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Florida Department of Health Florida Health Charts, and the Florida Medical Examiners Commission Drugs Identified in Deceased Persons by Florida Medical Examiners.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Trauma-Informed Care and Substance Use Treatment with Young Adults
Presented by: Ashley Shonibare, LCSW
Event Date: 5/29/24
Event Description: Young persons who have experienced trauma can benefit from emerging best practices in trauma-informed approaches to care. Understanding an individual’s life experiences helps minimize the risk of re-traumatization while improving responsiveness to treatment and increasing the possibility of healing and recovery. This webinar presents trauma screening tools and treatment considerations for young adults along with specific trauma-informed approaches to care at organizational and clinical practice levels.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Compassion Fatigue in Families Affected by Substance Use and Trauma
Presented by: Dr. Michael Barnes, LAC, LAP
Event Date: 5/23/24
Event Description: Compassion fatigue, often associated with behavioral healthcare professionals, also impacts family caregivers affected by addiction and trauma. Dr. Michael Barnes sheds light on the unique signs and symptoms of burnout and secondary trauma which can impact individual well-being, emotional interactions, family dynamics, and boundaries. By exploring the biological, psychological, and social symptoms experienced by caregivers, he presents clinical interventions to promote family healing. Dr. Barnes calls for a shift in the approach of family programs, advocating for a transition from mere support to a holistic approach to family healing and recovery.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Co-Occurring Disorders
Presented by: Raymond Pomm, MD
Event Date: 5/10/24
Event Description: In this presentation, a physician with training and experience in the treatment of co-occurring disorders provides a thorough discussion of the topic as well as current, evidence-based information on working with individuals with co-occurring disorders. Participants will learn about the benefits of a comprehensive team approach and the practical implications and effects of medications and behavioral therapies related to co-occurring disorders.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Digital Connections: Fostering Engagement in Child Teletherapy
Presented by: Sourav Sengupta, MD, MPH
Event Date: 5/7/24
Event Description: With the increased use of virtual applications for remote behavioral health services, it is critical for professionals to understand how to effectively apply these tools with those they serve. This webinar explores various strategies for engaging children in teletherapy. It features a developmental lens for considering who is a good fit for teletherapy, highlights engagement strategies mapped onto the developmental needs of children at different stages, and presents examples of digital tools to enhance connection and emotional skills for younger children.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Pregnancy and Medication for Opioid Use Disorder
Presented by: Katrina Ciraldo, MD
Event Date: 4/4/24
Event Description: This presentation provides the most current evidence-based information on working with pregnant and post-partum women with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). Prescriber Peer Mentors are experts in OUD and medication-assisted therapies. Participants learn about Medication-assisted therapies (MAT), considered a “medical best practice” for treating OUD, and which medications are appropriate for OUD treatment and overdose prevention during pregnancy. Participants have an opportunity to learn the practical implications and effects of these medications related to pregnancy.
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Accrediation:
- The Medical Education Council Of Pensacola is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medication Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
- The Medical Educational Council of Pensacola designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM.
Originally Released for Accreditation: June 14, 2024
Latest Accreditation Review Date: June 14, 2024
Termination/Next Review Date: June 14, 2027
Disclosure:
In accordance with the policies of the ACCME…
MECOP has collected disclosures from all speakers and planners involved in this activity.
None of the speakers, authors, planners, or reviewers associated with this activity have relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Person-Centered Recovery Planning: Partnering in Process and Documentation
Presented by: Janis Tondora, Psy.D.
Event Date: 3/28/24
Event Description: This interactive webinar will provide an overview of key strategies to move person-centered care from theory to reality through the practice of Person-Centered Recovery Planning (PCRP). Critical components of PCRP will be addressed, including philosophy, process, planning documentation, and purpose. Practical coaching will be offered on maintaining a strengths-based, person-centered orientation within a comprehensive plan that meets rigorous fiscal and regulatory standards. Participants will have an opportunity to “build” a recovery plan through interactivity, and a variety of take-home tools and resources will be available for those interested in more intensive learning on this topic.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Grassroots Development of Peer Recovery Support to Address the Opioid Crisis in Rural Communities
Presented by: Shaina Bradley
Event Date: 03/26/24
Event Description: The Opioid Epidemic continues to impact urban and rural areas throughout the United States. Experiencing substance misuse and living in a small rural community poses unique issues. In this webinar, we look at the risk factors associated with substance use in rural communities, understanding the different challenges in addressing substance use in a rural versus urban community, develop an understanding of the Sequential Intercept Model (SIM) with examples of successful implementation for Intercepts 0-5, and learn how to shift the lens to a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented framework.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Recovery Residences: Tracing the Journey, Evaluating the Impact, and Envisioning Tomorrow
Presented by: Michael McKeogh
Event Date: 02/29/24
Event Description: This webinar looks at what recovery residences bring to the table for individuals with substance use disorders, starting with a quick glance at how group community housing started and what Florida’s recovery housing looks like today. This webinar provides an understanding of SAMHSA’s Best Practices for Recovery Housing, offers insight into how medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) are complemented by the support of recovery housing, explains how chartered Oxford Houses and certified recovery residences operate, and offers guidance regarding placement, and best fit for clients and individuals.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Substance Use, Medications, and Impact on Mental Health
Presented by: Dr. Gregory Colbath and Vanessa Salmo
Event Date: 2/26/24
Event Description: This webinar discusses the prevalence of substance use, mental health, pain management, and the far-reaching effects on personal and public health in Florida. This complex crisis places immense pressure on healthcare systems, emergency services, and social support networks. Addressing these co-occurring disorders comprehensively requires a multi-pronged approach involving collaboration across interdisciplinary sectors. There is hope for shifting the narrative from reacting to this public health emergency to preventing it by directing resources to the underlying factors contributing to substance misuse and mental health.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
The Changing Landscape of Alcohol
Presented by: Kathleen Roberts
Event Date: 2/14/24
Event Description: Alcohol use is common. However, excessive alcohol consumption often leads to a range of negative health consequences and behaviors. When mixed with prescribed or illicit substances, alcohol can pose substantial risk to an individual’s health and well-being. This webinar will discuss current trends involving alcohol as well as the complex relationship between alcohol use and mental health. Information will be shared to increase awareness and offer strategies for community action.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Empowering the Futures of Youth: Sharing Information to Prevent Youth Substance Use
Presented by: Worsham El
Event Date: 2/08/24
Event Description: Youth perceptions about substance use influence their initiation and frequency of use. This dynamic, interactive webinar is designed for those who are committed to preventing substance use among youth aged 11-18. This insightful session aims to equip attendees with valuable knowledge and strategies to effectively tackle the issue of youth substance use through strategic information sharing. This webinar provides a unique opportunity to enhance your understanding of youth substance use prevention and provides actionable strategies to make a positive impact on the lives of young individuals. Join us in fostering a culture of empowerment and resilience to safeguard the well-being of our youth.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Florida Substance Use Trends: Annual Update Report 2023
Presented by: Benjamin T. Hackworth
Event Date: 1/23/24
Event Description: The 2023 Annual Report Update provides an overview of substance use trends within and across regions in Florida among youth and adults. The report is based on new data obtained from a diverse number of sources including the 2023 Florida Youth Substance Abuse Survey (FYSAS), the Florida Department of Health’s Opioid Use Dashboard, and the Drugs Identified in Deceased Persons by the Florida Medical Examiners Annual Report.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Comorbidity Understanding & Helping People with Substance Use & Mental Health Conditions
Presented by: Dr. Bruce S. Liese
Event Date: 12/15/23
Event Description: During this webinar, Dr. Liese explains biopsychosocial processes underlying co-occurring substance use disorders and other mental health conditions. He describes the prevalence of common co-occurring addictive and psychiatric disorders and address common questions regarding comorbidity. Dr. Liese discusses essential strategies for addressing comorbid conditions and emphasize the importance of structure, collaboration, case conceptualization, and psychoeducation. Finally, he presents several standardized techniques for addressing co-occurring disorders.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Understanding and Addressing the Relationship Between Addictive Disorders and Anxiety
Presented by: Dr. Bruce Liese
Event Date: 11/17/23
Event Description: Dr. Liese discusses the complex relationship between addictive disorders and anxiety, including a brief overview of the prevalence of each and their comorbid conditions. He presents several psychological frameworks for conceptualizing cases for individuals with addictive disorders and anxiety (e.g., the Addiction Syndrome Model) and introduces a structured approach to treatment planning. Dr. Liese describes the five components of psychotherapy—structure, collaboration, case conceptualization, psychoeducation, and standardized techniques–and provides several standardized techniques for addressing co-existing addictive disorders and anxiety.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Improving Mental Health: How Self-care Impacts Our Care for Others
Presented by: Dr. Nicole Kelly, PsyD
Event Date: 11/14/23
Event Description: Burnout and stress are common experiences for all of us, so we must learn skills and techniques to mitigate the symptoms of each. How we take care of ourselves directly correlates with how we care for those around us. This webinar helps attendees learn why self-care and compassion are essential skills to develop and offer practical techniques for application. Using videos, discussion questions, and instruction, the trainer helps participants understand the need for and benefits of rest, self-care, and self-compassion, all of which lead to improved mental health for ourselves and the individuals we serve.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Understanding the Impact of Stimulant Use Disorder
Presented by: Kathleen Roberts and Michael Coy
Event Date: 11/8/23
Event Description: Stimulant use continues to be a growing problem nationwide with devastating impacts on families and communities. This webinar provides an overview of what stimulants are and the current trends and patterns in Florida. The presentation gives participants an understanding of the signs of stimulant use and withdrawal symptoms. Additionally, resources, tips, and recommendations are shared on preventing, treating, and providing recovery support for individuals, families, and communities.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Substance Use in Pregnancy: Fear, Stigma, and Barriers to Care
Presented by: Kathryn Shea, LCSW
Event Date: 10/26/23
Event Description: Substance use and substance use disorders in pregnancy are commonly linked with adverse obstetric and neonatal outcomes. All pregnant women should be screened, and those with positive screens should be diagnosed and offered treatment to avoid the morbidity and mortality associated with continued substance use during pregnancy. Substance use during pregnancy and motherhood needs a compassionate and evidence-based solution. An effort should be made to incorporate women’s voices, as they are the authorities on their experience. This session aims to educate providers on 1) in-utero teratogenic effects of common drugs of abuse (alcohol, tobacco, and prescription and illicit drugs), 2) differentiating between toxicity and withdrawal syndromes associated with prenatal exposure, 3) breastfeeding while on medication-assisted treatment, and 4) the impact of prenatal exposure on parent and infant bonding and child development.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Encouraging Young People to Seek Help
Presented by: Madeline Adkins
Event Date: 10/24/23
Event Description: It’s okay to ask for help – and we want young people to know that. This webinar identifies ways to teach young people how to identify and process their feelings, cope with challenges, and develop the language and skills to reach out for help when needed. It also includes age-appropriate resources so that attendees are better prepared to meet young people where they are, address their needs, and offer support.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Resilience: Adolescents and Marijuana Use
Presented by: Worsham El
Event Date: 9/28/23
Event Description: Understanding adolescent development, teen substance use, and resiliency skills is key to preventing substance misuse. Research indicates that adolescent cannabis use can impact brain development, mental health, athletic, and academic performance. Participants will learn about the prevalence, signs, and impact of marijuana use on youth. Information about evidence-based treatments, prevention strategies, and concrete ways to engage and build resiliency among youth will be presented.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
“Bouncing Back”: A Practical Approach to Building Resiliency
Presented by: Laura Holley
Event Date: 9/12/23
Event Description: Resiliency, the ability to bounce back from adversity, is gaining more attention in the world of Prevention. The skills and qualities that make a person resilient are critical in reducing the likelihood that someone will develop a future mental health or substance misuse challenge. This webinar breaks down the basic elements of resiliency and provide instruction and tools for participants to easily use in their lives and with those they serve or care for. Operating under the knowledge that “everyone can be resilient,” this webinar discusses and dispels common myths about resiliency and provides a greater understanding of resiliency as a teachable and learnable skill set. Those skills include (but are not limited to) stress and emotional management, the practice of gratitude, good problem-solving skills, positive communication skills, and effective coping skills.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Crisis Management for High-Risk Populations
Presented by: Nicole Klasey
Event Date: 9/6/23
Event Description: Crises often arise when caring for individuals with behavioral health conditions, which is why we must learn how to navigate crises effectively. Common crises include suicidal ideation, substance use, and verbal and physical aggression. This webinar will help attendees define crises, the goals of crisis management, and how to identify, anticipate, prepare for, and mitigate potential conflicts. The trainer discusses pre-crisis assessment, discerning where someone is in their crisis cycle, and debriefing crises. Lastly, the trainer reviews safety planning based on the crisis and risk assessment.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Diagnostic Developments and the DSM-5-TR: A Deeper Dive
Presented by: Dr. Greg Neimeyer
Event Date: 8/28/23
Event Description: The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR) introduces various revisions and additions to its diagnostic categories, including dozens of disorders. Designed for the clinical professional, this webinar provides an overview of these changes and provides illustrations using clinical videos, assessment measures, and structured interview protocols. Participants will also learn about the relationship of the DSM and the International Classification of Diseases and become familiar with assessment tools that offer potential for clinical practice.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Meeting Patient’s Where They Are/The Places Will Be Different
Presented by: William Dove
Event Date: 6/26/23
Event Description: The presentation discusses the learning objectives of a program aimed at improving understanding and engagement of non-white individuals and communities involved with the court and criminal justice systems in medication-assisted treatment (MAT). It highlights the need to address specific barriers in these populations and enhance marketing strategies for MAT. The presentation emphasizes the importance of engaging community organizations, criminal justice settings, local courts, and emergency rooms/hospitals to improve participation in MAT among court-involved non-white populations. It also addresses missed opportunities in identifying the real need for MAT in non-white populations and the impact of stigma, fear, lifestyle factors, communication challenges, lack of access to affordable treatment, lack of trust in the healthcare system, cultural beliefs, and the importance of “reaching in ” to communities and different settings. The presentation concludes by discussing the value of engaging pastors, business owners, respected community members, problem-solving courts, emergency rooms, and bridge programs in promoting MAT and its benefits for court-involved individuals.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Office of State Courts Administrator (OSCA)
Treating Grief and Loss in Children and Youth
Presented by: Brenda J. Legaspi, LCSW
Event Date: 6/12/23
Event Description: This webinar will reviews the signs and symptoms of grief which manifests in individuals in the following ways: cognitively, behaviorally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. The five stages of the grief cycle identified by Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross are reviewed, as well as other contemporary theories on grief work with individuals, such as Dr. Alan Wolfelt’s Companioning the Bereaved and Dr. Ira Byock’s Dying Well.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Patterns of and Trends in Substance Use in Florida: 2023 Annual Report
Presented by: Benjamin T. Hackworth, MPH
Event Date: 6/8/23
Event Description: The 2023 Annual Report provides an overview of Florida substance use trends regionally and statewide among youth and adults. The report is based on new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Florida Health Charts, the Florida Medical Examiners 2021 Annual Report, and the 2022 Florida Youth Substance Abuse Survey.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Integrating Substance Use Prevention with Wellness
Presented by: Amanda Bonham-Lovett, LMSW, MPH
Event Date: 6/1/23
Event Description: The National Institute on Drug Abuse identifies prevention as the best strategy to counter substance use among youth. Prevention programs aim to increase protective factors and minimize risk factors. The intersection of substance use prevention and wellness provides an opportunity to assess multidimensional factors that contribute to resilience and well-being and reduce risk for substance use. This webinar will defines prevention strategies and wellness principles, explores evidence-based practices, and discusses the intersection of substance use prevention and wellness across the lifespan.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Prevention Strategies for Vaping Marijuana
Presented by: Jake Levinson
Event Date: 5/24/23
Event Description: Vaping has become one of the most common methods youth use to consume both nicotine and cannabis. This webinar examines youth vaping trends, risk and protective factors, and consequences of youth vaping. We explore evidence-based prevention strategies to address youth vaping, including use of the Strategic Prevention Framework, environmental strategies such as policy change, and individual strategies.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Harm Reduction and Prevention: Opportunities for Collaboration to Address Overdose
Presented by: Shelby Meaders, MPH
Event Date: 5/9/23
Event Description: SAMSHA defines harm reduction as a comprehensive prevention strategy to prevent death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. Harm reduction and prevention practitioners share common goals and principles, including reducing the adverse health and social consequences of substance use, focusing on protective factors, collaborating with community partners, and emphasizing evidence-based practices. Through a comprehensive, integrated approach, harm reduction and prevention can collectively reduce overdose deaths, stigma, and negative consequences of substance use. This webinar defines harm reduction and prevention, explores how to locate services in Florida, and discusses the intersection and benefit of collaboration.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Unlocking the Power of Hybrid Service Delivery
Presented by: Sandnes S. Boulanger, MSW, LCSW, MCAP, CTP
Event Date: 4/25/23
Event Description: As we enter a post-pandemic world, practitioners and agencies are striving to strike a balance between virtual and in-person service delivery techniques. While making both options available to consumers presents a challenge, leveraging the right technology can help break down barriers and ultimately improve health outcomes.
During this webinar, we will explore a hybrid model of care that combines virtual and in-office services. This presentation will offer practical examples, useful tips, and thoughtful discussion points to help practitioners implement this approach effectively. We will also review workforce issues, such as the growing number of providers who practice outside of traditional office settings. By the end of this session, participants will be well on their way to navigating the evolving landscape of hybrid service delivery.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Unlocking the Power of Hybrid Service Delivery
Presented by: Sandnes S. Boulanger, MSW, LCSW, MCAP, CTP
Event Date: 4/25/23
Event Description: As we enter a post-pandemic world, practitioners and agencies are striving to strike a balance between virtual and in-person service delivery techniques. While making both options available to consumers presents a challenge, leveraging the right technology can help break down barriers and ultimately improve health outcomes.
During this webinar, we will explore a hybrid model of care that combines virtual and in-office services. This presentation will offer practical examples, useful tips, and thoughtful discussion points to help practitioners implement this approach effectively. We will also review workforce issues, such as the growing number of providers who practice outside of traditional office settings. By the end of this session, participants will be well on their way to navigating the evolving landscape of hybrid service delivery.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Fentanyl Facts and Prevention
Presented by: Dr. Shelby Meaders, MPH
Event Date: 4/13/23
Event Description: There is a re-emergence of trafficking, distribution, and abuse of illicitly produced fentanyl and analogues with a significant increase in overdoses. Overdose prevention and substance use prevention education is critical. Evidence demonstrates that building resiliency, teaching life skills, and preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) prevents substance use, health risks, and overdose among youth and young adults. This webinar will discuss the dangers of fentanyl, overdose prevention, and approaches to preventing substance use to mitigate risk among youth and young adults.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Reducing Stigma Around Behavioral Health
Presented by: Dr. Julie Radlauer-Doerfler, LMHC
Event Date: 3/14/23
Event Description: Stigma is often a barrier to people seeking and accessing the mental health support they need. This webinar lays the groundwork for understanding stigma and how it impacts individuals, services, and the community. Strategies for overcoming mental health stigma and how to address it will be discussed.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Women and Stimulants – Enhancing Treatment Recovery Services for Women
Presented by: Worsham El, LCSW, CFTP
Event Date: 3/2/23
Event Description: Women face unique issues when it comes to substance use and treatment needs. This interactive training will examine the prevalence of women’s use of stimulants, present evidence-based treatments for stimulant use disorder, and address gender-specific patterns and guidance for stimulant treatment with women.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Families Supporting Families: The Importance of Peer Support for System Navigation
Presented by: Crystal Lilly and Sarah Shepard
Event Date: 2/16/23
Event Description: This webinar offers a glimpse of family peer support through the lens of individuals with lived experience who have provided support and mentoring for peers. Family peer support is critical to promoting child and family wellness. Caregivers and children both need treatment services and support. This learning experience will help participants define a family peer and the lived experience necessary to fill that role, gain an understanding of the family peer role and how it benefits organizations, learn strategies for using family peers to engage and support youth and their families, and develop a preliminary plan to recruit appropriate family peers.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Selecting the Right Prevention Approach for your Target Population
Presented by: Kathleen Roberts, MS
Event Date: 2/10/23
Event Description: With increasing community needs, limited funding, and the requirement of funders to implement evidence-based practices, programs, and strategies, the prevention field must work to re-examine how to select the right prevention approach to create effective and sustainable change. Prevention is a science that relies on using evidence-based approaches informed by data, well-researched interventions, and the inclusion of cultural competence to ensure appropriate fit. This webinar will provide prevention stakeholders with an overview of the process of selecting the right prevention approach for addressing the population and priority problem of focus.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Partnering with a Purpose
Presented by: Ashley M. Gonsler, LCSW
Event Date: 1/18/23
Event Description: To enhance substance use prevention services, emphasis is placed on identifying ways to connect and collaborate with each entity involved. Partnering can be established within the context of increasing caregiver and natural support engagement, community organizations, schools, correctional and health care systems. It can also encompass the collaborative relationship between service users, caregivers, youth centers, community agencies or organizations.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
Housing 101: Understanding the Basics of Housing Individuals with Behavioral Health
Presented by: William J King, BA
Event Date: 1/5/23
Event Description: Housing 101 Training provides an overview of the various housing options and opportunities for individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness and living with mental health and/or substance use issues. This training will cover a range of residential settings, including FARR Certified Recovery Homes, Short Term Residential treatment, Assisted Living Facilities, and Adult Family Care Homes. In addition, an introduction to accessing housing vouchers through the local Continuums of Care will be provided. Participants will learn how a Continuum of Care operates, how to access the Homeless Management Information System, and gain an understanding of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s criteria for various housing vouchers through the local Public Housing Authorities.
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Sponsored by the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families
The Do’s and Don’ts of Implementing a Non-Narcotic Medication Assisted Treatment Program in the Criminal Justice System
Presented By:
Rebecca Hogamier, MBA, LCADC, MAC
Event Date: 12-14-2017
Event Description: Increased prescription drug and heroin use and addiction have led to an opioid epidemic in the United States. Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) is an evidence-based practice that can be an important tool in helping people recover from substance use disorders. This webinar will review best practices for utilizing Vivitrol®, a non-narcotic, non-addictive MAT in jails and with individuals transitioning into the community after incarceration.
Treatment of Individuals Living with Co-Occurring Disorders
Presented By:
Mark Sanders, LCSW, CADC
Event Date: 12-13-2017
Event Description: In this skill-building webinar participants will be introduced to strategies to effectively work with clients with co-occurring disorders to address their needs on their road to recovery. Mental health issues and substance use disorders co-occur in about 45% of Americans seeking substance use disorder treatment (SAMHSA). Co-occurring disorders can be difficult to diagnose due to the complexity of symptoms. In many cases, people receive treatment for one while the other remains untreated. This may occur because both mental and substance use disorders can have biological, psychological, and social components. Other reasons may be inadequate provider training or screening, an overlap of symptoms, or that other health issues take priority. In any case, the consequences of undiagnosed, untreated or undertreated co-occurring disorders can lead to a higher likelihood of experiencing homelessness, incarceration, medical illnesses, suicide or even early death. A partial list of topics included in this webinar is: the new person-centered approach to co-occurring disorders treatment; evidence-based approaches to co-occurring disorders treatment; and 10 strategies for helping clients with co-occurring disorders avoid slipping through the cracks.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Infectious Disease Control for Persons Who Inject Drugs (PWIDs)
Presented By:
Robert L. Cook, MD, MPH
Jesse T. Bennett, BSW
Event Date: 12-12-2017
Event Description: People who inject drugs are at greater risk of contracting or transmitting HIV and viral hepatitis. The intersection of the opioid and infectious disease epidemics is not a coincidence. Stigma and discrimination against people with mental health or substance use disorders or HIV can deter individuals from seeking health care services, reducing the opportunity for better health through the use of the latest methods for treatment and prevention. This webinar will present information/trends about the inter-relationship between opioid misuse and infectious disease and what measures can be taken to effectively address this public health emergency. Evidence-based behavioral interventions and innovative approaches to infectious disease prevention for persons who inject drugs will be discussed.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Effective Treatment for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness and Behavioral Health Issues
Presented By:
Susan Pourciau
Amanda Rosada
Event Date: 11-30-2017
Event Description: One in five individuals experiencing homelessness in January 2016 was also living with a serious mental health or chronic substance abuse disorder ( 2016 AHAR: Part1-Point-In-Time Estimates of Homelessness in the U.S.). Individuals living with mental health and/or substance use disorders can be particularly vulnerable to becoming homeless as these health conditions can create difficulties in accessing and maintaining stable housing. Coping with the trauma of homelessness can further exacerbate substance use/abuse and mental health conditions. Traditionally, homeless and housing programs have required sobriety and/or mental health treatment as a prerequisite to receiving housing and services. Similarly, behavioral health providers often consider treatment for behavioral health issues as the first order of business for those experiencing homelessness. However, a large body of evidence-based research demonstrates that these practices may create barriers to, and lack of involvement with, systems of care, causing the most vulnerable people to fall through the cracks. When providers focus on stabilizing an individual’s most basic needs first, such as permanent affordable housing, the likelihood of recovery is significantly improved. Substance abuse and mental health recovery are much more attainable when individuals have stable housing. This webinar, designed for novice as well as advanced practitioners, will provide best practices for addressing homelessness for individuals involved in the behavioral health system and present steps for how behavioral health providers can assist with housing needs. Participants will receive tools to increase skills for effectively working with individuals pre-housing and post-housing.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Buprenorphine: An Effective Partial Agonist Medication for Opioid Use Disorder
Presented By:
David R. Gastfriend, MD
Event Description: The FDA approved Buprenorphine (BUP) in addiction treatment as safe and effective for opioid use disorder (OUD). BUP has unique chemistry, brain effects, side effects, and impact on behavior. We will review BUP’s pharmacology, clinical indication, formulations, federal law requirements, patient selection issues, practice guidelines, counseling recommendations, contraindications, adverse effects, abuse risks and considerations regarding treatment completion.
Event Date: 11-29-2017
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Effective Intake and Assessment of Pregnant Women
Presented By:
Amy Falin
Event Description: Historically, women with substance use disorders have received treatment that was developed to meet the needs of men with substance use disorders. However, research during recent decades has indicated that women with substance use disorders benefit from receiving holistic, women-centered approaches that meet their psychosocial needs ( Substance Use and Mental Health Services Administration, 2009). This particularly is important for pregnant and parenting women with substance use disorders, a subgroup that – due to their specialized stresses and responsibilities – can be difficult to attract to treatment and to retain in treatment. Using examples from cases, this webinar will describe how to use the initial intake and assessment of such pregnant and parenting women to maximize their chances of successfully completing treatment.
Event Date: 11-28-2017
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Substance Use and Treatment in Older Adults
Presented By:
Nicholas Szubiak, MSW, LCSW
Nicole Cadovius, M.B.A, M.S.M
Event Description: This webinar is intended for substance use treatment providers, primary care clinicians, social workers, senior center staff and others who have regular contact with older adults. The purpose of this webinar is to better understand the life transitions that occur with aging that may cause older adults to be at risk for problems with substance use and present information about relevant trends and tools for successfully recognizing, screening, and treating substance use in older adults. Participants will also explore their own possible biases towards screening and treating older adults who may be misusing or abusing substances.
Event Date: 11-15-2017
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Individuals with Substance Use Disorders in Brief
Presented By:
Linda Dimeff, PhD
Event Date: 11-08-2017
Event Description: The purpose of this webinar is to learn about the Evidenced-Based Practice Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). DBT is a highly efficacious treatment developed by Marsha M. Linehan, PhD, for multi-diagnostic, severely disordered individuals with pervasive emotion dysregulation. While originally developed for difficult-to-treat patients with borderline personality disorder (BPD), research has demonstrated that DBT is also effective for patients with a variety of complex problems, including substance use disorders where emotion dyscontrol are often at the core of the individual’s problems and/or interfere with long-term maintenance of therapeutic progress (Chapman, 2006), DBT has been adapted for use in a variety of settings, including prisons, inpatient hospitals, schools, and juvenile justice facilities.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Drug Testing and Substance Abuse Treatment
Presented By:
Raymond Pomm, MD
Event Date: 10-27-2017
Event Description: The opioid epidemic has taken a dramatic shift in its impact upon every socioeconomic level of our society. Beginning with prescription opioids to fentanyl and its analogs, we are now facing unfathomable challenges. Knowing not only whom but also what we are treating has become of paramount importance. Without drug testing, treatment will be a partially blind effort that can result in further morbidity and mortality for individuals with substance use disorders. This webinar will review the basic pharmacology of the most common drugs of abuse as well as their interaction with each other. We will then discuss the various forms of drug testing available while also analyzing the benefits and potential pitfalls of each type of testing. In addition, how to best understand and utilize drug testing results as potential therapeutic interventions will be clearly delineated. Most importantly, the potentially lifesaving benefits of drug testing, within the scope of substance abuse treatment, will be analyzed and discussed.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Commercially Sexually Exploited Youth: The Importance of Awareness, Identification, and Treatment Across a Continuum of Care
Presented by: Kimberly McGrath, Psy.D.
Event Date: 10-2017
Event Description: This workshop addressed Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC). This issue has been in the forefront of child welfare for the past several years. In response, the Florida Legislature has approved legislation and rules to help guide the child welfare system, professionals and providers engaged with and who treat survivors of exploitation. Through this presentation participants will acquire an understanding of the scope of the problem of commercial sexual exploitation and the related importance of awareness of CSEC.
This education experience was offered as a live workshop.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Medication is Addiction Treatment, Too! An Overview of Medication Assisted Treatment
Presented By:
David R. Gastfriend, MD
Event Date: 10-16-2017
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Patient Management: Care for Success in the Opioid Epidemic
Presented by: David R. Gastfriend, MD
Event Date: 10-12-17
Event Description: Participants reviewed how our understanding of the brain and clinical research elucidate strategies for patient management, specifically for patients receiving medication-assisted treatment. These strategies can improve patient engagement, retention, adherence to counseling and medication, support from families/significant others, completion of therapy, and continuity of care.
This education experience was offered as a live workshop.
This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Recovery Oriented System of Care Organizational Assessment
Presented By:
James Winarski
Event Date: 09-19-2017
Event Description: This webinar will explain why and how to implement the Self-Assessment Planning Tool for Implementing Recovery-Oriented Mental Health Services (SAPT) Version 2.0. The tool was originally developed at the University of South Florida under contract with the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). In 2016, the SAPT planning tool was revised to support Florida’s Recovery-Oriented System of Care (ROSC) process. A ROSC is a system transformation initiative that the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is leading. This is a values-driven approach to structuring behavioral health systems and a network of clinical and non-clinical services and supports. Under ROSC, recovery is expected and achieved through meaningful partnerships and shared decision making with individuals, communities, and systems. The planning tool is designed to help agencies establish policies and practices resulting in positive, recovery-oriented services outcomes.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
How to Effectively Use Print, Broadcast, and Social Media in Substance Abuse Prevention
Presented By:
Louise R. Ritchie, Ph.D.
Event Date: 07-31-2017
Event Description: Participants will learn how to effectively engage print media in publicizing substance abuse prevention efforts. They also will learn how to effectively engage broadcast media professionals in publicizing substance abuse prevention efforts, and how to effectively use social media in substance abuse prevention efforts.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Overdose Prevention and Naloxone in Florida
Presented By:
Amanda Muller
Event Date: 07-26-2017
Event Description: In recent years, unintentional overdose surpassed car accidents as the leading cause of unintentional injury death in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stated that the United States is experiencing an “epidemic of drug overdose (poisoning) deaths,” citing that since 2000, the rate of drug overdose deaths increased 137%, including a 200% increase in those involving opioids. In Florida, drug-related deaths increased by 14% from 2014 to 2015, with deaths from opioids (heroin, fentanyl, methadone, morphine, and oxycodone) determined as causing death in more than 50% of the 4,682 deaths in which drugs were found (Florida Medical Examiners Commission Report, April 2016). Given these numbers, law enforcement, other first responders and human service professionals of all types face the ever-growing reality of having to deal with drug overdoses on any given day. The purpose of this webinar is to examine the use of naloxone, a well-known and long used medication to reverse effects of opiates in the event of overdose. Step-by-step instructions for recognizing and responding to an opioid overdose will be presented. This session will also provide detailed information regarding Florida’s 911 Good Samaritan and Naloxone Access laws. Instructions for enrolling in DCF’s Overdose Prevention Program will be provided to non-profit organizations interested in receiving free naloxone to distribute to individuals at risk of experiencing an opioid overdose.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Medication Assisted Treatment Completion Criteria and a Proposed Protocol
Presented By:
Dr. David Gastfriend
Event Date:06-30-2017
Event Description: This webinar will include a review of current literature on adherence and treatment compliance in the treatment of substance use disorder. It will provide the current knowledge base for treatment duration for the three most commonly prescribed medications used in MAT focusing on XR-NTX (Vivitrol). A draft protocol for assessing treatment completion designed for the entire provider team including prescribers, individual and group counselors, coaches, and other team members will be presented.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Increasing Outreach to Pregnant Women and IV Drug Users
Presented By:
Rick Hankey
Event Date:06-22-2017
Event Description: This two-hour best practice webinar addresses outreach efforts for pregnant women with substance use disorders, intravenous drug users and individuals meeting criteria for care coordination. To be effective, programs must successfully recruit, retain, and engage these individuals. Recruitment activities involve enrolling individuals in services and retention activities keep them coming back. This webinar provides information on how agencies can identify issues or problems with recruitment and retention how to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of these critical processes in their own operation. The presenter will share lessons learned along with practical advice on how to implement an effective recruitment and retention strategy.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Developing Compliant Policies and Procedures for Pregnant and Parenting Women and Documenting SAPT Required Services
Presented By:
Jeffrey Cece, MS
Walescca Rivera, RN, BA
Shannon Robinson, RN, MSN
Event Date:06-20-2017
Event Description: This webinar will identify the SAPT block grant-required policies and procedures that specifically apply to pregnant and parenting women. Participants will learn how to create policies and procedures ensuring providers’ correct implementation of those requirements. Participants also will learn to efficiently document in clients’ files those SAPT block grant-required services.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
VIVITROL 101: Everything You Need to Know
Presented By:
Kathy Goltry, M.S.W., Project Manager, VIVITROL Project
Darran Duchene, Data and Evaluation, VIVITROL Project
Event Date: 05-31-2017
Event Description: This webinar is a complete overview of the VIVITROL program managed by FADAA. Beginning with the application process and provider registration through requesting payment and submitting required data – all topics needed to participate in the program will be covered. Participants will be provided step-by-step guidance on the VIVITROL program including patient eligibility, program goals, clinical resources, and database issues. The differences in the DCF funded program and the OSCA program will be explained including provider and patient eligibility, reporting, and submitting payment requests. Upcoming additions to the provider portal will be explained. There will be an opportunity for participants to ask questions and during the presentation.
Increasing Treatment Completion Rates and Retaining Pregnant Women with Substance Use Disorders in Treatment
Presented By:
Karol Kaltenbach, PhD
Event Date: 05-30-2017
Event Description: This two-hour best practice webinar presents strategies for increasing treatment completion rates and retaining pregnant women with substance use disorders in treatment. Treatment retention is one of the most consistent predictors of positive treatment outcomes so it is critical that pregnant women engage and stay in treatment. This webinar will help participants identify factors that influence retention among women, such as socio-demographics including age, education, race/ethnicity, economics, and partner relationships; criminal justice and child protective services involvement; pregnancy; and co-occurring disorders. Research indicates that women benefit from a supportive, safe, and nurturing treatment environment that promotes a mutually respectful, empathic and compassionate therapeutic relationship. This webinar presents information about the collaborative treatment approach and priority treatment goals for pregnant women with substance use disorders for successful engagement and establishing a sense of trust.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Everything You Need to Know about Background Screening and the Exemption Process
Presented By:
Diane Harris
Event Date: 04-18-2017
Event Description: The Florida Legislature has made substantive changes to Level 2 background screening requirements which include: 1) a clearinghouse for background screening and rescreening and 2) new crimes added to the list of disqualifying offenses. In this webinar, an overview of the current background screening process and how the law is applied, as changes to background screening in 2015. The process to apply for exemption from disqualification and understanding the exemption process will be discussed.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
LOCUS/CALOCUS
Presented By:
Robert Benacci
Event Date: 04-07-2017
Event Description: This webinar will provide an overview of the Level of Care Utilization System for Psychiatric and Addiction Services (LOCUS 2010) and the Child and Adolescent Level of Care Utilization System (CALOCUS 2010) that were developed by members of the American Association of Community Psychiatrists and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. This webinar will review the underlying philosophy and principles of those instruments. It also will highlight some of their differences. It will describe the level of care continuum, the Dimensions and criteria rating system, and the method to determine a level of care recommendation. In addition, it will discuss key concepts to use completing these instrument(s).
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Florida Substance Abuse Trends Update – Winter, 2017
Presented By:
James N. Hall
Event Date: 02-22-2017
Event Description: The goal of this Webinar is to review the most current trends within Florida’s 7 Managing Entity Regions and across the State. Underage drinking and tobacco use continues to decline and reflects significant progress of Florida’s prevention strategies. However, adolescent marijuana use has stabilized at high rates and now involves higher potency cannabis products as well as more intense methods of administration. Methamphetamine deaths are increasing as the drug appears to be more available in the Tampa area as well as the northern Panhandle and Orlando areas. Prescription opioid abuse has been the breeding ground for the growing number of heroin users in Florida and across the nation. Increased use of poisonous fentanyl analogues from clandestine labs as a substitute or adulterant for street heroin has escalated opiate deaths. Rising indicators of cocaine abuse is attributed to its use by opiate addicts and doubling of its production in Colombia. Changing patterns of synthetic cathinone stimulants including “Flakka ” or “Mollys ” and other Novel Psychoactive Substances are in part linked to a ban by China in late 2015.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Bringing Your Motivational Interviewing Practices Up to Date
Presented By:
Denise Earnst
Event Date: 02-14-2017
Event Description: Motivational interviewing focuses on the present, and involves working with a client to access motivation to change a particular behavior that is not consistent with a client’s personal value or goal. Motivational interviewing is conducted without judgment, confrontation and is not adversarial. The approach seeks to increase the client’s awareness of the potential problems caused, consequences experienced, and risks faced as a result of the behavior in question. Alternatively, or in addition, therapists may help clients envision a better future, and become increasingly motivated to achieve it. The strategy seeks to help clients think differently about their behavior and ultimately to consider what might be gained through change.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Sharing As Allowed Under HIPAA Requirements
Presented By:
Jacki Monson and Anna Watterson
Event Date: 02-07-2017
Event Description: Health information is private and should be protected. That is why there is a federal law that sets rules for health care providers and health insurance companies about who can look at and receive our health information. This law, called the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), gives you rights over your health information, including the right to get a copy of your information, make sure it is correct, and know who has seen it.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Interagency Community Collaboratives
Presented By:
Mordecai Dixon
Event Date: 01-19-2017
Event Description: Interagency community collaboration practices facilitate involvement of between community organizations and agencies. They should include interagency agreements that articulate roles, responsibilities, communications, and other strategies to foster collaboration and enhance positive outcomes. This collaboration can occur on multiple levels, from frontline collaboration among caseworkers, families, mental health providers, teachers, and others, to collaborative relationships between policy-makers and administrators responsible for addressing organizational mandates, financing, and management.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
Multidimensional Family Therapy
Presented By:
Gayle Dakof
Event Date: 01-10-2017
Event Description: Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT) improves adolescents’ and their families’ lives by intervening in four connected areas: the adolescent, the parents, the family, and the community. Just as problems overlap, MDFT uses changes in each of these areas to stimulate changes in all the others. Sessions can be conducted from one to several times per week over the course of three to six months in the home or counseling office. NREPP, a system of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, gave MDFT an evidence-quality rating of 3.8 out of 4 for recovery from substance use, and 3.6 out of 4 for delinquency. The overall rating for readiness for dissemination (e.g., quality of implementation materials and support) was 3.6. MDFT was also one of just five interventions chosen for NREPP’s Comparative Effectiveness Research Series, as well as the only adolescent intervention chosen. The Comparative Effectiveness Series promotes the adoption of mental health and substance abuse interventions that have been evaluated positively by NREPP.
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This training is supported by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.