Focus on Integrated Treatment (FIT) is an innovative online training program designed to help addiction treatment and mental health professionals develop the skills to work effectively with clients who have co-occurring disorders.

FIT uses real-world videos, simulations, and highly interactive methods to engage clinicians in mastering content about co-occurring disorders and practicing the evidence-based practices needed for effective integrated treatment. Studies show that integrated treatment—the evidence-based practice of addressing a person's co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders at the same time, in the same setting, with the same clinician(s)—is the most effective service strategy available for those with co-occurring disorders.

This webinar provides an overview of FIT and explains its role in providing the tools and training needed to become a Certified Co-occurring Disorders Professional (CCDP) or a Certified Co-occurring Disorders Professional Diplomate (CCDPD) through the International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC). .

Presenters:

Mark P. McGovern, Ph.D.
Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center

Matthew R. Merrens, Ph.D.
Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center

Description:

By age 18, more than 40 percent of adolescents report that they have experienced a traumatic event, such as rape or sexual abuse, the suicide of a loved one, physical abuse, a natural disaster, or have witnessed a violent event.

In this webinar, noted researchers and clinicians M. Kay Jankowski, Ph.D., and Harriet J. Rosenberg, M.A. from the Dartmouth Trauma Interventions Research Center will discuss an innovative approach to treating adolescents dealing with trauma.

After attending this web conference, you will be able to:

• identify the incidence and prevalence of various types of trauma and PTSD in adolescents
• describe the special challenges of identifying and treating trauma in adolescents
• explain techniques for engaging and bringing adolescents to treatment
• describe the role of the counselor as “coach” in helping adolescents master critical skills
• show how the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Restructuring are used in “Coping with Stress”
• cite the evidence on the “Coping with Stress” program and the benefits of this approach to treating trauma in teens
• identify resources that are available to help implement Coping with Stress: A CBT Program for Teens with Trauma.

Description:

In this Webinar, author and noted speaker Dr. Brené Brown talks about her passion for her program, Connections. This 12-session psycho-educational program helps people recognize shame as a universal experience and embrace authentic living as a foundation for shame resilience.

Along with Dr. Brown, two therapists and lead Connections facilitators, Robert Hillliker and Eric Williams, share examples of their extensive work with Connections.

After attending this web conference, you will be able to:

• describe how Connections was created, including the research that went into program development.
• explain the outcomes you’ll achieve by using the program.
• list the Connection topics: defining shame; practicing empathy; exploring triggers and vulnerabilities; practicing critical awareness; reaching out to others; and creating, embracing and inspiring change.
• describe the Connection components: the facilitator manual, detailed lesson plans, interactive client exercises and handouts, engaging reading assignments, the114 minute DVD and the CD-ROM with all client handouts.
• give practical examples of how Connections has been implemented in a variety of settings.
• find resources to help you implement and sustain Connection groups, including materials, training, and funding.

Description:

The Illness Management and Recovery Program (IMR) is a comprehensive, evidence-based program that helps people with serious mental illness identify their personal recovery goals and learn strategies and skills for managing their illness and achieving their goals. IMR has been developed through years of research and the consensus of leading experts in mental health care along with clients and family members. The third edition of IMR, published by Hazelden, represents an extension and major revision of earlier editions of the program, based on current research and feedback from clients and practitioners.

Participants in this web conference will be able to:

• Give an overview of the principles of IMR, including the central role of the stress-vulnerability model of mental illness
• Describe how clients are assisted in setting and attaining personal recovery goals in the Illness Management and Recovery program
• Describe the extensive enhancements to the third edition of IMR, including the handouts, practitioner guidelines and the implementation manual- all of which have made IMR significantly easier to implement for program administrators and practitioners.
• Explore the new module on Healthy Lifestyles, which can improve health outcomes for people with SMI and connects lifestyle to personal goals
• Find resources to help implement IMR, including training, discussion forums, newsletters and IMR updates

Dr. Susan Gingerich
Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center

Dr. Kim Meuser
Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center 

Description:

This presentation will give you the tools and resources to:

• present basic information about PTSD and addiction
• outline the research and development that went into this program
• explain how mindful relaxation, flexible thinking and education can be combined to help patients heal from the impact of trauma in their lives
• resolve common problems that arise in the use of cognitive-behavioral therapy
• describe resources that are helpful in integrating treatment of addiction and PTSD

Two Continuing Education hours are available from NAADAC, and one from APA

Mark McGovern, Ph.D, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and of Community and Family Medicine at Dartmouth Medical School

Marty Harding, Director of Training and Development at Hazelden, moderator

Description:

Tracy Stecker, Ph.D., a psychologist at Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center, shares her research and clinical experience in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to motivate people with substance abuse or mental health disorders to seek treatment.

You will hear about her work with military personnel returning from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, patients in hospital emergency rooms, and clients who are seen in primary care offices. Most importantly, you'll learn how you can apply this evidence-based model of brief intervention to motivate your clients to get help.

Two CEs from NAADAC and 1 CE from APA are awarded for this presentation. An additional charge of $20.00 will apply for these Continuing Education credits.

Tracy Stecker, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at the Psychiatric Research Center in the Department of Community and Family Medicine at Dartmouth Medical School. Dr. Stecker focuses on help-seeking behavior in individuals with mental illness.  

Marty Harding, Director of Training and Development at Hazelden, moderator 

Description:

Dr. Stephanie S. Covington helps you apply her research on women, addiction, and trauma.

While research and clinical experience indicate a high incidence of trauma and co-occurring disorders in the lives of women and girls, clinicians often struggle with the realities of providing effective, integrated treatment. This web conference uses the construct of gender to delineate the principles and process of developing trauma-informed services.

Specific gender-responsive treatment strategies, designed for use in a variety of settings, are also discussed. Cognitive-behavioral techniques, expressive arts, and the principles of relational therapy are integrated in this strength-based approach, which is the foundation for all of Dr. Covington’s evidence-based curricula.

Download these materials (PDFs) for better understanding of Dr. Covington's presentation:

• A PowerPoint document of the webinar
• A handout, Levels of Violence
• A research article, Women and Addiction, a Trauma-Informed Approach, which is the basis for this presentation

CEUs are available for this Web conference. For more information, go to www.hazelden.org/onlinelearning

Stephanie S. Covington, Ph.D., L.C.S.W, is a clinician, organizational consultant, and lecturer. For over twenty-five years her work has focused on the creation of gender-responsive and trauma-informed services.

Marty Harding, Director of Training and Consultation, Hazelden Foundation, moderator