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TABLE OF CONTENTS
July
7/6 Supervising Staff Using a Trauma-Informed Approach. . . . . . . . . . . . . p.5 7/12 An Introduction to the Biology of Addiction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.5 7/15 Working with LGBTQ+ Folks at the Intersection of Identity and Trauma. . p.6 7/21 Sound Healing: A Holistic Approach to Stress Relief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.6 7/22 The Cost of Healing:
“If Healing Was Easy, Why are So Many Living with a Wounded Heart”. . . p.7
Training Series Key Addiction & Recovery
7/28 Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety Disorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.7
Cultural Competence
August
Clinical Skills
8/3 Creating a Culture of Trauma-Informed Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.9 8/4 Confronting Fear & Anger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.9
8/11 An Overview of Trauma in Urban Communities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p.10 8/16 Self-Directed Violence:
Complex Problem, Simple Solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.10
8/19 Military Sexual Trauma:
Eligibility, Effects, and Treatment Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.11
September 9/1
Integrative Health Trauma Treatment Veterans Services
Treating Obsessive Compulsive & Related Disorders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.13
9/9 It’s Not Your Fault:
Overcoming the Shame, Stigma & Guilt of Trauma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.13
9/13 Preventing Teen Suicide & Self Harm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p.14 9/14 Cultivating Resilience for (and as) a Family Caregiver . . . . . . . . . . . . .p.14 9/16 Breath-Body-Mind Basics:
An Introduction to the Healing Power of the Breath. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p.15
9/23 Supporting Grief “Work” in Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p.15 9/29 Cultural Competence Through a DBT Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.16
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COVID-19 Training Alert:
At the Connecticut Women’s Consortium, the safety of our staff, participants, and trainers continues to be our number one priority. Given continued concerns over COVID-19 we are offering a mix of remote and on-site live training sessions. All training formats are noted within the catalog and during registration. A couple of things to note...
1. Per the National Association of Social Workers - CT Chapter and the CT Department of Public Health, all virtual trainings count toward your in-person CEC requirement. 2. The Consortium currently continues to mandate mask wearing in our suite and training space at all times regardless of vaccination status. Please refer to our website for changes and updates to our masking policies. 3. If fewer than 15 people are signed up for an on-site training two weeks ahead of the training date, the training may convert to a virtual format or be cancelled. All participants will be notified of format/location changes within 10 days of the training start date.
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JULY SUPERVISING STAFF USING A TRAUMA-INFORMED APPROACH AN INTRODUCTION TO THE BIOLOGY OF ADDICTION
WORKING WITH LGBTQ+ FOLKS AT THE INTERSECTION OF IDENTITY AND TRAUMA SOUND HEALING: A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO STRESS RELIEF
THE COST OF HEALING: "IF HEALING WAS EASY, WHY ARE SO MANY LIVING WITH A WOUNDED HEART"
COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL THERAPY FOR ANXIETY DISORDERS
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Supervising Staff Using a Trauma-Informed Approach Eileen M. Russo, MA, LADC It is not uncommon in human services for excellent direct care staff to be promoted to a supervisory position. However, without the skills and training needed to be a successful supervisor, many are set up to fail. This introductory course is designed for the new supervisor and those seeking to rise in the ranks. Together we will explore supervisory styles, competencies of trauma-informed supervision, and effective responses to burn-out, moral distress, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
July 6, 2022
9am - 4pm
6 Credits
Trauma Treatment
$90
An Introduction to the Biology of Addiction Lauren Doninger, EdD, LADC, LPC In this course, participants will have the opportunity to review homeostatic systems, basic neurotransmission, and the brain structures that underpin addiction. Dr. Doninger will explain how the brain is hijacked by alcohol and other drugs, describing the particular neurotransmitters involved (eg., glutamate for alcohol, GABA for benzodiazepines, endorphins for opioids, and always dopamine). In this half-day course, participants will learn why addiction is considered a disease of brain structure and function and why, like other behavioral health conditions, it is often a relapsing disease. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
July 12, 2022
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Addiction & Recovery
$60
“There is always light. If only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it.” Amanda Gorman
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Working with LGBTQ+ Folks at the Intersection of Identity and Trauma Shane Pugh, LADC This presentation is designed to increase awareness about LGBTQ+ specific needs in group and individual counseling. The purpose is to provide understanding about identity basics and the impacts of trauma on the population; leading to a general understanding of approaches and skills that can increase connection and effectiveness in working with LGBTQ+ people.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
July 15, 2022
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Cultural Competence
$60
Sound Healing: A Holistic Approach to Stress Relief Kelvin Young, Certified Sound Healer For thousands of years, sound has been utilized in various cultures as a tool for healing. In this highly interactive and experiential workshop, you will learn about the impact of stress and how you can relieve it in a holistic way through sound. Participants will learn accessible self-help tools to assist clients in managing stress. Through the healing vibrations of crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, and chimes, activate the relaxation response, calm the mind, relax the body, and nourish the soul. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
July 21, 2022
9am - 11am
2 Credits
Integrative Health
$50
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The Cost of Healing: “If Healing Was Easy, Why are So Many Living with a Wounded Heart” Angela Alston, LADC, LMSW, SAP, AADC, ICAADC Join Angela for a frank discussion about why a person may not heal from past pain, disappointments and trauma. The purpose of this workshop is to help participants become aware that healing is a difficult process; we must use an empathetic lens as we assist those who may be ambivalent about change. Participants will gain insight into why someone may forgo healing when they become aware of the emotional, mental, and social consequences of it. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
July 22, 2022
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Clinical Skills
$60
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety Disorders David Tolin, PhD, ABPP Anxiety disorders are the most common and costly psychiatric disorders, yet most individuals with these disorders do not receive evidence-based treatment. The psychosocial treatment with the strongest evidence base for the anxiety disorders is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). In this workshop, we will review anxiety disorders, their prevalence, and their impact on society. We will discuss transdiagnostic principles of treatment, including exposure, relaxation training, cognitive restructuring, and acceptance. Video examples will illustrate these principles of treatment for a range of conditions including panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
July 28, 2022
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Clinical Skills
$60
“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.” George Eliot www.womensconsortium.org
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AUGUST CREATING A CULTURE OF TRAUMAINFORMED CARE CONFRONTING FEAR & ANGER
AN OVERVIEW OF TRAUMA IN URBAN COMMUNITIES
September
SELF-DIRECTED VIOLENCE: COMPLEX PROBLEM, SIMPLE SOLUTION
MILITARY SEXUAL TRAUMA: ELIGIBILITY, EFFECTS, AND TREATMENT CONSIDERATIONS
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Creating a Culture of Trauma-Informed Care Colette Anderson, LCSW A trauma-informed, gender-responsive culture responds to the effects of traumatic stress, reflects the different treatment needs of men and women, addresses staff needs, and builds a healthy physical environment. From managers to receptionists, the principles of traumainformed, gender-responsive care are applicable to everyone in the workplace. This training goes beyond an overview of trauma and encourages broader change by sharing practical, low-cost ideas from agencies who have transformed their culture. All knowledge levels are welcome as the instructor will describe important concepts such as grounding techniques, trauma-specific models, trauma-informed care, the 5 key elements of a trauma-informed system, and gender-responsiveness. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
August 3, 2022
9am - 4pm
6 Credits
Trauma Treatment
$90
Confronting Fear & Anger Jelan Agnew, LCSW Help your clients learn to step away from trauma responses and move towards acceptance and self-compassion. Move from fight, flight, and freeze to acknowledge (observe and describe) and mindfulness. In this workshop, participants will learn how to discuss the function of anger and fear and use the associated emotional momentum to be effective. The trainer will use a trauma-informed and culturally competent lens, with a focus on mindfulness and meditation, to help clinicians and their clients confront fear and anger.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
August 4, 2022
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Clinical Skills
$60
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An Overview of Trauma in Urban Communities Daryl M. McGraw, MA, CAC, CCJP Often exacerbated by a lack of social support, financial struggles, unsafe living conditions, violent communities, and more, urban trauma is systematic trauma which creates an environment of chronic stress for both children and adults. Individuals that are impacted by urban trauma may not even know it; regardless, identifying instances early is pivotal to preventing long-term effects on the brain. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
August 11, 2022
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Cultural Competence
$60
Self-Directed Violence: Complex Problem, Simple Solution Ruta P. Mazelis This half-day training will explore the meaning and purpose of self-injury, a commonly misunderstood aspect of many people’s lives. Etiology, diagnostic implications, and treatment strategies will be explored, as well as the special circumstances that arise from working with those who self-injure.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
August 16, 2022
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Clinical Skills
$60
“You don’t always need a plan. Sometimes you just need to breathe, trust, let go and see what happens.” Mandy Hale The Connecticut Women’s Consortium
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Military Sexual Trauma: Eligibility, Effects, and Treatment Considerations Jason DeViva, PhD In this half-day workshop, learn about military sexual trauma (MST): the legal definition, its possible impact on functioning, and commonly associated diagnoses. Participants are invited to engage in discussion on treatment and programs for MST, including VA services, strategies discussing a veteran’s sexual trauma status and history, and methods for working effectively with individuals. Finally, learn about the effects of military sexual trauma and how it may manifest to health care providers.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
August 19, 2022
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Veterans Services
$60
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October
SEPTEMBER TREATING OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE & RELATED DISORDERS IT'S NOT YOUR FAULT: OVERCOMING THE SHAME, STIGMA & GUILT OF TRAUMA
PREVENTING TEEN SUICIDE & SELF HARM BREATH-BODY-MIND BASICS: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE HEALING POWER OF THE BREATH SUPPORTING GRIEF "WORK" IN RECOVERY CULTURAL COMPETENCE THROUGH A DBT LENS
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Treating Obsessive Compulsive & Related Disorders David Tolin, PhD, ABPP In this workshop, we will review the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5®) description of Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders (OCRDs), including obsessive-compulsive disorder, hoarding disorder, body dysmorphic disorder, trichotillomania, and excoriation (skin-picking) disorder. Learn about the similarities and differences among these disorders, as well as essential cognitive-behavioral treatment strategies to reduce obsessionality and impulsivity.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
September 1, 2022
9am - 4pm
6 Credits
Clinical Skills
$100
It’s Not Your Fault: Overcoming the Shame, Stigma & Guilt of Trauma Angela Alston, LADC, LMSW, SAP, AADC, ICAADC While everyone’s lived experiences vary, many people can relate to living with a secret or dealing with some form of dysfunction. For some, dysfunction can become “normal”, leading to various forms of self-limiting behaviors. Growing up in a dysfunctional environment can contribute to substance abuse, self-hate, dysfunctional relationships, low self-esteem, and additional trauma. Whether it be molestation, rape, domestic violence, or identity issues, the shame and fear of public condemnation keeps many in a cycle of emotional incarceration. Learn about shame, stigma, guilt, and gain skills crucial for working with clients struggling with these feelings after traumatization.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
September 9, 2022
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Trauma Treatment
$60
“Today’s accomplishments were yesterday’s impossibilities.” Robert H. Schuller www.womensconsortium.org
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Preventing Teen Suicide & Self Harm Mara Gottlieb, PhD This interactive workshop tackles a concern of many caregivers and service providers: adolescent suicide. The combination of developmental stage, hormonal changes, and selfesteem make teenagers at greater risk for suicide. Thankfully, there are concrete ways to provide support to teens who may be at risk. By the close of the workshop, you will have a deeper understanding of adolescent emotional development, potential warning signs of suicide risk, and concrete, practical interventions to provide the best chances for the adolescent’s survival through such a critical and challenging time. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
September 13, 2022
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Clinical Skills
$60
Cultivating Resilience for (and as) a Family Caregiver Donna Fedus, MA The worldwide coronavirus pandemic tested both individual and community resilience in extreme ways. However, on a regular basis, family caregivers face situations that require resilience. This workshop will examine ways eldercare professionals can strengthen resilience in family caregivers in times of significant change, while at the same time cultivating resilience in themselves.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
September 14, 2022
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Integrative Health
$60
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Breath-Body-Mind Basics: An Introduction to the Healing Power of the Breath Linda Lentini Tracey Meyers, PsyD This workshop is designed to introduce participants to the healing power of the breath and tools from the evidenced-based powerful program: Breath-Body-Mind™. These practices are easy to learn and can be utilized as part of a personal daily practice as well as a part of one’s clinical toolbox. During this introductory workshop, we will review the research behind these practices along with applications for different settings and populations. Participants will be invited to attend a free virtual practice session with the two facilitators following this training. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
September 16, 2022
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Integrative Health
$60
Supporting Grief “Work” in Recovery Donald Scherling, PsyD, LADC, CCS Loss, bereavement, and grief are an integral and unavoidable experience in human life. Substance use, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and physical and mental illnesses greatly increase the risk of unexpected, tragic, and traumatic losses; motivate behaviors to numb pain and distress; and multiply challenges to engaging in the important “work” of grieving. Loss, bereavement, and grieving are further complicated by stigma, guilt, and shame in the context of substance use and associated accidental overdose deaths and suicide. This course will review theories of bereavement and grief and provide practice tools for supporting recovery in people whose grieving is often complicated and compromised in both active addiction and recovery.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
September 23, 2022
9am - 4pm
6 Credits
Clinical Skills
$90
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Cultural Competence Through a DBT Lens Jelan Agnew, LCSW This training will use elements of Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to bring awareness to interpretations and cognitive distortions that may impact one’s ability to use a culturally competent lens. Participants will have the opportunity to, through radical acceptance, acknowledge current thought patterns that continue to be present and influence emotions and behaviors. Participants will also discuss effective ways to engage in conversations about race, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, and sexual orientation using interpersonal effectiveness skills. In addition, this training will review how mindfulness skills can increase the awareness of uncomfortable emotions that may be present, while maintaining effective cultural competence.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
September 29, 2022
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Cultural Competence
$60
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Expert Trainers Jelan Agnew, LCSW, has been working in the field of social work for over 13 years and received her MSW from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work. Working primarily with Hartford youth, her experience includes MDFT In-home therapy, work in residential and group homes, work in an alternative high school, a 28-day rehab program and almost 5 years at the Institute of Living at Hartford hospital. During her time at the Institute of Living (IOL), Jelan worked in the Extended Day Treatment Program providing group, family and individual therapy to Hartford youth of color. In addition, at the IOL, she worked in the Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Intensive Outpatient Program, providing DBT groups, family and individual therapy to adults with Borderline Personality Disorder. In the last two years, she started a private practice, Nalej of Self. Nalej of Self provides individual, family, group and couples therapy, as well as Mindfulness/Meditation Workshops. Jelan is an adjunct professor at Eastern Connecticut State University, teaching Intro to Social Work and certified Reiki Practitioner, and enjoys exploring non-traditional means of healing. Jelan enjoys working with children, adolescents and adults. She loves the reciprocal energy of working with such amazing folks. “It doesn’t feel like work”, she is often known to say after a day working with her clients. Angela Alston, LADC, LMSW, SAP, AADC, ICAADC, has worked in the human services field for over 25 years with a variety of clientele in diverse environments. She was an ordained Pastor and pastored for 3 years at Bread of Life Deliverance Ministry, worked as a Counselor at the Hartford Dispensary Methadone Clinic, a Juvenile Detention Officer for the State of Connecticut, and Is currently employed by the Department of Correction in an all-male prison facility. In May of 2015 she graduated from the UConn School of Social Work with a Master’s degree. She is the Founder of Break-In-Free Ministries as well as the owner and therapist of A Journey to Wholeness, LLC. In September 2018, she published her autobiography entitled Normal Dysfunction. Colette Anderson, LCSW, is the Executive Director of the Connecticut Womens Consortium. Prior to joining the Consortium in 2012, she spent over thirty years of her career at the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) where she last served as the Chief Executive Officer of Western CT Mental Health Network. Colette received her MSW from the University of Connecticut and in addition to her LCSW, maintains her ACSW. Colette is a member of the Cheshire Lions Club, where she participates in various service activities. She loves to garden and spend time with her family.
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Jason DeViva, PhD, is a clinical psychologist who currently works with the VA Connecticut Health Care System as part of the post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety disorders treatment program. He is the military sexual trauma coordinator for VA Connecticut, and an assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry of the Yale School of Medicine. He has worked in the VA system for the past 13 years, treating veterans of all eras with posttraumatic stress disorder and anxiety disorders. He has published numerous academic papers on trauma and related topics in professional journals, and regularly presents at national and international conferences. He is co-author of a book for family and loved ones of individuals with posttraumatic stress. Lauren Doninger, LADC, LPC, EdD, has been in the field of mental health and addiction services since 1983. She earned her BS in Psychology from Nasson College, her MA in Community Psychology from Central Connecticut State University, and her EdD in Higher Education Leadership from Johnson & Wales University. Dr. Doninger is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has worked in a variety of clinical settings including residential, detox, outpatient, intensive outpatient, and with many different client populations. Currently, Dr. Doninger is a Professor of Psychology and Drug and Alcohol Recovery Counseling at Gateway Community College in New Haven.
Donna Fedus, MA, is Gerontologist & Founder of Borrow My Glasses, LLC, an education firm co-founded with producer Lauren Lewis to bring new perspectives to aging and caregiving through customized workshops, programs, videos and events. As a gerontologist educator for nearly 30 years, Donna brings her passion for dementia and caregiving issues, curriculum design and teaching, coalition building, and new program strategy. She is an adjunct professor at 2 Connecticut colleges, offers a wide array of continuing education workshops, and is a frequent presenter at local, state, and national conferences.
Dr. Mara Gottlieb is the President of Talking Changes, an anti-oppression and bias-awareness consulting firm. For over twenty years, she has run workshops across the country, including serving as a keynote speaker and presenting at NASW conferences. Her programs address subjects ranging from cultural humility to anti-racism advocacy, LGBTQ awareness, teen suicide prevention, and vicarious trauma. Dr. Gottlieb has served as an adjunct professor at the NYU Silver School of Social Work, Smith College School for Social Work, and Southern Connecticut State University. She holds a BA from Brown University, and earned her MSW and Ph.D. in Social Work from NYU.
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Linda Lentini is currently the Director of Healing From Within at Toivo by Advocacy Unlimited in Connecticut. Ms. Lentini started advocating for change in the mental health and addiction field after her own experiences being incarcerated, hospitalized, and homeless. Her training in Breath-Body-Mind, Aromatherapy, Stephanie Covington Women and Trauma, and a certified Louise Hay trainer allows her to continue advocacy by sharing healing practices with others she meets in her life’s journey. One of her goals in life is to continue sharing Louise Hay’s belief about how learning to love ourselves can heal our mind-body and spirit. As she shares her personal healing journey with others she encourages individual roads to recovery and building resiliency through adversity. She continues to grow in her personal healing as she works on building human connection, strengthening individual hope, and sharing love, kindness and support.
Ruta Mazelis was the editor of The Cutting Edge: A Newsletter for People Living with Self-Inflicted Violence, an internationally distributed quarterly on the topic of self-injury, founded in 1990. Ms. Mazelis has provided presentations and publications on this topic, as well as others, such as trauma and trauma-informed systems of care, to a variety of audiences. A survivor of trauma herself, she has experience in providing services in mental health and substance abuse programs as well as in service and policy development, and research. She is on the staff of the Sidran Institute, serves on the board of the National Trauma Consortium, was a program manager for the National Center for Trauma-Informed Care, and serves as a consultant to various projects at local and federal levels.
Daryl McGraw, MA, CAC, CCJP, is the CEO of Formerly Inc., Connecticut’s first criminal justice consultant agency that is uniquely staffed by formerly incarcerated individuals who seek to assist and support those impacted by the criminal justice system. With over ten years of personal and professional experience with urban trauma, addiction recovery and community reintegration; Mr. McGraw is highly regarded as an expert in the field. He is a dynamic speaker delivering speeches, webinars, and trainings that support the recovery and reintegration process. Mr. McGraw holds state certifications as an Addictions Counselor, Recovery Support Specialist, and a Criminal Justice Professional. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services and a Master’s Degree in Organizational Management and Leadership, both from Springfield College. Prior to entering the human service field, Mr. McGraw held several leadership positions in the hospitality field working for Fortune 500 companies. His transformative work on behalf of battling addiction and overcoming obstacles facing formerly incarcerated persons upon their release is truly inspiring.
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Tracey Meyers, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in neuropsychological assessment, psychotherapy including traumainformed therapies, and positive behavioral planning. In addition, Tracey has extensive training in integrative medicine modalities to support optimal mental health. She is an advanced yoga instructor and C-IAYT yoga therapist. She is certified to teach MBSR, iRest, and BreathBody-Mind. She lectures across the country and internationally on different integrative medicine topics for healing. She authored several publications and book chapters around holistic behavioral treatment for mental health conditions. She recently released a new book for mental health professionals and yoga therapists Transformational Healing through Yin Yoga. Tracey is an assistant clinical professor at Yale University Department of Psychiatry, and adjunct faculty member at University of Hartford Graduate School of Professional Psychology in Hartford, CT and Maryland University of Integrative Health. Shane Pugh, LADC, is an alcohol and drug counselor who works at Elite Recovery outpatient treatment center, a co-occurring treatment center in Minnesota that focuses on working with men. Shane has extensive experience in facilitating Helping Men Recover groups (providing co-occurring disorder, gender-responsive, and traumainformed services for men). Previously, Shane worked with diverse client populations with co-occurring severe and persistent mental illness and substance use disorders. In 2018, Shane accepted an invitation to join the Board of Community Advisors for the Minneapolis Community and Technical College’s Collegiate Recovery Program. Shane currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors for JustUs Health, a nonprofit organization that works to achieve health equity for diverse gender, sexual, and cultural communities in Minnesota. Shane holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the College of Individualized Studies at Metropolitan State University in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis on trauma and diverse/underserved populations. Eileen M. Russo, MA, LADC, is a licensed addiction counselor, a certified clinical supervisor, and a certified co-occurring disorders professional who has worked in the addiction and mental health field for the past 34 years. Ms. Russo is a Professor and Program Coordinator for the Drug and Alcohol Recovery Counselor program with Gateway Community College. In addition to teaching and training, she specializes in treating co-occurring PTSD in mental health and substance abuse populations and has assisted agencies with developing trauma-informed mental health/substance abuse treatment programs for men, women, and children across Connecticut. Ms. Russo has co-authored articles on the integration of trauma-specific services into substance abuse treatment and is a co-author of the curriculum Healing Trauma: A Brief Intervention for Women, Second Edition, by Stephanie Covington. She was the principal consultant (2007-2016) for the implementation of Healing Trauma, Beyond Violence, and Helping Women Recover in York Correctional Institute.
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Don Scherling, PsyD, is a Senior Clinical Consultant, Health Educator, Behavioral Health Wellness Coach, assistant in the Care for Caregivers Yoga program, and a Clinical Faculty member in the Berkshire Medical Center - Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences in Pittsfield, MA. He is a QPR and SPRC certified trainer and a Senior Clinical Consultant and Trainer with SAMHSA/CSAT, the CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, and other regional and statewide agencies in the Northeast.
David Tolin, PhD, ABPP, is the Founder and Director of the Anxiety Disorders Center at the Institute of Living, and an Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry at Yale University School of Medicine. He is the President of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies, the Past-President of the Clinical Psychology Division of the American Psychological Association, and a principal investigator for the National Institutes of Health. He received the Award for Lifetime Contribution to Psychology from the Connecticut Psychological Association. Dr. Tolin is the author of over 200 scientific journal articles, as well as the books Doing CBT: A Comprehensive Guide to Working with Behaviors, Thoughts, and Emotions and Buried in Treasures: Help for Compulsive Acquiring, Saving, and Hoarding. Dr. Tolin has been featured on the reality TV series Hoarders and The OCD Project and has been a recurrent guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show and The Dr. Oz Show. Kelvin Young is a Holistic Stress Management Instructor, Sound Healer, Certified Addiction Recovery Coach and Recovery Support Specialist. Mr. Young was featured in a powerful documentary called Meditation: The Journey Within and serves on the CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services Multicultural Advisory Council. In 2014 Kelvin was presented and awarded the “Professional of the Year Award” from the Bridgeport Reentry Collaborative and also received special recognition from U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) for being a positive role model and directly contributing to the success of reentry efforts. Additionally, he was named the Vice President of the Holistic Chamber of Commerce in Hartford, CT. Today, Kelvin sustains a healthy lifestyle by eating a vegan-based diet, practicing meditation on a regular basis, spending quality time in nature, and building healthy relationships with others.
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Registration Policies
Always check www.womensconsortium.org for the most up to date information. Some special events may have different registration policies or credits. By registering you agree to our registration and privacy policies.
If you are registering with a purchase order Fax your 1) registration form and 2) a copy of the approved purchase order from your organization to (203) 909-6894. A copy of the purchase order must be sent as proof of future payment. Without this document, you will not ensure your space in the event. Credits will only be issued when a purchase order has been paid in full. To register by mail Complete the form on page 24 and mail with a check or money order. There is a $25 bank & handling fee for all returned checks. Failure to pay this fee will prevent you from registering for future courses. Checks and purchase orders are payable to The Connecticut Women’s Consortium and can be sent to ATTN: Education & Training, 2321 Whitney Avenue, Suite 401, Hamden, CT 06518 Waitlist and sold out courses For workshops that are sold out, call to determine if a waitlist is available. How do I get my certificate or credits? Within 3 business days after the training (this may be longer for offsite events and conferences), you will receive an email with instructions to access the online survey and certificate. If you have trouble accessing these items, please email training@womensconsortium.org or call us at (203)909-6888 x2. What are your attendance policies? By accreditation standards, continuing education credits (CECs) are only given to those individuals who have completed the entire training; partial credit cannot be given. If you arrive more than 30 minutes after the start of the event or leave early for any reason you will not receive CECs. For on-site events, you must sign-in/out on the designated attendance sheets provided by staff. If you are not sure where the attendance sheets are, please ask a staff member for assistance. For virtual events, you must log into Zoom with your first and last name, matching your Consortium account. Zoom automatically tracks your attendance, including any Breakout sessions. Please note that participation in breakout sessions is an important part of the training experience and counts towards your total attendance for all virtual trainings. If you miss more than one breakout session, Consortium staff members will provide you with a written and verbal warning. If you do not join the breakout session or contact Consortium staff as directed in the written and verbal outreach, you will be removed from the training. Please note that our attendance policies are based on state statute and requirements from our accrediting body.
EMERGENCIES & CANCELLATIONS If you cannot attend a workshop As of January 1st, 2020, The Connecticut Women’s Consortium will no longer offer credit on account for training cancellations. You must cancel your registration a minimum of 2 business days before the training start date in order to receive a refund minus a 25% administration fee. Alternatively, you may transfer into another course of your choosing until 9am on the training day. What happens during inclement weather or if a workshop is canceled In the event of inclement weather, call (203) 909-6888 x1 the morning of your workshop. This is a recorded voice message that is updated with a weather delay or cancellation. We also post a message at www.womensconsortium.org. The CWC reserves the right to cancel a program at any time. This may include weather, venue/staff emergencies or low attendance. In the event of a cancellation, we will contact you by email with a rescheduled date, or offer a credit or refund.
AVAILABLE CERTIFICATES & CREDITS Certificates of Attendance are available to all attendees who have signed in/out. Social Workers, Therapists, Counselors, and Psychologists National Association of Social Workers Connecticut Chapter (CECs) are accepted in the states of MA, RI, VT, and NJ. Check with your state board to see if they offer reciprocity. These credits are applicable to Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC), and Licensed Clinical Psychologists. Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors Connecticut Certification Board CECs are applicable to Licensed Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors (LADC) & Certified Addiction Counselors (CAC).The Association of Addiction Professionals (NAADAC) & National International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) are covered under CCB-CT Credits.
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Accommodation and Access
Food & Dietary Restrictions Please identify any dietary restrictions when prompted during the registration process. We can easily accommodate for vegan, nut, gluten and dairy free diets. If you have additional concerns about serious allergies, contact us in advance to ensure we can make accommodations. Accessibility Please identify any accessibility requests when prompted during the registration process. The CWC office is wheelchair accessible; off-site event accessibility is coordinated with the venue, please call with any questions or concerns. Be sure to confirm all accessibility requests a minimum of 1 month in advance so we can ensure access. Nursing Mothers, Children (18 & Under) For nursing accommodations, please ask staff for use of the wellness room or call ahead to learn more. Our educational events may contain sensitive topics including abuse, mental health, and addiction. It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to review the topics suitability. If we are concerned we may restrict access to individuals under 18 or recommend another event. Photos, recording & social media If you post on social media regarding an event, tag The Connecticut Women’s Consortium. We recommend that you follow a trauma-informed safety policy by asking individuals and groups before taking and sharing photos and posts. We reserve the right to photograph, record, or film classes, events and other programming. If you do not want to be included, notify a CWC staff member. Learn more through the privacy policy on our website.
Directions
From the South, Bridgeport Area
Take 15 North Take Exit 61 Turn right off ramp, onto Whitney Avenue Half a block is a sign for Hamden Centre Turn right into driveway before this sign
From the east, New London area Take 95 South to 91 North From 91, Take Exit 10 You are now on a connector Take Exit 1 off of the ramp, Turn left onto Devine St Turn left onto Hartford Turnpike Then turn right onto Dixwell Avenue Turn left At the 3rd stoplight into the driveway (before KinderCare)
From the North, Hartford area
Take 91 South to Exit 17 On exit ramp, stay left for 15 South From 15, take Exit 62 At end of ramp, turn right on to Whitney Ave Half a block is a sign for Hamden Centre Turn right into driveway before this sign
Nearby Transportation & Hotel Information
Clarion Hotel & Suites, 2660 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT Tweed or Bradley Airports or NYC Airports (JFK, LaGuardia) Union Station - Metro North, Amtrack & Greyhound Bus CT Transit - we are located on the bus line: (J Bus - Whitney Avenue, Centerville Whitney & Dixwell stops) Metro Taxi - (203) 777-7777 or Uber/Lyft
Parking
All visitors must park in the FREE parking garage to the right of our building. With the exception of handicap spaces, parking in front of the building is for retail businesses.
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Registration Form
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
(Applications must legible and complete to be processed.) *First Name
*Last Name
Middle Initial No Agency/Private Practice/Retired
*Agency Name *Agency Address Street: Street (2): City:
State:
Zip Code:
*Phone number (please check your preferred phone number) Work:
Cell Phone:
Home Phone
*E-mail address (e-mail address is required to process all registrations, please check your preferred e-mail address) Business:
Personal:
Please check the dietary restrictions that apply (these pertain to full-day trainings only) none
Please check any special accomodation requests none
vegan/vegetarian other allergy
dairy free
hard of hearing, interpreter required
gluten free BILLING INFORMATION Street: Street (2): City:
other
visual aid required
same as above
State:
Zip Code:
CERTIFICATE INFORMATION All of our trainings include a CEC certificate for those who attend in full. CECs are approved by NASW/CT (National Association of Social Workers) and CCB (CT Certification Board). TRAINING Training Title:
Date(s):
Course fee:
Registration will not be processed without payment or purchase order
If you’re registering with an agency purchase order or check request form, please send this form along with a copy of the purchase order to: CT Women’s Consortium to reserve your spot. Fax: (203) 909-6894 If you are paying by check: Please mail this form along with your check to: CT Women’s Consortium Training Department 2321 Whitney Ave, Suite 401 Hamden,CT 06518 By submitting this form you agree to our cancellation policy available at www.womensconsortium.org
For consortium use only Invoice #:
Check number:
Agency
Personal
Registration Confirmed:
Date payment recieved:
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We Can Bring the Trainings to You!
PRIVATE TRAINING
For more information contact: Shannon Perkins, Director of Education and Training,
At The Connecticut Women’s Consortium, we strive to provide quality continuing education for behavioral health professionals. We understand that it can be difficult to give multiple staff members time off to attend a training off-site; thus, we offer a variety of private training options and topics that we can bring directly to your organization. We can offer virtually any training you see in our training catalog on a private basis. If you don’t see what you are looking for there, feel free to reach out and we can create a custom training to fit your needs.
sperkins@womensconsortium.org or (203) 909-6888 x17
ONLINE COURSES EARN CREDITS AT YOUR LEISURE! Continuing education credits become available for online courses once you have completed both the online quiz and evaluation. Visit www.womensconsortium.org for more information on online course credits and policies.
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Education & Training in Behavioral Health What We Do The mission of the Connecticut Women’s Consortium is to ensure that the behavioral health system responds to the needs of women and the people and organizations that affect them. Annually, the Consortium trains 9,000 behavioral health professionals. Our projects, initiatives, and trainings p r o m o t e t r a u m a - i n f o r m e d a n d g e n d e r - re s p o n s i v e c a r e . Suggest a Topic or Trainer Your feedback is important to us! As the behavioral health field is constantly changing, we strive to respond to your specific needs. We are always seeking experts and new training topics. We plan our calendar at least 6 months ahead. If you have a suggestion for a trainer or topic contact our Director of Education & Training, Shannon Perkins at sperkins@womensconsortium.org The Connecticut Women’s Consortium 2321 Whitney Avenue, Suite 401, Hamden, CT 06518 Phone (203) 909-6888 | Fax (203) 909-6894 Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm EST training@womensconsortium.org (203) 909 - 6888 x2
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