The Connecticut Women's Consortium Training Catalog July - December 2021

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Workshops for Behavioral Health

Training Catalog July - December 2021

NASW/CT CEC approval valid in CT, MA, NJ, RI, & VT.

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July JULY An Overview of Trauma in Urban Communities July 1, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits |Cultural Competence | $60 Daryl M. McGraw 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 but identifying instances earlier is pivotal to prevent long-term effects on the brain.

Supervising Staff Using a Trauma-Informed Approach July 13, 2021 | 9am-4pm | 6 credits | Trauma Treatment| $90 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.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for PTSD July 15, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits | Veteran Services | $60 David F. Tolin, PhD, ABPP Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is common in both military and civilian populations. Patients with chronic PTSD are often difficult to treat, and the degree of functional impairment from PTSD can be extremely high. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is among the most well-validated, evidence-based treatments for PTSD. In this half-day workshop, we will review the principles of CBT for PTSD, including various forms of therapeutic exposure, cognitive restructuring, and stress inoculation training. Dr. Tolin will use a mix of didactic presentation and case examples to illustrate how these treatments are implemented.

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An Introduction to the Biology of Addiction July 20, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits | Addiction & Recovery | $60 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.

Additionally, Lauren Doninger, LADC, LPC 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.

Sound Healing: A Holistic Approach to Stress Relief July 22, 2021 | 9am-11am | 2 credits | Healing Arts | $50 Kelvin Young, Certified Sound Healer Sound has been used as a tool for healing across cultures for thousands of years. In this highly interactive and experiential workshop, you will learn about stress, how it effects your health, and a holistic way to relieve stress with sound healing. Come and experience the healing vibrations of crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, and chimes. These stress-reducing techniques will activate the relaxation response, calm the mind, relax the body, and nourish the soul. In this training, you will learn self-help and gain accessible tools to assist others to manage stress.

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August Spirituality, Addiction and Recovery: Leaving Religion at the Door August 3, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits | Addiction & Recovery | $60 Richard Eisenberg, Rabbi, MA, CAC Research has demonstrated the positive effects of spirituality-related practices on addiction treatment and recovery. In this training, we will explore suggestions about the meaning of spirituality and how it can both differ from and overlap with religion.

Trainer Richard Eisenberg, Rabbi, MA, CAC will explain the ways addiction can impair human relationships and how a spiritual orientation in recovery breaks down human barriers. In addition, the impact of trauma history upon addiction and spirituality will be discussed.

Creating a Culture of Trauma-Informed Care August 17, 2021 | 9am-4pm | 6 credits | Trauma Treatment | $90 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’s needs, and builds a healthy physical environment. From managers to receptionists, the principles of trauma-informed, gender-responsive care are applicable to everyone in the workplace. In this training, Colette Anderson 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, and 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.

Military Sexual Trauma: Eligibility, Effects, and Treatment Considerations August 20, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits | Veteran Services | $60 Jason Deviva, PhD Learn about military sexual trauma (MST) in this half day training as we discuss the legal definition of MST, its possible impact on functioning, and common diagnoses associated with MST. 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.

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Confronting Fear & Anger August 27, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits | Clinical Skills | $60 Jelan Agnew, LCSW Step away from trauma responses and move towards responses based on acceptance and self-compassion. Move from fight, flight, and freeze to acknowledge (observe and describe) and manage with mindfulness. Here, participants will learn how to discuss the function of anger and fear and use the emotional momentum to be effective. Don’t miss out on this workshop where Jelan Agnew 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.

September Bipolar Disorder: Start with Engagement & Goals & Work From There September 9, 2021 | 9am-4pm |6 credits | Clinical Skills | $100 Charles Atkins, MD In this training, participants will learn the basics of diagnosis and treatment, the details of co-occurring substance use disorders, and how to structure treatment for a person with multiple co-morbidities from Dr. Charles Atkins. This full day training relies on established paradigms and diagnostic criteria all while incorporating emerging approaches to working with complex individuals. As the rate of suicide in bipolar disorder is high, Dr. Atkins explains a module on suicide assessment and how to apply to instances of bipolar disorder. Specific focus will be paid to complex diagnostic dilemmas, age, and gender-specific topics. The lifetime prevalence of substance use disorders (SUDs) is between 50-70% in bipolar disorder; thusly, this workshop focuses on how to approach and effectively implement dual-diagnosis treatment.

It’s Not Your Fault: Overcoming the Shame, Stigma & Guilt of Trauma September 10, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits | Trauma Treatment | $60 Angela Alston, LADC, LMSW, SAP, AADC, ICAADC While everyone’s lived experiences vary, many people can relate to the thought of living a life 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.

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Self-Directed Violence: Complex Problem, Simple Solution September 14, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits | Clinical Skills | $60 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.

Supporting Grief “Work” in Recovery September 17, 2021 | 9am-4pm |6 credits | Clinical Skills | $90 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.

Fun, Healthy, and Sober: Using Self-expression & Holistic Practices to Enhance Treatment Culture September 20, 2021 | 9am-12pm |3 credits | Healing Arts | $60 Dylan Lundgren, Addiction Recovery Advocate It’s no secret that addiction wreaks havoc on the mind, body, and soul. The process of recovery is gradual but there are valuable actions we can take that improve the healing process and streamline results, positively impacting the state of mind of the individual.

As people, we are influenced by our surroundings and vice-versa. When a treatment culture is negative or unhealthy, it can drastically affect outcomes. In the Culture Code, by Daniel Coyle, Coyle cites a study showing that a negative person can influence a group’s performance by 30-40%. Instead of being at the mercy of unhealthy influences, participants will learn how to create a fun, healthy and sober culture by positively impacting the biochemistry of clients through self-expression and holistic practices.

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On Becoming and Being a Cross-Racial Ally September 22, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits | Cultural Competence | $60 Ken Hardy, PhD In times of great racial turbulence, committed and conscientious individuals outside of the targeted racial group aspire to be allies in the struggle for racial and social justice. Being an effective cross-racial ally requires more than having good intentions or possessing a desire to make a difference. At its core, allyship is less concerned about what one says or aspires to be, and more about the actions that one ultimately takes. Being an effective cross-racial ally requires knowing oneself as a racial being while developing the skillset necessary to have intense, complicated, and nuanced conversations about race and racism. This workshop will conduct a comprehensive exploration of the salient issues and pitfalls that often impede the ability of the well-intentioned aspiring ally from being an effective cross-racial ally. Special attention will be devoted to identifying the steps and strategies for becoming and being an effective cross-racial ally.

Ethics in Relation to Others: A Relational View of Ethical Behavior

September 24, 2021 | 9am-11am | 2 credits | Professional Development| $50

Diane Michaelsen, LCSW, LADC

In this two-hour workshop, you will explore the meaning of citizenship and learn to tie it to ethical behavior. Participants will be immersed in case studies to illustrate real world concepts and applications.

Engaging Youth in Foster Care September 29, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits | Children & Families | $60 Welcome2Reality Children who enter the child welfare system face many obstacles and challenges.

When they are separated from their family and enter foster care, their willingness to trust and make positive connections is essential. This training will discuss how to improve engagement with youth of all ages, race, sexual orientation, and gender in the foster care system. We will explore the factors against them and examine how many youths in foster care have been able to overcome these barriers. These are the most disadvantaged children in the nation, and therefore have the greatest claim to support. We will provide strength based-solution focused strategies intended for immediate application.

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October The Weight of (My) Race: Black Women and Eating Disorders October 1, 2021 | 9am-11am | 2 credits |Cultural Competence | $50 Paula Edwards-Gayfield, MA, LPCS, LPC, NCC, CEDS Across the country, awareness that eating disorders (ED) do not discriminate based on race, age group, socioeconomic status, size, and gender continues to increase.

However, many, particularly people of color, still go undiagnosed and untreated.

Is this a result of the lack of disclosure among people of color or the failure of providers to recognize and diagnose eating disorders in these individuals?

Discrimination, racism, colorism and microaggressions are toxic stressors that women of color experience. Black women experience repeated exposure to messages and life stressors, often resulting from societal, cultural, economic, or familial occurrences. Many of these messages convey African Americans must work twice as hard to receive half as much – the weight of this message is heaviest for Black women. In this training, we will discuss unique factors associated with this diverse group and address the stigma associated with EDs. We will also explore evidence-based interventions that will assist providers in creating the therapeutic “space” for people of color to share what they are experiencing.

Women’s Leadership Experience™ October 5, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 18 credits | Clinical Skills | $1,995 Transformative Leadership Strategies Alicia Davis, PCC, LMT Stacie J. Watson, CPC, MBA, LMFT The Women’s Leadership Experience™ (WLE) is a dynamic professional development program designed for women in the workplace who want to be confident, have balance, and lead authentically while striving to realize their fullest potential. Consisting of 6, 3-hour sessions over a period of 6 months WLE is designed for women who are leaders within their organization and are interested in developing their leadership skills for their current and future roles.

The program will support women in learning to recognize and address fear, selfdoubt, and imposter syndrome. Focus will be placed on developing executive presence and confidence. Instructors of the program will use a coaching approach with participants to create a safe environment where feedback can be shared and received. Participants will develop strong interpersonal connections among group members, providing a key external support system. Ultimately, participants will be able to apply new skills, strategies, and techniques in their work within their organizations as well as with their clients. Interested in learning more? Attend the WLE info session on 9/8, register here.

All 6 sessions run from 9am – 12pm on the first Tuesday of the month (10/5/21, 11/2/21, 12/7/21, 1/4/22, 2/1/22 & 3/1/22). Participants will also receive 4 hours of individual coaching.

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Preventing Teen Suicide & Self Harm October 7, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits |Clinical Skills | $60 Mara Gottlieb, PhD, LMSW This interactive workshop tackles a concern of many caregivers and service providers: adolescent suicide. The combination of developmental stage, hormonal changes, and self-esteem 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.

Substance Use Disorder Counseling Strategies for Relapse Prevention October 12, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits |Addiction & Recovery | $60 Roland Williams, MA Individuals who use substances are prone to relapse and treatment programs frequently fail to identify the high-risk situations that threaten a client’s recovery once they are released from treatment. Most folks leave treatment full of optimism and insight only to discover that after a couple of months their recovery has taken a “back seat” to their daily grind. They discover that problems in the workplace, family, relationships, finances, and social life become time consuming, overwhelming, and take precedent over their recovery. They tend to get too busy to attend support groups and when they do attend, they don’t get involved. They procrastinate and become spectators rather than participators in their own recovery process.

Treating Obsessive Compulsive & Related Disorders October 14 & 15, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 6 credits |Clinical Skills| $100 David F. 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.

Participants must attend both sessions to receive credit.

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Motivational Interviewing October 22, 2021 | 9am-4pm | 6 credits |Clinical Skills | $90 Don Scherling, PsyD, LADC, CCS This workshop will provide an introduction and overview of proven Motivational Interviewing techniques. These skills help you assess and engage clients in therapeutic conversations that decrease adversarial power struggles and enhance the integration of services for challenging clients with co-occurring disorders (mental health and substance use) and other complex problems.

Getting A Grip on Gender: Working with Gender Diverse and Transgender Clients Across the Lifespan October 27, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits |Cultural Competence | $60 Shane M. Scott, LCSW

Much of our society and the systems within it operate as if the world exists in binary form. This engaging half day workshop is designed to address the issues that arise from binary thinking. Participants will be able to differentiate between orientation, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression; identify the critical concerns and obstacles unique to transgender, gender fluid, and non-binary people; understand the expectations of CT’s non-discrimination statutes regarding sexual and gender minority people; develop a working understanding of gender identity and its impact on clients; and identify helping strategies and tools.

Breath-Body-Mind Basics: An Introduction to the Healing Power of the Breath October 29, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits |Healing Arts | $60 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-BodyMind™. 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 day long introduction 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.

“Benefits have been shown for health care practitioners, individuals with psychiatric and medical conditions, at-risk children, veterans, active duty military, research studies, and survivors of disasters.” https://www.breath-body-mind.com/

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November Face Your Fears: Conducting Good Exposure Therapy Across Diagnoses November 4, 2021 | 9am-4pm | 6 credits |Clinical Skills | $100 David F. Tolin, PhD, ABPP Exposure therapy is an evidence-based treatment for anxiety-related disorders including phobias, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. In this workshop, you will learn the psychological mechanisms of exposure-based therapy and several myths that contribute to the under-utilization of this treatment. Using both didactic presentation and video vignettes, Dr. Tolin will discuss and demonstrate the use of in vivo exposure, imaginal exposure, and interoceptive exposure for a range of anxiety-related problems. You will also walk away with several efficacy-boosting strategies, such as motivational interviewing, eliminating safety behaviors, and the use of rational thinking skills.

Serving Those Who Serve: Enhancing Perspective & Creating Helping Opportunities November 9, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits |Veteran Services| $60 Amy B. Otzel, MA, MS, LPC Following a military family’s contribution of selfless service and sacrifice, healthcare professionals have an opportunity to provide support for their subsequent health and healing needs. As Military Members, Veterans, and their families increasingly seek support within community healthcare settings, it is imperative for professionals to be, at a minimum, armed with information to appropriately and effectively manage contact. It is our call to action to assure operative responsiveness by way of reducing barriers, promoting accessibility to services, and mobilizing resources.

This 3-hour workshop intends to further inform the professional’s conceptualizations and skills repertoire while providing overview of basic military cultural and clinical competencies in line with specific State of Connecticut Department of Public Health licensing renewal continuing education requirements to serve those who have served.

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I Am Enough: An Exploration of Restorative Yoga Practices November 12, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits |Healing Arts | $60 Sara Balkun Whether you are a physician, practitioner, patient, or survivor, restorative yoga can support your overall health and wellbeing. Restorative postures, which are often supported by blocks, blankets, bolsters, and other props, allow the body to practice shifting from the fight or flight response to rest and digest. Through gentle movements, supported postures, simple breath work, and guided visualization practices you can gain an awareness of what the stress response feels like in the body and learn how to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system. When parasympathetic activity is activated, healing and regeneration occur. In this training, participants will learn restorative poses as well as the benefits they provide.

Exploring Trauma+ A Brief Intervention for Men & Gender Diverse People November 16 & 17, 2021 | 12pm-4pm | 8 Credits|Trauma Treatment| $125 Shane Pugh, LADC With an increased understanding of the impact of trauma, clinicians are beginning to recognize specific issues for men, trans, and nonbinary people. This includes the silence that surrounds men’s abuse and other adverse childhood experiences, the effects of male socialization on men’s response to such experiences, the risk of victims becoming abusers and perpetrators of violence, and the need to understand men’s shame and reluctance to explore their trauma.

Exploring Trauma+: A Brief Intervention for Men and Gender-Diverse People is an innovative and research-based, six-session curriculum that is designed for people who have been abused or have experienced other forms of trauma. Topics include defining trauma, understanding the process of trauma, trauma’s impact on the inner self (thoughts, feelings, beliefs) and the outer self (behaviors and relationships), building resilience, and coping and calming strategies. Participant-led grounding activities are part of this interactive workshop.

Over the years, the understanding of gender has shifted from the binary malefemale model to a more inclusive and expansive model. This second edition of Exploring Trauma is now entitled Exploring Trauma+: A Brief Intervention for Men and Gender-Diverse People. We have expanded the definition of gender responsive to include the experiences of transgender and nonbinary people.

This activity is pending approval from the National Association of Social Workers Participants must attend both sessions to receive credit.

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Healing Trauma+ A Brief Intervention for Women & Gender Diverse People November 18 & 19, 2021 |12pm-4pm | 8 credits |Trauma Treatment | $125 Eileen M. Russo, MA, LADC This interactive training presents a new, six-session trauma curriculum entitled Healing Trauma+: A Brief Intervention for Women and Gender-Diverse People.

Over the years, the understanding of gender has shifted from the binary malefemale model to a more inclusive and expansive model. In order to reflect these changes, the evidence-based Healing Trauma program has been issued in a new, third edition with an expanded definition of “gender responsive” that includes the experiences of transgender and nonbinary people. The focus is on the core things that both staff members and clients need: an understanding of what trauma is, its process, and its impact on both the inner self (thoughts, feelings, beliefs, values) and the outer self (behavior and relationships).

Program topics include the process of trauma, power, and abuse; grounding and self-soothing techniques; and healthy relationships. Healing Trauma+ includes cognitive-behavioral therapeutic strategies, mindfulness, guided imagery, and expressive arts. It is particularly designed for settings that require a shorter intervention, such as jails, domestic violence agencies, and sexual assault services.

The program materials consist of a facilitator guide and participant workbook, both of which are on a flash drive to allow for easy duplication. The workbook is written in both English and Spanish.

This activity is pending approval from the National Association of Social Workers Participants must attend both sessions to receive credit.

Pursuing Racial Justice November 30, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits |Cultural Competence| $60 Welcome2Reality In this workshop, participants will discuss implicit bias, the differences between equality and equity, and what equitable practices look like. Welcome2Reality invites you to learn to talk about race constructively within your workplace, with your family, and beyond. Participants will gain opportunities and a guide to applying concepts and strategies to advance racial equity.

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December Brave Conversations: Facing Racism and Skin Color Bias December 2, 2021 | 9am-4pm | 6 credits |Cultural Competence | $90 Mara Gottlieb, PhD, LMSW Please note this training was recently re-titled from Racism and the Myth of Color Blindness.

This workshop is ideal for any individual who does not yet feel well-informed about race but has the courage and curiosity to learn more. In a respectful, structured, and interactive format, we will have a conversation about the origins, definitions, and impact of race, skin color, and racism in society at large and within the workplace. This learning experience is designed to provide you with accurate information essential to conversations and decisions that involve racial identity.

Attending to the Dyad: Working with Parents & Young Children to Support Family Resilience December 7, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits |Children & Families| $60 Amy J. Myers, LCS Jeanette Radawich, LCSW Young children are dependent beings who do not present for clinical care alone but instead seek help under the guidance of their parents. Thus, working with parents and children together requires unique considerations. Together we will apply the principles of attachment theory and infant mental health to consider parents’ psychological wounds, highlight resilience, and prioritize positive parentchild interactions. Trainers will present on the value of parental competence as a potential protective factor against child maltreatment. Through instruction, discussion, and observational exercises, the workshop will offer practical skills for understanding dyadic work.

The DSM-5: the Whole Enchilada December 9, 2021 | 9am-4pm | 6 credits |Clinical Skills| $100 Charles Atkins, MD In October of 2015, the United States made the transition from the World Health Organization’s ICD-9 to ICD-10. For most behavioral health and substance use providers, this came with the additional transition to the American Psychiatric Association’s DSM-5®. With fourteen years in the making, the DSM-5® replaced the DSM-IV®TR as the standard diagnostic manual for psychiatric disorders in the U.S. Differences between the two manuals are substantial and the elimination of the five axes system placed increased responsibility on providers to better qualify and quantify the severity of diagnoses. While the new manual offers guidance on how to do this, there are no absolute directives, other than to use the criteria and clinical judgment.

Participants will gain new insights into the differences and potentiality of the DSM-5 as well as how and when to apply its principles.

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Coming into the Light: Breaking the Stigma of Substance Use Disorders December 14, 2021 | 9am-12pm | 3 credits |Addiction & Recovery| $60 Chris Dorval, LCSW LCDP, LCDCS, ICADC Stigma is a major barrier preventing millions of people who are struggling with substance use from entering treatment today. This workshop is designed to help you breakdown barrier-erecting stigma in order to create a healthy and recoveryorientated environment. You will understand recovery-oriented language and strategies that can be integrated into your practice immediately.

The Body Politic: Body & Weight Liberation as Social Justice December 16, 2021 | 9am-4pm | 6 credits |Cultural Competence| $90 Mara Gottlieb, PhD, LMSW Em Reim Ifrach, MAAT, CEDCAT-S, REAT, ATR-BC, LPC, NCC, RMT Weight stigma remains one of the least-discussed arenas of marginalization and oppression in our society today. Come join us for a frank, eye-opening workshop exploring the connections between sexism, racism, and body oppression; its insidious and wide-reaching impact on ourselves and our clients; and explanation of the practical tools for liberating ourselves from a system designed to make us smaller and less powerful, literally and figuratively.

Facilitating Effective Groups December 17, 2021 | 9am-4pm | 6 credits |Clinical Skills| $90 Eileen M. Russo, MA, LADC Group work is a common practice method utilized in today’s social service agencies to affect client’s individual growth and social functioning. This introductory workshop will explore the stages of group development, types of groups, practical “do’s” and “don’ts” of group facilitation, the importance of screening and matching groups, and best practices of a trauma-informed, gender-responsive approach. This workshop is designed for those new to group facilitation or those who have not had formal education and training in this area.

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E x p e r t Tra i n e rs 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. 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 called “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.

Charles Atkins, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist, speaker, and author of fiction and nonfiction. His nonfiction works include recent textbooks on Opioid Use Disorders and Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders, and mainstream books on Alzheimer’s and Bipolar Disorders.

His short stories and articles have appeared in publications from the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) to Writer’s Digest Magazine and PARADE. He writes murder mysteries and thrillers under his own name and urban fantasy as Caleb James.

His latest medical thriller, Elixir, was just published. Dr. Atkins has served as a regional medical director for the CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, and as the chief medical officer for Waterbury Hospital and Community Mental Health Affiliates. He is on the volunteer faculty of Yale University, School of Medicine, and a member of the Connecticut Commissioners’ Alcohol and Drug Policy Council. His website is www.charlesatkins.com

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 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 as a LADC (Licensed Addiction Drug Counselor) for the Department of Correction in an all-male prison facility. In May of 2015 she graduated from 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”.

Sara Balkun is a Registered Yoga Teacher, reiki master, sound facilitator, intuitive artist and Reggio inspired educator. She has been sharing her most beloved tools for healing for over a decade in schools, studios, shelters, rehabilitation centers and psychiatric hospitals across Connecticut. Sara spent a long time stuck in survival mode. Her experiences left her living with the underlying belief that she was simply unworthy of love and support. This root belief dictated her every thought and action. This constant stream of stress took its toll on her overall health and wellbeing. She felt disconnected, anxious and struggled with what seemed like an endless series of injuries and illness. It has been through the practice of yoga along with the exploration of nature, sound and creative art processes that Sara has found tools for empowerment and whole-body healing. It is Sara’s life purpose to share this healing, and to allow those who have felt unworthy to be seen, heard and valued.

Colette Anderson, LCSW, 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 has an MSW from the University of Connecticut, is an LCSW, and maintains her ACSW. Colette has led The Consortium since April 2012. Colette is a member of the Cheshire Lions Club, where she participates in various service activities. Additionally, she likes to garden and spend time with her family.

Alicia Davis, PCC, is a Professional Certified Coach, former CT Licensed Massage Therapist and partner in the coaching firm Transformative Leadership Strategies. She brings over 30 years of leadership development experience in the fields of holistic healthcare, social services and behavioral health non-profits, insurance, engineering and corporate settings. She creates dynamic coaching and teambuilding experiences for leaders at all levels of an organization that address challenges such as organizational culture, team alignment, change management, communication and high stress. Alicia offers a unique Core Energy™ coaching approach to individuals, executives, teams and boards who are looking to achieve exceptional results.

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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 posttraumatic 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, EdD, LADC, LPC 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 Ed.D. 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.

Chris Dorval, MSW, LCSW, LCDP, LCDCS, ICADC, is a nationally recognized speaker, trainer and clinical consultant in the areas of in addiction, trauma, and men’s health and has worked as a clinician and clinical supervisor in various levels of care in addiction treatment. Chris is an adjunct faculty at Rhode Island College in the School of Social Work and is on faculty for the Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC) in connection with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Chris has extensive training in trauma informed care and treatment for co-occurring disorders; he is committed to helping others in their own personal journeys in recovery. Chris is trained in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Technique, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). In 2018, Chris was the recipient of the Social Worker of the Year Award in Addictions from the Rhode Island Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers. As a person in long-term recovery himself, Chris is passionate about working with those affected by addiction and trauma and has dedicated his practice to this focus. As a father, husband, son, and friend Chris believes in developing healthy family and interpersonal relationships and addressing the underlying issues driving a person’s symptoms are essential to sustained recovery.

Paula Edwards-Gayfield, LCMHCS, LPC, CEDS-S is a Regional Assistant Vice President at The Renfrew Center, overseeing clinical and administrative operations at various sites across the country.

Additionally, she also serves as Co-Chair for Renfrew’s Diversity and Inclusion Task Force. A Licensed Professional Counselor in Oklahoma and LPC Supervisor in North Carolina, she received her Master’s degree in Counseling from the UNC at Charlotte. Ms. Edwards-Gayfield has extensive experience working with adolescents, adults and families, with special interest in the treatment of eating disorders, women’s issues, relationship concern, mood and anxiety disorders, and life adjustments. A National Certified Counselor, she is a member of the American Counseling Association, the Oklahoma Counseling Association, Oklahoma Eating Disorder Association, and certified with the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp).

Ms. Edwards-Gayfield is a frequent presenter at local and national conferences, primarily discussing eating disorders and diversity.

Rabbi Richard L. Eisenberg, MA, CAC received a BA from Duke University and an MA from Smith College and the Jewish Theological Seminary. In 1982 Rabbi Eisenberg received ordination from the Jewish Theological Seminary and went on to serve as a congregational rabbi spanning 35 years at synagogues in Columbus GA, Wayne NJ, Woodbridge CT and Torrington CT. He also worked for 10 years until 2017 as a rehabilitation counselor at The APT Foundation in New Haven CT where he provided group and individual therapy for people diagnosed with substance use disorders.

He received his Certificate in Drug and Alcohol Counseling from Gateway Community College in 2007 and is a certified addictions counselor.

Mara Gottlieb, PhD, LMSW 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.

She was the grateful recipient of the CT NASW “Distinguished Achievement” award in 2017.

Her programs address subjects ranging from cultural humility to 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 earned her MSW in 1997 and her Ph.D. in Social Work in 2014.

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Kenneth V. Hardy, PhD, is a professor at Drexel University in Philadelphia, and director of the Eikenberg Institute for Relationships in New York, New York. He is a frequent workshop presenter, trainer, and consultant on the topics of cultural and racial diversity, trauma and oppression. Dr. Hardy has published prolifically and is the author of numerous articles and book chapters.

He has co-authored the following books: Minorities and Family Therapy; Teens Who Hurt: Clinical Interventions for Breaking the Cycle of Violence; and Re-Visioning Family Therapy: Race, Culture, and Gender in Clinical Practice. His latest book is Promoting Culturally Sensitive Supervision and Training: Diverse Perspectives and Practical Applications. Dr. Hardy is also featured in several therapy videotapes as well as a documentary devoted to slavery. His videotape, The Psychological Residuals of Slavery, has been well received by both the professional and lay communities for serving as a catalyst to promote conversations about race relationships.

Dylan Lundgren, is a TEDx Speaker and Addiction Recovery Advocate. His mission is to help individuals and organizations increase engagement in the recovery process and improve long-term outcomes. Dylan has been in recovery since 2004. During this time, he has been professionally involved in the addiction treatment industry offering various holistic modalities and solutionoriented strategies. He believes the power of community is essential in addressing addiction and related challenges. Dylan is a Nationally Certified Recovery Coach and Food Addictions Coach. Dylan is passionate about helping people who are committed to improving results. By reflecting back purpose and value, he helps individuals to embrace recovery and access ways to live a fun, healthy, authentic lifestyle while pursuing their dreams and goals: moving from dealing with life to enjoying life! His vision and content transforms culture and inspires hope; using stories, tools, and experiences in the areas of faith, self-expression, and holistic practices; within the synergistic power of community.

Linda Lentini, is currently the Director of Healing From Within at Toivo by Advocacy Unlimited in Connecticut. Advocacy Unlimited is the only peer run agency in the state that offers education and advocacy in a variety of settings and has a mind-body center called Toivo (Hope in the Finnish Language). 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 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, strengthen 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 traumainformed 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.

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Daryl M. McGraw 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 trauma-informed 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 Breath-Body-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 has an upcoming book for mental health professionals and yoga therapists Transformational Healing through Yin Yoga Therapy (due out in 2021 – Singing Dragaon). 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.

Diane Michaelsen, LCSW, has been in the field of addictions for more than thirty years. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Centre College in Danville, Kentucky (“The Harvard of the South”).

She earned her Masters’ in Social Work at Southern CT State University. Diane has worked in rehab hospitals, in managed care for the public sector, and in higher education.

She has used her experience to educate, teaching at Southern CT State University since 1994. She has taught third year residents, community partners, and graduate students. She has long been interested in compassion as a tool to help others.

Amy Myers, LCSW, provides consultation, training and technical assistance to clinical treatment teams of the Family-Based Recovery [FBR] program. FBR provides intensive in-home substance use treatment to families with children from birth to three. Amy is also on the Board of Directors of the Connecticut chapter of the National Association of Social Workers.

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Amy B. Otzel, MA, MS, LPC, is a retired U.S. Army CTARNG Behavioral Health Sergeant, Iraq War combat theater Veteran, former Readjustment Counseling Therapist with the U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs, and past CT State Military Support Program Clinician. While informed by graduate degree achievements in psychology, professional counseling, and integrative health & healing, Amy’s personal journey to inspire her own health, wellness, and the healing from trauma has enhanced her endeavor to contribute forward in healing service to others. Committed to holisticallyminded integrative mental health care, Amy is currently continuing the mission in service to Military Members, Veterans, and their Families in private practice at Inner Resource in Colchester, CT. Additionally, Amy serves as an advocate on the VA Mental Health Community Advisory Board and routinely contributes in educational service as a Yale University School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry Lecturer, a Peer Recovery Support Specialist Veteran’s curriculum educator with Recovery University by Advocacy Unlimited, a certified holistic stress management instructor, and an Advanced Breath~Body~Mind teacher for survivors of trauma.

Shane Pugh, LADC, is an alcohol and drug counselor who works at Elite Recovery outpatient treatment center and has extensive experience in facilitating Helping Men Recover groups. Previously, Shane worked with diverse client populations with cooccurring 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 also 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.

Jeanette Radawich, LCSW, is a Parent-Child Consultant for the Family-Based Recovery Program [FBR] in New Haven, CT and an Assistant Clinical Professor of Social Work at the Yale Child Study Center. The FBR program provides intensive in-home substance use treatment and parent-child dyadic work to families with a child under the age of 36 months. Ms. Radawich worked as an in-home clinician at the Yale Child Study Center for many years. She provided various services addressing substance abuse, homelessness, and parenting. Ms. Radawich is endorsed at a level III by the Connecticut Association of Infant Mental.

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Em Reim Ifrach, MAAT, CEDCAT-S, REAT, ATR-BC, LPC, NCC, RMT, is currently the Director of Eating Disorder Treatment, Expressive Art, and Education at Lotus Counseling of Connecticut, the current President of the Connecticut chapter for the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals, and an adjunct professor at Albertus Magnus College. They treat clients diagnosed with eating disorders, disordered eating and body image issues, complex trauma and those in the LGBTQIA+ Community.

Their current work revolves around addressing body image issues and the treatment of bodies utilizing a social justice framework and examining the intersectionality of gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, ability/disability statues and privilege. Em enjoys research, hosting trainings and supervising therapist looking to learn how the marginalization and oppression of bodies creates eating disorders and societal trauma. When Em is not working they are raising many rescue animals, creating political art in the community, and learning about self-sustainable practices that support ecological growth.

Eileen M. Russo, MA, LADC, is 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.

Don Scherling, PsyD, is a Senior Clinical Consultant, Health Educator, Behavioral Health Wellness Coach, assistant in the Care for Caregivers Yoga program, & 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 Dept. of Mental Health & Addiction Services, and other regional and statewide agencies in the Northeast.

Shane Scott, LCSW, received his Master’s Degree from University of Connecticut School of Social Work in 2012. He believes that compassion, understanding, and fostering a holistic approach are an integral part of the healing process. As a dynamic and skilled social worker, Shane brings a vast array of experience beginning in 2005, where he began his career with working in with youth and families across the life span and in a variety of settings, including schools and communities. In addition, Shane has experience working with individuals that are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse conditions. Shane also has a strong passion and skill in working with individuals experiencing gender and sexual identity issues. Shane also has a talent with facilitating trainings, workshops, and coaching other professionals. Shane currently has a private practice in West Hartford, Connecticut. Shane also facilitates personal and professional development trainings for the LGBTQIA+ community.

David Tolin, PhD, 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 PresidentElect 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 150 scientific journal articles, as well as the books Doing CBT: A Comprehensive Guide to Working with Behaviors, Thoughts, and Emotions, Buried in Treasures: Help for Compulsive Acquiring, Saving, and Hoarding, and The Big Book of Exposures: Innovative, Creative, and Effective CBT-Based Exposures for Treating Anxiety-Related Disorders. 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.

Check out Trauma Matters a quarterly publication dedicated to the dissemination of information on trauma and best-practices in trauma-informed care.

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Stacie Watson, CPC, MBA, LMFT, is an owner/partner in Transformative Leadership Strategies, a firm that specializes in supporting management transformation through coaching and experiential learning. Stacie brings three decades of experience supporting leaders in a behavioral health, Employee Assistance Programs, and medical health insurance organizations. In her various roles, Stacie has been responsible for working with leaders and teams as they navigate significant change – focusing on issues such as organizational design, aligning culture, effective communication, and sustainable results. She also works closely with organizations who wish to address and improve culture and employee engagement.

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 serve 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. .

Welcome 2 Reality, LLC, is a Connecticut based company who provides a variety of services to children and families. We are committed to raising awareness of media literacy by educating and empowering individuals of how to use critical thinking skills to see these mediums for what they truly are.

Roland Williams, MA, MAC, ICDAC, LAADC, NCAC ll, CADCll, ACRPS, SAP is an interventionist, author, trainer, counselor and consultant specializing in addiction related issues. He was one of the first Licensed Advanced Addictions Counselors in the state of California and is a motivational speaker who conducts seminars, workshops, and keynote presentations worldwide. Roland is the Founder and President of Free Life Enterprises - Counseling and Consulting Services and is the Coordinator of Chemical Dependency Studies at Cal State East Bay. As a Clinical Consultant he helped set up the first abstinence-based addiction treatment center in Amsterdam, Holland, and has worked with treatment centers across the globe. He has written three published books and numerous articles related to addiction treatment, and cultural issues. Roland is an internationally recognized, powerful and inspirational speaker who is considered an expert in the field of addiction treatment, relapse prevention therapy and cross cultural counseling.

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Re g i st ra t i o n Po l i c i e s 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) 9096894. 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 23 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 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.

Forget to Sign In or Out? Arriving Late or Leaving Early? You Will Not Get Credits Sign-in begins 30 minutes before each event. You are required to sign in and out, before and after the training to receive credit. In accordance with accreditation standards, continuing education hours are only given to those individuals who have completed the entire workshop. Partial credit is not given. If you arrive 30 minutes after the start of the event or leave during the event for any reason you will not receive credits.

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 Cancelled 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 Wor 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 reprocity. 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 CEUs 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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Accomadation 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; offsite 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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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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