Description: The Diagnostic Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR) includes substance use disorders along with a myriad of other psychiatric conditions that have similar symptomology. Screening for substance use can help to discern between symptoms that may seem to result from a mental health condition but may actually be substance use related. By incorporating screening, brief interventions and referral to treatment (SBIRT) in practice, clinicians can identify and intervene with individuals who are experiencing psychosocial or health conditions related to their substance use. This interactive learning event will review intersections of psychoactive substances and mental illness, impact on mental illness diagnosis and treatment, and benefits of how SBIRT can augment successful outcomes for individuals with co-occurring disorders. Trainer: Diana Padilla, MCPC, CTSS, CARC Credits: This training has been approved for three renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and three initial hours (CPP, CPS) through New York State’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS). As an IC & RC member board, OASAS accredited courses are granted reciprocal approval by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee. Many other states offer reciprocity - please check with your accrediting agency. Additionally, Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc., Training Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0694. Participants are required to attend the ENTIRE training, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a certificate of completion.

The New England ATTC, in partnership with the Connecticut Department of Corrections is hosting a targeted TA session titled, "Strengthening Staff Resilience While Addressing Criminogenic Thinking" with subject matter expert Brenda Westberry, MS. This training explores the intersection of staff well-being and effective work with justice-involved individuals by addressing both burnout and criminogenic thinking patterns and antisocial logic. Participants will learn to recognize common thinking styles that underlie criminal behavior and apply evidence-based strategies to respond to resistance, manipulation, and antisocial behaviors. The session also highlights the unique stressors faced by helping professionals and offers practical tools to manage stress and prevent burnout. By strengthening staff resilience, participants will be better equipped to support behavior change and improve outcomes in correctional and behavioral health settings.   [This targeted TA session was requested by a specific Region 1 organization.  If your organization is interested in similar TA please contact [email protected]]

DESCRIPTION As gambling becomes increasingly normalized, the potential harms associated with Gambling Disorder are often overlooked. Recognized in the DSM-5 as a behavioral addiction, Gambling Disorder affects approximately 2.5 million U.S. adults and disproportionately impacts adolescents and young adults. Research shows gambling activates the brain’s reward system similarly to substances, reinforcing compulsive behaviors over time. This training will increase awareness of Gambling Disorder and its frequent co-occurrence with substance misuse and other mental health conditions. Participants will explore screening tools, intervention strategies, recovery supports, and hear a lived experience recovery story. LEARNING OBJECTIVES  By the end of this training, participants will be able to:  Discuss the DSM-5 criteria for Gambling Disorder and identify ways gambling co-occurs with other behavioral health disorders. Identify the importance of screening, clinical interventions and treatment approaches. Interpret and reflect on a lived experience recovery story related to gambling harm and recovery. INTENDED AUDIENCE: Behavioral Health Service Providers *CONTINUING EDUCATION GUIDELINES* You must attend both parts of this webinar series to receive 2.5 credits (Upstream Approaches to Problem Gambling: Prevention in Practice & Recognizing and Responding to Gambling Disorder). Those who attend only one part of this series will only be eligible to receive 1.25 credits. In order to be eligible for the continuing education hours/certificate of attendance, you must join the live Zoom. If you are having issues accessing the training at the event's start, please email [email protected] to receive assistance. *SPECIAL NEEDS/ACCOMODATION* If you require auxiliary aids, special accommodations, or language access services please contact the DBH Training Institute at [email protected] or 202-671-0343 at least ten business days prior to the training event. CERTIFICATES: In order to receive certificates, you must use the registration button and register through DC DBH Learning Management System. DBH Training Institute Certificate Social Work/Counseling CEU Certificate PRESENTERS: Kaitlin  Brown is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC), Internationally Certified Gambling Counselor (ICGC II), holds an International Certificate in Gaming Disorder (IGDC), and is Board Approved Clinical Consultant (BACC) with the International Problem Gambling and Gaming Certification Organization (IPGGC). She brings enthusiasm and passion to her work of helping individuals with Gambling Disorder and increasing community awareness.   Brian Dolan, M.A., is a speaker, counselor, and addiction specialist in long-term recovery from gambling and substance addiction. After years of battling compulsive gambling and substance use disorder that began in college—Brian found sobriety—and now helps others do the same. He holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and founded Sacred Heart University’s Collegiate Recovery Program, offering peer support and recovery housing. Using his lived and field experience, Brian not only helps people in recovery, but also connects with young people to prevent problem gambling before it starts. Brian is available to speak with students on high school and college campuses, parents and educators, and at conferences and special events. His mission is to educate about the hidden dangers of sports betting and online gambling, and build a culture of awareness and support.

This is a recording of the webinar presented on June 30, 2026 with Barbara Cordell, PhD, RN. Auto Brewery Syndrome (ABS) is an underdiagnosed medical condition where an overgrowth of fermenting organisms converts carbohydrates into ethanol. This training uses ABS to illustrate the profound complexity of the gut microbiome, showing how a localized imbalance in the digestive tract can impact neurology and behavior. Participants will dive into the mechanics of dysbiosis, learning what factors can disrupt the gut microbiome’s equilibrium and contribute to disease states. This webinar equips participants with the skills to recognize how intestinal health directly influences cognitive function and physical wellness. This foundational knowledge is essential for understanding how the microscopic environment of our gut is a primary driver of overall human health. The webinar further bridges the gap between physiology and mental health by teaching participants how to differentiate the clinical presentations of ABS and Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). Distinguishing between these two conditions is critical for ensuring patients receive appropriate, non-judgmental care rather than ineffective interventions. Finally, the session will provide a toolkit of resources to support continued exploration of the gut-brain axis and the ramifications of microbiome dysbiosis.  

Presenters: Renee Tl'aagunk Culp, MA (Renee Culp Renewal Consulting), and Meenakshi Richardson, PhD, MS, MPH (Center for Indigenous Health, Johns Hopkins University). More about the speakers. This webinar offered broad insights into Indigenous worldviews, values, and healing practices. More specifically, the presenters discussed the impacts of historical trauma and generational grief, diverse contexts and considerations for healing modalities, allyship, cultural safety, and referral resources and guidance. Learning objectives: Become aware of the impact of intergenerational trauma Emphasize the diversity of Indigenous communities, cultural practices, and healing modalities Understand the importance of relationship-building and value systems when walking alongside Indigenous individuals and communities in healing practices Download slides | View recording

This four-part virtual workshop series is designed to help Wisconsin organizations build sustainable, recovery-aligned implementation of DHS 72 administrative rules. Meeting organizations wherever they are in the process—whether just learning the framework, assessing readiness, or actively developing an implementation plan—each session offers practical guidance grounded in real-world experience. Participants can expect a learning experience rooted in both policy expertise and recovery support services practice—equipping their organizations with the knowledge and tools needed to implement DHS 72 with fidelity and sustainability. Each session has its own registration link and is designed to stand alone, so participants may attend a single session or the full series. This series is facilitated by Helios Recovery Services.   TRAINING TOPICS AND DATES: Workshop 1: Origins and Intent - The Story of DHS 72 on June 16th, 2026 from 10:00AM - 11:15AM CST (75 min) Workshop 2: Are We Peer Recovery Coach Ready? - Recovery Centers, RCOs, and Peer-Led Orgs on June 23rd, 2026 from 10:00AM - 11:15AM CST (75 min) Workshop 3: Are We Peer Recovery Coach Ready? - Providers, Treatment Centers, and Behavioral Health Clinics on July 7th, 2026 from 10:00AM - 11:15AM CST (75 min) Workshop 4: Aligning and Implementing DHS 72 in Your Organization on July 14th, 2026 from 10:00AM - 11:15AM CST (75 min)   LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Understand the DHS 72 Framework and Peer Role Fidelity: Explain the legislative origins of DHS 72, identify its core components, and recognize indicators of peer role fidelity and common points of role drift in organizational and clinical settings. Assess Organizational Readiness and Close Implementation Gaps: Use a structured self-assessment to evaluate alignment across DHS 72 domains, identify gaps in staffing, supervision, and documentation, and develop a prioritized action plan with a 90-day planning horizon. Build a Sustainable DHS 72 Implementation Strategy: Develop an organizational alignment strategy with defined milestones and a 12-month implementation horizon, integrating cross-sector partnerships and a framework for ongoing accountability and quality improvement.   TRAINERS: Patti Heffernan is a person with lived experience in the foster system and juvenile justice system. This experience brings a unique perspective to finding sustainable systemic solutions. Through powerful storytelling, coupled with state and federal data on the current systems in place, Patti illuminates how these systems are counterproductive to the goal we all want to achieve.   Jesse Heffernan is the Founder of Helios Recovery Services and a person in self-directed healing, recovery, and discovery. He lives in Wisconsin with his wife and four children, enjoying all things in geek culture, disc golf, and coffee. He believes that recovery is a process of moving from surviving to thriving as a whole person.     The Great Lakes ATTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.