Find opportunities to learn more about trauma-informed care
September 2026
September 3rd
12pm- 1pm
Become better prepared to deliver compassionate, coordinated, and culturally responsive perinatal care that supports maternal recovery, infant well-being, and long-term family stability.
September 3rd
12pm - 1:30pm
From Evidence to Action: Implementing Contingency Management Into Practice
Gain an overview of the core behavioral principles underlying CM, review the seven key principles that guide effective program design and delivery, explore practical considerations and implementation barriers.
September 3rd
3pm - 4:15pm
Feedback That Fuels: Building Responsive Systems for Change in Government Work
Learn how to integrate feedback into daily operations, build meaningful evaluation practices, and discern what’s worth acting on for growth, innovation, and cultural change. Explore feedback resistance and practical strategies to strengthen feedback resilience in yourself and your team.
September 4th
10am - 1:15pm
This presentation highlights practical strategies that help staff and supervisors strengthen resilience, improve emotional regulation, and build daily practices that support long-term sustainability in crisis work.
September 8th
9am - 12:15pm
Family Matters: Incorporating Family Into Substance Use Treatment
Examine the impact of SUD on family dynamics and how family-based interventions and understanding of family systems can enhance treatment retention and support recovery.
September 8th & 9th
10am - 6:30pm
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention (CBT-SP)
Training in the assessment and treatment of suicidal ideation and behavior, with opportunity to practice assessment and intervention strategies.
September 8th
11am - 12:15pm
In this interactive National Recovery Month webinar, presenters will share insights on improving access to treatment and recovery services for diverse communities.
September 8th
2pm - 3pm
Trafficking from a Trafficker’s Perspective
Join hosts ReLink.org and Eyes Up Appalachia for the latest invitation into Vulnerabilities at the Intersection: ACEs, Human Trafficking and the Male Experience. Experts Ali Hopper and Jarrod Sadulski, co-founders of GUARD Against Trafficking, a non-profit founded to combat exploitation through education, advocacy, and legislation, will share insights gained from interviews with incarcerated traffickers, and how those insights have helped inform policymakers and shaped policies of protection.
September 8th
2pm - 3:30pm
Kinship Care: What Research Tells Us
Walk through what the research shows about placing children with kin rather than with caregivers who do not already share their family, culture, and community connections.
September 9th
9am - 12:15pm
This training helps providers use self-awareness, collaboration, and person-centered communication to strengthen clients’ motivation and commitment to change. Participants will practice MI skills for addressing ambivalence, eliciting change talk, fostering autonomy, and reducing barriers to engagement across healthcare settings.
September 9th
10am - 12pm
*in-person training - Cincinnati, OH*
Beyond Sobriety: Empowering Lives Through Trauma-Informed Recovery
Explore the intersection of trauma and substance use disorders (SUD): Examine how trauma can contribute to the development and continuation of SUD while learning practical, trauma-informed strategies that promote safety, trust, collaboration, and holistic recovery.
September 9th, 16th, & 23rd
11am - 2pm
Motivational Interviewing (MI): Relational Skills
Explore the foundational spirit of MI - a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication designed to strengthen personal motivation and commitment to a specific goal - and practice its core relational skills in real time.
September 9th
11am - 4pm
Crisis Response Planning (CRP) Workshop
A free training on Crisis Response Planning, a brief intervention to reduce suicide risk for individuals experiencing crisis.
September 9th
12pm - 1pm
Beyond the Birthdate - Treating Substance Use in Older Adults
Explore the unique factors that contribute to substance use in later life, including physical health changes, loss, social isolation, and medication interactions, and address how societal and internalized stigma impacts help-seeking behaviors and engagement in treatment.
September 9th
1pm
The 11 Essential Elements of an Effective Nonprofit Homepage
Learn the simple. Effective fixes you can implement today to level up your homepage - so you can amplify your work and inspire more people to join your mission.
September 9th
1pm - 3pm
Breaking Barriers: The History of Stigma in Medication-Based Recovery
Gain a comprehensive understanding of opioids, from its history through the rise of opioid addiction in the U.S. and societal responses and treatment development. The training will also address the harmful effects of provider-based stigma on recovery outcomes.
September 9th
1pm - 2pm
Vital Cog: Suicide Prevention in the Workplace
Trains individuals to recognize the critical importance of suicide prevention, create opportunities for open conversations, and access to resources within the workplace.
September 9th
2pm - 3:30pm
Explore how Sacred Parenting can support individuals and families impacted by substance use and opioid use disorders by reconnecting with cultural values, traditional teachings, and community strengths as protective factors that promote recovery, resilience, and intergenerational healing.
September 9th
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bipolar Basics for the Mental Health Practitioner
Review the current state of the diagnosis and treatment of bipolar disorder. Explain the role, rationale, and clinical application of psychopharmacologic treatments, and identify the appropriate indications and risks associated with the use of antidepressants in individuals with bipolar disorder.
September 10th
9am - 12:15pm
Understanding Reward Neurobiology and Maladaptive Regulation
Explore the humans drive toward seeking reward and regulation - how relational poverty increases risk of seeking maladaptive regulation and tools to buffer regulatory need.
September 9th
9am - 12:15pm
Engaging People in Conversations About Change
Discuss strategies for engaging clients and providing information and advice in a manner consistent with Motivational Interviewing, promoting autonomy, collaboration, client-centered decision-making.
September 10th
12pm - 4:30pm
Moral Injury in Service Members
Explore moral injury in service members - including its impact on guilt, distress, relationships, trauma, and mental and physical well-being - and approaches to recognizing and treating it.
September 10th
1pm - 2pm
Cultivating Hope: Suicide Prevention and Resilience in Rural Communities
Learn practical strategies to strengthen support and help prevent suicide in rural communities. Foster open conversations about mental health in rural communities and ensure that life-saving resources are accessible to those who need them most
September 10th
1pm - 2:15pm
Influence in Every Direction: Leading Up, Listening Down, Leading Well.
Grounded in emotional intelligence, communication science, and leadership psychology, this session provides practical tools to increase influence, reduce conflict, and build cultures of psychological safety.
September 10th
1pm - 2:15pm
Selecting and Understanding Evidence-Based Strategies
Explore what it means for something to be “evidence-based”, how to disseminate, and how to implement with fidelity.
September 10th
3pm - 4:15pm
Leadership, Retention, and Performance
Explore leadership strategies that directly influence employee retention and organizational performance to create cultures where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered.
September 11th
9am - 12:30pm
Ethical Decision-Making and Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) Integration in Social Work
Examine the ethical opportunities and challenges associated with the use of AI in social work, including the role of social workers in shaping responsible design, implementation, and evaluation of AI technologies.
September 11th
9:30am - 12:30pm
Navigating the Intersections of Substance Use, Mental Health, and Crisis Response
This interactive training prepares prevention professionals to recognize and respond to substance-related issues through early identification, stigma reduction, crisis response, and effective referral.
September 14th
11am - 7:30pm
Introduction to Military Culture and the Military-Connected Experience
Gain a deeper understanding of military culture, the unique experiences of service members and their families, and how cultural awareness can strengthen clinical practice and care.
September 14th
2pm - 2:30pm
Mindfulness for Self-Compassion
explore practices designed to cultivate a sense of personal calm by nurturing both mind and body, while learning how to allow external stressors to pass without internalizing them
September 15th, 22nd, 29th, October 6th, 13th, 20th
10am -11:30am
Advanced Ethics for Peer Support Workers
Designed to equip Peer Recovery Support Workers (PSRW) with ethical reasoning skills, practical frameworks, and organizational knowledge needed to navigate the full scope of ethical responsibility (IC&RC Domain 2).
September 15th & 16th
11am - 7:30pm
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention (CBT-SP)
Training in the assessment and treatment of suicidal ideation and behavior, with opportunity to practice assessment and intervention strategies.
September 15th
11:30am - 1pm
Substance Misuse Prevention Needs in Older Adults
Explore substance misuse patterns, risk factors, and prevention approaches in older populations.
September 15th
12pm -1pm
Women and Substance Use Disorder (SUD): Treatment Success and Barriers for Care
Women experience distinct pathways into substance use, faster progression to dependence, and more complex recovery trajectories, often shaped by intersecting biological, psychological, and social determinants of health. Explore care successes and barriers to care for these unique cases.
September 15th
12pm - 1:30pm
Explore the relationship between alcohol and cancer, highlighting biological and behavioral connections and the lived experiences of people who suffer from both conditions.
September 15th
1pm - 2:15pm
From Fear to Trust: Transforming Organizational Culture Through Intentional Leadership
Examine cultural patterns that fuel fear and the leadership practices that can transform it into trust. Learn to recognize early warning signs, understand both formal and informal power structures, and apply practical strategies that shift a workplace from fear-driven to trust-centered.
September 15th
1pm - 3pm
Explore the gap between AUDs high prevalence and relatively low rates of screening, intervention, and treatment engagement. Learn and apply the SBIRT model, Motivational Interviewing, referral to specialty addiction treatment.
September 15th
3pm - 4:15pm
When A Child Murders: Juvenile Parricide and the Hidden History of Family Violence
This powerful webinar disrupts the traditional narrative of juvenile parricide by exploring cases where no history of abuse was documented: only entitlement, rage, and a desire for power or freedom.
September 15th
6pm - 8pm
Explore evidence-based practices that help reduce risk of alcohol-related health issues and improve overall wellbeing for individuals, families, and communities. More information at LowRiskDrinking.org
September 16th
9am - 12:15pm
Responding to Resistance and Focusing on Change
Learn to distinguish resistance from sustain talk, strengthen intrinsic motivation and readiness for change, and collaboratively establish goals aligned with each person’s values, needs, and readiness.
September 16th
10am - 12pm
Foundations of Severe and Persistent Mental Health Disorders (SPMI)
This training equips professionals with foundational knowledge and recovery-oriented strategies to recognize, assess, and respond to SPMI through person-centered, interdisciplinary care.
September 16th
12pm - 1:30pm
Chasing Other Dragons - Atypical Intoxicants
Explore the often-overlooked substances that can serve as an early pathway to intoxication, and learn why recognizing their risks and treatment considerations matters for vulnerable populations
September 16th
12pm - 1:30pm
Synthetic Cannabinoids and Hemp-Derived Intoxicants
Explore pharmacology and health effects of synthetic cannabinoids and hemp-derived THC products, review trends and long- and short-term medical and psychiatric consequences associated with use.
September 17th
9am - 12:15pm
Overview of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Substance Use Disorders (SUD)
Explore the CBT model, core techniques, application to SUD, and strategies to integrate CBT into individualized care plans.
September 17th
1pm - 2:15pm
When Helping Hurts: Balancing Community, Compassion, and Self-Care
Explore the realities of burnout, compassion fatigue, secondary trauma, and vicarious trauma, and how these forms of stress show up in the day-to-day work of people serving trauma-exposed communities.
September 17th, 24th, October 1st, 8th
2pm - 3:30pm
Evidence Based Practice Implementation Support (EBP-IS)
Explore the framework, tools, and guidance needed for implementation efforts, supporting a movement from the ‘what’ of EBP content to the ‘how’ of implementation strategy.
September 17th
5pm - 7pm
Learn evidence-based practices that help reduce risk of alcohol-related health issues and improve overall wellbeing for individuals, families, and communities. More information at LowRiskDrinking.org
September 18th, 21st, & 23rd
10am - 12pm
Theory and Practice of Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Discuss the core components of the MI model and practice using its skills, particularly in the context of substance use behavior change. (Prior knowledge of MI is not required.)
September 18th
11:30am - 12:30pm
Gain knowledge on physiological and psychological symptoms of overamping (psychostimulant overdose), how to respond to overamping, and interventions to treat symptoms.
September 18th
2pm - 3pm
This training will provide foundational knowledge on addiction as a chronic medical condition, as well as an overview of evidence-based interventions.
September 21st
10am - 12pm
Foundations of Trauma Informed Care - Key Concepts and Core Principles
This session equips participants with shared language and foundational knowledge to integrate trauma-informed principles into clinical, organizational, and community practice.
September 21st, October 21st, November 16th, December 18th
1pm - 3pm
AI Literacy for Behavioral Health (Series)
AI is changing fast, and it's easy to feel like you're always a step behind. This series is about creating space on your calendar to stay current, ask real questions, and get answers specific to behavioral health work.
September 21st
2pm - 4pm
Screening and Treatment of AUD: Alcohol Use Disorder Pharmacotherapy and Supportive Treatment
Discuss pharmacotherapy options, supportive and psychosocial treatment modalities, and patient specific factors that influence AUD treatment success.
September 22nd
8am - 4:30pm
*In-Person Training - Athens OH*
Introduction to Military Culture and the Military Connected Experience
Through this full-day interactive training, gain a deeper understanding of military culture, the unique experiences of service members and their families, and how cultural awareness can strengthen clinical practice and care.
September 22nd
10am - 1pm
Core Principles of Addiction Counselor Ethics
Review core ethical principles of autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and justice and their application within the context of the 12 core functions of addiction counseling.
September 22nd
11am - 1pm
The Therapeutic Use of Humor in Treatment and Recovery
Explore the therapeutic benefits of humor; using humor and improv to talk about addiction and recovery; the use of humor to improve physical, mental and emotional health; the use of humor in counseling, case management and recovery coaching; the use of humor to decrease burnout, secondary trauma and to improve organizational morale.
September 22nd
1pm - 2:15pm
Resilient at Work: Advanced Strategies for Stress, Self-Regulation, and Nervous System Health
Designed to help professionals master the art of self-regulation and build a sustainable stress response toolkit, this session goes beyond surface-level wellness tips and dives deep into evidence-based practices that recalibrate your body and mind.
September 22nd
3pm - 4pm
Indigenous Perspective on Health and Healing
Deepen your understanding of how traditional and cultural practices inform healing and well-being and how practitioners can engage with these perspectives respectfully and ethically in behavioral health contexts.
September 22nd
3pm - 4:15pm
The Influential EQ: Mastering Emotions, Elevating Connections
Dig into research-backed strategies, learn to read people with clarity, handle tough situations with confidence, and make decisions that strengthen your influence, and explore practical techniques to create stronger connections and an environment where all feel valued.
September 23rd
10am - 12:15pm
Refill Your Cup: Self-Compassion for Helping Professionals
Explore core components of self-compassion and learn tools and strategies to reduce self-criticism, build resilience, and reconnect with inner resources.
September 23rd
10am - 1:15pm
The workshop explores the intersection of digital stress, secondary trauma, nervous system dysregulation and workforce sustainability within high-demand behavioral health settings.
September 23rd, 30th, & October 7th
11am - 2pm
Motivational Interviewing: Relational Skills
Explore the foundational spirit of MI and practice its core relational skills in real time.
September 23rd
12pm - 1:30pm
Learn to conceptualize and strengthen therapeutic alignment within a CBT framework, to enhance engagement, collaboration, and clinical outcomes.
September 23rd
12pm - 1:30pm
Hidden Risks: Problem Gambling in Prediction Market Platforms
Explore prediction markets, problem gambling warning signs and impacts, and where forecasting and gambling intersect from a public health and policy perspective.
September 23rd
3pm - 4pm
Nature as a Benevolent Partner in Motivational Interviewing
Explore how elements of nature support regulation, balance, and mindful awareness, creating conditions where motivation and change can naturally take root and grow.
September 23rd
5pm - 6:30pm
Medication & Metabolic Agents in Psychiatric Practice
A deep dive into the intersection of medication and metabolism, particularly as related to long and short term metabolic and psychiatric health impacts of medications commonly used in psychiatry.
September 24th
9am - 12:15pm
Ethics and Boundaries: Maintaining Professional Integrity in Behavioral Healthcare
Discuss common boundary challenges, ethical dilemmas, and decision-making frameworks to integrate ethical principles, legal requirements, and practical into professional conduct across clinical settings.
September 24th & 25th
9am - 5:30pm
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention (CBT-SP)
Training in the assessment and treatment of suicidal ideation and behavior, with opportunity to practice assessment and intervention strategies.
September 24th
10am - 1pm
Dos, Don’ts, or Maybes: Professional Boundaries for Peer Support Specialists
Explore physical, interpersonal (relationships, self-disclosure), and psychological boundaries that affect client choice and motivation, and how to support individuals using a person-centered approach.
September 24th
1pm - 2:15pm
Safeguarding Our Children from Human Trafficking
Learn how traffickers exploit the vulnerabilities of youth, recognize the warning signs of exploitation, and explore strategies to help prevent trafficking and protect children.
September 24th
1pm - 2:30pm
Beyond Self-Care: Creating a Roadmap to Wellness
Join for a meaningful exploration of wellness that includes understanding the difference between things like maintenance, recovery, restoration, healing and transformation
September 24th
2pm - 3:30pm
Fidelity vs. Adaptations: Maintaining Program Fidelity While Adapting to Local Needs
Using the "Green, Yellow, and Red Light" system, participants will learn how to make thoughtful changes that improve relevance and engagement without compromising a program's effectiveness.
September 24th
3pm - 4pm
Wild Rose Teachings: Cultivating Compassion Satisfaction and Resilience
Grounded in culturally responsive and trauma-informed approaches, the session explores how concepts of love, protection, acceptance, and boundaries can support resilience and sustainability in substance use disorder (SUD) and behavioral health settings.
September 24th
3pm - 4:15pm
When Violence Goes Digital: Understanding Cyber Assault and the New Frontier of Abuse
Explore the emerging and often misunderstood issue of cyber assault, the use of digital platforms and tools to harass, humiliate, or threaten individuals.
September 25th
10am - 1pm
Using SBIRT to Address Substance Use in Mental Health Settings
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.
September 28th
11am - 12pm
This brief, interactive conversation is an opportunity to intentionally prioritize worker wellness, review practices, and experience the benefits of intentional and simple self-care actions.
September 28th
1pm - 2:30pm
QPR - Question, Persuade, Refer - Training
Learn to identify warning signs and risk factors of suicide, how to ask the suicide question, persuade the person not to end their life, and refer to behavioral health professionals.
September 28th
2pm - 2:30pm
Deep Box Breathing for Self-Regulation for Those Affected by Opioid and Stimulant Use Disorders
Follow a guided breathing process to relax and restore body, mind, and spirit.
September 28th
9:30am - 3:30pm
*In-person training - The Lodge at Hocking College, Nelsonville OH*
Rural Health Conference: Access to Good Health in Our Community
Join the Ohio Alliance for Population Health for a day bringing together healthcare leaders, advocates, and community partners committed to improving access to care in underserved communities.
September 28th
2pm - 4pm
Screening & Treatment of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD): Integrated Case-Based Application
Synthesize screening, brief intervention, motivational interviewing, pharmacotherapy and supportive treatment strategies and apply to realistic patient cases.
September 29th & 30th
9am - 5:30pm
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention (CBT-SP)
Training in the assessment and treatment of suicidal ideation and behavior, with opportunity to practice assessment and intervention strategies.
September 29th
12pm - 1:30pm
Transformative Treatment: Integrating Spirituality with Clinical Practice
Integrating spirituality and connection with clinical practice can create truly transformative treatment for individuals recovering from addiction. This webinar offers guidance on inviting spiritual exploration in trauma-informed and healing-centered ways, while remaining grounded in evidence-based care.
September 29th
1pm
The Brain We’re Building: How Screens, Substances, & Stress Shape Youth Wellbeing
Explore how stress, self-talk, social media, emotions, and substance use shape the developing brain. Learn about neuroplasticity and practical ways to help young people build resilience, healthy coping skills, and overall wellbeing.
September 29th
1pm - 2:15pm
Explore how brain injury and trauma affect survivors’ daily functioning, parenting, relationships, and ability to navigate complex systems, how children experience these dynamics, and practical strategies to support both child and adult survivors more effectively.
September 29th
1pm - 3pm
Lethal Means Safety (LMS) Workshop
Learn evidence-based strategies for voluntary secure storage of firearms and other lethal means to help reduce suicidal behavior among veterans and other firearm users.
September 29th
3pm - 4:15pm
Difficult Conversations Made Easier: Strategies for Success
Tough conversations are part of any professional’s journey—whether it’s delivering hard news, navigating conflict, or addressing emotionally charged topics. This webinar offers practical tools to help you approach these moments with clarity, empathy, and confidence.
September 29th & 30th
6pm - 10pm
Introduction to Military Culture and the Military-Connected Experience
Gain a deeper understanding of military culture, the unique experiences of service members and their families, and how cultural awareness can strengthen clinical practice and care.
September 30th
10am - 1:15pm
Living the Life You Choose: An Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Approach
Participants will be introduced to the ACT model and its six core processes that cultivate psychological flexibility- the ability to remain present, unhook from unhelpful thoughts and emotional struggles, and move forward in the service of one’s values.
September 30th
12pm - 1:30pm
Transforming Documentation: From Pitfalls to Best Practices
Learn how stronger clinical documentation can tell the patient’s story, demonstrate medical necessity, and help turn treatment plans into successful outcomes.
September 30th, October 7th, & October 14th
11pm - 2pm
Motivational Interviewing (MI) Technical Skills
Build on MI skills through interactive practice focused on eliciting change talk and strengthening motivation and commitment to change. NOTE: Completion of Motivational Interviewing: Relational Skills (Level 1) is a required prerequisite for attending Level 2: Technical Skills.
October 2026
October 1st
11am - 12:30pm
Narrative-Driven Prevention Podcasts: Stories That Stick
Prevention work is already a story; a podcast lets the story do its work. Explore how to turn prevention work into stories that reach beyond a classroom or training site.
October 5th
9am - 5:30pm
Introduction to Military Culture and the Military-Connected Experience
Gain a deeper understanding of military culture, the unique experiences of service members and their families, and how cultural awareness can strengthen clinical practice and care.
October 5th & 6th
11am - 7:30pm
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention (CBT-SP)
Training in the assessment and treatment of suicidal ideation and behavior, with opportunity to practice assessment and intervention strategies.
October 6th
1pm - 2:15pm
Explore how vicarious trauma develops, how to notice early warning signs, and what to do when the work starts to feel heavier than usual. Learn practical strategies for maintaining emotional well-being, setting healthy boundaries, and building resilience through self-care and supportive workplace practices.
October 6th, 13th, 20th
2pm - 3pm
Creating Calm: Effective Engagement with People Who are Distressed
Many of the people we interact with are actively experiencing high levels of distress due to health conditions, poverty, family challenges, or other life stressors. The Creating Calm training series will focus on attendees’ experiences and provide concrete tools for engaging with clients in distress.
October 7th
9am - 12:15pm
Trauma & De-Escalation Across the Lifespan
This training provides mental health professionals with a trauma-informed, ethically grounded, responsive framework for de-escalation in crisis settings. Participants will learn how trauma impacts the nervous system, behavior, cognition, emotional regulation and interpersonal interaction across the lifespan.