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December 2025
December 1st
1pm - 4:15pm
Cultivating Psychological Safety for the Health of your Prevention Organization
In the fast-paced world of prevention, fostering a culture of psychological safety is essential for a thriving, effective organization. This training, best suited for intermediate prevention professionals, will equip leaders and team members with tools and strategies to cultivate an environment where everyone feels safe to express ideas, ask questions, and take interpersonal risks without fear of negative consequences. Participants will explore the concept of psychological safety, its role in enhancing team collaboration, innovation, and overall well-being, and how it directly impacts the health and effectiveness of prevention efforts. (PS2)
December 1st & 8th
1pm - 4pm
Moving from Individual to Community and Policy Prevention Strategies (2-Part Training)
Much of prevention is focused on individual attitudes, beliefs, behaviors and skills. Yet individuals do not make their choices in a vacuum. Join us as we explore the environmental influences on individual alcohol and drug use choices and effective strategies coalitions can use to impact these environmental factors Topics include: the Public Health Model, four areas of environmental change, seven change strategies and best practice environmental strategies. (1, 5, 6).
December 2nd
10am - 12pm
Reducing Risk Factors for Youth Substance Misuse on the Road to Prevention Success
How can we prevent substance misuse unless we understand what places kids at greater risk of misusing drugs? During this webinar, we will explore the risk factors that place youth at greater risk of substance misuse, as identified by the Social Development Research Group through systematic reviews of the research literature. Time will be spent exploring each risk factor to ensure that preventionists understand the meaning of each factor in order to address them effectively.
December 2nd
1pm - 2:30pm
Preventing substance misuse is not solely a matter of individual decision-making, it is shaped by the web of relationships that surround us. This session will examine substance use and overdose prevention through the interpersonal level of the Social-Ecological Model (SEM), emphasizing the critical role of families, peers, mentors, and social networks influencing behaviors and outcomes. This series will explore how the quality and dynamics of interpersonal relationships can serve as powerful protective factors. Moving beyond abstract theory, the session will present practical tools, evidence-based practices, and real-world applications.
December 2nd
1pm
The Power of Connection: A Parent’s Greatest Protective Tool
Parent-child connection is key to healthy development and family wellbeing. Susan Caso will share how genuine connectedness protects kids from mental health challenges, substance use, and the pressures of growing up in a digital world. Learn practical ways to foster open communication, build trust, and strengthen bonds so children feel safe, seen, and supported.
December 3rd
12pm - 1pm
Think Well, Live Well: Brain Health Through a Holistic Lens
Understand the impact of lifestyle and behaviors on cognitive wellness. Identify modifiable risk factors for decline in cognitive function. Counsel on key lifestyle interventions for the prevention of cognitive decline and protection of brain health.
December 3rd
12pm - 1:30pm
The Peer Model: The Ethics in Efficacy
Statistics show that when peer services are delivered with adherence to the peer model and within recovery-oriented systems, they are highly effective for the participants and the systems employing them (SAMHSA). While the knowledge and experience brought into organizations and their systems by peers are extremely important, there are also great challenges as most of these systems operate in paradigms that differ greatly from the recovery-oriented environments peers are most effective in, leading to poor outcomes when appropriate support is lacking. We must ask: What are the ethical considerations in hiring, training, supervising, and retaining people with lived-living experience in existing organizations? This workshop provides ethically informed, policy-driven, equitable, and inclusive approaches that can be intentionally implemented within organizations of all kinds.
December 4th
9am - 12:15pm
As part of the Engaging Neighborhoods Training Series in partnership with ADAMH of Franklin County, this training serves to help reframe aging and address ageism so that attendees can best serve older clients and their families as their abilities and care needs change. This session focuses on both person-centered care and the importance of transformative community-based approaches to care and caring. It will equip participants with innovative and evidence-based approaches that can be applied in a wide variety of settings. The important role of family caregivers will be highlighted along with strategies to help ensure their health and wellbeing. The second hour will cover strategies for addressing the unique needs of individuals impacted by dementia, including strategies to communicate most effectively as abilities change, while also responding to “behaviors.” The presentation will conclude with the important role the AGE-FRIENDLY movement plays in creating, nurturing and sustaining communities where ageism and the negative stereotypes of elders are eliminated and individuals of all ages can thrive.
December 4th
10am - 12pm
Mental Illness as a Multi-Layered Risk Factor for Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
The intersection of mental illness and substance use disorder is complicated! In this event, we will reflect on the ways mental illness can predetermine how a person is likely to engage with substances, how it can affect their ability to discontinue their use, as well as influence the severity of their substance use disorder. From neurobiological considerations to substances serving as a coping mechanism, we will unpack the intersection of these challenges to empower our efforts and intervention and support. In addition, we will reflect on our treatment efforts in the context of promoting mental health and wellbeing for those living with substance use disorders.
December 4th
4pm - 5pm
Alcohol Use Disorder Among Women in Rural America
Women living in rural America face unique challenges related to alcohol use disorder (AUD). Economic stress and social isolation can increase vulnerability for alcohol misuse. Stigma surrounding AUD is greater due to a lack of anonymity, limited access to treatment, and social norms that discourage seeking help. As we approach the holidays, it is important to recognize that this season can exacerbate AUD due to a combination of stress from additional expenses, social pressures, and personal expectations, along with increased alcohol availability. Lived experience of managing alcohol use disorder that began as a teenager living in a small, rural town and the work leading to a project to improve patient-centered research with women who misuse alcohol will be featured in this Rural Minds webinar.
December 5th
10am - 12pm
Translating the Guiding Principles of Trauma Informed Care in Practice
Trauma-informed care is an approach that recognizes the widespread impact of trauma and takes steps to prevent further harm and empower wellness. This interactive learning discussion will inform on SAMHSA’s 6 guiding principles for Trauma-Informed Care. It’s more than understanding what trauma concepts are, but about how providers can enlist the principles to create environments and connection by preventing re-traumatization and intentionally promote healing. The content will review how trauma-informed principles can be integrated in prevention efforts and engagement opportunities to support an individual’s wellness and recovery process.
December 5th
10am - 10:45am
Let’s Talk Coalitions: A SPCA Virtual Roundtable
Looking for a space to share ideas, swap stories, and connect with others doing coalition work across the state? Let’s Talk Coalitions is a new monthly virtual roundtable hosted by SPCA. It’s designed for coalition members at all stages to come together for casual, real-world conversations. Each session features a brief spotlight on a key topic in prevention work, followed by open discussion where you can share challenges, successes, and strategies with others in the field. Whether you’re brand new to coalition work or a seasoned member, there’s a seat at the table for you.
December 5th
12pm - 1pm
Mapping the Mental Health Journal: Creating Effective Levels of Care for Campus Communities
Join us as we map out the journey toward a more connected, collaborative and compassionate mental health system within higher education. As college campuses continue to see rising mental health needs, it is essential to develop structured, responsive systems of care that meet students where they are. This presentation will explore how institutions can design and implement a “levels of care” model”- a framework that ensures students receive the right support, at the right time, from the right resource.
December 8th
9am - 12:15pm
What Do We Know About Vaping & What Do We Do About It?
Many communities are overwhelmed by the exploding trend of vaping among youth and adults alike. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to navigate the e-cigarette landscape and tackle e-cigarette use in your community head-on. Throughout this training session for beginner prevention professionals, you will gain a foundational understanding of what e-cigarettes are and the technological transformations they have experienced over time. Participants will be brought up to speed on relevant policy updates and the variety of short- and long-term health effects associated with vaping. But that's not all – arm yourself with empowering prevention strategies designed to combat the rising tide of e-cigarette use, igniting a spark of proactive change. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from others in the prevention field about how to prevent vaping! (P2)
December 8th
1pm - 2pm
Assessment in Action: Addressing Youth Vaping Through the Strategic Prevention Framework
This introductory webinar kicks off a series on the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF), beginning with the essential first step: Assessment. Participants will explore how to effectively gather and analyze data to understand community needs, identify root causes, and define the scope of a prevention effort. Using a case study focused on youth vaping, we’ll walk through how a community can use assessment to guide prevention planning. This session lays the foundation for the SPF series and is ideal for prevention professionals, coalition members, and community stakeholders looking to strengthen their strategic approach.
December 8th
1pm - 2:30pm
QPR - Question, Persuade, Refer - Training
QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer: the three simple moves anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. In this training, community members will learn how to identify the warning signs and risk factors of suicide, how to ask the suicide question and persuade a suicidal person not to end their life, how to appropriately refer a suicidal person to behavioral healthcare professionals. Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to help someone in crisis seek the support they need. The QPR mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention training. The signs of crisis are all around us. We believe that quality education empowers all people, regardless of their background, to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know.
December 9th
11am - 12:30pm
Using Generative AI in Your Substance Misuse Prevention Work
Dive into the world of generative artificial intelligence (AI) with an engaging 90-minute webinar that demystifies Large Language Models (LLMs) and their practical applications. This webinar will offer a blend of theory and hands-on activities, including article summarization and brainstorming AI-driven intervention strategies for substance misuse prevention scenarios. It promises to enhance your understanding of AI's potential in substance misuse prevention work, while also highlighting the critical issues of misinformation inherent in these technologies. (1,6)
December 9th
12pm - 3pm
Tuesday with PEER’s: Advocate Like a Star with Rachel Star WIthers
Your lived experience, your passion, YOU are a powerful tool for change. But how do we amplify our advocacy impact? This training is designed for peer supporters who want to move beyond individual support and learn how to influence mental health advocacy at a national level. "Advocate Like a Star: Rachel Star Withers' Guide to National Impact" is an intensive, fast paced workshop that empowers you to leverage your unique perspective to shape more compassionate and effective mental health care for all.
December 9th
1pm - 2pm
Capacity Building in Action: Addressing Youth Vaping Through the Strategic Prevention Framework
Every effective prevention effort includes a critical question: How do we build our capacity? Join us for the second webinar in our Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) series, where we’ll focus on capacity building. Participants will learn strategies to assess organizational and community readiness, build collaborative coalitions, and develop workforce competencies. Through practical tools, case examples, and discussion, attendees will leave equipped to enhance their prevention infrastructure, mobilize support, and position their communities for successful planning and implementation efforts across the SPF.
December 9th
1pm
How to Make (And Keep) Friends as an Adult with ADHD
As we age, the struggle to make and keep friends seems to grow alongside the family and professional commitments that demand so much time. When you live with ADHD, developing adult friendships may feel even more complicated. Many adults with ADHD say they have trouble staying in touch, reading social cues, and managing their emotions - especially feelings of rejection. These challenges can make friendships feel confusing and fragile, even when the desire for connection is strong. In this webinar, we’ll explore how ADHD can impact adult friendships - from how we show up socially to how we handle conflict, communication, and emotional turbulence. You’ll learn why certain patterns repeat, and discover practical ways to build stronger, more rewarding relationships. Together, we’ll talk about how to create friendships that feel supportive, balanced, and authentic.
December 9th
1pm - 2:30pm
The community level of the Social Ecological Model (SEM) focuses on the conditions and relationships within broader social settings that influence behavior. Effective substance misuse prevention at this level means transforming environments—not just individuals—so that healthier choices become more available, visible, and supported.
December 10th
9am - 12:15pm
Responding to Callers Who are Actively Suicidal
This training will identify effective ways to respond to suicidal clients over the phone, including fostering connection, engaging in collaborative problem-solving and implementing safety planning. The session will explore how to assess for suicidality and connect callers with reasons for living. The C.A.R.E. framework will be provided as a method to ground the conversation in compassion and promote a referral to appropriate resources.
December 10th - 11th
in-Person, Columbus OH , $150
9am - 4pm
The 2025 Ohio Prevention Conference: Advancing Prevention Through Integrated Approaches
You won’t want to miss this event – insightful content to advance prevention and meaningful networking with like-minded professionals. Let’s move prevention forward and continue building resilient communities throughout Ohio!
December 10th
12pm - 1pm
Prevention and Treatment of Substance Use Disorders in Youth with Psychiatric Disorders
Substance misuse and substance use disorders (SUD) begin in adolescence & peak in prevalence in young adults. Children with mental health conditions are at increased risk to develop a SUD, and there is a higher prevalence of SUD in adolescents with a mental health condition versus those without a mental health condition. Staff and clinicians who work with youth with mental health symptoms and conditions across clinical and community settings need to be prepared to identify and address at risk substance use and SUD. This presentation will review adverse effects associated with opioid, stimulant, and other substance use in youth such as drug overdose, cannabis hyperemesis syndrome, and cannabis induced psychosis; review strategies to decrease risk associated with substance use in youth; & discuss integrated treatment for youth with co-occurring SUD and psychiatric disorders with a focus on pharmacotherapy.
December 10th
12pm - 4pm
Clinical Work with the Suicide Bereaved is designed for mental health clinicians seeking to deepen their understanding of the unique challenges faced by those grieving a suicide loss. This online training will explore the distinct aspects of suicide bereavement, including how these experiences may differ for children, across cultures, and within various demographic groups – including clinicians themselves.
December 10th
1pm - 2pm
Planning in Action: Addressing Youth Vaping Through the Strategic Prevention Framework Explore the Planning phase of the Strategic Prevention Framework, where data-driven decision-making meets strategic design. This module equips prevention professionals to translate assessment findings into clear, actionable plans that address identified community needs and build on existing strengths.
December 10th
1pm - 2:30pm
Gambling Disorder: Relationship to Suicide and Resources for Help
The session discusses Gambling Disorder, which is established by the American Psychological Association as a Substance-Related and Addictive Disorder with the highest rate of suicidal ideation and attempts by those who meet severe criteria. The financial devastation and other harms stemming from problematic gambling, and the impact on others, is often overlooked and underrecognized. Having conversations with persons in our community about gambling is fundamental to saving lives and reducing additional harm.
December 11th
In-person event, Lancaster OH
9am - 12:15pm
Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness Workshop
This training provides attendees with an experiential and evidence-based introduction to trauma-sensitive mindfulness. The session integrates principles from Dr. David Treleaven’s Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness, explores stigma in mental health and substance use, and highlights how providers can navigate secondary trauma and community trauma. Through guided practices, reflection, and discussion, participants will gain tools to support resilience, ethical decision-making, and stigma reduction.
December 11th
9am - 4pm
Building Better: Resilience in the Community: Brain-Based, Trauma Informed Approach
The Building Better Lives team uses our community trainings as an opportunity to bring the Neurosequential model to Franklin Counties families by educating those who work with the community directly. Developed by Dr. Bruce Perry and expanded upon by others, BBL has developed a training that educates Community Workers on ways to interact with families and patients in a way that acknowledges their trauma and provides solutions
December 11th
11am - 12pm
Wellness 360: Finding Balance Using the 8 Dimensions of Wellness Model
This engaging and practical session explores the 8 Dimensions of Wellness—emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, occupational, physical, social, and spiritual—as a holistic framework for enhancing overall well-being. Originally developed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), this multidimensional model is widely applied across healthcare, education, workplace wellness programs, and community-based initiatives. Participants will examine the interconnectedness of each wellness dimension and how they collectively contribute to a balanced, fulfilling life.
December 11th
1pm - 2pm
Implementation in Action: Addressing Youth Vaping Through the Strategic Prevention Framework
This session focuses on bringing prevention plans to life through effective, coordinated action. Participants will explore how to put evidence-based strategies into practice with fidelity while adapting to community context and cultural needs. The module highlights essential components of successful implementation, including partnership coordination, resource management, communications, capacity support, and monitoring progress.
December 12th
9am - 11am
Recovery Capital: Assets, Not Abstinence
Research consistently shows that a large majority of people with addiction recover. For example, the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) indicates that about 75% of individuals who receive treatment for addiction recover. In this session, learn about an asset-based approach to recovery from substance use disorder called Recovery Capital (RC) and explore how RC promotes long-term recovery by reducing biopsychosocial stressors.
December 12th
10am - 1:15pm
Evidence Based Best Practices for Call Specialists to Support LGBTQIA+ Individuals in Crisis
This cultural competency training expands the framework for engaging and supporting LGBTQIA+ youth in Ohio. It addresses new ethical and legislative considerations impacting care, examines the recent evidence-based increase in LGBTQIA+ youth reliance on crisis services, and provides guidance for supporting third-party callers assisting LGBTQIA+ youth in crisis. Additionally, the session offers strategies for evaluating and vetting resources for callers and explores ways to navigate complex barriers callers may face. This training equips participants with tools to refine their practice techniques while adhering to their scope of practice, ensuring cultural competence when working with LGBTQIA+ youth.
December 12th
1pm - 2pm
Evaluation in Action: Addressing Youth Vaping Through the Strategic Prevention Framework
This session introduces participants to the Evaluation phase of the Strategic Prevention Framework, focusing on using data to measure progress, improve strategy delivery, and demonstrate impact. Participants will explore practical approaches for evaluating prevention activities, tracking outcomes, and assessing fidelity, reach, and community response. The module emphasizes continuous quality improvement and communicating results to community partners.
December 15th
9:30am - 12:30pm
Person-Centered or Provider-Driven?
Prevention activities work to educate and support individuals and communities to prevent the use and misuse of substances, and the development of substance use disorders. But how do we ensure that, as providers, we tailor prevention supports to work from “where the client is at” instead of from our own professional expertise?This interactive web training will compare provider-leading approaches to behavior change as opposed to client-centered care outcomes, highlighting the benefits of using person-centered, foundational communication strategies, and recovery-oriented language to enhance the opportunities to build trust and rapport. When clients feel they are heard and included in their treatment care, they are more likely to engage and commit to their own recovery and wellness process.
December 16th
11am - 12:30pm
Leveraging AI Chatbots for Substance Use Prevention Data Analysis and Reporting
Prevention practitioners face increasing demands for data-driven decision-making while managing limited time and resources for analysis and reporting. This hands-on webinar introduces practical applications of free AI chatbot tools to streamline data analysis, create compelling visualizations, and generate comprehensive reports for substance misuse prevention work. Participants will learn to leverage generative AI to quickly identify patterns in data, clean and analyze datasets, and produce in-depth reports for internal team analysis and professional development. Through interactive exercises using real prevention scenarios, attendees will gain confidence in using AI as a powerful assistant for transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive prevention outcomes. (1).
December 16th
1pm - 2:30pm
What if the biggest barriers to substance use prevention aren't individual behaviors—but the systems we have built, the norms we have accepted, and the stories we tell and have been telling as a society?
At the societal level of the Social-Ecological Model (SEM), prevention isn't a program—it’s a recalibration of power, culture, and policy. This session challenges participants to rethink what "protection" truly means when it's rooted in cultural truth—not just intention. We'll explore how public policies and cultural narratives can either reinforce cycles of risk—or become forces for lasting resilience and embedded protection.
This final session of a 4-part series will bring the societal level of the SEM to life with practical tools and community-driven solutions that challenge the status quo and uplift collective wellness.
December 16th
1pm - 2:30pm
Impact of the Games We Play: Gaming, Gambling, and Addiction
This presentation will discuss the difference between healthy and problematic digital gaming and highlight features in video games and social media that may quickly become problematic, particularly for younger users. Many of these features blur the lines between gambling and gaming, and recent research findings suggest a relationship between problematic gambling and problematic digital gaming.
December 17th
12pm - 2pm
Assessing Suicidality Over the Phone
This training is designed to help 988 call line professionals understand their role and responsibilities when it comes to assessing suicidality over the phone. The session will review current best practices for suicidality and risk factors for suicide. Trauma-informed language will be discussed, as well as how to identify and accurately use assessment tools. The training will also cover safety planning for callers who express suicidal ideation.
December 17th
10am - 11:30am
VitalCog: Suicide Prevention in the Workplace
The VitalCog in the Workplace program trains employees at all levels of an organization to recognize the critical importance of suicide prevention, while creating opportunities for open conversations and access to resources within the workplace. Our vision is to cultivate a workplace community of employees who aspire to eliminate the devastating impact of suicide.
December 17th
12pm - 2pm
Assessing Suicidality Over the Phone
This training is designed to help 988 call line professionals understand their role and responsibilities when it comes to assessing suicidality over the phone. The session will review current best practices for suicidality and risk factors for suicide. Trauma-informed language will be discussed, as well as how to identify and accurately use assessment tools. The training will also cover safety planning for callers who express suicidal ideation.
December 17th
1pm - 4:15pm
This presentation will highlight populations that are at-risk for developing problems with gambling and what makes them more vulnerable. Theories that identify risk and protective factors for problem gambling will be reviewed, including the Search Institute Developmental Assets, ACEs, and Socio-Ecological Models. Targeted strategies will be shared on how to utilize and apply CSAP strategies to effectively reach these populations. (P2, P6).
December 18th
12pm - 1pm
Caring for Your LGBTQIA2S+ Peers: Understanding Generational Differences & Sensitivities Join OhioPRO and trainer Fred Middendorf for insight on the unique experience of the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
December 18th
3pm - 4pm
Emotional Processing Through Physical Awareness
This training will assist in learning about where energy and emotions are stored within the body of both client and provider. As therapists are conduits of healing, it is important to not only understand how your client may be experiencing emotions, but how you are as well. Through this course we will examine the languages of the mind versus the body as well as the importance of self-care as a provider.