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This workshop will explore ADHD & Gambling symptoms, and the relationship between them. Participants will learn how to effectively screen, assess, and intervene each disorder when they present together in therapy. Learn how to determine which disorder may be primary and what to do next for the most effective client centered care. Discussions will include both non-medication interventions and when medications are most helpful for clients.

When persons with mental health or substance use disorders present in general health care and other community settings, they are often met with preconceived and stigmatizing interactions with front-line staff. It is important for helping professionals and front-line staff to understand the common beliefs about mental health and substance use disorder, as well as the historical, social, and perceived stigma that have real world consequence in health care and other service settings.

This program will focus on the assessment and intervention of suicidal thoughts in young adults. The first hour will cover methods of assessment, focusing on specific questions to ask and understanding barriers to reporting suicidal thoughts. We will discuss cultural influences on reporting suicidal thoughts and how to address them. The second hour will focus on the resulting interventions, including safety planning, involving family and other supports, and means restriction. We will discuss the critical importance of developing an onsite consultation team when treating suicidal teens.

The social work landscape is changing. We have more information at our fingertips than ever before. Telehealth technologies are being successfully utilized to broaden the reach of many practices. It is important for Social Workers to understand these services in a way that they can explain to consumers. As of January 1, 2018 NASW made significant changes to the Code of Ethics, many of which focus around technology. The updated Code encourages Social Workers to be thoughtful of the impact of technology on everyday practice and to adjust policies and procedures accordingly.

Overview: Do you often worry about your safety while working with clients? Do you want to ensure that your agency is a safe place to work? If you answered YES, then this workshop is for you. We will address the issue of safety and violence in the workplace with the goal of teaching the knowledge and skills practitioners and agencies need to effectively manage such violence and reduce staff risk. 

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Using a psycho social lens, we will explore pregnancy, birth and the postpartum period. The class will focus on the perinatal period as a life-cycle transition, looking at the normal changes, needs, and barriers as they relate to creating resilient mental health. We will discuss strategies and therapeutic interventions that can help women through this challenging and life-changing period of life as well as examine our own belief systems around the perinatal period, enabling us to better serve our clients.