This NNED space highlights events related to your behavioral health equity work.
We highlight events available online such as webinars or telecasts, national conferences and meetings, and regionally-based events that NNED members can register for and attend.
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Trust in Your Gut – Clinical Applications of Polyvagal Theory in Therapy and Relapse Prevention
08/25/21
The Polyvagal Theory of Stephen Porges, PhD, has been around for 25 years, but the practical application to therapy has been slow to develop. Porges’ research eloquently describes the dual role of the Vagus nerve in regulating the autonomic nervous sys …
A Gestalt View of the Latino Experience with Substance Use Disorders
09/15/21
This webinar offers the opportunity to enhance clinical, theoretical, and culturally sensitive skills to work with Latinos using a Gestalt approach. Participants will be presented with the core elements of the Gestalt theory, including the figure-and-g …
Use and Misuse of Psychological Testing in the Evaluation of Black Patients
09/16/21
This presentation will provide examples of the misapplication of psychological testing in Black people. The developers of some psychological tests and the practitioners who administer them are typically not trained psychometricians. Consequently, some …
2021 National Latino Behavioral Health Conference: Envisioning Latino Behavioral Health Equity in the Next Decade
09/16/21
Join the 2021 National Latino Behavioral Health Conference: Envisioning Latino Behavioral Health Equity in the Next Decade. The purpose of the 2021 National Latino Behavioral Health Conference is to highlight the latest and most relevant data around pr …
Use and Misuse of Psychological Testing in the Evaluation of Black Patients
09/16/21
This presentation will provide examples of the misapplication of psychological testing in Black people. The developers of some psychological tests and the practitioners who administer them are typically not trained psychometricians. Consequently, some …
Advancing Awareness in LGBTQ Care Part IV: Shaping Affirming Responses for Historically “Invisibilized” LGBTQIA+ Populations
09/17/21
Within our westernized society, issues affecting LGBTQIA+ community are garnering public recognition and attention. Despite the current relevance of the LGBTQIA+ community in current media, effective culturally responsive treatment approaches and tools …
Systemic Racism and Traumatic Racism: The Long and the Short of It…
09/17/21
The rapid passage from the pandemic to the BLM protests, in the wake of the killing of George Floyd, staged a confrontation between the racialized politics of public health and police death in the US and across the world. The disproportionate deaths of …
Guam’s Second Annual Conference on Substance Use Disorders Among Pacific Islanders
09/20/21
This virtual conference is being held in recognition of National Recovery Month, and the goal is to share knowledge and insights to enhance prevention, treatment, and recovery practices of substance use disorders for Pacific Islanders and their communi …
Mental Health Service Providers Mutual Support Group
09/20/21
Many community-based organizations have developed unique strategies for meeting the needs of service participants over the course of the year, but may still be struggling with maintaining their own wellness and self-care. To help facilitate support and …
Familia Adelante and Schools: Multi-Risk Reduction Behavioral Health Prevention for Latino Youth & Families
09/21/21
During this one and half hour session, Dr. Cervantes the developer of Familia Adelante will share and provide a summary of research and practice related to Familia Adelante. Familia Adelante (FA) is considered as a prevention and early intervention Ev …
Maximizing Therapeutic Alliance in Suicide Risk Assessment, Management, and Treatment
09/22/21
This 60-minute webinar is on suicide risk assessment, prevention, and treatment. At the conclusion of this presentation, participants will be able to: Describe two key aspects of the Aeschi model of psychotherapeutic care for suicidal patientsDefine ma …
ADHD Ages and Stages Part 2: Common Challenges and Practical Strategies for Teens and Young Adults with ADHD
09/22/21
Adolescence is marked by dramatic change — physically, emotionally, and socially. These shifts challenge not only teens and young adults, but also the people who love them. An ADHD diagnosis further muddies this tumultuous period. The dramatic transiti …
Family Resilience: A Journey of Strength and Support
09/23/21
The challenges and collective trauma that we are all experiencing during these unprecedented times often feel overwhelming. Our resilience – understand it and fostering it – has never been more important. This is true for each and every one of us and i …
Supporting the Social-Emotional Development of Young Children: Ideas, Strategies, and Resources
09/23/21
Social-emotional development has often been referred to as the “secret ingredient” for children’s success. Children who have a strong social-emotional foundation not only do better academically but also tend to be happier, have more friends, and show g …
Avoid the Parent Trap: Effective Strategies for Coping with Trauma Reminders While Parenting
09/23/21
While being a parent comes with moments of joy and triumph, parenting can also be quite stressful. Coping from one day to the next is a big part of the job. However, for many that have unhealed trauma wounds, the resources needed to manage parenting st …
Stimulants: A Focus on Effective Treatment Interventions and Recovery Supports
09/29/21
During this webinar, participants will learn how to: Discuss research findings related to brain recovery following the use of stimulantsRecall evidence-based behavioral interventions found to be effective in treating people with a stimulant use disorde …
Through Rose-Colored Glasses: When Cultural Competency Isn’t Enough
09/29/21
The story we hold as true impacts the way we interact in the world. In an increasingly diverse American landscape, counselors are challenged to understand the needs of clients often without having a foundation of cultural humility necessary to create a …
Working with Children with Autism
09/30/21
Considering that 1% of the world’s population has autism, we need to support clinicians looking to start working with this community. The importance of an interdisciplinary care team is important for supporting your clients. In this 1-hour interactive …
2021 Unity Summit
10/25/21
HHS Region 5 The four-day Unity Summit will host over 1200 participants to expand their individual and institutional practice in order to advance equity with an intersectional lens, and with community at the center of collective efforts. The summit see …