october, 2022

07oct9:00 am4:00 pmMental Health Institute for WA State Providers: Strategies to Support Patients with IDD / ASD and Mental Health Challenges Event Organized By: Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Network - Northwest Region Event Type:TrainingIn-person or Online:Online

Event Details

Full Day Training October 7, 2022 with Ongoing Trainings Every Friday 11 a.m. – 1 pm through Dec 16, 2022.

OVERVIEW
The goal of this training is to build on existing provider expertise and expand confidence and competence in working with clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder.

The training will cover core components of evidence-based practices for youth mental health such as effective assessment, treatment planning, culturally relevant care, and strategies for depression, anxiety, and trauma. Examples will be presented of adaptations of commonly used interventions which use visually based learning, use of structure and routine, support for sensory needs, and strategies to support effective behavior. Training sessions will include didactic presentations of specific tools and strategies, case presentations utilizing those skills, lived experience perspectives, and opportunities for questions, discussion and continued learning.

TRAINING FACILITATORS
James Mancini, MS, CCC-SLP
Director, INCLUDE

Molly Cevasco, PhD, BCBA
Clinical Psychologist

Alana McVey, PhD
Postdoctoral Fellow

Marie Loeb, LICSW, LMHC, CMHS, DMHS
Clinical Social Worker

Register: Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Track | Mental Health Institute for Washington State Providers | Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (MHTTC) Network (mhttcnetwork.org)

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FULL-DAY TRAINING  FRIDAY OCTOBER 7, 2022   9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (PT)
Topics Include:

  • Systemic Issues
  • Testimonials from providers and clients
  • Medical and Social Models of Disability
  • Understanding Diagnostic Criteria
  • Mental Health in IDD/ASD

TRAINING SERIES – FRIDAYS, 11:00 AM TO 1:00 PM (PT)
Content to be covered:

  • 10/14: Building Rapport and Validation
  • 10/21: Assessment and Prioritization of Needs
  • 10/28: Setting up for Success
  • 11/4: Emotion Identification and Relaxation Strategies
  • 11/18: Behavioral Activation
  • 12/2: Exposure Therapy
  • 12/9: Suicidality and Risk Assessment
  • 12/16: What To Do When It Isn’t Working

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Time

(Friday) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Location

Online

Organizer

Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Network - Northwest RegionWe provide training and technical assistance (TA) in evidence-based practices (EBPs) in SAMHSA’s Region 10 (Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington). Our MHTTC Network Area of Focus is Evidence-based practices for psychosis including CBT for psychosis (CBTp) and Assertive Community Treatment (ACT). Our target workforce includes: behavioral health and primary care providers, school and social service staff, and anyone whose work has the potential to improve behavioral health outcomes for individuals with or at risk of developing serious mental health issues.

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