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Motivational Interviewing - Phases of an MI conversation; Planning to implement learning from series in ongoing work
2026-04-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-16 10:00 - 12:00 UTC
HeadsUp Presents: This workshop series will present an overview of Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills and their application as they pertain to engagement with individuals experiencing early psychosis. Sessions will focus on listening and engagement skills that can improve client engagement and progress through focusing conversations, evoking change talk, and introducing planning. Attendance at all eight (8) sessions of the cohort is required, as well as the completion, submission, and processing of four (4) recorded practices of the skills. This session will focus on the phases of an MI conversation and how to effectively implement learning from this series in ongoing work.

Objectives:
Recall the phases of an MI conversation.
Define and practice Agenda Setting with MI Spirit.
Design, use and implementation of series learning into ongoing work.
Intended Audience: All staff are encouraged to attend.

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DLA-20 Functional Assessment Training
2026-04-21 09:30 - 14:00, 2026-05-07 09:30 - 14:00
UMD Presents: The DLA-20 functional assessment fulfills the Maryland Medicaid requirement for a core standardized assessment tool.

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PEER SUPPORT Learning Community
2026-04-22 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-27 12:00 - 14:00
MHP Presents: Join the DELCO Peer Support Learning Community every. Join the DELCO Peer Support Learning Community every month to engage with your fellow Peers, get updated on Services provided in Delaware County, and earn some CEUs.

Training Topic: Autism and ADHD

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DSM Diagnosis of the First Psychosis Episode: Past, Present, and Future
2026-04-24 13:00 - 14:30
MAPNET Presents: Upcoming Community Call, “DSM Diagnosis of the First Psychosis Episode: Past, Present, and Future” with Drs. Rajiv Tandon, Dost Ongur, and Matcheri Keshavan on Friday, April 24th from 1-2:30pm. This webinar will examine the development of the DSM framework for psychosis and discuss future directions for psychiatric classification in the upcoming 6th edition of the DSM.

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Psychosis CARE 2026 Virtual Conference
2026-04-28 08:30 - 2026-04-29 14:00
Washington State Health Care Authority Presents: The Psychosis CARE Virtual Conference invites a broad audience (school staff, PCPs, mental health therapists, SUD professionals, law enforcement, families, individuals with lived experience, etc.) to gather virtually to engage in Community Awareness, Resources, and Education as it relates to Psychosis.
This annual event features breakout sessions led by speakers who are experts in the field of psychosis. Attendees can expect to learn more about early identification of psychosis, resources for supporting individuals experiencing symptoms of psychosis, resources for psychosis care available in Washington State, as well as opportunities to engage with other attendees.
Psychosis CARE represents a collaboration between the New Journeys network, Washington State Health Care Authority, the University of Washington SPIRIT Center, the Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, and EnRoute, with funding support from SAMHSA.

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Motivational Interviewing - Introduction to MI Spirit and engagement skills; Practice with open-ended questions and simple reflections
2026-04-28 10:00 - 12:00
HeadsUp Presents: This workshop series will present an overview of Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills and their application as they pertain to engagement with individuals experiencing early psychosis. Sessions will focus on listening and engagement skills that can improve client engagement and progress through focusing conversations, evoking change talk, and introducing planning. Attendance at all eight (8) sessions of the cohort is required, as well as the completion, submission, and processing of four (4) recorded practices of the skills. This session will focus on an introduction to the MI Spirit and engagement skills, specifically addressing practice with open-ended questions and simple reflections.

Objectives:
Describe an introduction to MI Spirit.
Summarize engagement and listening skills.
Express and practice open-ended questions and simple reflections.
Intended Audience: All staff are encouraged to attend.

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Technical Assistance Session for DLA20, PCCP and CTI
2026-04-28 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-26 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-23 13:00 - 14:00
UMD Presents: For providers including direct service staff and leadership in the Public Behavioral Health System, Technical Assistance is available via office-hours style webinars where participants get to address questions and get technical assistance on topics including:
Person-Centered Care Planning
Person-Centered Assessments
Narrative Summaries that demonstrate Medical Necessity
Supervising Person-Centered Care
Functional Assessments including the DLA-20
Documentation and Progress Noting
Critical Time Intervention Implementation
Open forum small group discussion.
Please Note: Due to semi-structured online format, CEUs/COAs are NOT available for Office Hours. Participation in Office Hours is not a substitute for the DLA-20 Basic training required for the for submission of service authorization/reauthorization requests for adults in Adult Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs, Mobile Treatment programs, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Programs (PRPs), and Residential Rehabilitation Programs (RRPs). These training sessions are provided free of charge by the Behavioral Health Administration through the University of Maryland’s Training and Evidence-Based Practice Centers.

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Everyone Can Support People Through the Challenges of Using Psychiatric Medication
2026-04-30 12:00 - 13:00
CCBH Presents: It can be challenging to use psychiatric medications over time. In this interactive webinar, Pat Deegan will discuss how to identify common challenges that interfere with using psych meds optimally to support recovery. She will also share proven and practical methods for supporting folks through these challenges. There will also be time for discussion.

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Overview of Early Psychosis Identification and Intervention
2026-04-30 13:00 - 14:00
Drexel Behavioral Healthcare Education Department Presents: Because schizophrenia spectrum disorders are relatively common, affecting approximately 4% of young people, nearly all mental health care providers will encounter individuals experiencing psychosis or its early warning signs. The sooner individuals are identified and receive care following the first onset of psychosis spectrum symptoms, the better their functional and personal outcomes are likely to be. This session provides an overview of early psychosis symptoms across the spectrum from risk symptoms to threshold psychosis disorders. Research- and practice-informed strategies for recognizing, assessing and responding to psychosis spectrum symptoms will be presented in the context of social determinants of health that may impact recognition and referral pathways. Attendees will learn about evidence-based coordinated specialty care programs for early psychosis, and ways to facilitate connection to local care for individuals experiencing early psychosis.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
Identify early signs and symptoms of psychosis and their contexts.
Discuss the benefits and components of coordinated specialty care for individuals with early psychosis as suggested by research in this area.
Describe at least three ways to connect to regional specialized evidence-based treatment resources for individuals experiencing early psychosis.
CE Credits:
CPRP-1; LSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT-1; NBCC-1; PA Act48-1; IACET-.1
Training fee: Free to attend; $10 for CEs/certificate
Instructor: Monica E. Calkins, PhD, and Christian Kohler, MD

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Motivational Interviewing - Listening skills for engaging consumers – Identifying thoughts, feelings and values; Practice with complex reflections
2026-05-05 10:00 - 12:00
HeadsUp Presents: This workshop series will present an overview of Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills and their application as they pertain to engagement with individuals experiencing early psychosis. Sessions will focus on listening and engagement skills that can improve client engagement and progress through focusing conversations, evoking change talk, and introducing planning. Attendance at all eight (8) sessions of the cohort is required, as well as the completion, submission, and processing of four (4) recorded practices of the skills. This session will focus on listening skills for engaging clients specifically addressing identifying thoughts, feelings and values as well, as practice with complex reflections.

Objectives:
Define and describe listening skills for engaging consumers’ thoughts, feelings and values.
Identify and practice complex reflections that reflect meaning.
Identify and practice complex reflections that reflect feelings and values.
Intended Audience: All staff are encouraged to attend.

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Part 1: Understanding AI in Behavioral Health Practice
2026-05-05 10:00 - 12:00
ATTC Presents: This session introduces foundational concepts in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and explores how AI is currently being used across behavioral health and social service settings. Participants will examine real-world applications, including large language models, predictive tools, and digital mental health supports, while critically assessing their implications for practice.
The session will also highlight emerging evidence on how AI systems can perpetuate partiality—particularly affecting individuals with serious mental illness, various communities, and those with limited digital access.
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Empire of Madness: Reimagining Western Mental Health Care for Everyone
2026-05-05 13:00 - 14:30
iSPS-US Presents: Join ISPS-US for an engaging webinar featuring author Dr. Khameer Kidia and his urgent new book, Empire of Madness: Reimagining Western Mental Health Care for Everyone. A Rhodes Scholar and Harvard physician-anthropologist, Dr. Kidia fundamentally re-evaluates the Western approach to mental health, which often focuses on medicating individual symptoms while ignoring the exploitative societal systems, from debt and housing insecurity to the psychological effects of colonialism, that cause widespread distress.
Through readings from the book and an insightful author chat, we will explore Kidia’s nuanced questions: How do history, culture, and politics shape mental distress? Can social interventions like cash payments replace pills for those in poverty? And what lessons can we draw from global mental health care approaches, particularly in poorer countries, where outcomes for conditions like schizophrenia are sometimes surprisingly better without relying solely on Western-style psychopharmacology? This event invites clinicians, caregivers, and people with lived experience to consider a truly global and mutual vision of wellbeing that prioritizes structural change alongside clinical care.

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Part 2: Ethical Decision-Making & Responsible AI Integration
2026-05-07 10:00 - 12:00
ATTC Presents: Building on part one, this interactive session focuses on ethical frameworks and practical strategies for integrating AI into behavioral health practice responsibly. Participants will engage in case-based learning to evaluate AI outputs, identify risks, and apply ethical decision-making models grounded in behavioral health values. The session will also explore how behavioral health professionals can play a leadership role in co-designing AI tools with communities and supporting responsible implementation across systems.
OBJECTIVES:
By the end of this series, participants will be able to:
Define key concepts related to artificial intelligence, including large language models, machine learning, and decision-support tools, in the context of behavioral health practice.
Identify current and emerging applications of AI in social work and behavioral health settings, including both provider-facing and client-facing tools.
Recognize potential risks and harms, including algorithmic partiality, misinformation, privacy concerns, and preferential access to AI technologies.
Apply ethical frameworks grounded in behavioral health principles (e.g., dignity, autonomy, fairness) to evaluate the use of AI in real-world scenarios.
Critically assess AI-generated outputs for partiality, person-centered care, and trauma sensitivity.
Develop practical strategies for safely integrating AI into workflows while maintaining professional and ethical standards.
Define the role of behavioral health professionals as leaders in shaping, co-designing, and establishing the development of responsible AI systems in behavioral health.
Engage clients and communities in conversations about AI use, transparency, and consent in care delivery.

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DBHIDS (Classroom Live) WRAP 1 Seminar
2026-05-11 09:00 - 2026-05-12 16:00
Mental Health Partnerships Presents: Wellness Recovery Action Plan® (WRAP) is an evidence-based practice developed by the Copeland Center for Wellness and Recovery. This introductory course was initially designed for people living with mental health issues but has since been found to be equally effective for others including people living with a history of substance abuse, problematic behaviors or any life challenge for which improvement is desired. In WRAP® participants are guided through the process of creating their own WRAP through the identification of personal wellness tools.
Learners are introduced to recovery concepts and taught practical ways to incorporate them in daily life. In addition, learners are taught to identify their personal triggers, early warning signs and develop action plans to reduce or avoid escalation. Finally, learners develop a crisis plan and post crisis plan. Learners who complete WRAP Seminar I are authorized to facilitate one-on-one WRAP sessions. Additionally this training session fulfills the prerequisite for the WRAP® Seminar II: WRAP Facilitator Training.

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Motivational Interviewing - Focusing skills for engaging consumers – Framing the conversation; Practice with focusing skills and summaries
2026-05-12 10:00 - 12:00
HeadsUp Presents: This workshop series will present an overview of Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills and their application as they pertain to engagement with individuals experiencing early psychosis. Sessions will focus on listening and engagement skills that can improve client engagement and progress through focusing conversations, evoking change talk, and introducing planning. Attendance at all eight (8) sessions of the cohort is required, as well as the completion, submission, and processing of four (4) recorded practices of the skills. This session will focus on skills for engaging clients, specifically addressing how to frame a conversation and practice with focusing skills and summaries.

Objectives:
Describe an overview of setting intentions and framing the conversation.
Identify and practice focusing skills.
Identify and practice summaries.
Intended Audience: All staff are encouraged to attend

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Motivational Interviewing - Strengths-based engagement skills; Practice with simple and complex affirmations
2026-05-19 10:00 - 12:00
HeadsUp Presents: This workshop series will present an overview of Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills and their application as they pertain to engagement with individuals experiencing early psychosis. Sessions will focus on listening and engagement skills that can improve client engagement and progress through focusing conversations, evoking change talk, and introducing planning. Attendance at all eight (8) sessions of the cohort is required, as well as the completion, submission, and processing of four (4) recorded practices of the skills. This session will focus on strengths-based engagement skills and practice with both simple and complex affirmations.

Objectives:
Describe strategies for strengths-based engagement skills.
Identify and practice simple affirmations.
Identify and practice complex affirmations.
Intended Audience: All staff are encouraged to attend.

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DLA-20 Functional Assessment Training
2026-05-21 09:30 - 14:00, 2026-06-05 09:30 - 14:00, 2026-06-24 09:30 - 14:00
UMD Presents: The DLA-20 functional assessment fulfills the Maryland Medicaid requirement for a core standardized assessment tool. (Training Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm) For non-Maryland-based provider agency staff, please contact MTM Services.

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How to Advocate with Your Psychiatric Care Provider to Find the Treatment That is Right for You
2026-05-21 14:00 - 15:00
CCBH Presents: It can be challenging to work with psychiatric care providers during routine, brief “med checks”. In this 60 min workshop, Patricia E. Deegan PhD will introduce the idea that when we meet with providers there are two experts in the room. She will demonstrate practical self-advocacy strategies that help us get the treatment that is right for us as individuals.
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Motivational Interviewing - Recognizing change and sustain talk; Practice with evoking change talk
2026-05-26 10:00 - 12:00
HeadsUp Presents: This workshop series will present an overview of Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills and their application as they pertain to engagement with individuals experiencing early psychosis. Sessions will focus on listening and engagement skills that can improve client engagement and progress through focusing conversations, evoking change talk, and introducing planning. Attendance at all eight (8) sessions of the cohort is required, as well as the completion, submission, and processing of four (4) recorded practices of the skills. This session will focus on recognizing change and sustain talk, and specifically practice evoking change talk.

Objectives:
Label change and sustain talk.
Interpret change and sustain talk from participants’ caseloads.
Identify and practice evoking change talk.
Intended Audience: All staff are encouraged to attend.

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Certified Peer Specialist Training
2026-06-01 09:00 - 2026-06-12 17:00
Mental Health Partnerships Presents: Certification Training is a 75-hour training, delivered live (in-person) over 10 training days. The training provides foundational knowledge, skills and values that equip individuals to work as Peer Supporters in the state of Pennsylvania. A CPS is willing to self-identify as having a serious behavioral health disorder (mental and/or addiction illness ). A CPS supports others in their recovery process, builds mutual trust, shares experiences, learns about the recovery process, and moves toward a more meaningful life in the community.
Sponsored by DBHIDS
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Motivational Interviewing - Recognizing change and sustain talk; Practice with responding to sustain talk
2026-06-02 10:00 - 12:00
HeadsUp Presents: This workshop series will present an overview of Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills and their application as they pertain to engagement with individuals experiencing early psychosis. Sessions will focus on listening and engagement skills that can improve client engagement and progress through focusing conversations, evoking change talk, and introducing planning. Attendance at all eight (8) sessions of the cohort is required, as well as the completion, submission, and processing of four (4) recorded practices of the skills. This session will focus on recognizing change and sustain talk, and specifically practice responding to sustain talk.

Objectives:
Describe how to respond to change and sustain talk.
Explain of evocation skills.
Identify and practice responding to sustain talk.
Intended Audience: All staff are encouraged to attend.

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Psychosis REACH Training
2026-06-05 12:00 - 15:00
Psychosis REACH Presents: The Psychosis REACH Training consists of four parts:
First, you will complete the online Psychosis REACH course at your own pace. The course should take roughly 5 hours to complete. You can revisit the course as often as you’d like. Along with the course, you will receive immediate access to a Psychosis REACH community board to connect with other families participating in the training.
Once you finish the course, you will receive access to a Psychosis REACH Resource Library which will include all of the training materials along with a number of additional resources our team has compiled for you.
After finishing the course, you will also be automatically registered for a 3-hour live skills training workshop on June 5th, 2026 (9am-12pm Pacific Time). This live workshop will consist of live Q&A and demonstrations of the Psychosis REACH skills by a Psychosis REACH Family Ambassador and expert trainer. If you are not able to attend this event, we have scheduled additional training events through 2026. You can visit our website for more information on training dates.
Finally, you will have the option of connecting with a Psychosis REACH Family Ambassador for additional peer support and Psychosis REACH skills coaching. You will receive instructions at the end of the online REACH course and at the live event on how to connect with a trained Family Ambassador.
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Motivational Interviewing - Engagement skills for emphasizing personal power and choice; Practice with autonomy support
2026-06-09 10:00 - 12:00
HeadsUp Presents: This workshop series will present an overview of Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills and their application as they pertain to engagement with individuals experiencing early psychosis. Sessions will focus on listening and engagement skills that can improve client engagement and progress through focusing conversations, evoking change talk, and introducing planning. Attendance at all eight (8) sessions of the cohort is required, as well as the completion, submission, and processing of four (4) recorded practices of the skills. This session will focus on engagement skills for emphasizing personal power and choice, and specific practice with autonomy support.

Objectives:
Explain engagement skills for emphasizing personal power and choice.
Define discord with personal power and choice.
Identify and practice autonomy supports.
Intended Audience: All staff are encouraged to attend.

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