training

RADIAS Health is committed to training Mental Health Professionals in evidence based practices surrounding mental illness and substance use disorders as well as other topics which teach our employees to effectively work with clients in the community. Topics for training include Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Therapy, Interactive Effects of Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, and many other topics.

 

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These Trainings are free for RADIAS Health Employees.  If you are not an employee of RADIAS Health – please click here and use these forms to register for the trainings.

Events in June–August 2023

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June

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June 7, 2023(1 event)

8:30 am: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 101: So… what exactly is this "CBT?" - Day 1


June 7, 2023

 

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Trainer: Rob Lynett, MA, LPCC.

Length: 8 training hours (two 4 hour days)

Let's face it - everybody has heard of this thing called "CBT."  Now is your chance to learn about what it actually is and ask the questions you were afraid to ask.  Trust us, you're not the only one only pretending to know what the "cognitive loop" or "cognitive restructuring" is - this training will be open to all questions!

Objectives:

  1. Participants will learn how the cognitive loop and how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are related to one another.
  2. Participants will have an understanding of the role of CBT in treating Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.
  3. Participants will be able to describe core concepts and how to apply CBT principles in their work, including how to form a basic CBT case conceptualization.
  4. Participants will have an understanding of cognitive restructuring and the ABC framework.

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Virtual Location
June 8, 2023(1 event)

8:30 am: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 101: So… what exactly is this "CBT?" - Day 2


June 8, 2023

 

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Trainer: Rob Lynett, MA, LPCC.

Length: 8 training hours (two 4 hour days)

Let's face it - everybody has heard of this thing called "CBT."  Now is your chance to learn about what it actually is and ask the questions you were afraid to ask.  Trust us, you're not the only one only pretending to know what the "cognitive loop" or "cognitive restructuring" is - this training will be open to all questions!

Objectives:

  1. Participants will learn how the cognitive loop and how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are related to one another.
  2. Participants will have an understanding of the role of CBT in treating Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.
  3. Participants will be able to describe core concepts and how to apply CBT principles in their work, including how to form a basic CBT case conceptualization.
  4. Participants will have an understanding of cognitive restructuring and the ABC framework.

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Virtual Location
June 9, 2023
June 10, 2023
June 11, 2023
June 12, 2023
June 13, 2023(1 event)

9:00 am: Ethics


June 13, 2023

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Trainers:   Matthew Kustritz, LICSW Mental Health Therapist, Community Foundations 

Length: 3 training hours 

This course will review the key aspects of ethical standards for various Minnesota mental health professionals as well as the agency ethics policy. It will also address various aspects of ethics in the Internet age, including issues raised by various forms of social media. Participants will be presented with a range of situations which raise ethical issues or present dilemmas, and will discuss how standards may be applied. Attention will be given to situations with competing ethical values. 

Objectives: 

  • Participants will examine their own values in relation to agency and professional ethics. 
  • Participants will have a framework for exploring ethics within the context of social evolution.  
  • Participants will articulate strategies for examining and making ethical decisions. 

 

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Virtual Location
June 14, 2023(1 event)

9:00 am: Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention


June 14, 2023

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Presenter:  Patty Lauer-Roberts

Length: 4 Training Hours

This half-day training will focus on learning suicide assessment and intervention skills. We will review the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale [CSSRS] that are located in our forms in Credible for all RADIAS Health Programs. We will learn how to administer the assessment while seeing clients in all settings. This training will eliminate assumptions that these forms are difficult to administer and use with clients. This training will also help with expanding your knowledge about the risks for suicide, assessing a client's suicidal behavior and ideation, and how to intervene. We will learn and practice safety planning.

Training objectives:

  • Develop wider knowledge of factors involved with suicide
  • Broaden one's experience with the Credible forms
  • Increase knowledge with assessing suicidal behavior
  • Expand skill set with crisis planning and assessment

 

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Virtual Location
June 15, 2023(1 event)

9:00 am: Working with the LGBTQ Community: A Review and Discussion of Relevant Issues


June 15, 2023

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Trainers:  Elizabeth Theodora, MSW, LICSW and Len Amundson 

Length: 4.0 Training Hours 

Objectives: 

  • Participants will increase their understanding of the definitions related to the LGBTQ+ community  
  • Participants will review terminology pertaining to sex, gender identity, gender expression, gender role, and orientation - and the impacts on the lives of people who identify as LGBTQ+ 
  • Participants will become familiar with historical events pertaining to mental health, historical criminalization, social rights movements, and civil rights within the U.S. 
  • Participants will gain understanding of current events 
  • Participants will review common barrier and corresponding interventions pertaining to social, medical and systemic factors 
  • Participants will become familiar with some of the health care services in the LGBTQ+ community 
  • Participants are encouraged to explore their own biases related to this subject 
  • Participants are encouraged to consider their role as an ally or as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and their work with individuals served 

 

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Virtual Location
June 16, 2023
June 17, 2023
June 18, 2023
June 19, 2023
June 20, 2023(1 event)

8:30 am: Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills - Day 1


June 20, 2023

 

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Trainers: Laura Lynett, LPCC, Therapist; Brooke Schultz, LICSW Associate Director of Clinical Services

Length: 6 training hours (two 3 hour days)

Objectives:

  • Participants will have a better understanding of Borderline Personality Disorder, and will be able to outline the philosophy and foundation of DBT.
  • Participants will learn and practice validation strategies to assist people who experience significant dysregulation.
  • This course will provide a basic understanding of Borderline Personality Disorder. It will outline the philosophy and foundation of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and highlight the skills and practice relevant to the participants’ practice. Participants will work together to determine validation strategies and practice/role play them.

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Virtual Location
June 21, 2023(1 event)

8:30 am: Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills - Day 2


June 21, 2023

 

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Trainers: Laura Lynett, LPCC, Therapist; Brooke Schultz, LICSW Associate Director of Clinical Services

Length: 6 training hours (two 3 hour days)

Objectives:

  • Participants will have a better understanding of Borderline Personality Disorder, and will be able to outline the philosophy and foundation of DBT.
  • Participants will learn and practice validation strategies to assist people who experience significant dysregulation.
  • This course will provide a basic understanding of Borderline Personality Disorder. It will outline the philosophy and foundation of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and highlight the skills and practice relevant to the participants’ practice. Participants will work together to determine validation strategies and practice/role play them.

Click Here to Register for this training.

Virtual Location
June 22, 2023
June 23, 2023
June 24, 2023
June 25, 2023
June 26, 2023
June 27, 2023
June 28, 2023
June 29, 2023
June 30, 2023

July

July 1, 2023
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July 10, 2023
July 11, 2023(2 events)

8:30 am: Treating Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorder Together: What You Need to Know (IDDT) - Part 1


July 11, 2023

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Trainers:  Brooke Schultz, LICSW Associate Director of Clinical Services

Kellie Geisler, LPCC, TCM Manager

Length: 10.5 hours (three ½ days)

This is a three-day training. Participants can take one or all days of the training, however, we highly encourage staff to attend all three days to get the best amount of knowledge and experience out of this training. You will receive information about illicit substances, their impact on the brain when a person also has a mental illness, and how to intervene during the stages of change. Instructors use a variety of large and small group exercises during all days of this training.

Objectives:

  • Participants will be able to identify various illicit substances and prescription medications that are commonly misused
  •  Participants will become aware of assessment tools and clinical criteria to identify substance use disorders
  • Participants will be able to list various harm reduction strategies
  • Participants will be able to identify how mental illness and substance use disorders are inter-related and will receive basic information about brain chemistry as it relates to substance use disorders.
  • Participants will be able to identify stages of change and stages of treatment
  •  Participants will review and identify appropriate interventions for each stage of change
  • Participants will become familiar with basic concepts of Motivational Interviewing
  • Participants will have the opportunity to create a treatment plan based on diagnostic information and scenarios.

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Virtual Location

1:00 pm: Applied DBT Skills


July 11, 2023

 

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Trainer: Laura Lynett, LPCC, DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician

Length: 3.5 training hours

This course will highlight several of the skills taught in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. We will follow a fictional client throughout the training and participant will discuss ways this client can utilize the skills discussed. It is recommended that participants take the "Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder and DBT" training or have a basic understanding of Borderline Personality Disorder and DBT prior to taking this training.

Objectives:

Participants will be able to name the skills training modules used in DBT

Participants will have a basic understanding of the types of skills taught in DBT

Participants will be able to provide basic coaching around skill use

Participants will be able to practice skill use and coaching during the training

 

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Virtual Location
July 12, 2023(1 event)

8:30 am: Treating Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorder Together: What You Need to Know (IDDT) - Part 2


July 12, 2023

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Trainers:  Brooke Schultz, LICSW Associate Director of Clinical Services

Kellie Geisler, LPCC, TCM Manager

Length: 10.5 hours (three ½ days)

This is a three-day training. Participants can take one or all days of the training, however, we highly encourage staff to attend all three days to get the best amount of knowledge and experience out of this training. You will receive information about illicit substances, their impact on the brain when a person also has a mental illness, and how to intervene during the stages of change. Instructors use a variety of large and small group exercises during all days of this training.

Objectives:

  • Participants will be able to identify various illicit substances and prescription medications that are commonly misused
  •  Participants will become aware of assessment tools and clinical criteria to identify substance use disorders
  • Participants will be able to list various harm reduction strategies
  • Participants will be able to identify how mental illness and substance use disorders are inter-related and will receive basic information about brain chemistry as it relates to substance use disorders.
  • Participants will be able to identify stages of change and stages of treatment
  •  Participants will review and identify appropriate interventions for each stage of change
  • Participants will become familiar with basic concepts of Motivational Interviewing
  • Participants will have the opportunity to create a treatment plan based on diagnostic information and scenarios.

Click Here to Register for this training.

Virtual Location
July 13, 2023(1 event)

8:30 am: Treating Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorder Together: What You Need to Know (IDDT) - Part 3


July 13, 2023

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Trainers:  Brooke Schultz, LICSW Associate Director of Clinical Services

Kellie Geisler, LPCC, TCM Manager

Length: 10.5 hours (three ½ days)

This is a three-day training. Participants can take one or all days of the training, however, we highly encourage staff to attend all three days to get the best amount of knowledge and experience out of this training. You will receive information about illicit substances, their impact on the brain when a person also has a mental illness, and how to intervene during the stages of change. Instructors use a variety of large and small group exercises during all days of this training.

Objectives:

  • Participants will be able to identify various illicit substances and prescription medications that are commonly misused
  •  Participants will become aware of assessment tools and clinical criteria to identify substance use disorders
  • Participants will be able to list various harm reduction strategies
  • Participants will be able to identify how mental illness and substance use disorders are inter-related and will receive basic information about brain chemistry as it relates to substance use disorders.
  • Participants will be able to identify stages of change and stages of treatment
  •  Participants will review and identify appropriate interventions for each stage of change
  • Participants will become familiar with basic concepts of Motivational Interviewing
  • Participants will have the opportunity to create a treatment plan based on diagnostic information and scenarios.

Click Here to Register for this training.

Virtual Location
July 14, 2023
July 15, 2023
July 16, 2023
July 17, 2023
July 18, 2023
July 19, 2023
July 20, 2023
July 21, 2023
July 22, 2023
July 23, 2023
July 24, 2023(1 event)

9:00 am: Trauma Informed Care


July 24, 2023

 

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Trainers: Alyssa Conducy, LICSW and Julie Duncan, MA, LP Associate Directors of Clinical Services

Length: 6.5 Training hours (1- 6 hour day)

This course will provide participants with an overview of trauma including the impact on the brain, body, and lives of the individuals who experience it. We will discuss the prevalence of trauma and common trauma responses. We will review characteristics of trauma informed providers the principles of trauma informed care. This training includes practice techniques for use with individuals you serve.

Objectives:
• Have an understanding of trauma and trauma reactions
• Have the ability to identify and implement trauma informed service delivery strategies.

 

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Virtual Location
July 25, 2023
July 26, 2023
July 27, 2023
July 28, 2023
July 29, 2023
July 30, 2023
July 31, 2023

August

August 1, 2023(1 event)

8:30 am: Psychopharmacology


August 1, 2023

 

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Presenter:  Mukesh Kumar, MD

Length: 7 Training Hours

Psychiatric medications are often used in the management of mental health and substance use disorders. Various medications affect mood, attention, behavior, and thought processes. This training will provide an overview of commonly prescribed medications, what they are used for, and associated side effects. This training contains significant medical terminology

Objectives:

  • Participants will have an understanding of commonly prescribed psychiatric medications and their role in treating mental health and substance use disorders.
  • Participants will be aware of common side effects and strategies for helping people communicate their concerns with the prescriber.
  • Participants will be aware of trends and emerging practices associated with the use of psychiatric medications.

 

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Virtual Location
August 2, 2023
August 3, 2023
August 4, 2023
August 5, 2023
August 6, 2023
August 7, 2023
August 8, 2023(1 event)

9:00 am: Family Psychoeducation


August 8, 2023

 

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Presenter: Julie Duncan, MA, LP

Length: 3 Training Hours

This training will review the basic elements and practice principles of the evidenced based practice of Family Psychoeducation. We will also explore helpful strategies in effectively engaging families in the treatment planning process and during crises. We will discuss what to do when the individuals we serve do not have family or do not wish for them to be involved in their care.

Objectives:
• Understand the practice principles of Family Psychoeducation
• Learn effective engagement strategies to engage families
• Explore alternatives when individuals don't have family involved

 

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Virtual Location
August 9, 2023
August 10, 2023
August 11, 2023
August 12, 2023
August 13, 2023
August 14, 2023
August 15, 2023
August 16, 2023
August 17, 2023(1 event)

1:00 pm: Person-Centered Thinking, Planning and Client Rights: Whose Goal is it, Anyway?


August 17, 2023

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Trainer: Brooke Schultz, LICSW Associate Director of Clinical Services

Length: 3.0 training hours

The concept of Person-Centered Care is integral to how RADIAS approaches work we do with people we serve. This training provides a broad overview of the Person-Centered Approach in supporting persons served.

 

Participants will be able to:

  • Understand the context of person-centered care in Minnesota's systems
  • Be aware of examples of person-centered language (as well as language to avoid)
  • Practice using several tools to provide a person-centered approach

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Virtual Location
August 18, 2023
August 19, 2023
August 20, 2023
August 21, 2023
August 22, 2023
August 23, 2023(1 event)

9:00 am: Crisis Intervention and De-escalation: Being Effective while Keeping Yourself Safe


August 23, 2023

 

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Trainers: Amy Jones, LICSW, Josie Kligaman, LGSW

Length: 4 hours

 

This training will provide an overview of crisis prevention, intervention, and de-escalation strategies through early intervention and nonphysical methods for preventing and managing individuals experiencing a crisis. The course will include discussion of: the crisis development model, staff's attitudes and approaches, non-verbal communication, verbal intervention, precipitating factors of a crisis, importance of developing rapport and knowing clients' history, environmental assessment, rational detachment, and follow up after a crisis. Staff will also learn personal safety techniques in the event a strike or grab occurs during a crisis situation. A post-test will be given to all participants at the end of this training.

 

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Virtual Location
August 24, 2023
August 25, 2023
August 26, 2023
August 27, 2023
August 28, 2023
August 29, 2023
August 30, 2023
August 31, 2023

September

September 1, 2023
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