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 September–November 2023
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September 7, 2023(1 event)
8:30 am: Illness Management & Recovery: How to Make A Binder with 11 Chapters Come Alive8:30 am: Illness Management & Recovery: How to Make A Binder with 11 Chapters Come Alive –
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Trainer: Rob Lynett, MA, LPCC. Length: 4.0 training hours Illness Management and Recovery (IMR) is an evidence-based practice (EBP) designed to help people diagnosed with mental illness learn new skills and knowledge to help manage their symptoms and stressors. You've likely heard people talking about it, or seen the big binder in your office. It's possible you've even looked into the binder and thought "Geez, there's a lot of good stuff in here, but no way is Joe working on this binder with me. It looks boring!" Come to this training, then - we'll explore the wonderful, 11 chapter world of IMR and we'll learn how to make the material come alive for your clients! Objectives:
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September 12, 2023(1 event)
9:00 am: Civil Commitment Court9:00 am: Civil Commitment Court –
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Trainer: Julie Duncan MA, LP & Kellie Geisler, MA, LPCC Length: 3 Training Hours
This training will provide an overview of the civil commitment process with a focus on the case manager's role. We will review the steps leading up to commitment, the types of petitions, and what happens after someone is civilly committed. We will explain reporting requirements and revocations. Objectives:
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September 19, 2023(2 events)
8:30 am: Motivational Interviewing - Day 18:30 am: Motivational Interviewing - Day 1 –
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Trainers: Fran Lesicko, MA, LP Length: Length: 13 hours (4 half days) This training allows participants to learn and practice the evidence based practice of motivational interviewing. 1. Participants will be able to describe the following motivational strategies and techniques: Reflection, Affirmation, Summary, and Open-ended Questions.
Virtual Location 9:00 am: Mental Illness 1019:00 am: Mental Illness 101 – Click Here to Register for this training.
Trainer: Ben Blanchette Length: 3.0 training hours
This course will give participants an overview of diagnoses most commonly seen in working with individuals who get services from RADIAS Health. Participants will be able to describe the diagnosis system and will be able to identify symptoms of mental illness. If you are new to the field, or want a refresher on things you may have forgotten in college or grad school, this course if for you!
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September 20, 2023(2 events)
8:30 am: Motivational Interviewing - Day 28:30 am: Motivational Interviewing - Day 2 –
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Trainers: Fran Lesicko, MA, LP Length: Length: 13 hours (4 half days) This training allows participants to learn and practice the evidence based practice of motivational interviewing. 1. Participants will be able to describe the following motivational strategies and techniques: Reflection, Affirmation, Summary, and Open-ended Questions.
Virtual Location 9:00 am: Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention9:00 am: Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention – Click Here to Register for this training.
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:
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September 26, 2023(1 event)
8:30 am: Motivational Interviewing - Day 38:30 am: Motivational Interviewing - Day 3 –
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Trainers: Fran Lesicko, MA, LP Length: Length: 13 hours (4 half days) This training allows participants to learn and practice the evidence based practice of motivational interviewing. 1. Participants will be able to describe the following motivational strategies and techniques: Reflection, Affirmation, Summary, and Open-ended Questions.
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September 27, 2023(1 event)
8:30 am: Motivational Interviewing - Day 48:30 am: Motivational Interviewing - Day 4 –
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Trainers: Fran Lesicko, MA, LP Length: Length: 13 hours (4 half days) This training allows participants to learn and practice the evidence based practice of motivational interviewing. 1. Participants will be able to describe the following motivational strategies and techniques: Reflection, Affirmation, Summary, and Open-ended Questions.
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October 3, 2023(1 event)
8:30 am: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 101: So… what exactly is this "CBT?" - Day 18:30 am: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 101: So… what exactly is this "CBT?" - Day 1 –
Click Here to Register for this training. 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:
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October 4, 2023(1 event)
8:30 am: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 101: So… what exactly is this "CBT?" - Day 28:30 am: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 101: So… what exactly is this "CBT?" - Day 2 –
Click Here to Register for this training. 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:
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October 5, 2023(1 event)
12:00 pm: Managing the Cost of Caring and Keeping Your Compassion12:00 pm: Managing the Cost of Caring and Keeping Your Compassion –
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Trainer: Julie Duncan, MA, LP Associate Director of Clinical Services Length: 3 Training Hours Training participants will explore the concepts of both compassion fatigue and compassion satisfaction. We will learn how recognize signs and symptoms, and do our own assessment. Participants will leave the training with their own self-care plan. Objectives:
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October 10, 2023(1 event)
9:00 am: Trauma Informed Care - Day 19:00 am: Trauma Informed Care - Day 1 –
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Trainers: Alyssa Conducy, LICSW and Julie Duncan, MA, LP Associate Directors of Clinical Services Length: 6.5 Training hours (two 3 hour days) 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:
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October 11, 2023
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October 12, 2023(1 event)
9:00 am: Trauma Informed Care - Day 29:00 am: Trauma Informed Care - Day 2 –
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Trainers: Alyssa Conducy, LICSW and Julie Duncan, MA, LP Associate Directors of Clinical Services Length: 6.5 Training hours (two 3 hour days) 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: Click Here to Register for this training.
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October 13, 2023(1 event)
9:00 am: Working with the LGBTQ Community: A Review and Discussion of Relevant Issues9:00 am: Working with the LGBTQ Community: A Review and Discussion of Relevant Issues – Click Here to Register for this training.
Trainers: Elizabeth Theodora, MSW, LICSW and Len Amundson Length: 4.0 Training Hours Objectives:
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October 14, 2023
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October 17, 2023(1 event)
12:30 pm: Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills - Day 112:30 pm: Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills - Day 1 –
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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:
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October 18, 2023(1 event)
12:30 pm: Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills - Day 212:30 pm: Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills - Day 2 –
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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:
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October 19, 2023
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October 20, 2023(1 event)
1:00 pm: Micro-Aggressions1:00 pm: Micro-Aggressions – Click Here to Register for this training.
Trainer: Amineh Safi Length: 3 training hours Description : Navigating MicroAggressions Training What is it? An opportunity to learn how microaggressions impact individuals and the workplaces so we can foster a more respectful and inclusive environment.
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November 8, 2023(2 events)
9:00 am: Person-Centered Thinking, Planning and Client Rights: Whose Goal is it, Anyway?9:00 am: Person-Centered Thinking, Planning and Client Rights: Whose Goal is it, Anyway? – Click Here to Register for this training.
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.
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Virtual Location 1:00 pm: Applied DBT Skills1:00 pm: Applied DBT Skills –
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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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November 9, 2023(1 event)
8:30 am: Crisis Intervention and De-escalation: Being Effective while Keeping Yourself Safe8:30 am: Crisis Intervention and De-escalation: Being Effective while Keeping Yourself Safe –
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Trainers: ; Jessica Metkowski-Gulden, LPCC, ACT Manager, Kelsey Gries, F-ACT Practitioner 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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November 10, 2023
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November 14, 2023(2 events)
8:30 am: Treating Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorder Together: What You Need to Know (IDDT) - Part 18:30 am: Treating Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorder Together: What You Need to Know (IDDT) - Part 1 – Click Here to Register for this training.
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:
Virtual Location 9:00 am: Ethics9:00 am: Ethics – Click Here to Register for this training.
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:
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November 15, 2023(1 event)
8:30 am: Treating Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorder Together: What You Need to Know (IDDT) - Part 28:30 am: Treating Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorder Together: What You Need to Know (IDDT) - Part 2 – Click Here to Register for this training.
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:
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November 16, 2023(1 event)
8:30 am: Treating Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorder Together: What You Need to Know (IDDT) - Part 38:30 am: Treating Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorder Together: What You Need to Know (IDDT) - Part 3 – Click Here to Register for this training.
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:
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