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.
Events in August–October 2022
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Psychopharmacology
Psychopharmacology
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August 4, 2022Presenter: 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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Family Psychoeducation
Family Psychoeducation
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August 5, 2022Presenter: 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
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Trauma Informed Care
Trauma Informed Care
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August 9, 2022Trainers: 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:
- Have an understanding of trauma and trauma reactions
- Have the ability to identify and implement trauma informed service delivery strategies
Want to Attend one of our Trainings?
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Person-Centered Thinking, Planning and Client Rights: Whose Goal is it, Anyway?
Person-Centered Thinking, Planning and Client Rights: Whose Goal is it, Anyway?
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August 16, 2022Trainers: Brooke Schultz, LICSW Associate Director of Clinical Services; Kendra Wagener, MSW, LGSW
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 LocationTrauma Informed CareTrauma Informed Care
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August 16, 2022Trainers: 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:
- Have an understanding of trauma and trauma reactions
- Have the ability to identify and implement trauma informed service delivery strategies
Want to Attend one of our Trainings?
Use the form below or email traininggroup@radiashealth.org
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Trauma Informed Care
Trauma Informed Care
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August 18, 2022Trainers: 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:
- Have an understanding of trauma and trauma reactions
- Have the ability to identify and implement trauma informed service delivery strategies
Want to Attend one of our Trainings?
Use the form below or email traininggroup@radiashealth.org
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Illness Management & Recovery: How to Make A Binder with 11 Chapters Come Alive
Illness Management & Recovery: How to Make A Binder with 11 Chapters Come Alive
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September 6, 2022Trainer: 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:
- Participants will learn to assist clients in defining and setting recovery goals, understand how to help clients learn and practice skills, and how to structure sessions with clients
- Participants will have a basic understanding of how to apply this practice in groups
- Participants will receive a review of the IMR Modules
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Crisis Intervention and De-escalation: Being Effective while Keeping Yourself Safe
Crisis Intervention and De-escalation: Being Effective while Keeping Yourself Safe
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September 7, 2022Trainers: Amy Jones, LICSW, Josie Kligaman, LGSW, Rob Lynett, LPCC, ACT Therapist; Jessica Metkowski-Gulden, LPCC, ACT Manager, Kelsey Gries, F-ACT Practitioner, Hannah Nelson, 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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Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing
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September 12, 2022 – September 14, 2022Trainers: Fran Lesicko, MA, LP
Length: Length: 13 hours (three half days)
This training allows participants to learn and practice the evidence based practice of motivational interviewing.
- Participants will be able to describe the following motivational strategies and techniques: Reflection, Affirmation, Summary, and Open-ended Questions.
- Participants will learn how to identify, elicit and respond to Change Talk
- Participants will learn effective ways to provide information.
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Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing
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September 12, 2022 – September 14, 2022Trainers: Fran Lesicko, MA, LP
Length: Length: 13 hours (three half days)
This training allows participants to learn and practice the evidence based practice of motivational interviewing.
- Participants will be able to describe the following motivational strategies and techniques: Reflection, Affirmation, Summary, and Open-ended Questions.
- Participants will learn how to identify, elicit and respond to Change Talk
- Participants will learn effective ways to provide information.
Want to Attend one of our Trainings?
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Virtual LocationMicro AggressionMicro Aggression
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September 13, 2022Want to Attend one of our Trainings?
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Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing
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September 12, 2022 – September 14, 2022Trainers: Fran Lesicko, MA, LP
Length: Length: 13 hours (three half days)
This training allows participants to learn and practice the evidence based practice of motivational interviewing.
- Participants will be able to describe the following motivational strategies and techniques: Reflection, Affirmation, Summary, and Open-ended Questions.
- Participants will learn how to identify, elicit and respond to Change Talk
- Participants will learn effective ways to provide information.
Want to Attend one of our Trainings?
Use the form below or email traininggroup@radiashealth.org
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Psychiatric Rehabilitation: Assessment & Creative, Intentional Interventions
Psychiatric Rehabilitation: Assessment & Creative, Intentional Interventions
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September 15, 2022Trainers: Alyssa Conducy, LICSW, Brooke Schultz, LICSW Associate Directors of Clinical Services
Length: 4 Training Hours
This training will include a focus the use of task breakdown, individualized intervention planning, and the use of tools and formal structure to build skills for managing symptoms and skills across all functional domains.
Objectives:
- Participants will receive training on the foundational principles of psychiatric rehabilitation
- Participants will learn to connect symptoms to functioning, and functioning to intentional interventions.
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Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention
Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention
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September 16, 2022Presenter: 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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Mental Illness 101
Mental Illness 101
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September 20, 2022Trainer: 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!
- Participants will learn about mental health diagnoses and symptoms as presented in DSM 5
- Participants will reflect on the stigma of mental illness and its interplay for people we serve
- Participants will discuss mental illness in the framework of cultural, social, political and racial perspectives
- Participants will work on maintaining empathy for the people we serve in order to reduce stress and compassion fatigue
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Civil Commitment Court
Civil Commitment Court
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September 27, 2022Trainer: 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:
- Learn steps to commitment process
- Understand criteria for commitment and revocation
- Understand types of petitions and orders
- Learn reporting requirements and how to accurately prepare for the court
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 101: So… what exactly is this "CBT?"
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 101: So… what exactly is this "CBT?"
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October 4, 2022 – October 5, 2022Trainer: 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:
- Participants will learn how the cognitive loop and how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are related to one another.
- Participants will have an understanding of the role of CBT in treating Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.
- 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.
- Participants will have an understanding of cognitive restructuring and the ABC framework.
Want to Attend one of our Trainings?
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 101: So… what exactly is this "CBT?"
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 101: So… what exactly is this "CBT?"
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October 4, 2022 – October 5, 2022Trainer: 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:
- Participants will learn how the cognitive loop and how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are related to one another.
- Participants will have an understanding of the role of CBT in treating Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.
- 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.
- Participants will have an understanding of cognitive restructuring and the ABC framework.
Want to Attend one of our Trainings?
Use the form below or email traininggroup@radiashealth.org
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Trauma Informed Care
Trauma Informed Care
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October 11, 2022Trainers: 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:
- Have an understanding of trauma and trauma reactions
- Have the ability to identify and implement trauma informed service delivery strategies.
Want to Attend one of our Trainings?
Use the form below or email traininggroup@radiashealth.org
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Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills
Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills
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October 13, 2022 – October 14, 2022Trainers: 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.
Want to Attend one of our Trainings?
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Virtual LocationTrauma Informed CareTrauma Informed Care
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October 13, 2022Trainers: 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:
- Have an understanding of trauma and trauma reactions
- Have the ability to identify and implement trauma informed service delivery strategies.
Want to Attend one of our Trainings?
Use the form below or email traininggroup@radiashealth.org
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Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills
Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills
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October 13, 2022 – October 14, 2022Trainers: 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.
Want to Attend one of our Trainings?
Use the form below or email traininggroup@radiashealth.org
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Working with the LGBTQ Community: A Review and Discussion of Relevant Issues
Working with the LGBTQ Community: A Review and Discussion of Relevant Issues
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October 20, 2022Trainers: 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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Managing the Cost of Caring and Keeping Your Compassion
Managing the Cost of Caring and Keeping Your Compassion
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October 25, 2022Trainer: 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:
- Define compassion fatigue and burnout
- Define compassion satisfaction
- Review contributing factors and symptoms
- Self-assessment - Professional Quality of Life
- Develop a self-care plan
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