Thursday, July 15, 2010 9:00am - 5:00pm

Assessments for Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol - Available Year-Round

Presenter:  Dr. Donald Brewer

Description:  Assessments for Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol are available year-round. Call Matt Muir at 859-431-1077 X 483 to register.

Location:   Mental Health America of NKY, 513 Madison Ave., 3rd Floor, Covington, KY 41011

Thursday, July 15, 2010 9:00am - 12:00am

Assessments for DUI - Available Year-Round

Presenter:  Dr. Donald Brewer

Description:  Assessments are available year-round for DUI (drug and alcohol). Call Matt Muir at 859-431-1077 X 483 to register.

Location:  Mental Health America of NKY, 513 Madison Ave., 3rd, Covington, KY 41011

Sunday, August 01, 2010 9:00am - 5:00pm

Prime For Life Alcohol & Drug Education, KY DUI Approved

Presenter:  Matthew Muir, BA Education, State Certified DUI Educator, Community Support Specialist, Mental Health America of NKY

Description:  Offered Monthly. 20 hour PRIME for Life risk reduction program. This 3 week class is an effective alcohol and drug program for court referred individuals or families, and other organizations and employers. Class times (evenings/mornings) vary to accommodate participants' schedules. For court ordered DUI offenses the initial required assessment is available which generates the forms to satisfy court and Dept. of Transportation requirements. Call 859-431-1077 ext 483 (mmuir@mhanky.org) to schedule a session to meet your individual or group needs

Location:  MHA-NKY, 513 Madison Ave., 3rd Floor, Covington, KY 41011

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 12:00am - 1:00pm

Seasonal Affective Disorder beating and treating the winter blues

Presenter:  Maryah Miller M.A., LPCC, LMT , Counselor, Massage Therapist, owner of Live Well Therapies, and St. Elizabeth Healthcare Outpatient MH/CD

Description:  Seasonal Affective Disorder beating and treating the winter blues

Location:  Hamilton County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board, Room #309, 2350 Auburn Avenue. Parking and entry at the side of building off McCormick.

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 4:00pm - 6:15pm

Overview of Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Presenter:  Maryah Miller M.A., LPCC, LMT , Counselor, Massage Therapist, owner of Live Well Therapies

Description:  Presentation will provide an overview of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Included in DBT are many therapies that will be reviewed, giving therapists techniques to use in sessions. Attendees will learn who is best aided by DBT and the structure of the therapy. 2 hours KY Social Work, OHIO Social Work, Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist CEU's. Free attendance for general public.

Location:  MHA-NKY, 513 Madison Ave., 3rd Floor, Covington, KY 41011

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 6:15pm - 8:15pm

QPR, Suicide Prevention

Presenter:  Andrea Becker, MS Clinical Psychology, Licensed Psychological Associate

Description:  Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) is a researched based technique to help save a life from suicide. The participants will be trained to assess suicidal ideation, determine level of risk and determine necessary level of intervention. Counseling techniques to engage the client will be taught. Where a different level of care is needed, the participant will learn processes for motivating the client through with referral along with the necessity to follow through with the client during the transition. Focus areas: Counseling Techniques, Appraisal/Assessment, Evaluation of Mental and Emotional Status and Social Work Methods. 2 hours KY Social Work, OHIO Social Work, Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist CEU's. Free attendance for general public. Free attendance for general public.

Location:   Mental Health America of NKY, 513 Madison Ave., 3rd Floor, Covington, KY 41011

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 4:30pm - 7:50pm

Ethics

Presenter:  Dana Moran, Director of SW and Pastoral Care, KY- Certified Social Worker, OH – Licensed Independent Social Worker St. Elizabeth Healthcare

Description:  Develop an understanding of the foundations for social work ethics and ethical decision making. Define the professional relationship and discuss limits, problems and dilemmas. Develop a further understanding of client self-determination. Define and differentiate between personal, societal and professional values. Participants will discuss case scenarios that pose ethical dilemmas and their potential solutions in community social work settings as well as medical, correctional and school settings. Course content meets the continuing education license renewal requirements outlined in 201 KAR 23:075; Section 2 (4). Participants will receive a copy of the KY Social Worker Code of Ethics. Focus areas: Professional Ethics, SW Values and Ethics. 3 hours KY Social Work, OHIO Social Work, Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist CEU's. Free attendance for general public. Free attendance for general public

Location:  St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Florence (formerly, St. Luke Hospital West), Lower Level Conference Room

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 8:15am - 11:30am

Addressing Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors in Substance Abuse Treatment: Location Cincinnati

Presenter:  Dr. Kenneth R. Conner, PsyD, MPH

Description:  This morning session at a Cincinnati location is repeated again in the afternoon in NKY. To register for the afternoon session, please use the listing below. The purpose of the training is to teach suicide risk management with substance abuse clients, including risk factors, warning signs, protective factors, and a four-step process for managing suicide risk known as GATE that is spelled out in TIP 50 and illustrated through a series of video vignettes. Each attendee will receive a copy of TIP 50. There will be a significant emphasis on the role of agency administrators and clinical leaders in creating policies and protocols that support effective treatment of clients with substance abuse issues who are suicidal.

As a result of this training, participants will be able to: (1) identify a four-step procedure for suicide risk management with substance abuse clients, (2) understand the difference between warning signs, risk factors, and protective factors for suicide and be able to recognize examples of each, and (3) recognize when to use regular supervision vs. immediate supervision in suicide prevention.

Open to all at a $20 fee which includes 3 hours continuing education credits. The Institute for Training and Development, through Talbert House, is an Approved Provider of Continuing Professional Education. Completion of the Workshop may be applied toward social work and counselor license renewal through the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board, the Kentucky Board of Social Work, and licensure through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board and Kentucky Board of Certification of Alcohol and Drug Counselors - pending. Talbert House is recognized by the National Board of Certified Counselors to offer continue education for National Certified Counselors. We adhere to NBCC Continuing Education Guidelines. Talbert House is approved by the Ohio Psychological Association and American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Talbert House maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Please click here for more information and all registration information.

Location:  Mayerson JCC, Amberly Room, 8485 Ridge Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 1:00pm - 4:15pm

Addressing Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors in Substance Abuse Treatment: Location NKY

Presenter:  Dr. Kenneth R. Conner, PsyD, MPH

Description:  Repeated in the afternoon in NKY, the purpose of the training is to teach suicide risk management with substance abuse clients, including risk factors, warning signs, protective factors, and a four-step process for managing suicide risk known as GATE that is spelled out in TIP 50 and illustrated through a series of video vignettes. Each attendee will receive a copy of TIP 50. There will be a significant emphasis on the role of agency administrators and clinical leaders in creating policies and protocols that support effective treatment of clients with substance abuse issues who are suicidal.

As a result of this training, participants will be able to: (1) identify a four-step procedure for suicide risk management with substance abuse clients, (2) understand the difference between warning signs, risk factors, and protective factors for suicide and be able to recognize examples of each, and (3) recognize when to use regular supervision vs. immediate supervision in suicide prevention.

Open to all at a $20 fee which includes 3 hours continuing education credits. The Institute for Training and Development, through Talbert House, is an Approved Provider of Continuing Professional Education. Completion of the Workshop may be applied toward social work and counselor license renewal through the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board, the Kentucky Board of Social Work, and licensure through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board and Kentucky Board of Certification of Alcohol and Drug Counselors - pending. Talbert House is recognized by the National Board of Certified Counselors to offer continue education for National Certified Counselors. We adhere to NBCC Continuing Education Guidelines. Talbert House is approved by the Ohio Psychological Association and American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Talbert House maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Please click here for more information and all registration information.

Location:  Receptions Banquet and Conference Center, 1379 Donaldson Hwy, Erlanger, KY 41018

Thursday, October 07, 2010 9:00am - 5:00pm

Mental Illness Awareness Week Event

Presenter:  Coordinated by Mental Health America of NKY staff and volunteers.

Description:  Share in all or part of the day. Mind’s Edge 1 hour riveting PBS documentary. KY Mental Health Advocacy Center state-of-affairs update 1 hour presentation. 30 minute open discussion. Our state representative and legislator's point of view followed by Q & A. Mind Storm: take the opportunity to experience first hand what it is like to have hallucinations. It's a life changing experience to greater understanding. Also available throughout the day are Mental Health Screenings and Music and Art by artists that have had first hand experience with Mental Illness.

Location:  MHANKY, 513 Madison Ave., 3rd Floor, Covington, KY 41011

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 6:15pm - 8:30pm

PTSD: New Research Findings: Their Impact on Treatment

Presenter:  Phyllis Shepard-Spiro, Ph.D., LISW, MSW, Ph.D, and Clinical Social Worker

Description:  Define Diagnostic Criteria for PTSD and Grief. Survey the Direction of New Research on PTSD. Review the Historical Symptomology of PTSD. Understand the Various Psychological and Physical Changes that Result from PTSD. Examine the Various Treatment Modalities for PTSD. Explore the Impact of PTSD on Families, Patients and Society. Review real life examples of symptoms and discuss impact and treatment options. Focus areas: Professional Counselor Appraisal/Assessment. Clinical Counseling Diagnosis of Mental Health and Emotional Disorders, Social Work Practice for Special Populations. 2 hours KY Social Work, OHIO Social Work, Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist CEU's. Free attendance for general public. Free attendance for general public. Free attendance for general public

Location:  MHANKY, 513 Madison Ave., 3rd Floor, Covington, KY 41011

Thursday, November 04, 2010 4:00pm - 6:15pm

Live Your Life Well

Presenter:  Christine Czechorski, B.S. Human Service, Educator and Supported Employment Specialist, Mental Health America of NKY

Description:  Learn the 10 research based tools to help you feel stronger and more hopeful. These tools will help you Live Your Life Well as well as the people you care for in your personal and work life. 2 hours KY SW CEU's. Free attendance for general public

Location:  MHANKY, 513 Madison Ave., 3rd Floor, Covington, KY 41011

Tuesday, November 09, 2010 4:00pm - 6:15pm

Protecting Yourself from Emotional Overload and Limiting Burnout

Presenter:  Maryah Miller M.A., LPCC, LMT , Counselor, Massage Therapist, owner of Live Well Therapies

Description:  Presentation will provide a time to refresh and present skills for continuing self care on one's own at home and work. It also will provide techniques to prepare for clients, self defense skills to use before, during and after session. It is 2 CEU seminar filled with ways to keep your mental health while working improve others' mental health. 2 hours KY SW approved and OH SW/Counselor/Marriage & Family Therapist CEU's pending. Free attendance for general public

Location:  MHANKY, 513 Madison Ave., 3rd Floor, Covington, KY 41011

Wednesday, November 17, 2010 2:00pm - 4:15pm

Human Trafficking 101

Presenter:  Sharon Doering MA, ATR-BC; Human Trafficking Specialist, Team; Leader for Research, Education and Outreach with the Partnership Against Trafficking in Humans (PATH)

Description:  Presents the basics of human trafficking or modern day slavery. Gives an overview of current definitions, practices, legislation, health and mental health considerations and ways to get involved. . 2 hours KY Social Work, OHIO Social Work, Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist CEU's. Free attendance for general public

Location:  MHANKY, 513 Madison Ave., 3rd Floor, Covington, KY 41011