This post is part of the monthly series, Free Webinars for Social Workers and Mental Health Professionals, featuring over 40 free webcasts that we could find for you this month in the field of social work and mental health.
To make it easier for you to find a webinar that is of interest to you, they are now organized by the following categories: addiction, ADHD, advocacy/anti-racism, aging/caregiving, career, child welfare, clinical practice, self-care and other.
If we’ve missed any free webcasts that you are aware of, please feel free to add them in the comments section below!
Please note:
- Most but not all provide CEs. A few providers may require a nominal fee.
- To register, click on the desired green webinar title link; this will take you to the registration area.
- To ask Qs or confirm CE details, please contact the sponsoring organization of the webinar that is of interest to you.
- To have your free mental health webinar considered for inclusion, please provide details below.
September Webinars 2024
Addiction
- Women and Weed – NAADAC/Sept 11 at 3 – 4:30 PM ET – “outline the rapidly changing culture of cannabis use, highlighting potency and routes of administration, perception of risk, and common exchanges regarding substance use and women’s issues”
- Interdisciplinary Care in Opioid Treatment: The Role of Peers in Opioid Treatment – NAADAC/Sept 17 at 3 – 4:30 PM ET – “sheds light on the vital contributions of peer support specialists in the interdisciplinary approach to opioid use disorder treatment”
- Closing the Gap: Introduction to Medications for Alcohol Use Disorder – ATTC/Sept 24 at 2 PM ET – “Demonstrate how to assess risk for alcohol withdrawal syndrome and determine a treatment plan based on risk”
- Ethical and Clinical Considerations When Delivering Person-Centered Opioid and Other Drug Treatment to Justice-Involved Individuals – NAADAC/Sept 24 at 3 – 4:30 PM ET – “explore ethical, clinical, and practical issues when assessing and treating individuals in drug treatment courts, those referred by supervision officers, those incarcerated, and those otherwise involved in the justice system”
- Integrating STI and HIV Prevention into the SBIRT Model – NAADAC/Sept 25 at 3 – 4:30 PM ET – “challenge counselors to have conversations with their clients to minimize the stigma of STIs and HIV, normalize the importance of discussing sex and sexuality, and motivate clients to use preventive measures to avoid the transmission of STIs and HIV.”
ADHD
- How to Organize a Messy Home: Strategies for Clutter and Stress in ADHD Families – ADDitude/Sept 10 at 1 PM ET – “techniques to help kids and parents get started on their goal to become organized and create spaces to put things where they belong”
- Proactive and Reactive Strategies for Managing Students’ Emotional Dysregulation in Class – ADDitude/Sept 17 at 1 PM ET – “educators will learn how to engage both proactive and reactive strategies for effectively managing emotional dysregulation in students.”
- Smart Money Habits for People with ADHD – ADDitude/Sept 24 at 1 PM ET – “You will understand how to set your intention and overcome common ADHD-related money struggles to score small wins and even save for longer-term goals”
Advocacy/Anti-Racism
- Promoting Equity in Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Outreach – AFSP/Sept 4 at 4 PM ET – “How mental health and suicide prevention organizations can meaningfully engage historically marginalized communities in our outreach”
- LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Risk Reduction- LAB 1: LGBTQ+ Youth and the Self-Harm Continuum – ATTC/Sept at 1 – 3 PM ET – “highlight some of the pressures that lead sexual and gender minority youth to suicide, what factors elevate or lower self-harm risk, as well as clinical and community-based interventions to help build resilience. “
- Increasing Accessibility of Mental Health Services for Unhoused Populations in Rural and Urban Communities – NC/Sept 18 at 12 PM ET – “focus on the importance of supporting unhoused populations and connecting them with necessary services without judgment or stigma”
- Mental Health Care for Blind Clients: New Ground, New Perspectives – MHTTC/Sept 24 at 1 – 2:15 PM ET – “share considerations for the clinician who plans to, is currently seeing, or is unfamiliar with Blind patients for psychotherapy, counseling, or medication management”
- Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices – MHTTC/Sept 24 at 2 PM ET – “Gain skills on strength-based approaches in partnership with Native People to enhance Native behavioral health”
- The Origins of Christian Anti-Judaism – USC/Sept 24 at 5 PM ET – Antipathy toward Jews and Judaism was a hallmark of medieval Christianity, but pinpointing the ancient origins of Christian anti-Judaism poses challenges. Rabbi Joshua Garroway, PhD, examines the writings of Paul, Justin, Augustine, and other early Christian thinkers to trace the origins of Christian anti-Judaism.
Aging/Caregiving
- Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias – AlzOC/Sept 10 at 2:30 – 3:30 PM ET – “Understand and describe the common neuropsychiatric symptoms associated with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias”
- Amplifying the Caregiver’s Voice – Strategies to Support Family Peer Advocates – CTAC/Sept 17 at 12 PM ET – “gain valuable insights into effective strategies for educating and supporting caregivers, with a focus on skill-building techniques that amplify caregiver voices and enhance their impact”
- Best Practices to Address the Needs of Caregivers with Disabilities – CALTRIN/Sept 26 at 1 PM ET – “learn about the unique concerns of parents with disabilities, their interactions with child welfare and other services, and evidence-based practices to support parents and caregivers with intellectual, physical, sensory, and other disabilities.”
Career
- Heroes in the Making: Explore Careers in Behavioral Health – MHTTC/Sept 9 at 2:30 PM ET – “highlight effective recruitment and retention practices for mental health professionals.”
- Balancing Work & Cancer Webinar: Communicating Effectively Part 2 – Cancer + Career/Sept 11 at 6 PM ET – “Tips and techniques for having conversations at work and when looking for a new job “
- Financial Mapping: The Many Benefits of the Financial Genogram Personally and Professionally – CFSW/Sept 12 at 2 PM ET – “How to create a personal financial genogram, identify key financial influencers across the life span, and recognize patterns that influence your current financial status and goals.”
- Virtual In-Service Training for Healthcare Professionals – Cancer + Career/Sept 17 at 11 AM – 7 PM ET – “virtual In-Service for oncology healthcare professionals and advocates provides training on the practical and legal issues patients, survivors and caregivers face when it comes to cancer and work.”
- Working for Yourself with Ticket to Work – SSA/Sept 25 at 3 – 4:30 PM ET
Child Welfare
- Lopsided Love: Asymmetrical Commitment in Romantic Relationships – DI/Sept 10 at 4 PM ET – “Learn about the nature and consequences of asymmetrically committed romantic relationships regarding relationship quality, relationship stability, and risks for aggression.”
- Nurturing Transitions: Supporting Children and Families in the New School Year – ECI/Sept 11 at 2 PM ET – “comprehensive webinar where we will explore the pedagogy surrounding transitions for children and families in ECE settings, with a particular focus on orientation and room changes”
- Gross Motor Art Activities That Calm Squirming Bodies and Minds – ECI/Sept 18 at 2 PM ET – “provide a brief overview of current research findings on the neuroscience of art therapy and gross motor play and insights about how you can easily apply these principles in your program or classroom”
- Strengths-Based Family Relationships: Strategies for Moving Beyond Negativity and Judgment – ECI/Sept 19 at 2 PM ET – “Move past the often limiting TTWWADI (That’s The Way We Always Done it) habits and practices and embrace new ideas and techniques”
- The Art and Science of Father Engagement Programming – CALTRIN/Sept 20 at 2 ET – “review the current state of research and practice in programmatic efforts to engage new and expectant fathers during the perinatal period.”
- Addressing Bullying in Kids & Teens – McLean/Sept 25 at 12 PM ET – “explains the effects of bullying on mental health, discusses how it can impact relationships in the short- and long-term”
Clinical Practice
- Creating Calm: Effective Engagement with People Who Are Distressed – ATTC/Sept 4 at 10 AM ET – “focus on attendees’ experiences and provide concrete tools for engaging with clients in distress. “
- Getting “Unstuck” – Developing Discrepancy to MOVE Forward – ATTC/Sept 4 at 10 AM ET – “explores the strategy of developing discrepancy. The intentional use of this strategy sparks contemplation, supports forward movement and stops circular conversations about behavior change”
- De-escalation – MHTTC/Sept 4 at 2:15 – 4:30 PM ET – “De-escalating a mental health crisis is a very difficult skill set and starts with the worker calming themselves and maintaining their composure as they move toward the situation”
- Is It Self-Esteem or Self-Importance? Exploring Narcissistic Personality Disorder – McLean/Sept 5 at 11 AM ET – “breaks down both the healthy and problematic ways we can see ourselves and the impacts of those perceptions, explores why NPD remains so stigmatized today”
- Positively Happier: A Positive Psychology Intervention for People with Serious Mental Health Conditions – MHTTC/Sept 5 at 11 AM ET – “practical and effective tools from positive psychology to teach people how they can take steps to feel happier in their daily lives”
- Stimulants 101: The 6-Hour Curriculum – ATTC/Sept 10, 17, 24 at 10 AM ET – “provide an overview of the impact of stimulant drugs and current treatment options”
- Group Facilitation Skills for Alcohol & Other Substance Use Counselors – ATTC/Sept 12 at 12:30 – 3:30 PM ET – “Emphasis will be placed on group work vs. case work in a group, and the skills necessary to facilitate groups”
- Heroes of Hope: Championing Suicide Prevention Together – McLean/Sept 13 at 11 AM – 2:30 PM ET – “Learn how to support affected individuals, reduce stigma, and foster a compassionate, supportive environment.”
- Culturally Responsive Behavioral Activation Training – MHTTC/Sept 17 at 10 AM ET – “Behavioral Activation (BA) is an evidence-based psychotherapy to help patients engage in productive, healthy, and value-driven activities”
- Creating Calm – ATTC/Sept 27 at 10 AM – 12 PM ET – “ocuses on the intentional use of stance and approaches calculated to calm and decrease anxiety and agitation.”
Self Care
- Self-Care Practices for Professionals in the Behavioral Health – ATTC/Sept 12 at 11 AM ET – “focus on to educating and empowering individuals to prioritize their mental and physical well-being through practical self-care strategies”
- Managing Your Mental Health During Presidential Election Season – McLean/Sept 19 at 11 AM ET – “explores the mental health pitfalls often presented by elections, offers practical tips for addressing the anxiety and depression they can trigger”
- Bringing Self Care Into Your Practice Through Somatic Awareness – CTAC/Sept 20 at 12 PM ET – “learn how Somatic Experiencing (SE), a body-oriented therapeutic model that helps heal trauma and other stress experiences, can become part of your self-care tool kit and support you in your work. “
- Compassion Fatigue and Burnout – TI/Sept 25 at 10:45 AM – 1 PM ET – “builds awareness of the signs and stages of Compassion Fatigue and Burnout and offers strategies for cultivating compassion satisfaction for the individual and in team dynamics. “
Other
- Flexible Spending Accounts: A Tax-Advantaged Way to Pay for Expenses – OneOp/Sept 10 at 11 AM – 12:30 PM ET – “delves into how Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) can support service members and their families in paying for dependent care expenses”
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