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SUMMARY:May Peer Blend webinar: Passageways to Recovery Employment and Education Residences
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by HCA \nWebinar: Thursday\, May 7\, from 9 to 10 a.m.\nThe presentation will provide an overview of Passageways to Recovery Employment and Education (PREE) program and how the peers who serve in this program help individuals in recovery navigate the path to employment and education.\nObjectives\n•	Understand the program’s origin and funding sources\n•	Examine how Peers create awareness of opportunities\n•	Explore what Peers might do to “level up” their own skills \nPresenter\nDre Bean\, (they/them)\, Passageways to Recovery Employment and Education (PREE) program manager and program manager for Recovery Cafes\, has a Master of Arts degree in psychology with a specialization in gender diversity and recently obtained a Master of Science degree in clinical mental health counseling.\nDre has over six years of experience managing programs and providing direct services in various settings\, including justice-involved veterans\, supported employment services\, community outreach\, and clinical work. Prior to HCA\, they oversaw the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs King County Incarcerated Veterans Reentry Program (IVRS)\, working with justice-impacted veterans returning to the community. Dre has also worked with IKRON of Greater Seattle as an Employment Specialist and later in the Health Home Program. \nRegister Here: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/15b30234-0641-4de6-aee9-73ca6e1abf86@11d0e217-264e-400a-8ba0-57dcc127d72d \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/may-peer-blend-webinar-passageways-to-recovery-employment-and-education-residences/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Advocacy,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Responding to Serious Behavioral Health Symptoms in the Courtroom: The Role of Each Court Partner
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by SAMHSA: \nDate & Time\nMay 7\, 2026 12:00 PM in\nPacific Time (US and Canada)\nDescription\nMaintaining court procedures and ensuring procedural fairness can be difficult if a defendant is experiencing serious symptoms stemming from behavioral health disorders in the courtroom. Interactions in the courtroom related to mental and substance use disorders\, including psychosis\, suicidal ideation\, or severe anxiety\, can result in delays\, appeals\, or aggression towards court staff. Maintaining a safe courtroom environment requires courtroom professionals to understand approaches and tools that support person-centered and trauma-informed responses. \nThis webinar will discuss ways judges and other court partners\, including defense attorneys and prosecutors\, can manage serious symptoms of mental and substance use disorders that can show up in the courtroom while navigating their non-clinical\, judicial role. Additionally\, other court partners\, such as court security personnel or behavioral health providers\, may play key roles. This webinar will review practical strategies that support trauma-informed and coordinated responses among court partners.  \nSpeakers\ncustom photo of speaker\nMarcia Hirsch \nFormer Presiding Judge·Queens Treatment Court \nHon. Marcia P. Hirsch was the Presiding Judge of the Queens Drug Treatment Court\, the DWI Treatment Court\, the Mental Health Court\, the Veterans Court\, the Gun Diversion Part\, and the Drug Diversion Court. She was appointed to the New York Court of Claims in March 2005 and was assigned to Queens Supreme Court\, Criminal Term. She presided over hearings and trials before she was assigned to the therapeutic courts in October 2005 where she remained until her retirement in December 2024.  \nJudge Hirsch has lectured extensively on therapeutic justice\, treatment courts\, trauma-informed courts\, and procedural justice. She has provided technical assistance to treatment court teams\, law enforcement\, behavioral health professionals working with justice populations\, and more. She is a board member and the immediate past president of the New York Association of Treatment Court Professionals.  \nJudge Hirsch is a graduate of Union College and Syracuse University College of Law. She served for nine years on the Rockville Centre School Board and was a member of her community’s Drug & Alcohol Task Force. Prior to taking the bench\, Judge Hirsch was the General Counsel and Deputy Commissioner at the New York State Division of Housing & Community Renewal. \ncustom photo of speaker\nJennifer Johnson \nFounder and Principal·J.K. Johnson Advisors \nJennifer Johnson is the founder and principal of J.K. Johnson Advisors and provides education\, consulting\, and technical assistance at the intersection of mental health and law. Ms. Johnson is a 20-year veteran of the San Francisco Public Defender’s office\, where she was one of the founders of San Francisco’s Behavioral Health Court. \nIn addition to her work in the courtroom\, Ms. Johnson has helped shape mental health and criminal justice policy at the local\, state\, and national levels. She was a cofounder of the San Francisco Police Department’s Crisis Intervention Team Training in 2011. She is a Senior Consultant with SAMHSA’s GAINS Center for Behavioral Health and Justice Transformation\, and she is a member of the Criminal Justice Advisory Panel for the Arc’s National Center on Criminal Justice and Disability. \nMs. Johnson recently authored a chapter on mental health courts in the American Bar Association publication\, Representing People with Mental Disabilities: A Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Best Practices Manual. Other publications include: Burn Out and Compassion Fatigue: What Lawyers Need to Know\, UMKC Law Review\, Vol. 84:4 (Summer 2016) and Justice that Heals: Promoting. \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/responding-to-serious-behavioral-health-symptoms-in-the-courtroom-the-role-of-each-court-partner/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Behavioral Health,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Understanding Theories of Change: Foundations for Abusive Partner Intervention Work
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by Center for Justice Innovation:\nDate & Time\nMay 7\, 2026 12:00 PM  in\nPacific Time (US and Canada)\nDescription\nA program’s theory of change reflects its underlying beliefs about why abusive behavior occurs and what must change for that behavior to stop. These beliefs shape how programs define the problem\, design interventions\, measure success\, and hold participants accountable. This webinar will introduce the concept of a theory of change and explore how different frameworks have shaped responses to intimate partner violence (IPV) over time. Participants will examine how assumptions about the causes of IPV influence abusive partner intervention program goals\, curriculum\, facilitator roles\, and definitions of success. The session will also provide practical guidance and guiding questions to help programs identify\, clarify\, and strengthen their own theory of change so that their practices\, values\, and outcomes are aligned.
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/understanding-theories-of-change-foundations-for-abusive-partner-intervention-work/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T150000
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SUMMARY:Bi-Monthly Golden Thread Documentation Training
DESCRIPTION:Washington Health Care Authority (HCA) Foundational Community Supports (FCS) trainers are inviting you to join them in a six part training series for The Golden Thread Documentation Training. \nJoin us for a six-session training series that provides a comprehensive overview\, with practical applications FCS documentation. Each webinar covers a specific type of documentation and addresses Medicaid requirements and the importance of the connection between assessments\, service plans\, and progress notes\, known as the Golden Thread. The series will be presented with the newly developed Golden Thread Toolkit\, a valuable new resource for FCS staff. It is recommended that participants attend all sessions in the series\, as the information presented is cumulative. \nThis training is recommended for those who: \n\nAre new to providing supportive housing and supported employment services\nAre interested in improving the standards of personnel or agency documentation standards\nAre considering participating in a fidelity review and would like more information on how to prepare for it\n\nObjectives:\n\nTo use Medicaid-compliant documentation of Foundational Community Support services specifically the assessments\, service plan\, and progress notes.\nWhat the Golden Thread is\, and its importance in providing quality services to participants.\n\nWriting documentation in a way that accurately and completely reflects a participant’s story in a person-centered way. \nRegister Here: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/bi-monthly-golden-thread-documentation-training/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Advocacy,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Conservation Psychology and Veteran Post-Traumatic Growth
DESCRIPTION:Conservation Psychology and Veteran Post-Traumatic Growth \nTime: 1:00 pm-4:00 pm \nLocation: Virtual \nInstructor: Dr. Jeremy W. Grisham\, EdD\, LMHC\, MHP  \nCE credits: 3 CE’s (pending) \nCourse Description: \nThis course examines ecotherapy and conservation psychology as essential responses to the growing disconnection between humans and the natural world. Moving beyond models that frame nature as a tool for human benefit\, participants will explore reciprocal approaches that position humans as part of\, not separate from\, ecological systems. Drawing from liberation psychology and critical pedagogy\, the course addresses the impacts of systemic and environmental disruption on mental health while cultivating practices that support reconnection\, responsibility\, and collective healing. Participants will leave with practical and conceptual tools to apply this work across clinical and community contexts.  \n Objectives: \nAt the end of this training\, participants will: \n·      Understand ecotherapy concepts from a conservation-minded\, reciprocal approach with other aspects of nature.\n·      Develop practical skills for the use of ecotherapy in working with veterans and military-connected communities.\n·      Be able to discuss human relationships with nature from a conservation psychology lens.\n·      Develop awareness of human relationships with natural systems and understanding of humans are integrated as nature and of nature.   \nReferences: \nAmerican Psychological Association (2025). Clinical Practice Guideline for the Treatment of PTSD. https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline \nMoshier\, S. J.\, Mahoney\, C. T.\, Bovin\, M. J.\, Marx\, B. P.\, & Schnurr\, P. P. (2024). Session-level effects of Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure on individual symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder among US veterans. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology\, 92(7)\, 422-431. doi.org/10.1037/ccp0000880 \nSchnurr\, P. P.\, Chard\, K. M.\, Ruzek\, J. I.\, et al. (2022). Comparison of Prolonged Exposure vs Cognitive Processing Therapy for treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder among US veterans: A randomized clinical trial. JAMA Network Open\, 5(1)\, e2136921. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2021.36921. \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/conservation-psychology-and-veteran-post-traumatic-growth/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Treatment,Veteran,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Veteran Tobacco and Nicotine Use
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by WDVA: \nVeteran Tobacco and Nicotine Use: Starting Conversations\, Reducing Harm\, and Referring to Quit \nLocation: Virtual/Online \nInstructor: Josie Tracy\, PhD\, Harness Harm Reduction and Mental Health\, PLLC  \nCE credits: Unavailable for this course at this time. \nDates/Times: \nWednesday\, April 28th\, 12:00 – 1:30 pm \nTuesday\, May 12th\, 3:00 – 4:30 pm \nThursday\, May 21st\, 10:00 – 11:30 pm \nMonday\, June 1st\, 12:00 – 1:30 pm \nTuesday\, June 9th\, 3:00 – 4:30 pm \nCourse Description: \nHow do you start a conversation about a veteran’s tobacco use? How do mental health issues make it harder for veterans to quit nicotine? What are practical ways to reduce the harms of cigarette smoking\, both for the smoker and their loved ones? If someone does want to quit\, what’s the next step? This program is for anyone working with veterans\, veteran tobacco/nicotine users\, or concerned loved ones who want to help a veteran reduce their harms or quit completely.  \nIn this workshop we will cover the basics of tobacco use disorder and military and veteran culture\, including 1) the harms of tobacco & nicotine products\, 2) how to start a discussion about quitting/changing\, 3) overcoming barriers to quitting\, 4) specific strategies for reducing harm\, 5) effective medications and therapies for quitting and 6) how to refer veterans for next steps. Attendees will leave this workshop with practical knowledge for how to start these conversations\, answer questions\, and refer veterans who want help making a change.  \nLearning Objectives: \nBy the end of this training\, participants will be able to: \nUnderstand the context of tobacco use disorder in military veteran populations\, including military culture\, health impacts\, and relationship to other mental health conditions commonly experienced by veterans.\nExplain one (1) provider intervention to assess a veteran’s readiness to change their tobacco use.\nExplain three (3) ways to reduce tobacco-related harms for veterans who are not ready to quit.\nUnderstand medication and therapy support options for veterans ready to quit \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/veteran-tobacco-and-nicotine-use/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Veteran,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T123000
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SUMMARY:Breaking through disengagement with real world strategies
DESCRIPTION:Washington Health Care Authority (HCA) Foundational Community Supports (FCS) team and Rutgers School of Psychiatric and Rehabilitation Counseling Professions invite you to join the May training topical.  \nEngagement is the foundation of effective Foundational Community Supports (FCS) services. This 90-minute training equips Supportive Housing and Supported Employment staff with practical\, recovery-oriented strategies to build trust\, enhance motivation\, and support meaningful outcomes for individuals experiencing serious mental illness and complex life challenges. \nGrounded in psychiatric rehabilitation\, low-barrier housing principles\, and Supported Employment (IPS)\, this session focuses on real-world strategies to engage individuals who may be socially isolated\, ambivalent\, or distrustful of systems. Participants will learn how to use assertive\, trauma-informed\, and person-centered a \nObjectives:\n\nDescribe how engagement supports recovery and outcomes within FCS services\nApply assertive\, motivational and trauma-informed strategies to build trust and sustain engagement\nAnalyze common barriers to engagement (isolation\, substance use\, hoarding\, system distrust) and identify effective responses\n\nApply practical strategies – including hard reduction and community0based approaches to support stability\, participation and recovery pproaches to strengthen relationships\, support housing and employment stability\, and promote recovery. \nRegister Here:  Webinar Registration – Zoom \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/breaking-through-disengagement-with-real-world-strategies/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T140000
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SUMMARY:From Risk to Response: Strengthening Multidisciplinary Approaches to Intimate Partner Violence
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time\nMay 13\, 2026 09:00 AM in\nPacific Time (US and Canada)\nDescription\nRegister now for this virtual national conference highlighting the ways intimate partner violence (IPV) risk assessments can enhance community and system responses to survivor safety and accountability for those causing harm. \nHosted by DV RISC\, this half-day conference will include national experts and practitioners using risk assessments from first response to post-disposition safety planning and compliance monitoring. Discussion will focus on the importance of collaboration\, as well as key planning and implementation strategies. \n**Please note that we cannot guarantee accessibility requests made less then two weeks before the event.**
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/from-risk-to-response-strengthening-multidisciplinary-approaches-to-intimate-partner-violence-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Skill Building,Treatment,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T120000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Tools for Veterans & Families: Bridging the Gaps
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by WDVA: \nMindfulness Tools for Veterans and Families: Bridging the Gaps \nBrought to you by WDVA: \nTime: 11:00am-12:00pm \nLocation: Virtual/Online \nInstructor: Janet Novinger\, Explorations Consulting \nCE credits: Unavailable for this course at this time. \nCourse Description: \nMindfulness techniques bridge the space between different parts of ourselves\, and our connection with others. When we are mindful\, we pay attention to our thoughts\, feelings\, body\, and surroundings in the present moment. This ‘noticing without judging’ provides a powerful tool that veterans and their families can practice together. A mindfulness practice supports: \nVeterans managing their own overstimulation\, irritability\, fatigue\, and cognitive overload\nFamilies and other caregivers regulating their own stress and responding with patience\nEveryone communicating with less reactivity and more clarity \nMindfulness techniques can be particularly helpful for veterans and family members working through traumatic brain injuries\, post-traumatic stress\, moral injury\, and other conditions related to military service. \nIn this session\, we will explore several mindfulness techniques and learn how mindfulness can benefit veterans\, family members\, and other caregivers.   \nLearning Objectives: \nUnderstanding of the shared language of mindfulness and emotional self-regulation.\nKnowledge of and ability to apply a variety of mindfulness techniques.\nAbility to identify and apply mindfulness techniques to prepare for daily activities and self-regulate during times of distress.\nAbility to apply mindfulness principles to sustain and enhance our relationships with others. \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/mindfulness-tools-for-veterans-families-bridging-the-gaps-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Veteran,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T150000
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CREATED:20260307T173534Z
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SUMMARY:Therapeutic Court Alumni Recovery Celebration
DESCRIPTION:WSTCAA May 2026 Celebration Flyer2pdf
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/therapeutic-court-alumni-recovery-celebration/
LOCATION:Sarg Hubbard Park\, 111 South 18th St.\, Yakima\, WA\, 98901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Alumni,Peer,Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T170000
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SUMMARY:Say it Out Load Conference
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by Peer Workforce Development and the Washington Health Care Authority \nSay It Out Loud conference: Monday\, May 18\, 2026\, at the Tulalip Resort and Casino\, Tulalip\, Wash.\nThis year’s theme\, Unapologetically Us! Bold Voices\, Bright Futures!\, reflects Washington State’s commitment to centering 2SLGBTQIA+ voices\, celebrating lived experience\, and strengthening behavioral health supports across Washington State. \nNow in its 25th year\, the Say It Out Loud (SIOL) conference is built for peers\, providers\, advocates\, partners\, and community members who believe in creating systems of care where everyone is valued\, heard\, and supported. \nWhy Attend SIOL 2026  \n\nBuild meaningful community and connections\nLearn from workshops\, panels\, and conversations rooted in lived experience\nGain practical skills you can bring back to your work or organization\nEngage in an affirming space designed to inspire\, ground\, and energize\nDiscover new resources\, partnerships\, and ideas\n\nThe Say It Out Loud conference has been a force for change and support in Washington since 2001 and is sponsored by Peer Workforce Development and the Washington Health Care Authority. \nSIOL is grounded in the belief that culturally responsive\, affirming care improves outcomes — and that the voices of those most impacted must be centered in that work. SIOL offers a space for learning\, reflection\, and practical tools you can take back to your workplace or community. \nRegister Here:  Say It Out Loud Conference Registration \nApply for a scholarship\nSay It Out Loud (SIOL) Community Scholarships support individuals who want to attend the conference as participants and need financial support to do so. \nCommunity Scholarships cover conference registration. For recipients traveling 50 miles or more from the conference venue\, one night of hotel lodging may also be available to help reduce travel-related barriers. \nScholarships are limited. Please request only what you truly need so we can support as many community members as possible. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead the scholarship guide
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/say-it-out-load-conference/
LOCATION:Tulalip Resort Casino\, 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd\, Tulalip\, WA\, 98271\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Alumni,LGBTQ+,Peer
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T120000
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SUMMARY:Supporting FCS Participants Experiencing Psychosis: Practical Communication and Care Planning Tools for Supported Employment Providers
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by DSHS: \nDetails\nSupported employment staff are often called on to help when a job seeker is experiencing paranoia\, delusional thinking\, or other psychosis related symptoms and is declining practical services because they do not believe anything is wrong. In these situations\, trying to argue the facts usually does not help and can quickly damage trust. This webinar offers supported employment providers a respectful\, practical approach for staying connected\, reducing escalation\, and continuing to support the person’s employment goals.  \nParticipants will learn a non-confrontational communication approach and practice brief\, usable scripts that acknowledge feelings without reinforcing inaccurate beliefs. The training then translates those skills into a one-page Shared Job Support Plan\, a tool for identifying next steps together even when a person is declining treatment or other services.  \nObjectives: \nIdentify how reduced insight can show up in psychotic disorders and how it affects engagement\, helping staff shift from trying to convince someone to focus on connection and practical planning.\nApply a structured\, non-confrontational communication approach to respond to delusional beliefs in a way that reduces escalation\, supports trust\, and avoids reinforcing the belief itself.\nDevelop a Shared Job Support Plan that helps move services forward even when a person declines support\, by focusing on goals\, day to day functioning\, early warning signs\, and small\, realistic next steps.\nRecognize when it may be appropriate to involve behavioral health partners\, crisis supports\, or coordinated specialty care resources\, especially when workplace functioning or safety concerns begin to increase.\nSpeakers (1)\nMehrnoosh\, Nicholas (DSHS/HCLA/HCS)\nR1 BEHAVIOR SUPPORT TRAINER\nDSHS-ALT\nNicholas “Nick” Mehrnoosh is a Behavior Support Trainer with Washington State’s Home and Community Services within the Home and Community Living Administration. He holds a Master of Science in Psychology from Eastern Washington University and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and designated Mental Health Professional in Washington State.
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/supporting-fcs-participants-experiencing-psychosis-practical-communication-and-care-planning-tools-for-supported-employment-providers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Behavioral Health,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T235959
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
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UID:9505-1779148800-1779321599@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:Free Positive Indian Parenting (PIP) train-the-trainer courses
DESCRIPTION:DCYF is offering Positive Indian Parenting (PIP) Train-the-Trainer courses at no cost. Visit the developer website to learn more about this program.\nThese courses prepare facilitators to educate and support Native parents using a culturally specific approach. Trainings provide participants with a manual that contains instructional materials for eight PIP sessions\, each grounded in traditional Native teachings about child rearing.\nOrganizations interested in providing PIP to their community are encouraged to register. Registration preference will be given to Tribes\, Native Serving Organizations\, and Recognized American Indian Organizations in Washington state.  \nPlease complete the registration form to sign up. Events include:\n•	March 3-5\, 2026: In-Person at Elwha Klallam Heritage Center 401 E 1st St.\, Port Angeles\, WA\n•	May 19-21\, 2026: In-Person at Colville Indian Agency\, Nespelem\, WA\nFor questions\, please email Shannel Squally-Janzen. \nRegister here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019a373d27a87432a228257ba5470859 \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/free-positive-indian-parenting-pip-train-the-trainer-courses-2/
LOCATION:Colville Indian Agency\, Nespelem\, WA\, 99155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Family,Tribal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T235959
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260307T165948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T165948Z
UID:8980-1779148800-1779407999@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:Free Positive Indian Parenting (PIP) train-the-trainer courses
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the Athena prevention newsletter: \nDCYF is offering Positive Indian Parenting (PIP) Train-the-Trainer courses at no cost. Visit the developer website to learn more about this program. \nThese courses prepare facilitators to educate and support Native parents using a culturally specific approach. Trainings provide participants with a manual that contains instructional materials for eight PIP sessions\, each grounded in traditional Native teachings about child rearing.  \nOrganizations interested in providing PIP to their community are encouraged to register. Registration preference will be given to Tribes\, Native Serving Organizations\, and Recognized American Indian Organizations in Washington state.  \nPlease complete the registration form to sign up. Events include: \n\nMarch 3-5\, 2026: In-Person at Elwha Klallam Heritage Center 401 E 1st St.\, Port Angeles\, WA\nMay 19-21\, 2026: In-Person at Colville Indian Agency\, Nespelem\, WA\n\nFor questions\, please email Shannel Squally-Janzen.
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/free-positive-indian-parenting-pip-train-the-trainer-courses/
LOCATION:Colville Indian Agency\, Nespelem\, WA\, 99155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Child Welfare,Family,Professional Growth,Skill Building,Support,Tribal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T110000
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260507T192346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T192346Z
UID:10155-1779184800-1779188400@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:Leading a multi-generational workforce
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 19 @ 1 p.m. ET \nToday\, four generations staff our courts\, each bringing a wide range of experiences and talents along with different communication styles\, expectations\, and approaches to work. These differences show up in a variety of ways across departments and roles\, both enhancing the workplace and possibly presenting management challenges.  \nJoin us as our panelists discuss practical leadership strategies for navigating and leveraging generational differences within the court environment. Together\, they will explore how these differences impact the workforce\, how to capitalize on the strengths of a multi-generational workforce\, how to foster a culture of collaboration and teamwork through respect and flexibility\, and why avoiding generational stereotypes matters. \nAfter attending this webinar\, you will be able to:\n•	Distinguish generational characteristics through a professional lens.\n•	Recognize and avoid generational biases.\n•	Identify the impact of generational differences in the court workforce.\n•	Describe the benefits and opportunities of cross-generational work.\n•	Discuss how generational differences affect recruitment and retention. \nModerator:\n•	DeShield Greene\, senior court management consultant\, NCSC \nPanelists:\n•	Dana Bartocci\, human resources and development director\, Minnesota Judicial Branch\n•	Aimee Lay\, employee growth & development advisor\, Kentucky Department of Human Resources\n•	David Yamasaki\, executive officer\, Orange County Superior Court\, California \nFor more information\, email Lauren Roth. \nDescription\nSupport your team’s growth through intentional development strategies. This session focuses on fostering motivation\, creating opportunities for advancement\, and building a culture of continuous learning and achievement.\nDate & Time\nTime shows in\nPacific Time (US and Canada) \nMay 19\, 2026 10:00 AM\nAug 18\, 2026 10:00 AM\nSep 15\, 2026 10:00 AM \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/leading-a-multi-generational-workforce/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Skill Building,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260507T191032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T191033Z
UID:10136-1779192000-1779195600@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:NAMI Webinar: Navigating Schizophrenia in Black & Hispanic Communities (Rompiendo el Silencio)
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time\nMay 19\, 2026 12:00 PM in\nPacific Time (US and Canada)\nDescription\nSchizophrenia remains largely unspoken\, yet for millions\, it is a lived reality shaped by resilience\, family\, and the pursuit of dignity. In recognition of World Schizophrenia Awareness Day (May 24)\, we welcome you to a meaningful webinar focused on humanizing this diagnosis and highlighting often overlooked voices in the mental health conversation.  \nJoin us for an intimate conversation exploring the intersection of culture\, storytelling\, and advocacy within Black and Hispanic communities.  \nWhat We’ll Explore: \n1) How open dialogue can dismantle cultural taboos and foster healing.\n2) Insights into the unique challenges faced by Spanish-speaking and Black communities.\n3) How personal journeys with schizophrenia can drive policy change and criminal justice reform.\n4) Moving beyond clinical labels to prioritize support\, access\, and human connection.  \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/nami-webinar-navigating-schizophrenia-in-black-hispanic-communities-rompiendo-el-silencio/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Behavioral Health,Support,Treatment,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260429T232455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T232455Z
UID:9698-1779195600-1779202800@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Veteran Allyship\, Workshop 1 of 3: The LGBTQ+ Veteran Experience and LGBTQ+ Military History
DESCRIPTION:LGBTQ+ Veteran Allyship\, Workshop 1 of 3: The LGBTQ+ Veteran Experience and LGBTQ+ Military History \nTime: 1:00pm-3:00pm \nLocation: Virtual/Online \nInstructor: Robin Lang\, WDVA LGBTQ+ Veteran Program Manager \nCE credits: Unavailable for this course at this time. \nCourse Description: \nIn this workshop\, we look at how past policies impact LGBTQ+ veterans\, shape their experiences\, and affect their risk profile. We look at current executive orders that affect LGBTQ+ veterans as well as active-duty service members. As providers of benefits and services that affect veteran families in addition to the veteran\, we touch on how those executive orders impact spouses\, children\, family\, friends\, and co-workers. The workshop closes with a look at LGBTQ+ veterans throughout history. Many veterans served under different circumstances\, but regardless of when they served\, we see the universal constant is discrimination and harassment and how resilience and determination to demand fair treatment and equal rights prevail. \nLearning Objectives: \nUnderstand the LGBTQ+ Veteran Experience through the lenses of cultural forces and current viewpoints.\nLearn the impact of historical policies on veteran risk profiles and specific risk profile categories.\nRecognize groups impacted\, and effects caused by DoD and Executive policies\, the veteran community\, and the civilian community.\nLearn the impact of current executive orders\, rescinded orders\, and State laws on those currently serving\, veterans\, family members\, friends\, and acquaintances.\nRecognize individual contributions of LGBTQ+ veterans throughout history\, and recognize commonalities of service across generations. \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/lgbtq-veteran-allyship-workshop-1-of-3-the-lgbtq-veteran-experience-and-lgbtq-military-history/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,LGBTQ+,Veteran,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260428T200844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T200844Z
UID:9695-1779202800-1779206400@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:Beyond Good Intentions: Addressing Ableism in FCS Service Provision
DESCRIPTION:Beyond Good Intentions: Addressing Ableism in FCS Service Provision\nDate & Time\nMay 19\, 2026 03:00 PM  in\nPacific Time (US and Canada)\nDescription\nDate / Time of Webinar: Tuesday\, May19th 3pm PST to 430pm PST\nLearning Objectives:\n•	Define ableism and distinguish between individual\, structural\, and internalized ableism\n•	Identify how ableism shows up in FCS service delivery\n•	Analyze the impact of ableism on engagement\, outcomes\, and equity\n•	Apply strengths-based\, recovery-oriented\, and person-directed strategies to reduce ableism in practice\n•	Reflect on our own assumptions and service patterns using a practice audit lens\n•	Description of Webinar:\nThis training examines how ableism\, often subtle and systemic\, shows up in our behavioral health services. Participants will build awareness\, identify practice-level impacts\, and develop concrete strategies to promote equity\, autonomy\, and recovery-oriented services for individuals. Participants will explore how ableism can be embedded in everyday decisions\, including goal setting\, service planning\, documentation\, and risk assessment. The session will explore how even well-intentioned practices can unintentionally limit opportunity when expectations are lowered or choice is constrained. Participants will leave with practical tools to recognize and interrupt ableism strengthening engagement and advancing more equitable service delivery across Washington State FCS programs. \nName of Presenter: Amy Banko MS\, LPC\, NCC\, CIPS\, CPRP\nShorter Bio of Presenter:\nMs. Banko is a Lecturer in the Department of Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions at Rutgers\, where she serves as a trainer and implementation consultant at the Integrated Employment Institute. In this role\, she facilitates trauma-informed supported employment (SE) and supported education (SEd) training and provides implementation support to enhance practitioner competencies and program outcomes. She co-developed the first mobile outreach Supported Education program in New Jersey and has since continued this work for over 15 years.   \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/beyond-good-intentions-addressing-ableism-in-fcs-service-provision/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260429T232636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T232636Z
UID:9700-1779282000-1779289200@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Veteran Allyship\, Workshop 2 of 3:  WDVA LGBTQ+ Veteran Program\, Common Yet Harmful Experiences and Washington State Definition of Veteran
DESCRIPTION:LGBTQ+ Veteran Allyship\, Workshop 2 of 3: \nWDVA LGBTQ+ Veteran Program\, Common Yet Harmful Experiences and Washington State Definition of Veteran \nTime: 1:00pm-3:00pm \nLocation: Virtual/Online \nInstructor: Robin Lang\, WDVA LGBTQ+ Veteran Program Manager \nCE credits: Unavailable for this course at this time. \nCourse Description: \nIn this workshop\, we learn about the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs LGBTQ+ Veterans Program\, one of only two legislatively mandated state programs in the nation. We also learn about the recently expanded State of Washington definition of Veteran which allows more veterans to be eligible for state benefits. We will learn how this will impact veterans and address past inequalities. \nLearning Objectives: \nIdentify resources available to service and benefit providers.\nIdentify resources available to LGBTQ+ veterans and families\nRecognize the effects of commonplace but significant behaviors on LGBTQ+ folx.\nIdentify the impacts of race\, sexual trauma\, Traumatic Brain Injury diagnosis\, PTSD\, mental health disorders\, sexual identity and gender identity on accessing benefits\nUnderstand the impact of Washington State’s expanded definition of veteran\nIdentify resources for veterans impacted by errors in\, or injustices caused by incorrect information in official DoD records\nRecognize pathways available for those impacted by Article 125 convictions\, unfavorable discharges and characterization of serve\, errors\, and injustices. \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/lgbtq-veteran-allyship-workshop-2-of-3-wdva-lgbtq-veteran-program-common-yet-harmful-experiences-and-washington-state-definition-of-veteran/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,LGBTQ+,Veteran,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T100000
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260327T185120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185120Z
UID:9305-1779350400-1779357600@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:Emotion Regulation Strategies for Sustainable Employment
DESCRIPTION:Washington Health Care Authority (HCA) Foundational Community Supports (FCS) team in partnership with Rutgers School of Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions eagerly invite you to join our upcoming 4-part Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) guided employment series!  \nSession 3: Emotion Regulation Strategies for Sustainable Employment 5/21 8:30 am to 10 am (Pacific) Description: Learn Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies to help individuals understand and regulate emotions that affect motivation\, follow-through\, workplace behavior\, and long-term job retention. Training Objectives: • Learn how managing emotions affects motivation\, follow-through\, and overall work performance. • Explore practi \nOther sessions: \nDates: March 19\, April 16 May 21\, June 18\nTime: 8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. (Pacific)   \nPart one: Introduction to DBT & Mindfulness Strategies for Career Readiness \nExplore core DBT mindfulness skills and how they help individuals stay focused\, reduce job-related anxiety\, and make intentional choices throughout the job search and employment process. \nPart two: Distress Tolerance Strategies for Employment Stressors \nLearn how to teach individuals DBT distress tolerance skills to manage crises\, handle job-related stress\, and build emotional resilience during the job search and early stages of employment. \nPart three: Emotion Regulation Strategies for Sustainable Employment\nLearn Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies to help individuals understand and regulate emotions that affect motivation\, follow-through\, workplace behavior\, and long-term job retention. \nPart four: Interpersonal Effectiveness Strategies for Workplace Success \nGain Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-informed tools for teaching individuals how to communicate effectively\, assert needs\, set boundaries\, and navigate workplace relationships with confidence\, from interviews to daily interactions with supervisors and coworkers. \nRegister Here: Webinar Registration – Zoom \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/emotion-regulation-strategies-for-sustainable-employment/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260429T232814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T232814Z
UID:9702-1779454800-1779462000@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Veteran Allyship\, Workshop 3 of 3: Inclusive Practices
DESCRIPTION:LGBTQ+ Veteran Allyship\, Workshop 3 of 3: Inclusive Practices \nTime: 1:00pm-3:00pm \nLocation: Virtual/Online \nInstructor: Robin Lang\, WDVA LGBTQ+ Veteran Program Manager \nCE credits: Unavailable for this course at this time. \nCourse Description: \nIn this workshop\, we cover LGBTQ+ cultural competencies and ways to be a better ally. Topics include sexual identities\, gender identities\, gender expression\, emotional attraction\, sexual attraction\, intersectionality\, dominant culture\, pronouns\, inclusive practices\, privilege\, and coming out. \nLearning Objectives: \nThe overarching objective of this workshop is\, that by learning about LGBTQ+ veteran experiences\, available resources\, and inclusive practices\, it will help participants create a welcoming environment where LGBTQ+ veterans can receive their benefits or services without fear of mistreatment. Participants will: \nUnderstand cultural competence and allyship.\nRecognize symbols of allyship and their impact.\nIdentify common sexual identities and gender identities.\nUnderstand gender binary and non-binary folx.\nIdentify and recognize common LGBTQ+ flags.\nUnderstand the process of coming out.\nUnderstand the impact of Intersectionality.\nUnderstand gender pronouns and pronoun etiquette.\nIdentify and recognize the impact of Dominant Culture.\nDifferentiate between Gender Identity\, Gender Expression\, Sex assigned at birth\, Physical attraction and Emotional attraction.\nUnderstand common terms in the LGBTQ+ community\, and the impact of evolving language.\nRecognize privileges not experienced by many LGBTQ+ folx that dominant culture takes for granted. \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/lgbtq-veteran-allyship-workshop-3-of-3-inclusive-practices-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,LGBTQ+,Veteran,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260527T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260529T235959
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260327T190721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190721Z
UID:9309-1779840000-1780099199@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:NAMICON 2026
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by NAMI: \nBe part of a compassionate community where connection fuels learning\, conversations spark ideas\, and support turns into action\nlong after the conference ends. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTransformation \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInspiration \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCollaboration \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n→ Communities of faith \n→ Community leaders \n→ Local\, state\, and federal policymakers \n\n\n\n\n\n\n→ Service members\, veterans\, and their families \n→ Mental health care providers \n→ People with lived experience \n→ Family caregivers and supporters \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n→ Youth and young adults \n→Voices of Communities Facing Barriers to Care \n→Mental health champions \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFind Your Community\nWhether you’re living with a mental health condition\, supporting a loved one\, or advocating for systemic change\, you’ll find a space where your experiences are valued and your voice is heard. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIgnite Your Passion\nEngage in thought-provoking discussions\, discover new approaches to mental wellness\, and explore ways to turn your passion for mental health advocacy into meaningful action. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDrive Lasting Change\nAttend engaging sessions\, making meaningful connections with other advocates\, and gain practical tools that will help shape policy changes\, reduce stigma\, and make a lasting impact on the future of mental health. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here: Attend: NAMICon 2026 \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/namicon-2026/
LOCATION:Atlanta Marriott Marquis\, 265 Peachtree Center Ave NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 930303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Behavioral Health,Conference,SUD,Treatment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260428T171335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T171335Z
UID:9653-1779962400-1779967800@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:Preventing Veteran Suicide by Combating Stigma
DESCRIPTION:Preventing Veteran Suicide by Combating Stigma \nTime: 10:00am-11:30am \nLocation: Virtual/Online \nInstructor: Don Seese\, WDVA Suicide Prevention Program Lead \nCE credits: Unavailable for this course at this time. \nCourse Description: \nThis session will explore some of the stigmas that service members\, veterans\, and family members (SMVF) experience in and out of the service. Stigma remains a significant barrier to seeking help\, contributing to isolation\, misinformation\, and lack of access to essential mental health services. The training focuses on understanding the types of stigmas (self\, public\, and institutional)\, how stigma impacts mental health\, and practical steps to reduce its presence. Participants will engage in meaningful discussion to challenge and address stigma\, foster supportive peer networks\, and promote help-seeking behavior. \nLearning Objectives: \nUnderstand and identify stigma and its impacts.\nAbility to address stigma through actionable steps.\nAbility to promote help-seeking behavior. \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/preventing-veteran-suicide-by-combating-stigma/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Veteran,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260602T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T235959
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260321T225624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T225624Z
UID:9202-1780358400-1780617599@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:8th Annual Trauma Informed Care Conference
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by Yakama Nation community members: \nRegistration Now Open!  \n8th Annual Trauma Informed Care Conference \nYakama Nation community members are invited to join us for the 8th Annual Trauma Informed Care Conference\, happening June 2–4\, 2026 at Legends Casino in Toppenish\, WA. \nThis powerful three day event brings together community partners\, educators\, service providers\, and families committed to healing\, resilience\, and culturally rooted wellness. \nRegister here: 8th Annual Trauma Informed Care Conference 2026 Registration Hotel Room Block Code: BKG1827 \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/8th-annual-trauma-informed-care-conference/
LOCATION:Legend’s Casino/Hotel\, 580 Fort Road\, Toppenish\, WA\, 98949\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260608T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260608T235959
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260321T230200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T230200Z
UID:9207-1780876800-1780963199@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:2nd Annual Youth Leadership & Wellness Conference
DESCRIPTION:Yakama Nation: Join us for a full‑day event dedicated to empowering our youth\, building strong leaders\, and creating space for healing\, culture\, and community strength. \nA powerful\, in‑person youth conference where you can:\n• Learn how historical trauma impacts our communities/identities\n• Build real‑life resilience + wellness skills\n• Explore leadership tools to create positive change\n• Turn your own experiences into strengths for advocacy \nJune 8\, 2026 at Legend’s Casino Hotel\, Toppenish\, WA \nWho Should Come? \nYouth\, parents\, educators\, mentors\, and community leaders ready to support the next generation of strong\, grounded leaders. \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/2nd-annual-youth-leadership-wellness-conference/
LOCATION:Legend’s Casino/Hotel\, 580 Fort Road\, Toppenish\, WA\, 98949\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Conference,Tribal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260610T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260610T123000
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260430T202028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T202028Z
UID:9715-1781089200-1781094600@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:From Crisis to Stability: Supporting Clients When Law Enforcement Is Involved
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by HCA: \nDate & Time\nJun 10\, 2026 11:00 AM in\nPacific Time (US and Canada)\nDescription\nObjectives/Takeaways:\n•	Analyze how law enforcement involvement and use-of-force risks impact individuals with serious mental health conditions during behavioral health crises\n•	Assess Washington State crisis response trends\, systemic barriers\, and available community resources to strengthen intervention planning\n•	Demonstrate evidence-based de-escalation\, engagement\, and prevention strategies that promote client safety\, stability\, and improved crisis outcomes\n•	Develop proactive FCS housing and service interventions that reduce crisis escalation and minimize unnecessary law enforcement involvement\nDescription of Webinar:\nThis focused 90-minute training is designed to strengthen your ability to effectively support individuals with serious mental health conditions during high-risk behavioral health crises. This practical session will equip you with concrete strategies to anticipate and reduce crisis escalation\, apply evidence-based de-escalation approaches\, improve collaboration with law enforcement\, and use proactive housing and service interventions to decrease unnecessary police involvement. Participants will leave with stronger skills to enhance client safety\, advocate more effectively during law enforcement interactions\, prevent avoidable crises\, and confidently promote stability-centered outcomes that protect both clients and communities. \nName of Presenter:\nEarle Leitch\, MS \nShort Bio of Presenter:\nEarle is a Senior Training and Consultation Specialist in the Rutgers School of Health Professions\, Department of Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions. In this role\, he facilitates psychiatric rehabilitation-informed Community Support Services training\, consultation\, technical assistance\, and implementation support to enhance practitioner competencies and program outcomes. He developed the first Supervisors’ Learning Community for CSS provider agencies in NJ and facilitates the Buried in Treasures: Help for Compulsive Acquiring\, Saving and Hoard \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/from-crisis-to-stability-supporting-clients-when-law-enforcement-is-involved/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Behavioral Health,Webinar
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UID:9668-1781136000-1781308799@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:2026 Washington Behavioral Healthcare Conference
DESCRIPTION:2026 Washington Behavioral Healthcare Conference\nCELEBRATING COMMUNITY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH\nJune 11 – 12\, 2026 (pre-conference day June 10)\nThree Rivers Convention Center\n7016 W Grandridge Blvd\, Kennewick WA 99336 \nWelcome to the 36th annual Washington Behavioral Healthcare Conference (WBHC)\, Celebrating Community Behavioral Health!  \nAfter so many years of change and instability\, this theme was intentionally chosen to help uplift the provider community and the people we serve. We aim to honor behavioral health professionals\, peers\, and people in or moving toward recovery. The work you do each and every day is important\, meaningful\, and full of hope. We look forward to providing an opportunity for the behavioral health community to come together\, to share best practices about life-saving treatment and supports\, and to celebrate being the helpers. Our focus remains on the vital importance of expanding access to evidence-based behavioral health care\, including community-based treatment and peer support services. We must continue to address inequities in our systems and include new and diverse voices who are essential to helping shape our path forward and meeting the needs of all Washingtonians. \n We’ll weave these themes together when we meet in Kennewick in June\, hearing from community providers\, regional and national experts\, and people with lived experience to share their wisdom\, knowledge\, and tools. \nWe’re especially excited to introduce the 2026 WBHC keynote speakers:\nRyan Campbell\, a leading speaker on mental health & overcoming burnout\nChamique Holdsclaw\, an Olympic Gold Medalist\, WNBA Hall of Famer & mental health advocate\nShola Richards\, best-selling author of Civil Unity and expert on resilience in organizations & individuals \n This event will highlight 38 sessions; 34 workshops and\, back by popular demand\, 4 TED-style talks! Tracks at the WBHC will focus on recovery & resiliency\, leadership\, management & operations\, innovative care practices\, corrections & mental health\, substance use & co-occurring disorders\, and more. \nVisit one of the tabs at the top of this page to learn more\, or click HERE to download the brochure. If you’re ready to register\, click on the Register Now button to get started! \nRegister Now\nAlready registered?\nQuestions? Email us at wbhc@thewashingtoncouncil.org \nWe gratefully acknowledge support for the WBHC from the Health Care Authority/Division of Behavioral Health & Recovery\, and the Department of Corrections. \nFunding for this conference was made possible (in part) by SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services\, nor does the mention of trade names\, commercial practices\, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/2026-washington-behavioral-healthcare-conference-2/
LOCATION:Three Rivers Convention Center\, 7016 W Grandridge Blvd\, Kennewick\, WA\, 99336\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Behavioral Health,Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T100000
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UID:9307-1781771400-1781776800@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:Emotion Regulation Strategies for Sustainable Employment
DESCRIPTION:Washington Health Care Authority (HCA) Foundational Community Supports (FCS) team in partnership with Rutgers School of Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions eagerly invite you to join our upcoming 4-part Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) guided employment series!  \nPart four: Interpersonal Effectiveness Strategies for Workplace Success \nGain Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-informed tools for teaching individuals how to communicate effectively\, assert needs\, set boundaries\, and navigate workplace relationships with confidence\, from interviews to daily interactions with supervisors and coworkers. \nOther sessions: \nDates: March 19\, April 16 May 21\, June 18\nTime: 8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. (Pacific)   \nPart one: Introduction to DBT & Mindfulness Strategies for Career Readiness \nExplore core DBT mindfulness skills and how they help individuals stay focused\, reduce job-related anxiety\, and make intentional choices throughout the job search and employment process. \nPart two: Distress Tolerance Strategies for Employment Stressors \nLearn how to teach individuals DBT distress tolerance skills to manage crises\, handle job-related stress\, and build emotional resilience during the job search and early stages of employment. \nPart three: Emotion Regulation Strategies for Sustainable Employment\nLearn Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies to help individuals understand and regulate emotions that affect motivation\, follow-through\, workplace behavior\, and long-term job retention. \nPart four: Interpersonal Effectiveness Strategies for Workplace Success \nGain Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-informed tools for teaching individuals how to communicate effectively\, assert needs\, set boundaries\, and navigate workplace relationships with confidence\, from interviews to daily interactions with supervisors and coworkers. \nRegister Here: Webinar Registration – Zoom \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/9307/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260702T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260702T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T163035
CREATED:20260327T191902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T191902Z
UID:9316-1782997200-1783004400@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:Bi-Monthly Golden Thread Documentation Training
DESCRIPTION:Washington Health Care Authority (HCA) Foundational Community Supports (FCS) trainers are inviting you to join them in a six part training series for The Golden Thread Documentation Training. \nJoin us for a six-session training series that provides a comprehensive overview\, with practical applications FCS documentation. Each webinar covers a specific type of documentation and addresses Medicaid requirements and the importance of the connection between assessments\, service plans\, and progress notes\, known as the Golden Thread. The series will be presented with the newly developed Golden Thread Toolkit\, a valuable new resource for FCS staff. It is recommended that participants attend all sessions in the series\, as the information presented is cumulative. \nThis training is recommended for those who: \n\nAre new to providing supportive housing and supported employment services\nAre interested in improving the standards of personnel or agency documentation standards\nAre considering participating in a fidelity review and would like more information on how to prepare for it\n\nObjectives:\n\nTo use Medicaid-compliant documentation of Foundational Community Support services specifically the assessments\, service plan\, and progress notes.\nWhat the Golden Thread is\, and its importance in providing quality services to participants.\n\nWriting documentation in a way that accurately and completely reflects a participant’s story in a person-centered way. \nRegister Here: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/bi-monthly-golden-thread-documentation-training-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Advocacy,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260814T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260814T150000
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UID:9248-1786696200-1786719600@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:Strophy Foundation: Friday on the Course golf tournament
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the Strophy Foundation: \nOne in three veterans faces mental health challenges after service—but they don’t have to face them alone. \nThrough the Mental Health and Veterans Court Program (MHVC)\, the Strophy Foundation helps connect veterans to the care\, benefits\, and support they’ve earned. From early outreach in the justice system to coordinated treatment\, housing\, and mentorship\, MHVC is designed to restore stability\, reduce repeat offenses\, and create better outcomes for veterans and our community. \n“Dedicated outreach is critical\,” shares Program Manager Alexandria Ross. “Veterans often face service-related challenges that can be misunderstood. This program helps ensure they’re supported—not overlooked.” \nEven after completing the program\, veterans stay connected—often returning as mentors and community leaders. Recently\, participants helped revitalize the Thurston County Food Bank’s Victory Garden\, giving back while continuing their own journey forward. \nThis is what community care looks like—steady\, compassionate\, and life-changing. \nTickets Now on Sale for “Friday on the Course” \n \nThis isn’t just a golf tournament. \nIt’s support for Veterans\, families\, and individuals working to rebuild their lives through therapeutic courts in Thurston County. \nEvery swing helps close critical funding gaps. \nJoin us August 14 \nRegister Here: Strophy Foundation | Powered By GiveSmart \nEVENT DETAILS\nOur fourth annual golf tournament on August 14\, 2026\, is held at the outstanding Capitol City Golf Course. Over 100 golfers will join us each August\, to compete in our 18-hole tournament where we set up a day full of fun with sponsors\, games\, food\, drinks\, and raffle prizes. \nWho: Strophy Foundation\nWhat: Friday on the Course Golf Tournament\nWhen: August 14\, 2026\, 8:30 am – 3:00 pm\nWhere: Capitol City Golf Club\, 5225 Old Yelm Hwy SE\, Olympia\, WA 98513\nWhy: The Strophy Foundation\, based in Olympia\, is a vital supporter of the Thurston County therapeutic court programs. These programs\, including Veterans\, Mental Health\, Family Recovery\, Safe Baby\, and Drug/DUI court programs\, often face funding gaps. \nRegistration Includes Golf\, Cart\, Practice Green\, Driving Range\, Continental Breakfast\, Lunch\, and Birdie Bag\n$25 Add-On Captain’s Package: Includes Two (2) Mulligans\, Two (2) Feet of Putting String\, and Five (5) Raffle Ticket\n$10 Add-On ‘Mega Putt’ Putting Contest \n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
URL:https://tcaofwa.org/event/strophy-foundation-friday-on-the-course-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:Capitol City Golf Club\, 5225 Old Yelm Hwy SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98513\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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