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SUMMARY:Setting the Stage: Strengthening Communication & Collaboration in Staffing
DESCRIPTION:The first session in Judge Bull’s three-part series on staffing is next week!\nIn Setting the Stage: Strengthening Communication & Collaboration in Staffing\, Judge Bull shares how teams can communicate and collaborate more effectively in the lead-up to court—and how that communication helps shape a more focused\, productive courtroom experience for participants and staff.\nFollowing the 90-minute presentation\, Judge Bull will answer your questions. Bring your unique staffing challenges\, and get practical guidance on how to apply session principles to your program. \nWe hope to see you there! \nBest\,\nThe Reconnect Team \nDate: Friday\, May 22\, 2026\nTime: 3:30 – 5:00 PM ET  \nRegister Now  \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/setting-the-stage-strengthening-communication-collaboration-in-staffing/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Case Management,Judges,Professional Growth,Program Monitoring,Prosecutor,Role of Law Enforcement,Skill Building,Support,Team Wellness,Treatment,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260429T232814Z
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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:20260528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T113000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260428T171335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T171335Z
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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:20260529T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260529T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260516T163618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260516T163618Z
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SUMMARY:Family-Centered Fridays: Accessibility considerations for treatment courts
DESCRIPTION:NCSC’s webinars offer free educational programming on critical issues facing the courts. \nFamily-Centered Fridays: Accessibility considerations for treatment courts \nFriday\, May 29 @ Noon ET \nTreatment court teams\, legal professionals\, court service providers\, and policymakers need an understanding of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements and accessibility practices to strengthen organizational compliance\, program design\, and service delivery.  \nJoin this Family-Centered Fridays webinar to learn about the new NCSC Guide on Accessibility Considerations for Treatment Courts. Specifically designed for treatment courts\, the guide outlines basic accessibility principles and ADA requirements and provides practical tools and templates that support full participation and inclusivity for people with disabilities.  \nDuring the webinar\, NCSC staff will provide an overview of the guide and highlight key considerations for courts. Panelists will also discuss incorporating accessibility training into problem-solving courts\, handling modifications in treatment courts\, and implementing modified policies. \nModerators:\n•	Grace Spulak\, principal court management consultant\, NCSC\n•	Lisa M. Williams\, senior court management consultant\, NCSC \nPanelists:\n•	Leah Elsbernd\, problem-solving coordinator\, Colorado Judicial Department\n•	Judge Taryn L. Heath\, presiding judge\, Stark County (Ohio) Honor Court Veterans Treatment Court \nFor more information\, email Miguel Trujillo. \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/family-centered-fridays-accessibility-considerations-for-treatment-courts/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260601T133000
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SUMMARY:WDVA: Veteran Tobacco and Nicotine Use
DESCRIPTION:Veteran Tobacco and Nicotine Use\nWashington State Department of Veterans Affairs VIRTUAL\nMultiple dates between April 28\, 2026 and June 09\, 2026\nEvent Banner\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\nRegistration: Open\nMultiple Event Dates Within Range\nAPR28TUESDAY to JUN09TUESDAY\nSee registration form for specific dates\nRegistration Closes\nJune 09\, 2026 @ 6:00 pm \nLocation \nFeatured SpeakersView all featured speakers ▶\nINSTRUCTOR\nPhoto of Josie Tracy\, PhD\nJosie Tracy\, PhD\nOwner\, Harness Harm Reduction and Mental Health\, PLLC \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/wdva-veteran-tobacco-and-nicotine-use/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Veteran,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260525T183220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T183220Z
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SUMMARY:H.R. 1 impacts for noncitizens
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by Apple Heealth: \nJoin us for the upcoming webinar on H.R. 1 impacts for noncitizens\nLast year\, House Resolution 1 (H.R. 1) was passed by Congress and signed into law by the president. This federal legislation will have significant impacts on Apple Health (Medicaid) eligibility.\nH.R. 1 introduces new requirements that affect Apple Health (Medicaid) coverage for Washington state residents.\nOur top priority is to implement new federal requirements in ways that minimize coverage loss and reduce customer burden. To support this effort HCA is hosting a webinar focused on these impacts.\nWho should attend?\n•	Navigator organizations\n•	HCA community partners\n•	Anyone assisting individuals with Apple Health applications \nWebinar information\n•	Date: June 4\, 2026\n•	Time: 10 – 11 a.m.\nJoin Teams webinar (no registration required) \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/h-r-1-impacts-for-noncitizens/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260514T002755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T002932Z
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SUMMARY:WASAVP Presents: What Preventionists Need to Know About Sedatives (Including Alcohol)
DESCRIPTION:Sedative drugs – especially alcohol — cause more overall harm than trendier drugs because they are common\, accepted\, and easy for young people to access. But they tend to take a backseat to newer\, headline grabbing drugs like fentanyl and methamphetamine.\nTo update the prevention field on sedative drugs (including alcohol)\, the Washington Association for Substance Misuse and Violence Prevention (WASAVP) is offering a training on June 4\, 2026\, from 1–3 PM: “What Preventionists Need to Know About Sedatives (Including Alcohol).” Please register and encourage your colleagues to register as well. \nEventbrite registration opens May 13\, 2026\, at rb.gy/a8glfa. The workshop costs about $120 total\, which includes the $100 registration fee plus Eventbrite charges and Washington State sales tax. \nPlease copy the registration link into your browser if it does not work when you click on it. \nParticipants who complete the webinar will receive a certificate for 2 Continuing Education Hours. The training has also been submitted to the state prevention certification board for approval as 2 Drug Education Continuing Education Hours.\nThe facilitator/trainer is Steven Freng\, Psy.D.\, MSW\, CEO\, Community Network Services. \nThe training will cover the following topics:\n•	History\, cultural contexts and science about sedative and alcohol use.\n•	Current incidence and prevalence data.\n•	Effects\, impacts\, and consequences of sedative use.\n•	Pharmaceutical sedatives not developed for human use.\n•	Effects\, impacts and consequences of alcohol use\, including the outcomes for prenatal exposure. \nFor more information\, contact Steve Freng\, cnsseattle@aol.com\, or\, Scott Waller\, tumh2o99@comcast.net. \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/wasvap-presents-what-preventionists-need-to-know-about-sedatives-including-alcohol/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Professional Growth,SUD,Treatment,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260609T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260609T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260525T185142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T185142Z
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SUMMARY:WDVA: Veteran Tobacco and Nicotine Use
DESCRIPTION:Veteran Tobacco and Nicotine Use\nWashington State Department of Veterans Affairs VIRTUAL\nMultiple dates between April 28\, 2026 and June 09\, 2026\nEvent Banner\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\nRegistration: Open\nMultiple Event Dates Within Range\nAPR28TUESDAY to JUN09TUESDAY\nSee registration form for specific dates\nRegistration Closes\nJune 09\, 2026 @ 6:00 pm \nLocation \nFeatured SpeakersView all featured speakers ▶\nINSTRUCTOR\nPhoto of Josie Tracy\, PhD\nJosie Tracy\, PhD\nOwner\, Harness Harm Reduction and Mental Health\, PLLC \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/wdva-veteran-tobacco-and-nicotine-use-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Veteran,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260609T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260609T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260525T183825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T183825Z
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SUMMARY:AllRise: Clinical vs. Forensic Drug Testing
DESCRIPTION:Session 3: Clinical vs. Forensic Drug Testing\nDate & Time\nJun 9\, 2026 09:00 AM in\nPacific Time (US and Canada)\nDescription\nDrug testing is one of the most frequently used and most frequently misunderstood tools in treatment court settings. When used appropriately\, drug testing can provide valuable clinical information to guide treatment decisions. When misused or misinterpreted\, it can lead to inappropriate sanctions\, erosion of the therapeutic alliance\, ethical conflicts for providers\, and poor outcomes for participants.\nThis session clarifies the critical distinctions between clinical and forensic drug testing\, including differences in purpose\, methodology\, interpretation\, and professional responsibility. Participants will review ASAM guidance on the appropriate use of drug testing and explore how courts’ expectations sometimes push treatment providers beyond their ethical scope of practice.\nUsing case examples\, including false positives\, misapplied results\, and harmful court responses\, participants will develop a clearer understanding of how to interpret drug testing results responsibly and communicate findings to court teams in a way that protects both clients and professional integrity. \nLearning Objectives\n1.	Differentiate between clinical and forensic drug testing in terms of purpose\, methodology\, interpretation\, and ethical responsibility.\n2.	Explain ASAM guidance regarding the appropriate clinical use of drug testing in addiction treatment.\n3.	Describe the ethical and professional risks of requiring treatment providers to function in forensic roles. \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/allrise-clinical-vs-forensic-drug-testing/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Treatment,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260610T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260610T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260430T202028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T202028Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260327T185343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T175722Z
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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:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260327T191902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T191902Z
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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-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Advocacy,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260811T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260525T184012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T184012Z
UID:10499-1786438800-1786442400@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:AllRise: Mental Health\, Trauma\, and Justice Involvement
DESCRIPTION:Session 4: Mental Health\, Trauma\, and Justice Involvement\nDate & Time\nAug 11\, 2026 09:00 AM in\nPacific Time (US and Canada)\nDescription\nJustice-involved individuals often present with complex clinical profiles that extend far beyond substance use disorders. Serious mental illness\, trauma exposure\, cognitive impairment\, and chronic stress frequently shape behavior in ways that are misunderstood within traditional court frameworks. When these factors go unrecognized\, participants are often labeled as “noncompliant\,” sanctioned for symptoms\, and placed in treatment models that do not meet their clinical needs.\nThis session helps participants deepen their clinical conceptualization of justice-involved behavior. Attendees will examine how to differentiate substance use–driven behaviors from those rooted in mental health conditions\, trauma responses\, and neurobehavioral challenges. The session explores why standard treatment court structures frequently struggle to serve individuals with complex co-occurring disorders and highlights the risks of over-sanctioning clinically vulnerable participants.\nParticipants will gain practical strategies for adapting treatment approaches\, improving communication with court teams\, and advocating for responses that are grounded in clinical reality\, ethical practice\, and evidence-based care rather than misinterpretation of behavior. \nLearning Objectives\n1.	Differentiate between behaviors primarily driven by substance use and those driven by mental health conditions\, trauma\, or cognitive impairment.\n2.	Explain why individuals with complex co-occurring disorders often struggle in traditional treatment court models.\n3.	Describe how trauma\, chronic stress\, and emotional dysregulation impact behavior\, decision-making\, and perceived “compliance.” \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/allrise-mental-health-trauma-and-justice-involvement/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Behavioral Health,Treatment,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260507T192514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T192514Z
UID:10157-1787047200-1787050800@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:Leading a multi-generational workforce
DESCRIPTION:Today\, 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-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Skill Building,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260525T184140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T184140Z
UID:10503-1788858000-1788861600@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:AllRise: The Sequential Intercept Model and Justice-Involved Individuals: Advancing Recovery-Oriented Responses Across the Criminal Justice Continuum
DESCRIPTION:Session 5: The Sequential Intercept Model and Justice-Involved Individuals: Advancing Recovery-Oriented Responses Across the Criminal Justice Continuum\nDate & Time\nSep 8\, 2026 09:00 AM in\nPacific Time (US and Canada)\nDescription\nThis session introduces the Sequential Intercept Model (SIM) as a powerful framework for guiding community and system-level responses to justice-involved individuals with substance use disorders. Participants will explore how SIM identifies key points\, or “intercepts”\, where effective interventions can divert individuals from deeper system involvement and connect them to treatment and recovery support. Emphasis will be placed on the role of treatment courts as a critical intercept and the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration across legal and clinical systems. Attendees will also learn how to enhance recovery outcomes by integrating peer support\, family involvement\, and community-based resources throughout the justice process. \nLearning Objectives:\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to:\n1.	Describe the Sequential Intercept Model and explain how it applies to justice-involved individuals with substance use disorders at various stages of the criminal justice system.\n2.	Identify the role of treatment courts within the SIM framework and discuss how collaborative\, recovery-oriented approaches support diversion and rehabilitation.\n3.	Apply strategies to build interdisciplinary partnerships and incorporate recovery support services to enhance long-term outcomes for individuals involved in both the treatment and legal systems. \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/allrise-the-sequential-intercept-model-and-justice-involved-individuals-advancing-recovery-oriented-responses-across-the-criminal-justice-continuum/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260507T192639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T192639Z
UID:10159-1789466400-1789470000@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:Leading a multi-generational workforce
DESCRIPTION:Today\, 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-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Skill Building,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T152156
CREATED:20260525T184315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T184315Z
UID:10505-1791882000-1791885600@tcaofwa.org
SUMMARY:AllRise: Ethics and Confidentiality in Treatment Courts: Navigating Complexities in Clinical and Legal Practice
DESCRIPTION:Session 6: Ethics and Confidentiality in Treatment Courts: Navigating Complexities in Clinical and Legal Practice\nDate & Time\nOct 13\, 2026 09:00 AM in\nPacific Time (US and Canada)\nDescription\nSession Description:\nThis session will address the evolving ethical and legal challenges faced by addiction treatment providers working within treatment court settings. Drawing from the latest national guidance and professional codes of ethics\, the session will explore how foundational principles—such as autonomy\, justice\, and non-maleficence—are applied in environments where legal mandates intersect with clinical care. Topics will include managing confidentiality under HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2\, navigating dual roles\, and making ethically sound decisions when balancing client welfare with court requirements. This session will offer participants practical tools to navigate real-world dilemmas and strengthen ethical decision-making in collaborative justice systems. \nLearning Objectives:\n1.	Explain key ethical principles and professional codes that guide addiction treatment in justice-involved settings\, including the application of confidentiality laws like 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA.\n2.	Identify and manage ethical challenges related to dual roles\, information sharing\, and potential conflicts of interest in treatment court environments.\n3.	Apply structured ethical decision-making models to complex scenarios involving coercion\, informed consent\, and legal-clinical tensions in treatment courts. \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/allrise-ethics-and-confidentiality-in-treatment-courts-navigating-complexities-in-clinical-and-legal-practice/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Webinar
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