Focus Fridays

recognizing

Risk

Equip yourself with the tools in suicide prevention to recognize those at risk.

The training series is designed for behavioral health professionals committed to making a difference in suicide prevention, empowering participants with cutting-edge strategies to identify and intervene effectively with high-risk populations and occupations.

Last chance to register for the behavioral health equity trainings. Enhance your ability to provide equitable care by understanding social determinants, implicit biases, and cultural factors affecting underserved populations.

What You'll Learn

Recognizing risk in behavioral health care.

Recognizing Warning Signs

Identify indicators of high-risk individuals.

Foster Supportive Environments

Create safe and supportive spaces for vulnerable communities.

Resources & Tools

Gain access to valuable research, tools, and resources to facilitate your work.

Upcoming Trainings

Native American Women

Cultural Identity, Values and Resilience

Examining the role of colonization to legitimize a more accurate and meaningful conceptualization of wellbeing and balance across family and community systems. See Details

May 9, 2025, 8:30 - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Pilar Gauthier, LPC

Racial Trauma

And the Nervous System

Gain insight into racial trauma and its effects to better provide for people of color. See Details

June 13, 2025, 8:30 - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Sherronda Jamerson, MA, CDP

Recognizing Suicide Risk

in the Agriculture Population

Learn about the risk factors and warning signs of suicide among farmers and ranchers, and discover strategies for intervention and prevention. See Details

July 11, 2025, 8:30am - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Monica McConkey, LPC

YouthLine

Suicide Prevention and Intervention for Youth: YouthLine at Lines for Life

Learn skills and resources to support youth mental wellness, intervene in crises, and provide online support through social media, with insights from YouthLine's peer-to-peer help and outreach programs. See Details

August 8, 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Craig Leets, MA, YouthLine Deputy Director at Lines for Life; Mel Butterfield, MA, YouthLine Deputy Director for Central Oregon at Lines for Life

Suicide Prevention in LGBTQIA+ Communities

Affirming and Effective Approaches

Explore the unique risk and protective factors impacting LGBTQIA+ mental health and suicide prevention. See Details

August 22, 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Leah Post, LICSW

Dentistry and Mental Health

Discover the truth behind the high suicide rates among dentists and the importance of mental health in this community. See Details

September 12, 2025, 8:30am - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Woodstock Tom, DMD, Assistant Professor In Residence; Mageena Tom, LCSW

Intimate Partner Violence

Crisis Within: Understanding Suicide Risk in the Context of Intimate Partner Violence

Explore the research linking intimate partner violence (IPV) with suicidality among diverse victims and perpetrators, and discuss implications for practice. See Details

October 10, 2025, 8:30 - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Denise Hines, PhD

Hooah Am I?

Exploring how confusion of the term "veteran" impacts identity and leads to unnecessary suffering, increased shame, and suicide

Develop an integrated military identity to enhance belonging within both the Veteran community and broader society, reducing isolation and suicide risk. See Details

November 14, 2025, 8:30 - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Erich Roush, Psy.D.; Tamara Morris, Psy.D.

The Holidays and Suicide

Fact or Fiction

Explore the impact of holiday stress on suicide risk, uncovering facts and strategies to increase protective factors for those struggling with suicide ideation. See Details

November 21, 2025, 8:30 - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): William Hutter, PsyD, LMFT

Suicidal Behaviors in Children

How DBT-C Can Mitigate Suicidal Behaviors in Children

Introduce DBT-C (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy for Children) to clinicians, focusing on parenting strategies to mitigate self-harm, suicidal ideation, and other high-risk behaviors in children. See Details

December 12, 2025, 8:30 - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Lisa Dunham, LCSW; Brittany Hayes, MA, LPC, CSAC

Acquired Brain Injury & Suicide Risk

Dive into the critical connection between acquired brain injury (ABI) and suicidal ideation. See Details

January 9, 2026, 8:30 - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Alec Wendelboe

Correctional Settings

Assessing and Managing Suicide Risk in Correctional Populations

Explore the complexities of suicide risk assessment in correctional settings. See Details

February 13, 2026, 8:30 - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Lesley Chapin, Psy.D.

Reducing Risk and Intellectual Disability

Advance your expertise in addressing the vulnerabilities of the intellectual and developmentally disabled community. See Details

March 13, 2026, 8:30 - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): William Hutter, PsyD, LMFT

Motivational Interviewing

Listening to Understand When Clients are in Struggle

Implementing motivational interviewing basics, we will enhance our understanding of a client's mental health and develop a crisis/wellness plan. See Details

April 10, 2026, 8:30 - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Kim Davidson, LCSW

Construction Safety

Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: The Next Dimension in Safety

Explore suicide risk factors in construction and educate leaders on protective measures to build a caring culture. See Details

May 8, 2026, 8:30 - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Sonya Bohmann

Suicidality in Geriatric Care

Unveiling the Silent Struggle

Enhance your skills in geriatric suicidality to identify risk factors, warning signs, interventions, best practices, self-care for providers, and resources. See Details

June 12, 2026, 8:30 - 10:30am CST
Virtual via Zoom
Fee: $10 full members; $25 partial members and nonmembers
Continuing Education Hours: 2.0
Trainer(s): Todd Sigler, PsyD, LP, NCC

questions about Focus Friday series?

BHTP Trainer Liz Bartz can help. Contact Liz at 920-465-2361 or via email at bartze@uwgb.edu.