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SUMMARY:Ignite Pongo\, Foundations
DESCRIPTION:Through Ignite Pongo\, attendees will learn and practice Pongo techniques for facilitating powerful personal poetry that inspires healing\, growth\, and community. In this immersive training\, attendees will hone their skills as a Poetry Mentor\, learn how to remove barriers to self-expression\, and encourage honesty from survivors of difficult life experiences. \nPongo has 27 years of experience in successfully providing therapeutic poetry programming to vulnerable youth. Our poetry mentorship programming is proven to inspire healing among youth who are coping with serious traumatic experiences. Youth consistently express that Pongo offers them immediate therapeutic benefits\, and results in long-term transformational change. Studies of our program show decreases in anger\, confusion\, and depression after Pongo poetry writing\, and increases in resilient attitudes\, self-esteem\, and emotional intelligence among our youth writers. \nJoin Ignite Pongo to gain the knowledge and skills you need to create therapeutic poetry programming based on our trauma-informed approach. \nRegister here: https://pongopoetryproject.org/register-for-ignite-pongo-foundations/ \nAbout Pongo Poetry Project\nPongo Poetry Project is a Seattle-based nonprofit that uses personal poetry to facilitate healing among youth coping with devastating traumas. Our mission is to engage youth in writing poetry to inspire healing and growth. \nAt the heart of our program is the Pongo Method\, a trauma-informed technique for teaching poetry\, created in consultation with psychiatrists and researchers from the University of Washington. Pongo’s approach offers youth a safe\, gratifying way to express feelings about some of the worst experiences imaginable\, including abuse\, neglect\, and exposure to violence.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/ignite-pongo-foundations/
LOCATION:WA
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230316
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SUMMARY:Pongo’s Certification Pilot Program
DESCRIPTION:Title: Pongo’s Certification Pilot Program\nDeadline: March 31\, 2023\nLocation: Virtual \nBrief summary \nAfter nearly three decades of leading healing youth poetry programming in the Seattle area\, Pongo is ready to share its tried-and-true techniques with educators\, clinicians\, and community leaders from across the country. Pongo’s certification pilot program will empower individuals with the tools and support to create new poetry writing projects using its proven\, trauma-informed poetry writing methodology. As a result\, Pongo will create a national network of Pongo-inspired poetry writing projects\, supporting youth who have experienced trauma across the country. \nContact: info@pongopoetryproject.org \n  \nPongo Poetry Project Background  \n Pongo Poetry Project is a Seattle-based nonprofit that uses personal poetry to facilitate healing among youth coping with devastating traumas. Our mission is to engage youth in writing poetry to inspire healing and growth. At the heart of our program is the Pongo Method\, an evidence-based\, trauma-informed technique for teaching poetry\, created in collaboration with child psychiatrists\, expressive writing therapists\, and academics. Pongo’s approach offers youth a safe\, gratifying way to express feelings about some of the worst experiences imaginable\, including abuse\, neglect\, and exposure to violence. \nhttps://pongopoetryproject.org/pongo-certification-program/
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/pongos-certification-pilot-program/
LOCATION:WA
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SUMMARY:Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Training
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Mar 22 and Thursday Mar 23\, 2022 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (PT) at the Confluence Technology Center 285 Technology Center Way Wenatchee\, WA. \nCoordinated Care is providing TF-CBT Training for contracted\, in-network Coordinated Care providers (or those in the licensing process). In order to register\, providers must attest that they actively treat youth in foster care\, accept Coordinated Care\, have a master’s degree in a mental health discipline\, and have professional licensure (or are under supervision for licensure). Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) is an evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents impacted by trauma that includes participation by their parents or caregivers. Research shows that TF-CBT successfully resolves a broad array of emotional and behavioral difficulties associated with single\, multiple and complex trauma experiences. The training is led by\, Roy Van Tassell\, MS\, LPC-S\, Director of Trauma and Evidence-Based Interventions for Centene\, providing training in trauma\, assessment\, evidenced-based interventions and consultation to treatment providers and the community. He has been a member of the federally funded National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) since 2002\, and co-chairs the NCTSN’s subcommittee for Children with Problematic Sexual Behaviors. His professional background over the last 40 years is diverse\, having worked with children to seniors in residential\, inpatient\, outpatient\, and partial hospital settings. Mr. Van Tassell has trained nationally in over 26 states and is an approved master trainer/consultant in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). In 2005 Roy was in the first train-the-trainer cohort with the TF-CBT model developers. He served as faculty for nine national and state Learning Collaborative trainings for TF-CBT; including for the National Child Advocacy Center in Huntsville Alabama\, the University of Tennessee’s Center of Excellence and as a trainer/consultant for the national Effective Provider\, Train-the-Trainer program for the American Psychological Association. Please see the attached flyer for full information including required pre-course work. Reach out to Lindsey.C.Greene@coordinatedcarehealth.com with any questions. \nRegistration link: https://WenatcheeTFCBT.eventbrite.com \nPlease see the flyer for eligibility requirements.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/trauma-focused-cognitive-behavioral-therapy-tf-cbt-training/
LOCATION:Confluence Technology Center\, 285 Technology Center Way Ste 102\, Wenatchee\, WA\, 98801\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230401
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SUMMARY:Pongo’s Certification Pilot Program (Deadline)
DESCRIPTION:Title: Pongo’s Certification Pilot Program\nDeadline: March 31\, 2023\nLocation: Virtual \nBrief summary \nAfter nearly three decades of leading healing youth poetry programming in the Seattle area\, Pongo is ready to share its tried-and-true techniques with educators\, clinicians\, and community leaders from across the country. Pongo’s certification pilot program will empower individuals with the tools and support to create new poetry writing projects using its proven\, trauma-informed poetry writing methodology. As a result\, Pongo will create a national network of Pongo-inspired poetry writing projects\, supporting youth who have experienced trauma across the country. \nContact: info@pongopoetryproject.org \n  \nPongo Poetry Project Background  \n Pongo Poetry Project is a Seattle-based nonprofit that uses personal poetry to facilitate healing among youth coping with devastating traumas. Our mission is to engage youth in writing poetry to inspire healing and growth. At the heart of our program is the Pongo Method\, an evidence-based\, trauma-informed technique for teaching poetry\, created in collaboration with child psychiatrists\, expressive writing therapists\, and academics. Pongo’s approach offers youth a safe\, gratifying way to express feelings about some of the worst experiences imaginable\, including abuse\, neglect\, and exposure to violence. \nhttps://pongopoetryproject.org/pongo-certification-program/
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/pongos-certification-pilot-program-deadline/
LOCATION:WA
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SUMMARY:Re-imagining Behavioral Health: Race\, Equity & Social Justice
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the 4th Annual “Re-imagining Behavioral Health: Race\, Equity & Social Justice” Conference – scroll down for the link to register.\nPlease join us as we explore the intersectionality of substance use disorders\, mental health\, and social justice. The two-half day virtual conference is designed to empower individuals and teams who want to advance health equity and support diversity and inclusion in behavioral health care.\nThis year’s conference theme is: “Breaking Barriers\, Driving Change across Systems” \nDATES/TIMES*\nThursday\, September 28\, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (PT)\nFriday September 29\, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. \n*The virtual conference platform will be accessible 30 minutes before and after each day’s program. This time will provide an opportunity for all attendees to connect and network with each other. \nPLACE: Virtual\nCOST: The conference is free to attend. \n*CEU’s will be available for behavioral health care professionals. \nTo register\, please visit: https://bhinstitute.uw.edu/resj-2023-register
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/re-imagining-behavioral-health-race-equity-social-justice/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T221354Z
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SUMMARY:Get Certified in the Pongo Method
DESCRIPTION:Brief summary \n After three decades of leading effective and healing youth poetry programming in the Seattle area\, Pongo is ready to share its tried-and-true techniques with educators\, clinicians\, and community leaders from across the country. Pongo’s certification program will empower individuals with the tools and support to create new poetry writing projects using its proven\, trauma-informed poetry writing methodology. As a result\, Pongo will create a national network of Pongo-inspired poetry writing projects\, supporting youth who have experienced trauma across the country. \n Contact: info@pongopoetryproject.org \nPongo Poetry Project Background  \nPongo Poetry Project is a Seattle-based nonprofit that uses personal poetry to facilitate healing among youth coping with devastating traumas. Our mission is to engage youth in writing poetry to inspire healing and growth. At the heart of our program is the Pongo Method\, an evidence-based\, trauma-informed technique for teaching poetry\, created in collaboration with child psychiatrists\, expressive writing therapists\, and academics. Pongo’s approach offers youth a safe\, gratifying way to express feelings about some of the worst experiences imaginable\, including abuse\, neglect\, and exposure to violence.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/get-certified-in-the-pongo-method/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240629T100000
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SUMMARY:Ignite Pongo Training: Spring 2024
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday June 29th\, Pongo Poetry Project will host the spring edition of its Ignite Pongo training series. Through Ignite Pongo\, attendees will learn and practice Pongo techniques for facilitating powerful personal poetry that inspires healing\, growth\, and community. \nIn this immersive training\, attendees will hone their skills as a Poetry Mentor\, learn how to remove barriers to self-expression\, and encourage honesty from survivors of difficult life experiences. Register here to attend Ignite Pongo\, and gain the knowledge and skills you need to create therapeutic poetry programming based on their trauma-informed approach.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/ignite-pongo-training-spring-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
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SUMMARY:2024 NAMI WA State Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 NAMI WA State Conference will be held at the Yakima Convention Center and will be starting mid day September 28th through mid day September 29th. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConference Agenda \nHighlights \n·    Welcome Keynote Speaker: Congressman Adam Smith – Author of Lost & Broken: My Journey Back from Chronic Pain and Crippling Anxiety \n·    45 Year Anniversary Dinner & Costume Dance – theme 1979\, the year our founding! \n  \nWorkshops  \n·    Sparking the Parent/Child Conversation About Mental Health – led by a teen and a parent \n·    Age of Consent: What it Means for Families \n·    Eliminating Stigma Through Education: The Mental Health Instruction Library \n·    CREATING SAFE HAVENS AT WORK: THE ROLE OF MANAGERS AND EMPLOYERS IN PROMOTING RECOVERY-FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENTS \n·    Peer Support for 55+ \n·    From Parity to Patient Protections: How State Insurance Laws Can Improve Access to Care \n·    Office of Behavioral Health Advocacy: Who we are and how we support our community \n·    Occupational Therapy: A New Option for Behavioral Health \n·    Shining Light into Dark Places: The healing power of TMS \n·    Culture if Prevention\, Prevention is Culture – Presented by the Yakama Nation \n  \nPlenary Sessions \n·    Intersection of Mental Health\, Homelessness\, and the Criminal Justice System \n·    The Seattle Times: Lost Patients of Northern State Hospital \n·    2024 Legislative Roundup and 2025 Vision\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMORE INFORMATION HERE
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/2024-nami-wa-state-conference/
LOCATION:Yakima Convention Center\, 10 North 8th Street \, Yakima\, WA\, 98901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
CREATED:20240926T215120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T215120Z
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SUMMARY:Ignite Pongo Training: Autumn 2024
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday November 2nd\, Pongo Poetry Project will host the autumn edition of its Ignite Pongo training series. Through Ignite Pongo\, attendees will learn and practice Pongo techniques for facilitating powerful personal poetry that inspires healing\, growth\, and community. \nIn this immersive training\, attendees will hone their skills as a Poetry Mentor\, learn how to remove barriers to self-expression\, and encourage honesty from survivors of difficult life experiences. Register here to attend Ignite Pongo\, and gain the knowledge and skills you need to create therapeutic poetry programming based on their trauma-informed approach.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/ignite-pongo-training-autumn-2024/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250401
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T215907Z
UID:4983-1743379200-1743465599@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Get Certified in the Pongo Method
DESCRIPTION:After three decades of leading effective and healing youth poetry programming in the Seattle area\, Pongo is ready to share its tried-and-true techniques with educators\, clinicians\, and community leaders from across the country. Pongo’s certification program will empower individuals with the tools and support to create new poetry writing projects using its proven\, trauma-informed poetry writing methodology. As a result\, Pongo will create a national network of Pongo-inspired poetry writing projects\, supporting youth who have experienced trauma across the country. \n Contact: info@pongopoetryproject.org \n  \nPongo Poetry Project Background  \nPongo Poetry Project is a Seattle-based nonprofit that uses personal poetry to facilitate healing among youth coping with devastating traumas. Our mission is to engage youth in writing poetry to inspire healing and growth. At the heart of our program is the Pongo Method\, an evidence-based\, trauma-informed technique for teaching poetry\, created in collaboration with child psychiatrists\, expressive writing therapists\, and academics. Pongo’s approach offers youth a safe\, gratifying way to express feelings about some of the worst experiences imaginable\, including abuse\, neglect\, and exposure to violence.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/get-certified-in-the-pongo-method-2/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250614
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SUMMARY:2025 Washington Behavioral Healthcare Conference
DESCRIPTION: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 feel inspired about being the helpers. Although our state and nation face new uncertainties\, the need for behavioral health services and resiliency is higher than ever. Our focus remains on the vital importance of expanding access to behavioral health care\, including community-based treatment and peer support services. We must continue to address the effects of structural racism and include new and diverse voices who are essential to helping shape our path forward and meeting the needs of all Washingtonians. \nWe’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. We’re especially excited to introduce the 2025 WBHC keynote speakers: \n\nNora McInerny\, an author\, creator & podcaster who specializes in difficult conversations\, including on resilience & grief\nStephen Loyd\, MD\, an expert on the treatment of opioid use disorders\nJames Forman\, Jr.\, JD\, a professor at Yale Law School & Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Locking Up Our Own: Crime & Punishment in Black America\n\nTo see the full lineup of the WBHC\, click on the Agenda tab at the top of this page. Or\, if you’re ready to register\, click on Register Now to get started! \nWe hope you’ll join us in Kennewick for the 2025 WBHC!
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/2025-washington-behavioral-healthcare-conference/
LOCATION:Three Rivers Convention Center\, 7016 W Grandridge Blvd\, Kennewick\, WA\, 99336\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington%20Council%20for%20Behavioral%20Health":MAILTO:aavery@theWashingtonCouncil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
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SUMMARY:Ignite Pongo Training: Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday June 14th\, Pongo Poetry Project will host the spring edition of its Ignite Pongo training series. Through Ignite Pongo\, attendees will learn and practice Pongo techniques for facilitating powerful personal poetry that inspires healing\, growth\, and community. \nIn this immersive training\, attendees will hone their skills as a Poetry Mentor\, learn how to remove barriers to self-expression\, and encourage honesty from survivors of difficult life experiences. Register here to attend Ignite Pongo\, and gain the knowledge and skills you need to create therapeutic poetry programming based on their trauma-informed approach.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/ignite-pongo-training-spring-2025/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T205229Z
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SUMMARY:Measurement-Based Care Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Are you providing Measurement-Based Care (MBC) for treatment of mental health disorders in your setting\, thinking about it\, or curious about how to get started? Join us to explore how MBC can enhance clinical practice to better support clients. Whether you’re brand-new to MBC or actively implementing\, we’ll help you move your work forward. \nDriven by the needs identified by attendees\, follow-up consultations will be offered in September on 9/5\, 9/15 and 9/17. \nThe webinar will cover the following: \n– Introduction to the core components of MBC \n– Debunk common myths \n– Explore real-world examples and free tools \n– Offer a space to connect and discuss implementation questions or goals \n  \nEligibility: These webinars are designed for leadership within mental health service organizations responsible for implementing programs or practices. Attendees need to be working in HHS Regions 9 or 10. \n  \nPlease register by Tuesday\, July 29th\, 2025
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/measurement-based-care-webinar/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250804T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250804T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
CREATED:20250716T205555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T205555Z
UID:5163-1754308800-1754312400@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Measurement-Based Care Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Are you providing Measurement-Based Care (MBC) for treatment of mental health disorders in your setting\, thinking about it\, or curious about how to get started? Join us to explore how MBC can enhance clinical practice to better support clients. Whether you’re brand-new to MBC or actively implementing\, we’ll help you move your work forward. \nDriven by the needs identified by attendees\, follow-up consultations will be offered in September on 9/5\, 9/15 and 9/17. \nThe webinar will cover the following: \n– Introduction to the core components of MBC \n– Debunk common myths \n– Explore real-world examples and free tools \n– Offer a space to connect and discuss implementation questions or goals \n  \nEligibility: These webinars are designed for leadership within mental health service organizations responsible for implementing programs or practices. Attendees need to be working in HHS Regions 9 or 10. \n  \nPlease register by Tuesday\, July 29th\, 2025
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/measurement-based-care-webinar-2/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
CREATED:20250908T173018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T173018Z
UID:5192-1762596000-1762615800@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Ignite Pongo Training: Autumn 2025
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday November 8th\, Pongo Poetry Project will host the autumn edition of its Ignite Pongo training series. Through Ignite Pongo\, attendees will learn and practice Pongo techniques for facilitating powerful personal poetry that inspires healing\, growth\, and community. \n  \nIn this immersive training\, attendees will hone their skills as a Poetry Mentor\, learn how to remove barriers to self-expression\, and encourage honesty from survivors of difficult life experiences. Register here to attend Ignite Pongo\, and gain the knowledge and skills you need to create therapeutic poetry programming based on their trauma-informed approach.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/ignite-pongo-training-autumn-2025/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251201T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
CREATED:20251120T202824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T202824Z
UID:5242-1764601200-1764604800@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Leading Change That Sticks: Tools and Strategies for Mental Health Programs
DESCRIPTION:Leading change is hard amidst multiple demands\, but you don’t have to do it alone. This interactive session brings leaders together to explore free practical tools\, evidence-based strategies\, and resources that make mental health program improvements achievable and sustainable. \nLearn how the Pacific West Hub can partner with you at any point in your change process with experienced technical assistance and consultation. We’ll also share proven approaches for planning\, implementing\, and maintaining change—and invite your input so we can tailor our Hub support to your priorities. \nWhether you’re leading a new idea\, enacting requirements\, or managing ongoing projects\, we are here for you. Together\, we’ll turn ideas into outcomes that last. \nAttendees will: \n\nIdentify key steps for planning and implementing mental health program changes.\nExplain principles of implementation models and how they apply to real-world challenges.\nAccess available free implementation support resources and know how to access them and connect with our team\n\nAttendees should be working in HHS Regions 9 and 10 (AZ\, CA\, HI\, NV\, AS\, MP\, FM\, GU\, MH\, PW\, AK\, ID\, OR\, and WA)
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/leading-change-that-sticks-tools-and-strategies-for-mental-health-programs/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T143000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T202956Z
UID:5244-1765458000-1765463400@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Communicating with Purpose: Effective Strategies in Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Purposeful communication is essential for advancing behavioral health work\, whether you’re engaging funders\, agency leaders\, peers\, or communities. This session offers practical strategies to help you craft messages that resonate\, build trust\, and inspire action. You’ll learn how to identify what matters most to your audience\, make your message compelling\, and refine your approach for maximum impact. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify three communication strategies and know when to use them.\nUnderstand your audience and shape messages around what matters to them.\nAccess free communications tools that make your work easier to explain and easier to support.\n\nAttendees should be working in HHS Regions 9 or 10 (AZ\, CA\, HI\, NV\, AS\, MP\, FM\, GU\, MH\, PW\, AK\, ID\, OR\, or WA)
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/communicating-with-purpose-effective-strategies-in-mental-health/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
CREATED:20260105T200010Z
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UID:5269-1769695200-1769698800@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Free Learning Community! Mental Health Implementation in Action: A Team-Based Approach to Lasting Change
DESCRIPTION:Busy leaders\, real projects\, and practical tools. Implementing change is complex\, but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. This learning community brings behavioral health leaders together to address real-world challenges using proven implementation strategies and collaborative support. \nYour team of 2-3 people will bring an identified mental health implementation project to work on during this series. Whether you’re planning\, implementing\, or sustaining a mental health practice or program\, this learning community will contribute new perspectives\, actionable tools\, peer insights\, and a clear roadmap for lasting change. \nEach session combines concise frameworks on core implementation topics\, peer learning\, and hands-on planning time. You’ll work on your own priorities\, apply practical strategies\, and leave with actionable next steps. Plus\, receive two free tailored consultation sessions and access to implementation tools from the Pacific West Hub and CMHIS. \nTeam and Project Learning Objectives: \n\nArticulate specific implementation barriers and facilitators.\nApply evidence-based implementation frameworks and strategies.\nIdentify and utilize tools and resources to plan\, implement and/or sustain change efforts.\nProblem-solve creatively with your team to address challenges.\nIdentify actionable next steps for your current priorities.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/free-learning-community-mental-health-implementation-in-action-a-team-based-approach-to-lasting-change/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
CREATED:20260220T225027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T225027Z
UID:5291-1774360800-1774366200@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Peer Integration for Implementation Readiness: Building and Sustaining Peer Support Roles Across Systems
DESCRIPTION:*NOTE: This is a 2-part series. Register once to attend one or both sessions. \nJoin us on Tuesday\, March 24\, to learn more about key implementation considerations for integrating peer support roles within behavioral health systems. Participants will explore factors influencing successful peer integration\, including role clarity\, supervision structures\, workflow alignment\, and sustainment considerations. The session will highlight practical tools and examples to support implementation readiness across service settings.  \nOn Thursday\, March 26\, participants will apply implementation concepts by examining their current peer integration approaches and identifying opportunities to strengthen role definition\, supervision\, and alignment with organizational goals. Guided coaching will support teams in adapting implementation strategies to their local context and planning next steps for sustaining peer roles. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify key factors that influence successful integration of peer support roles within behavioral health systems.\nDescribe common implementation challenges related to peer role clarity\, supervision\, and workflow alignment. \nRecognize practical tools that support readiness and sustainment of peer roles. \n\nThis event is open to individuals working in HHS Regions 9 or 10: AZ\, CA\, HI\, NV\, AS\, MP\, FM\, GU\, MH\, PW\, AK\, ID\, OR\, or WA.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/peer-integration-for-implementation-readiness-building-and-sustaining-peer-support-roles-across-systems/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
CREATED:20260220T225138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T225138Z
UID:5293-1774533600-1774537200@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Peer Integration for Implementation Readiness: Building and Sustaining Peer Support Roles Across Systems
DESCRIPTION:*NOTE: This is a 2-part series. Register once to attend one or both sessions. \nJoin us on Tuesday\, March 24\, to learn more about key implementation considerations for integrating peer support roles within behavioral health systems. Participants will explore factors influencing successful peer integration\, including role clarity\, supervision structures\, workflow alignment\, and sustainment considerations. The session will highlight practical tools and examples to support implementation readiness across service settings.  \nOn Thursday\, March 26\, participants will apply implementation concepts by examining their current peer integration approaches and identifying opportunities to strengthen role definition\, supervision\, and alignment with organizational goals. Guided coaching will support teams in adapting implementation strategies to their local context and planning next steps for sustaining peer roles. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify key factors that influence successful integration of peer support roles within behavioral health systems.\nDescribe common implementation challenges related to peer role clarity\, supervision\, and workflow alignment. \nRecognize practical tools that support readiness and sustainment of peer roles. \n\nThis event is open to individuals working in HHS Regions 9 or 10: AZ\, CA\, HI\, NV\, AS\, MP\, FM\, GU\, MH\, PW\, AK\, ID\, OR\, or WA.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/peer-integration-for-implementation-readiness-building-and-sustaining-peer-support-roles-across-systems-2/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260420T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260420T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
CREATED:20260323T191838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T191838Z
UID:5303-1776697200-1776700800@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Free! A Step at a Time: Implementing and Sustaining Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practices
DESCRIPTION:Meaningful recovery is about more than just feeling better\, it’s about developing the skills and supports needed to navigate daily life. Psychiatric rehabilitation focuses on helping people strengthen daily living\, work\, and community participation skills while equipping staff to support that growth in their settings. Join national consultant and practitioner Lamarr Lewis for a two-part event designed to help organizations bring psychiatric rehabilitation practices to life and keep them thriving. \n  \nLearn more & register: https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/a-step-at-a-time-implementing-and-sustaining-psychiatric-rehabilitation-practices/2026-04-20/
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/free-a-step-at-a-time-implementing-and-sustaining-psychiatric-rehabilitation-practices/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260427T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
CREATED:20260323T191934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T191934Z
UID:5305-1777302000-1777305600@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Free! A Step at a Time: Implementing and Sustaining Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practices
DESCRIPTION:Meaningful recovery is about more than just feeling better\, it’s about developing the skills and supports needed to navigate daily life. Psychiatric rehabilitation focuses on helping people strengthen daily living\, work\, and community participation skills while equipping staff to support that growth in their settings. Join national consultant and practitioner Lamarr Lewis for a two-part event designed to help organizations bring psychiatric rehabilitation practices to life and keep them thriving. \n  \nLearn more & register: https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/a-step-at-a-time-implementing-and-sustaining-psychiatric-rehabilitation-practices/2026-04-20/
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/free-a-step-at-a-time-implementing-and-sustaining-psychiatric-rehabilitation-practices-2/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260428T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260429T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
CREATED:20251218T172100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T172100Z
UID:5262-1777365000-1777471200@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Psychosis CARE 2026 virtual conference
DESCRIPTION:The Psychosis CARE virtual conference\, now in its fourth year\, invites a broad audience (school staff\, PCPs\, mental health therapists\, SUD professionals\, law enforcement\, families\, individuals with lived experience\, etc.) to gather virtually to engage in Community Awareness\, Resources\, and Education as it relates to Psychosis. \nThis annual event features breakout sessions led by speakers who are experts in the field of psychosis. Attendees can expect to learn more about early identification of psychosis\, resources for supporting individuals experiencing symptoms of psychosis\, resources for psychosis care available in Washington State\, as well as opportunities to engage with other attendees. \nPsychosis CARE represents a collaboration between the New Journeys network\, Washington State Health Care Authority\, the University of Washington SPIRIT Center\, the Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine\, and EnRoute\, with funding support from SAMHSA.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/psychosis-care-2026-virtual-conference/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235204
CREATED:20251023T161428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T161428Z
UID:5217-1779091200-1779123600@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Say It Out Loud Conference
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme\, “Unapologetically Us! Bold Voices\, Bright Futures\,” is a full-on celebration of authenticity\, resilience\, and joy in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Get ready for a day packed with energy\, connection\, and heart. \nAbout the Conference:\nWashington’s 2SLGBTQIA+-focused Say It Out Loud (SIOL) annual conference\, funded by the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA)\, it is a unique gathering that brings together professionals\, advocates\, and community members to reduce disparities experienced by 2SLGBTQIA+ people. The conference focuses on whole person care\, wellness and recovery\, identity\, self-determination\, advocacy\, and more. \nSay It Out Loud is more than a conference — it’s a movement. It’s where visibility meets vulnerability\, and where every voice matters. Together\, we celebrate the beauty of being our full selves in a space that’s inclusive\, trauma-informed\, culturally grounded\, and rooted in equity and care. \n What’s in store: \n\nInspiring workshops and powerhouse speakers\nDelicious food and lively entertainment\nReal community connection and empowerment\nJoy\, laughter\, and stories that spark hope and healing\nSponsorship Opportunities- see attached\nTables Available for vendors\n\nJoin us in community. Come as you are\, and leave inspired\, empowered\, and louder than ever.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/say-it-out-loud-conference-2/
LOCATION:Tulalip Resort & Casino\, 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd\, Tulalip\, WA\, 98271
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