Events

Families Moving Forward (FMF) Specialist Training March 18, 19, 20, 25 & April 1, 8, 15, 22, 2024, from 10:30 am - 4:30 pm EST.        Note:  April […]

Friday, March 22, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Presented by: Kim A. Williams, M.S., CCC-SLP The development of communication skills begins in infancy, before the emergence of first […]

Tuesday, March 26, 2024 from 11 am - 1:00 pm EST / 10am - 12pm CT.Cost:  FREE An Introduction to Understanding FASD  DESCRIPTION: Of all substances of abuse, alcohol causes […]

Wednesday, April 17, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Presented by: Shannon Iacobacci, MS Learn about Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) laws and other eligibility determinations and purposes. This presentation […]

The Importance of Screening for Prenatal Alcohol Exposure Wednesday, April 24, 2024 from 9-11 am ESTCost:  FREE Learn to ask difficult questions about prenatal alcohol exposure, the sole cause of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) DESCRIPTION: This training will help assessors (including CBHAs) better understand the potential impacts of prenatal alcohol exposure on a child's development, […]

Description: This training showcases a brain-based approach to addressing challenging behaviors developed by neuroscientist, Dr. Stephen Porges’s work. It is also based on the work of Dr. Serena Wieder and Dr. Stanley Greenspan who developed a model known as DIR (Developmental, Individual-differences, and Relationship-based) after conducting research in the late 1970s on infants at high […]

FASCETS May 2, June 6, 2024Thursdays, 9am-11am ESTCost: $385 ($310 until April 15th) 12 CEs* DESCRIPTION:Neurobehavioral Conditions including FASD: Understanding & Application of the FASCETS Brain-Based Approach This training provides information about Fetal Alcohol/Neurobehavioral Conditions (FA/NB) and the effects of alcohol and other drugs on the brains and behaviors of children, adolescents, and adults.FA/NB are […]

Friday, May 10, 2024 from 12:00 - 2:30pm ESTCost:  FREE ($10 for CLEs) An Introduction to Understanding FASD andRecommendations for Criminal Justice Considerations DESCRIPTION: This webinar will focus on a short history and explanation related to the overall spectrum attributed to fetal alcohol disorders. It will touch briefly upon recognition of ‘red flags’ and will […]

FREE Families Moving Forward Q&A Tuesday, 5/14, 11:30-12:30 PM (EST) Learn about the Families Moving Forward Program, THE CDC-recognized evidence-based FASD intervention.We are actively looking to build a "village" across the U.S.A., and beyond to offer support to the FASD/PAE community. Do not miss this opportunity to be a forerunner in establishing FMF Services in […]

TBRI® Caregiver Training - Tuesday evenings, May 14 - June 18, 2024, 7-9pm EST, 6-8pm CT, 5-7pm MT, 4-6pm PTCost:  $150 Early-Bird cost $130 until 4/30/24 DESCRIPTION:TBRI® is an attachment-based. evidence-based, and trauma-informed intervention that is designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children. TBRI uses Empowering Principles to address physical needs, Connecting Principles […]

When a child experiences grief, their expressions of it may be misunderstood asmisbehavior, leading to labeling the behavior as "unacceptable" within theirenvironment. Throughout a child’s development, grief presents itself in various ways, which often don’t coincide with how adult caregivers express their grief. Join us as we explore the diverse ways children demonstrate their grief […]

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 from 11 am - 1:00 pm EST / 10am - 12pm CT.Cost:  FREE, $20 for CLEs An Introduction to Understanding FASD DESCRIPTION: Of all substances of abuse, alcohol causes the most serious long-term effects in a fetus, resulting in permanent brain damage. Many children with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome go undiagnosed and […]

3 sessions, 12hrsJune 11, 202, 9:00 am-1:00 pm ESTJune 12, 2024, 9:00 am-1:00 pm ESTJune 13, 2024, 9:00 am-1:00 pm EST 12 CEUs for Florida LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, CMSW offered through CEBrokers. Cost:  Early-Bird $349 until April 30, 2024; $399 For Master’s level clinicians and registered interns, residents of Florida DC:0–5™ Diagnostic Classification of Mental […]

Learn about the benefits of dependency court mediation, the role of the mediator, and how to "think outside the box" when mediating complex multi-party disputes, especially concerning children and families involved in the child protection system due to allegations of child neglect, abandonment, or abuse. Discover how Dependency Mediation can reduce barriers to communication, diffuse […]

Wednesday, June 26, 2024, 12-1pm EST / 11-12pm CST / 10-11am MST / 9-10am PST 1. CE offered through CEBrokers for Florida LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, CMSW Cost:  $39.00 Description This one-hour presentation will discuss the similarities and differences between Autismand Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (ASD/FASD). Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders(FASD) cover various conditions caused by moms […]

Friday, June 28, 2024, 12-2pm EST / 11-1pm CST / 10-12pm MST / 9-11am PST This training is for professionals who are interested in identifying two reasons why FASD is a global health problem; tools for identifying substance use in pregnant individuals, and best practices to reduce stigma and shame in the FASD population. Gain […]

Many times it can feel daunting to discuss difficult topics with children. We often think that it is best to shield them from distress by withholding information. This approach typically backfires, making the child more persistent in finding the answers they seek. This training will explore effective, age-appropriate ways of discussing topics such as death, […]

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EST This presentation will focus on mindfulness-based techniques for children who have been traumatized.  Attendees will learn the psychological and physiological benefits of mindfulness and how it improves a child's self-regulation and self-awareness capacities.  The course will also highlight research that demonstrates the positive impact […]

Thursday, July 25, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EST Children and adolescents who have experienced trauma have unique brain wiring and are often at a mixture of developmental ages.  Typical consequence-based behavioral strategies are often not effective and can lead to further trauma and impact the relationship between the adults and children/adolescents.  Participants will […]

Monday, July 29, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. EST Presented by: Shannon Iacobacci, MS Learn about Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) laws and other eligibility determinations and purposes. This presentation will cover the federal laws of the IEP and what determines eligibility. We will cover the differences between a 504 plan and an IEP, […]

Monday, August 19, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. EST Presented by: Shannon Iacobacci, MPsych This month is about Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) Foundations.  Learn about Parent Input Statements, what should be included in your parent input statement/concerns, and how to write an effective parent statement of concerns.  Also included will be the Present […]

Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 12-2pm EST / 11-1pm CST / 10-12pm MST / 9-11am PST 2 CE ($10) offered for Florida LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, CMSW through CEBrokers. Cost:  $39.00 Description This training will cover how to implement the seven critical life skills related to executive function and offer strategies to help children become more organized […]

Friday, August 23, 2024 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST / 9am - 11am CT.Cost:  FREE, $10 for CLEs An Introduction to Understanding FASD DESCRIPTION: Of all substances of abuse, alcohol causes the most serious long-term effects in a fetus, resulting in permanent brain damage. Many children with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome go undiagnosed and […]

This session will focus on how addiction can impact a woman’s health, family, children, and their unborn babies. Research on lifelong cognitive, neurological, and behavioral disorders related to prenatal alcohol exposure will be reviewed. Additionally, research on stigma towards mothers of children that used during their pregnancy will be summarized. Women with this lived experience […]

This session will explore the intersection of mental health and Florida's Criminal Justice System with a focus on how Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) impact legal outcomes.  Gain insights into the gap between courtroom experts and clinical care providers, the challenges faced by individuals with FASD, and the critical role of mental health mitigation experts […]