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 Feb. 18, 2025
The Child and Family Behavioral Health (CFBH) team at Oregon Health Authority (OHA) focuses on children and young people through age 25, and their families.
For youth, families and community: Discover opportunities to give us your thoughts and opinions, get support and training, and connect with each another.
For providers: Find trainings and opportunities to connect with other system providers and peers.
In this issue...
Community Conversation: Psychiatric residential and day treatment services
OHA is reviewing Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) related to psychiatric residential and day treatment services for children and adolescences, with a potential rule change coming Fall 2025. We are specifically gathering input on potential changes to OAR 309.022 (Children & Adolescents: Intensive Treatment Services) which cover both psychiatric inpatient and day treatment.
We invite community members to join the conversation and share feedback. Please attend if you:
- Have experience with day or residential treatment, either as a youth, family member, provider or community member
- Have recommendations for improving how these programs operate
- Have suggestions for OAR changes
Session details
Please note, we will not be discussing the sections that define the rules around seclusion and restraint at this meeting.
Please contact Julie.Graves2@oha.oregon.gov if you have any questions.
 Awareness of new approaches to eating disorder screening, treatment and management
This training series aims to raise awareness of eating disorders within our communities, fostering earlier recognition and treatment. It is designed for therapists, dietitians, health care providers, and school counselors, but is also open to parents, family members, teachers, community health workers and anyone interested in learning more. Participants will gain the knowledge to describe eating disorders based on current research, use validated screening tools, identify signs and symptoms, understand effective treatment methods and make appropriate referrals. CEUs are offered through the National Association of Social Workers (NASW).
Upcoming training sessions:
Trauma informed care for eating disorders: Why, when and how
- Date and time: February 26, noon to 1:15 p.m.
- Location: Virtual
- Register here
Reducing barriers: Navigating eating disorder care for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities
- Date and time: March 26, noon to 1:15 p.m.
- Location: Virtual
- Register here
Breaking Barriers: Youth-led insights into Wraparound
This one-day training explores the basics of Wraparound and the role of Youth Partners through a youth peer perspective. Participants will gain practical skills to assist multi-system-involved youth and families throughout the Wraparound process. This session is offered at no cost, with OHA-sponsored seats available.
- Dates: March 6, April 3, June 5
- Time for all sessions: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Upcoming session: March 6, 2025
- Location: Virtual
This session is open to all, including community members, youth, families and system partners.
Upcoming training: Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) Ally Training
OHA is pleased to announce that we are partnering with the Trevor Project during the spring months to offer allyship training for individuals working with youth.
This training is designed to foster dialogue about being an ally for LGBTQ+ young people. Participants will learn common LGBTQ+ terminology, understand the "coming out" process, and explore the challenges LGBTQ+ youth face at home, in school and within the community. To register, select the date below you would like to attend:
Workgroup: Families leading children’s behavioral health policy systems
This group provides feedback for the work of the Child and Family Behavioral Health Unit and our strategic plan, or what we have previously been calling our Roadmap.
- Date and time: Second Tuesday of each month, noon to 1 p.m.
- Upcoming meeting: March 11, 2025 – Intensive Treatment Services Rules, Part 2
If you’re part of a family group, we welcome your input. It’s crucial to center the voices of those who have been historically marginalized and those experiencing developmental disabilities.
Help us improve Oregon’s child and family behavioral health system by telling us about your experiences
Join A Time for Families — OHA’s weekly drop-in hour for parents and family members.
- Have questions about mental health and addiction services for children and young people?
- How can OHA better support youth and families in accessing the right services?
The call is hosted by the CFBH Director Chelsea Holcomb and the System of Care Policy Strategist, Hilary Harrison. A representative from the Reach Out Oregon Parent Warmline attends and is available to follow up with specific immediate concerns.
Warmline
Reach Out Oregon is funded by OHA as part of Oregon Family Support Network. Reach Out Oregon is a warm line available at 833-732-2467; they operate a website and a chat room for any family member needing support and a weekly virtual support group.
Returning opportunity: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CF-CBT) training
TF-CBT is an evidence-based treatment designed to help children and adolescents recover from trauma. Research shows that TF-CBT effectively resolves emotional and behavioral difficulties associated with single, multiple, and complex trauma experiences. This structured, short-term treatment model improves a range of trauma-related outcomes in eight to 25 sessions with the child/youth and caregiver.
- Date and time: February 20-21, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Location: Virtual
For questions, please contact tfcbt@aliciasplace.org.
NEW two-day training: Drug Endangered Children (DEC) Academy 101: Developing Foundational Knowledge
This academy offers essential training on the issue of drug-endangered children by bringing together cross-system partners at a local level. These collaborations increase access to early intervention and local services and supports while decreasing the need for a “law-enforcement only” approach.
Who should attend:
Professionals working with children and families, including those in child welfare, law enforcement, prevention, probation/parole, medical and treatment fields, service providers, education, fire/EMS, judges, attorneys, GALs, CASA volunteers, and community members.
- Date and time: February 24-25, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Location: Embassy Suites, 319 SW Pine Street, Portland, OR 97204
Future in-person DEC trainings will be held at the following locations during the specified months. Additional details will be shared once available:
- March 2025 – Eugene
- April 2025 – Baker City or Pendleton
- May 2025 – Bend
- June 2025 – Portland
For questions or additional information, please contact Brian Pitkin.
NEW: Behavioral health for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities: Oregon ECHO series
The goal of this 12-session ECHO program is to build the skills and confidence of community mental health providers and their teams in delivering effective care to youth with complex combinations of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), mental health challenges, and substance use disorders.
This training is designed for community mental health providers and their team members. It is offered at no cost, and Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits will be available.
From April 1 to June 17
- Date and time: Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m.
- Location: Virtual
For any questions , please contact oen@ohsu.edu.
Nurtured Heart Approach (NHA) trainings
NHA is strength-based model for engaging with youth and their families. It is utilized by parents, teachers and therapists as a powerful set of tools to help children with difficult and intense behaviors.
- Dates: February 26-27, March 18-19
- Upcoming session: February 26-27, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location: Virtual
For additional information, please contact brian.m.pitkin@oha.oregon.gov.
Emotional CPR (eCPR) training opportunity
Specialized emotional CPR training is now available for individuals interacting with clients, family, coworkers, or community members. This 12-hour certified course is designed to help individuals assist others through emotional crises, providing essential emotional support and guidance during difficult moments. Participants will learn how to share stories, listen actively and provide emotional support.
Specialized sessions are available for individuals from Black and diverse backgrounds, focusing on mental health challenges, generational trauma and stigma reduction.
What you'll learn in eCPR
eCPR is a three-step process to help others through emotional crisis:
- C = connecting
- P = empowering
- R = revitalizing
For additional details and to register follow this link, or contact Teána Edwards at L8dytee.coaching@gmail.com.
Trauma Informed Oregon (TIO) trainings
TIO is a centralized source of information and resources for trauma-informed efforts in multiple networks and systems, including housing, culturally specific care, mental health, education, juvenile justice, substance use treatment, and others.
If you have any questions or concerns about accessibility or accommodations, please reach out to TIO by following this link.
Youth Era trainings
Youth Era is a dynamic resource for individuals seeking to build their skills in peer support roles, including Youth Support Specialists (YSS) and Wraparound Youth Partners. The diverse range of trainings unites the voices of those with lived experience in systems such as mental health, addiction recovery, juvenile justice, foster care, and education.
From foundational learning to advanced topics, our programs focus on resilience, self-care, and community engagement. Youth Era empowers participants to make a meaningful impact and drive change in their communities.
For more information, contact yeconnect@youthera.org.
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Trainer learning collaborative
This space is dedicated to BIPOC instructors, facilitators and other trainers who focus on mental health, suicide prevention and opioid misuse and is hosted by the Association of Oregon Community Mental Health Programs. The collaborative focuses on networking, learning best practices, increasing accessibility to relevant community-based trainings, and learning how to identify and decrease barriers to access. Please fill out BIPOC Collaborative Interest form to learn more.
Contact facilitators Canada Taylor Parker at canada.taylor.parker@multco.us or Angeilea' Yancey-Watson at angeileay@aarth.org with any questions.
Suicide prevention trainings
OHA funds a comprehensive range of suicide prevention trainings occurring regularly across Oregon at low or no cost. These programs equip professionals and community members with suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention skills.
For more details, training dates, and to access these programs, refer to our interactive PDF with all available programs and resources. Simply scroll over each program to be directed to the relevant webpage. Each program provides practical, evidence-based approaches, and enhances skills in suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention across a variety of settings and roles.
Metro area training resource link
https://gettrainedtohelp.com/ is a one-stop pathway where anyone who lives and/or works in Clackamas, Multnomah, or Washington counties can access Mental Health First Aid education and suicide prevention classes. It is a collaboration among these three counties to empower community members with skills and information. Classes are offered free of charge.
System of Care learning collaborative
The System of Care Advisory Council and OHA facilitate a monthly collaborative discussion for people involved in Oregon’s local System of Care (SOC). This is an engaging space to share challenges, explore solutions and build a community with folks across Oregon.
- Date and time: Second Tuesday of each month, 3 to 4:30 p.m.
- Location: Click here to join the Zoom meeting
- Join by phone: (669) 254 5252 | Meeting ID: 160 202 7419 | Passcode: 031325
OHA is dedicated to strengthening Oregon’s workforce by sponsoring a range of trainings scheduled throughout the year. We will highlight these trainings as they become available and open for enrollment.
Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) training
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Parent Classes: These sessions are offered at no cost and occur once a week for eight weeks for families across Oregon. For more information, please visit The Riverview Center for Growth.
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Essential Foundations Training (formerly called Tier 1): A 15-hour training on using empathy-driven technique to address challenging behaviors in children. Register here.
Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) learning collaborative
For feedback and suggestions for our newsletter and information: kids.team@oha.oregon.gov.
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