Terri White, commissioner for the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, is a passionate advocate for individuals experiencing mental illness and addiction. Because of her leadership, ODMHSAS has become nationally known for its children’s behavioral health services; community-based treatment programs; technological innovations such as “telepsychiatry;” and the integration of behavioral health care […]
Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour course that gives people the skills to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it does build mental health literacy, helping the public identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness. Tres Savage […]
Karina A. Forrest‐Perkins is a national speaker and consultant related to early childhood and adolescent neuro‐development, the adaptive impact of overwhelming stress, and the intersection of this condition with substance use and abuse. Ms. Forrest‐Perkins is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and works primarily with youth and families experiencing the co‐occurring conditions of trauma […]
Donna Woods is a woman in long term recovery. She is a nationally known and recognized peer recovery support specialist who trains extensively in the PRSS world. Donna will be discussing ways PRSS can be utilized most effectively within your agency. The importance of the role of the PRSS as well as innovative ways to recruit to fill these positions within your agency.
Ms. Woods is the founder and executive director of OCARTA (Oklahoma Citizen Advocates for Recovery and Treatment Association) At OCARTA, they provide peer support services that encourage personal growth so that people living in Recovery can and will make significant contributions to society. OCARTA has recently opened a Tulsa site.
Each month, Oklahoma Behavioral Health Association brings together its Members to discuss current industry trends and news from the organization. OBHA membership meetings are also key opportunities for Members and Partners to network among each other, create new business relationships, and stay up to date on developments within their fields. Finally, monthly meetings give Members the […]
Mr. Durand Crosby will be teaching Ethics. He is currently the COO for the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. He has been in leadership with the department since 2000.
Johnna James is the tribal liaison for the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. She will train "Harvesting Hope" You won't want to miss this great presentation.
Durand Crosby, COO and chief of staff for the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services will be our trainer.
Join us with Johnna James to learn about trauma as it intersects with cultural competence. Johnna James is the tribal liaision for the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.