Statewide Cognitive-Behavioral Training for Treatment Professionals
The challenge
Treatment providers across Georgia needed consistent, evidence-based skills for working with people with substance use needs in justice settings.
Our approach
As a lead trainer with the University of Cincinnati Corrections Institute, delivered Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions for Substance Use training with practice-based coaching.
Outcomes
More than 200 treatment professionals trained across Georgia
A shared, evidence-based curriculum used across programs
Court Programs
National Faculty for Treatment Court Practice
The challenge
Treatment court teams nationwide need practical guidance on implementing best practices with fidelity.
Our approach
Serves as faculty with All Rise (formerly the National Association of Drug Court Professionals), teaching court teams how to apply research in daily operations.
Outcomes
Court teams equipped with best-practice implementation tools
Stronger alignment between behavioral health and judicial partners
Court Administration
Professional Education for Georgia Court Administrators
The challenge
Court administrators needed relevant, ongoing education to keep pace with operational and policy change.
Our approach
As Education Co-Chair of the Georgia Council of Court Administrators, helps shape education programming for court leaders statewide.
Outcomes
Education programming focused on real administrative challenges
A stronger peer network among Georgia court leaders
Organizational Leadership
Leadership of the Georgia School of Addiction Studies
The challenge
The addiction-services workforce relies on high-quality continuing education to grow and stay current.
Our approach
As Vice President of the Georgia School of Addiction Studies, supports strategy and programming for one of the state's key professional training events.
Outcomes
Strategic direction for statewide professional development
Expanded access to evidence-based education for practitioners