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Upcoming Trainings
Through intensive trainings and community webinars, Illume brings information about evidence-based practices to you from regional experts and internationally-recognized behavioral health leaders.
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Learning Lab for enhancing the practice of Community Reinforcement Approach
Narcan Training
Adult Mental Health First Aid
Advanced DBT Training Series: Using Phone Coaching in Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Upcoming Community Training
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Join Illume: The Behavioral Health Center of Excellence on Friday August 22nd, 2025.
Mental Health First Aid is a course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.
Just as CPR helps you assist an individual having a heart attack, Mental Health First Aid helps you assist someone experiencing a mental health or substance use-related crisis. In the Mental Health First Aid course, you learn risk factors and warning signs for mental health and addiction concerns, strategies for how to help someone in both crisis and non-crisis situations, and where to turn for help.
Topics Covered:
- Depression and mood disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Trauma
- Psychosis
- Substance Use disorders
Mental Health First Aid teaches about recovery and resiliency – the belief that individuals experiencing these challenges can and do get better and use their strengths to stay well.
What to Expect:
To sign up, please provide an email you check regularly, as you will be getting emails from us. What you can expect:
1) Illume will email access to create an account on the MHFA Connect site.
2) Two hours of pre-work must be completed to attend the training.
3) To gain your Mental Health First Aid Certificate, you will need to pass an exam through National Counsel (on the MHFA Connect site).
4) You will be asked to partake in a pre & post test evaluation survey. This survey aids in the understanding of the grants goals and hopes to encourage future funding. This survey is not required.
5.) Mental Health First Aid requires a minimum of 5 learners per each training. If less than 5 learners complete the pre-work and come to the training, this training would have to be cancelled or rescheduled.

More Upcoming Trainings & Events:
Youth Mental Health First Aid
August 22nd, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
Register in advance for this training here.
Learning Lab for enhancing the practice of Community Reinforcement Approach
August 26th, 2025 | Presented by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC
Register in advance for this training here.
Narcan Training
August 27th, 2025 | Presented by Mario Fennoy
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Adult Mental Health First Aid
August 28th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
Register in advance for this training here.
Advanced DBT: Using Phone Coaching in DBT
August 29th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
Register in advance for this training here.
De-Escalation Techniques
September 5th, 2025 | Presented by Mario Fennoy
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DBT with Adolescents: Helping Teens Build a Life Worth Living
September 11th & 12th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC
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Introduction to Zero Suicide
September 15th, 2025 | Presented by Charvonne Long, MPH
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Suicide Prevention Training (QPR): Youth
September 16th, 2025 | Presented by Abigail Brackenridge
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Supporting a Loved One Experiencing Suicidal Thoughts
September 17th, 2025 | Presented by Mario Fennoy
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Culturally Adaptive Suicide Prevention: Exploring Person-centered and Systemic Interventions
September 17th, 2025 | Presented by Charvonne Long, MPH
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Intro. to Motivational Interview as a Tool for Addressing Suicidal Thoughts
September 18th, 2025 | Presented by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC
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Assessing and Responding to Clients with Chronic Suicidality
September 19th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
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Basic Counseling Skills (Virtual)
September 22nd, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
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Seeking Safety
September 24th, 2025 | Presented by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC
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Advanced DBT Training: Behavior Chain Analysis in DBT
September 26th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
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BREATHE Trauma Treatment
September 26th, 2025 | Presented by Pallavi Nishith, Ph.D.
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Fundamentals of CBT for Depression and Anxiety
September 29th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
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Learning Lab for enhancing the practice of Motivational Interviewing
September 30th, 2025 | Presented by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC
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Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder
October 3rd, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
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Motivational Interviewing: Conversations around Housing
October 8th, 2025 | Presented by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC
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Recognizing Signs and Symptoms of Mental Illness
October 13th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
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Community Reinforcement Approach (CRA) Training- 2 Days
October 15th-16th, 2025 | Presented by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC
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Advanced DBT Training: Running an Effective Consultation Team in DBT
October 24th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
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Learning Lab for enhancing the practice of Seeking Safety
October 28th, 2025 | Presented by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC
Register in advance for this training here.
BREATHE
October 29th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
Register in advance for this training here.
De-Escalation Techniques
November 7th, 2025 | Presented by Mario Fennoy
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Learning Lab for enhancing the practice of Prolonged Exposure
November 12th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
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Outreach and Engagement in the Community
November 13th, 2025 | Presented by Mario Fennoy
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Prolonged Exposure: Helping Clients Recover from PTSD
November 14th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
Register in advance for this training here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to our FAQ section! Below, you will find answers to common questions about our policies, procedures, and continuing education unit (CEU) accreditation.
Policies & Procedures
Registration & Attendance: Participants must register in advance to secure a spot in any course or program. Full attendance is required to receive continuing education credit.
Cancellations & Refunds: Refund requests must be submitted at least 14 days before the training start date to be eligible for a refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 14 days before the event or after the course has started.
Code of Conduct: All participants are expected to engage professionally and respectfully. Disruptive behavior, including excessive distractions in virtual trainings, may result in removal from the session without a refund.
Accommodations: Our building is wheelchair accessible, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible learning environment. If you require any special accommodations, please contact us in advance so we can make the necessary arrangements.
CEU and Certificate Accreditation
Eligibility: Continuing education units (CEUs) are awarded to participants who complete the requirements of the training. Full attendance and active participation are mandatory.
Certification: Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certificate indicating the number of CEUs earned. CEU certificates and Certificates of Attendance will be sent via email only to individuals who meet all participation requirements.
Approval & Compliance: Our CEU programs comply with industry standards. We recommend verifying with your licensing board to ensure acceptance.
Processing Time: Please allow up to 30 business days to receive your CEU certificate or Certificate of Attendance. If you do not receive your certificate within this timeframe, contact us for assistance.
Virtual Training Expectations
Please remember to log in before the scheduled start time of the training to ensure you are ready when the session begins. Late arrivals may impact eligibility for credit.
For virtual trainings, each learner must be logged in on an individual device. Sharing a device is not permitted, as active participation is required. This will be an interactive session, and all participants must keep their cameras on throughout the training unless otherwise approved by the facilitator.
To receive credit for this training, you must not miss more than 30 minutes of the total session. Any significant disruptions, including prolonged absence or failure to meet participation requirements, may result in ineligibility for CEU credit.
For the best experience, we recommend using a stable internet connection, a quiet environment, and a device with both audio and video capabilities. If you encounter technical difficulties, please reach out before the session begins.
Licensing Profession
Illume provides CEUs for a variety of professions, including but not limited to:
- Social Work (LCSW, LMSW)
- Professional Counseling (LPC)
- Psychology (Licensed Psychologists)
Our CEU programs comply with industry standards and are recognized by the Missouri State Committee for Social Workers and National Association of Social Workers. However, we strongly recommend that participants verify with their respective licensing boards or professional associations to confirm that the CEUs awarded through this program meet the specific requirements for their profession.
Illume is not responsible for ensuring CEU acceptance for individual licenses. Participants are encouraged to check the specific CEU requirements for their profession before registering.
Please take a moment to fill out this survey to help us determine which CEUs we should apply for moving forward: Survey Link.
If you would like to request a profession not listed here, please contact us at Illume@placesforpeople.org.