The Behavioral Health Center of Excellence

Illume

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.

Full Training List

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Mental Health Awareness Trainings

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Aging & Behavioral Healthcare Access Collaboration (ABC)

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Past Trainings

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Suicide Prevention Training Week: From Awareness to Action

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Wed, Oct
8
Illume
9:00AM

Motivational Interviewing: Conversations Around Housing

Fri, Oct
10
Illume
8:30AM

Adult Mental Health First Aid

Mon, Oct
13
Illume
9:00AM

Recognizing Signs and Symptoms of Mental Illness

Wed, Oct
15
Illume
8:30AM

Community Reinforcement Approach (CRA) Training

Thu, Oct
16
Illume
9:00AM

Youth Mental Health First Aid

Upcoming Community Training

Motivational Interviewing: Conversations around Housing

Join Illume: The Behavioral Health Center of Excellence on Wednesday, October 8th, 2025.

Motivational Interviewing is a well-established Evidence Based Practice for helping individuals explore ambivalence and work toward positive change. Motivational Interviewing is a therapeutic approach that has been demonstrated to be effective to support a diverse clientele in addressing a wide variety of change concerns.

One of the areas which is very likely to trigger the Fixing Reflex in staff is working with individuals experiencing homelessness or threats to housing stability. This training provides the opportunity to take a deeper look at our MI approach and skills and practice applying them in these situations and conversations that can be very triggering for wanting to fix the situation and/or getting frustrated with the client.

This training is presented by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC. She has dedicated 33 years of her career to supporting individuals living with mental illness and substance use concerns, including 11 years as Integrated Treatment Program Manager (first at Community Alternatives, then at Places for People following the two organizations’ merger). Julie is certified as a Trainer for TREM, is Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) member, a Certified Trainer of CRA, among other licensure and certifications. Additionally, Julie has been an adjunct professor at the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis since Spring 2020.

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More Upcoming Trainings & Events:

Motivational Interviewing: Conversations around Housing

October 8th, 2025 | Presented by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC
Register in advance for this training here.

Adult Mental Health First Aid – Virtual

October 10th, 2025 | Presented by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC and Mario Fennoy
Register in advance for this training here.

Recognizing Signs and Symptoms of Mental Illness

October 13th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
Register in advance for this training here.

Community Reinforcement Approach (CRA) Training- 2 Days

October 15th-16th, 2025 | Presented by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC
Register in advance for this training here.

Advanced DBT Training: Running an Effective Consultation Team in DBT

October 24th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
Register in advance for this training here.

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.

Suicide Prevention Training (QPR)

October 30th, 2025 | Presented by Abigail Brackenridge
Register in advance for this training here.

Supporting a Loved One Experiencing Suicidal Thoughts

November 5th, 2025 | Presented by  Mario Fennoy
Register in advance for this training here.

Motivational Interviewing – 2 Days

November 5th-6th, 2025 | Presented by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC
Register in advance for this training here.

De-Escalation Techniques

November 7th, 2025 | Presented by Mario Fennoy
Register in advance for this training here.

Learning Lab for enhancing the practice of Prolonged Exposure

November 12th, 2025 | Presented by Emily Dreher, M.Ed, LPC, DBT-LBC.
Register in advance for this training here.

Outreach and Engagement in the Community

November 13th, 2025 | Presented by Mario Fennoy
Register in advance for this training here.

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.

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