Supporting Parents with Co-occuring Disorders in Child Welfare: Three Part Training Series

Training 1: Introduction to Co-occurring Disorders, Integrated Treatment, and Recovery-oriented Approaches

• A brief overview of mental illness, substance use disorders, and prevalence rates
• Understanding integrated treatment from a recovery-oriented perspective
• Using language that supports recovery

Training 2: Stages of Change and Client-centered Care

• Understanding the process of change
• Building a relationship that supports change
• Motivational strategies that resolve ambivalence and
  build hope

Training 3: Case Planning and Relapse Prevention

• Developing an integrated safety plan and relapse prevention plan
• Eight steps for successful planning
• A personal perspective – a parent previously involved in CP