Continuing Education

This presentation aims to empower clinicians to approach mental health and substance use from a family systems perspective. Participants will gain skills and resources for families to apply in and outside of treatment. After attending this presentation, participants will be able to: Presented By

Join Clinical Director Arlene Martinez for a half-hour virtual tour of our residential program for ages 7–11 in Southern California, followed by a 1-hour CE webinar on Newport's foundational family therapy modality. This presentation covers the theory and practice of Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT), an empirically validated model for preventing youth depression and suicide through…

Nathan, a clinician at Newport's PrairieCare division, will cover vital topics for professionals working with this population. We'll look at historical, religious, systemic, and cultural factors impacting LGBTQ+ individuals, and learn skills for addressing the unique challenges this community faces. After attending this webinar, participants will be able to: Presented By

Join us to hear from LGBTQ+ Newport alumni about their experiences before, during, and after treatment. Newport CEO Brian Setzer will introduce the event, and Michael Dzwil, LCSW, Senior Director of Clinical Outreach, will facilitate the discussion. Presented By

In this introductory presentation, we will look at the foundational principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), including its focus on psychological flexibility and values-driven action. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how ACT differs from more traditional approaches like CBT, and how it can be applied for clients struggling with emotional avoidance. Through…

Research shows that men are less likely than women to seek help for childhood trauma, and more likely to become dependent on substances. In this webinar, we’ll explore the ways in which unresolved childhood sexual trauma affects young men, and how this trauma increases the likelihood of substance use disorder and other addictive behaviors, as…

Presented by Newport Healthcare in partnership with The Trevor Project, this webinar will offer an overview of the role of family in supporting LGBTQ+ youth mental health. We will also examine how family therapy—specifically Attachment-Based Family Therapy, a foundational element of Newport’s treatment model—can repair ruptures in the relationship between youth and parental figures. After attending this…

One of the hallmarks of the gifted and neurodivergent brain is the intersection between emotional intensity and cognitive rigidity. When these two pieces of neurodivergence intersect, neurodivergent people can experience challenges with emotional expression, behavior, communication, and social skills—making therapeutic and educational interventions very difficult. For people who work with this population, it's vital to understand what…

Often associated with Latin American theology, liberation philosophy emphasizes the liberation of the oppressed and marginalized, aiming to create a more just and equitable society. Founded on the idea of examining systems of power, within both present and past cultures, the interventions that result from this philosophy aim to bridge that reflection with action. This means evaluating…

Learn practical strategies to support LGBTQIA+ individuals in navigating invalidating environments and unique challenges tied to their identities. Mental health providers can foster growth and resilience for this community using DBT skills, such as mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. By bridging the intersection of DBT and LGBTQIA+ experiences, this presentation empowers professionals…

This webinar is part of our Summer Tour: Unplugged series. To see all the events in the lineup, visit newporthealthcare.com/summer-tour. Learn how to help your young male clients get unstuck, get healthy, and thrive. This workshop focuses on the unique presentation of boys and young men when they are suffering, and how clinicians and parents can…