Community Trainings
Family Paths sponsors community trainings free of charge to those in Alameda County who work with, or on behalf of, Alameda County Foster Youth and Families. Our trainings are developed to help those in the mental health or related fields have the latest information on topics relevant to supporting vulnerable children, youth and families impacted by traumatic events and life circumstances. All of our trainings emphasize the importance of culturally responsive practice and the complexities that children and families in the foster care system face, as well as helping children and families at risk of system involvement.
To attend any training, you MUST first register by clicking the appropriate Eventbrite link below or by emailing trainings@familypaths.org. While the shelter in place orders are in effect, Trainings are held in person and on Zoom. A link for Zoom trainings will be emailed to you 48 hours before the training begins so you must register.
Trainings and workshops are free and open to those who work with foster children and youth in Alameda County.
Family Paths (CEU Provider #62239) provides trainings and workshops in conjunction with Chabot-Las Positas Community College District and Alameda County through Title IV-E Funding.
Telehealth for Therapy Professionals: Best Practices, Ethical Considerations, and Cultural Competency for Professionals When Working with System-Impacted Youth and Families
– With Marya Wright, MSW
Date: Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
3 CEUs
Location: THIS TRAINING WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM. A link will be emailed to you 48 hours before the training begins so you must register.
Full description and to register: CLICK HERE
Space is limited.
Clinical Endings When Working with System-Involved Families and Youth – TWO PART TRAINING
– With Meleah Chamberlain Terheyden, LCSW
Dates: Part 1: Tuesday, 4/23/24 from 9:30am-11:30am (at the Family Paths Oakland office) and Part 2: Tuesday, 6/11/24 from 9:30am-11:30am (on zoom)
2 CEUs
Location: THIS TRAINING WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM. A link will be emailed to you 48 hours before the training begins so you must register.
Full description and to register: CLICK HERE
Space is limited.
Intro to Using the Internal Family Systems Model in Treating Trauma
– With Dora Dui Chen, MA, MSW, LCSW
Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2024.
Time: 9:30am-12:30pm
3 CEUs
Location: THIS TRAINING WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM. A link will be emailed to you 48 hours before the training begins so you must register.
Full description and to register: CLICK HERE
Space is limited.
Understanding Neurodiversity: Strategies for Inclusion and Advocacy for Professionals When Working with System-Impacted Youth and Families
– With Mayra Wright, MSW
Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2024.
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
3 CEUs
Location: THIS TRAINING WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM. A link will be emailed to you 48 hours before the training begins so you must register.
Full description and to register: CLICK HERE
Space is limited.
Using the Reflective Supervision Training Model
– With Nicole Kelley, PsyD
Date: Thursday, May 23, 2024.
Time: 9:00am-1:00pm
4 CEUs
Location: THIS TRAINING WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM. A link will be emailed to you 48 hours before the training begins so you must register.
Full description and to register: CLICK HERE
Space is limited.
Engaging LatinX population in Service Delivery
– With Jeanette Lopez-Urbina LCSW
Date: Monday, June 3, 2024.
Time: 9:30am-1:30pm
4 CEUs
Location: THIS TRAINING WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM. A link will be emailed to you 48 hours before the training begins so you must register.
Full description and to register: CLICK HERE
Space is limited.
Best Practices in Working with Translators with Spanish Speaking Families
– With Jeanette Lopez-Urbina LCSW
Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2024.
Time: 9:30am-12:00pm
3 CEUs
Location: THIS TRAINING WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM. A link will be emailed to you 48 hours before the training begins so you must register.
Full description and to register: CLICK HERE
Space is limited.
An Overview of DSM-V Eating Disorders
– With Nicole Kelly, PsyD
Date: Monday, June 24, 2024.
Time: 9:00am-1:00pm
4 CEUs
Location: THIS TRAINING WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM. A link will be emailed to you 48 hours before the training begins so you must register.
Full description and to register: CLICK HERE
Space is limited.
If you would like to join our email list for future training announcements, please email Trainings@familypaths.org
Previous trainings have included:
Unconditional Pride: Supporting Transgender, Gender Expansive and Non-Binary Youth in the Child Welfare System
Setting Boundaries for Wellness When Serving System-Involved Youth – With AkuaRose Feathers
Understanding System-involved Families Dealing With Addiction Issues – With Lisa Cohen Bennett
Supporting Youth and Families in Navigating Acculturation Challenges – With Jeanette Lopez-Urbina, LCSW
Name & Gender Changes and LGBTQ Discrimination in Social Systems – with Kelsey Pacha
Increasing Family Acceptance Among Religious Caregivers Caring For LGBTQ Youth – with Kelsey Pacha
Working with Trauma Survivors – with Nicole Klasey and Nola Brantley.
Impact of Gun Violence on Youth – with Nicole Klasey and Nola Brantley.
Cultural Framework on Family – with Jeanette Lopez-Urbina
Suicide Assessment & Intervention for Mental Health Professionals – with Cristina Rita of Crisis Support Services of Alameda County
Attachment Trauma Due to Immigration Trends – with Jeanette Lopez-Urbina
Drama vs. Trauma – with Dr. Lisa Cohen Bennett, PhD.