Clinical Trainings

Catholic Charities is pleased to offer clinical trainings to colleagues, former employees, and the general public. We are approved by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners and the National Board for Certified Counselors to sponsor continuing education for social workers and licensed professional counselors.

For any questions, contact Johanna Miller at [email protected]

CURRENT OFFERINGS:

From Understanding to Intervention: Practical, Nervous System-Informed Strategies for Trauma Treatment

This workshop is designed for clinicians who already have a foundational understanding of trauma and are seeking more practical, in-session application. Rather than focusing heavily on theory, this workshop emphasizes how to translate a biological understanding of trauma into effective, real-world clinical interventions. Using an Autonomic Nervous System–Informed Framework, participants will briefly revisit key concepts of how trauma impacts the body, emotions, and relationships with a primary focus on how to work with these patterns in session. Participants will learn how to identify survival-based responses such as anxiety, shutdown, over-functioning, and emotional disconnection and respond in ways that reduce shame and increase regulation. The workshop integrates attachment patterns, parts-based perspectives, and nervous system awareness to help participants understand the function of client behaviors and intervene more effectively. Through case application, guided reflection, and structured tools, participants will practice how to move clients from dysregulation toward safety, connection, and increased capacity.

Training Details
Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
Time: 9:30 am – 12:45 pm
Location: Virtual, via Zoom
Presenters: Jessica LeTourneau, LCPC
Cost: Free -$75

Course Completion & CE Info:
Participants must attend the entire course and complete a course evaluation to earn CE credit. Certificates of completion will be e-mailed within 10 business days. This course qualifies for 3 contact hours.

Questions? Contact Johanna Miller at [email protected].

Substance Use Disorder: Asking with Confidence

The purpose of this training is to provide a refresher on Substance Use Disorder (SUD). The goals for the training include reviewing the DSM-5-TR criteria for SUD, becoming familiar with the scales that can be used to screen for SUDs, becoming comfortable having discussions with clients around their substance use and identifying and documenting disordered use when present. Participants can expect an interactive discussion on best practices for asking about and screening for SUDs.

Training Details
Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Location: Virtual, via Zoom
Presenters: Dr. Ewere Osian-Dugan
Cost: Free -$25

Questions? Contact Johanna Miller at [email protected].

Gambling Risks and Harms: Prevention, Interventions and Resources

Gambling Disorder may be referred to as a Hidden Addiction as it the only behavioral addiction classified as a Substance Related and Addictive Disorder within the DSM-5-TR. Expansion and access to legal forms of gambling throughout Maryland has expanded so does risk of harm. Responsible gambling means persons will take into account the risks involved, yet there is a population of persons who are unable to mitigate the harms associated with gambling. Dangers can go undetected if we are not integrating a conversation about gambling into our supportive work with others. Gambling harms may include bankruptcy, divorce, loss of friendships, housing insecurity, and unemployment. The Center hopes that healthcare professionals are inspired to implement an evidence-based gambling screening tool into their regular practice and start to have a conversation with persons in their community.

Training Details
Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
Time: 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Location: Virtual, via Zoom
Presenters: Kristen Beall
Cost: Free

Questions? Contact Johanna Miller at [email protected].

The Trevor Project’s Connect, Accept, Respond, Empower (CARE) Training

Designed for individuals of all backgrounds, this interactive training provides an overview of suicide among LGBTQ+ people and the different environmental stressors that contribute to their heightened risk for suicide. Trevor CARE combines research, best practice recommendations, and practical steps for reducing the risk of suicide and promoting resiliency.

Training Details

Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Virtual
Presenter: Johanna Miller, LCSW-C
Cost: Free

Course Completion & CE Info:
Participants must attend the entire course and complete a course evaluation to earn CE credit. Certificates of completion will be e-mailed within 10 business days. This course qualifies for 2 contact hours.

Questions? Contact Johanna Miller at [email protected].