Grace Abbott Training and Supervision Academy | University of Nebraska Omaha

Motivational Interviewing 101: Skills to Get Started

This live webinar introduces the core principles and practical strategies of Motivational Interviewing (MI), a person-centered approach to supporting positive change. Participants will learn foundational MI skills and how to apply them effectively in professional settings. The training also features an optional, AI-powered practice client—an innovative tool for building confidence and refining MI techniques through self-paced, real-time feedback.

Solving the Puzzle of Addiction Treatment: Piecing Together a Path to Recovery

This live webinar provides an in-depth exploration of effective approaches to treating individuals with addictions, emphasizing both shared and unique factors in treatment planning. Participants will enhance their awareness of personal biases, explore a range of evidence-based strategies, and apply techniques through case-based learning to develop individualized treatment plans.

Breaking the Cycle: Therapy and Medication Management for Opioid Addiction Treatment

This live webinar offers a clear overview of Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), highlighting its effectiveness, addressing common stigma, and outlining the treatment process to promote informed, compassionate care for individuals with substance use disorders.

Sandtray Therapy

This foundational training introduces participants to the vital components of sandtray therapy. Join us for a hands-on day to learn about the elements of sandtray as a modality, interventions to process sandtrays with clients of all ages, and experiential sandtray exercises designed to practice key didactic elements. Each participant will have the opportunity to take a small sandtray for ongoing use in their practice.

Beyond TikTok: Adult Neurodivergence in the Real World

This live webinar will provide a foundational understanding of neurodivergence in adults, the impact of late diagnosis, and common misdiagnoses and differentials. Emphasis will be placed on therapeutic considerations and affirming care practices. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to support neurodivergent adults in outpatient therapy settings and an understanding of when to refer for evaluation.