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Polysubstance use has been more the rule than the exception in treating substance use problems. The problem can complicate treatment and add significantly to the morbidity of the disease. This webinar will review the co-occurrence of various drug use disorders and how to more effectively address the patient and treat the disorder.

This 90-minute webinar provides a clear and practical overview of essential supervision practices for both clinical and peer-based professionals working with individuals experiencing opioid, stimulant, and other substance use disorders. Participants will learn key supervision functions, effective communication strategies, documentation expectations, and methods for supporting professional growth while maintaining accountability. The session highlights how quality supervision enhances service effectiveness, supports ethical practice, and promotes workforce sustainability across treatment and recovery support settings.

Designed specifically for peer professionals and related helpers, this 90-minute webinar focuses on effective ways to support individuals engaged in treatment for opioid, stimulant, and other substance use disorders. Participants will explore the unique role of peer-based support, including how to build trust, encourage treatment engagement, reinforce recovery goals, and navigate boundaries while working alongside clinical providers. Attendees will explore negative biases and myths regarding individuals treated with medications for opioid use disorder. Practical tools and real-world scenarios will help attendees strengthen their skills in supporting sustained engagement and long-term recovery outcomes.

This 90-minute webinar examines common ethical challenges encountered by certified addiction counselors, clinical supervisors and interns working with individuals affected by opioid, stimulant, and other substance use disorders. Participants will review core ethical principles, boundary management, confidentiality concerns, and decision-making frameworks relevant to real-world practice. Through case examples and guided discussion, the session equips attendees with practical tools to identify ethical risks early and respond in ways that protect clients, professionals, and the integrity of treatment services.

Motivational interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based approach to guide and enhance conversations when working with patients to promote positive behavior change. Originally developed in the context of treating substance use disorders, MI is a collaborative method of communication that pays particular attention to the language of change. MI helps to strengthen intrinsic motivation for change by exploring the patient’s own reasons for change by communicating the spirit of acceptance, partnership, empowerment, and compassion. This educational activity will introduce key MI concepts, including the four tasks, the spirit of MI, and skills for evoking change talk.

The webinar is intended to explore practical strategies for preventing opioid, stimulant, and other substance use disorders among children and youth affected by addiction in their families and communities. Participants will learn how early exposure to substance use, chronic stress, and community conditions can increase vulnerability over time—and how protective factors like connection, stability, belonging, and healthy coping skills can reduce risk. The session highlights what families, schools, and community helpers can do early to support resilience and interrupt cycles of addiction before they take hold.