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Conducting Lethal Means Safety Counseling With Military-Connected Clients


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Categories:
Suicide Prevention
Faculty:
April Thompson, LCSW |  Jennifer Nevers
Course Levels:
Introductory
Duration:
2 Hours
Media Type:
Webinar
License:
Access for event date only.

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Description:

This 120-minute training provides behavioral health providers with research-based information about the principles of lethal means safety counseling. It begins by exploring the importance of discussing means as part of suicide prevention interventions. Next, population-level efforts are compared with individual-level initiatives. Key components of Lethal Means Safety Counseling using principles of Motivational Interviewing are explored in depth. Participants view a video of Means Safety Counseling and then are provided with an opportunity to engage in a role play to practice skills introduced. The presentation concludes with an overview of suggested resources for additional learning.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Evaluate lethal means safety efforts at both a population and individual level.

  2. Integrate cultural awareness and sensitivity into semi-structured discussions about lethal means safety.

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April Thompson, LCSW's Profile

April Thompson, LCSW Related Seminars and Products

Military Behavioral Health Social Worker

Center for Deployment Psychology


Jennifer Nevers's Profile

Jennifer Nevers Related Seminars and Products

Military Behavioral Health Social Worker

CDP


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