Motivational interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication with particular attention to the language of change, and is a highly recommended, evidence-based approach to helping people address their substance use behaviours.     It is recommended for all practitioners based in AOD and mental health settings who provide direct support to people experiencing substance […]

This full day workshop targets practitioners working in specialist alcohol and drug and mental health settings who want to develop an in-depth neurobiological understanding of how psychoactive substances affect the brain and body. By the end of this workshop learners will be able to: Classify different drugs based on their effects Understand the anatomy of […]

We all have strong emotions from time to time, and being able to recognise and self regulate emotions is a skill that is learned. This workshop you will gain skills to assist your clients to better manage their emotions. Learning outcomes Understand how lifestyle factors can impact on a person’s ability to regulate emotions Understand […]

Nutrition status affects our mental and physical health, and understanding the relationship between stress, nutrition and neuroscience is an important consideration in the treatment of addiction. This presentation will explore this relationship and provide tips for workers on how to use knowledge of nutrition and neuroscience to facilitate better treatment outcomes. Lisa Cutforth qualified with […]

This full-day workshop targets practitioners who work directly with young people aged 12 - 25 years in a one-on-one capacity including youth workers, alcohol and drug workers / clinicians, child safety officers, youth justice officers, residential support workers, youth support coordinators, school-based youth health nurses, Indigenous health workers, mental health professionals, guidance officers and employment […]

This event is part of a series of brief informal sessions designed to introduce workers to the various AOD services in Queensland. If you've ever wanted to do a service visit but couldn't find the time, or you just wanted to know more about particular services, we encourage you to attend. Open Doors Youth Service […]

This presentation will cover changes in mental health and alcohol-related harm for young Australians during COVID-19. About this event In this webinar Dr Philip Clare will discuss the findings of two recent articles published on the Australian Parental Supply of Alcohol Longitudinal Study (APSALS) cohort, on changes in mental health and alcohol use/harms during the […]

Therapeutic impasses can be frustrating and difficult to resolve. They can also impact on the effectiveness of therapy. In this workshop, you will learn how to identify and resolve roadblocks to ensure therapy is most effective. Learning outcomes Understand client and therapist behaviours that interfere with therapy Learn how to identify and resolve roadblocks in […]

Queensland Health provides a range of services aimed at achieving good health and well-being for all Queenslanders. In 2021, it is anticipated that QScript a real-time prescription monitoring system will be available to prescribers and pharmacists. Prescription medicine related harms is multifaceted and requires both system level and individual level action to succeed. QScript is […]

Motivational interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication with particular attention to the language of change, and is a highly recommended, evidence-based approach to helping people address their substance use behaviours.     It is recommended for all practitioners based in AOD and mental health settings who provide direct support to people experiencing substance […]

Relapse prevention is about building the capacity of individuals to maintain and sustain positive changes with their substance use. This 1-day workshop is designed for practitioners who provide direct support to people with AOD concerns who wish to better understand and communicate strategies, tools and techniques that can help someone stay in recovery through the […]

Assessing and managing withdrawal is one of the core components of alcohol and other drug treatment.  This course provides an overview of the assessment and management of withdrawal for people who are dependent on alcohol and other drugs as outlined in the Queensland Alcohol and Drug Withdrawal Clinical Practice Guidelines.  Covering the five main substances […]

This full day workshop targets practitioners working in specialist alcohol and drug and mental health settings who want to develop an in-depth neurobiological understanding of how psychoactive substances affect the brain and body. By the end of this workshop learners will be able to: Classify different drugs based on their effects Understand the anatomy of […]

Motivational interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication with particular attention to the language of change, and is a highly recommended, evidence-based approach to helping people address their substance use behaviours.  It is recommended for all practitioners based in AOD and mental health settings who provide direct support to people experiencing substance use concerns. […]

NB: This 1-day workshop requires workers to have a foundational level of knowledge of AOD practice Sensory Approaches is a collective term for a range of interventions which utilise the sensory systems to regulate levels of bodily arousal when a person is experiencing symptoms of distress and agitation. They are commonly used in mental health services as […]

This presentation will describe an Australian man’s experience of leaving prison and attending a supported accommodation service. About this event Combining data from semi-structured qualitative interviews with men who received supported accommodation following release from prison, initial results from our systematic review, and a preliminary analysis of a supported accommodation’s service model, this webinar will […]

Family Drug Support presents ‘Stepping Forward’ providing - √ Clear & practical information session √ A safe place to share & to feel supported The 2-hour session on offer covering – 1. Families Stages of Change - Information about the Stages of Behaviour Change for people using substances -Understanding why people use alcohol and other […]

This full day workshop covers essential knowledge and skills for all practitioners working in alcohol and drug and mental health settings who provide direct support to people who use substances. It contains detailed information about specific substances and their associated risks along with practical advice people can use to reduce their risk of experiencing harm.  As such […]

 NB: This 1-day workshop requires workers to have a foundational level of knowledge of AOD practice Sensory Approaches is a collective term for a range of interventions which utilise the sensory systems to regulate levels of bodily arousal when a person is experiencing symptoms of distress and agitation. They are commonly used in mental health services as […]

People from refugee and asylum seeker populations are currently under-represented in alcohol and other drug treatment services. This presentation explores possible reasons for the under-utilisation of AOD services and discusses ways to reduce barriers to accessing and retention in AOD treatment for people from diverse backgrounds. It is packed full of practical tips about how […]

 This one-day workshop is designed for any worker who wants to develop a broad understanding of psychoactive drugs and a basic knowledge and skillset in how to support someone who may be experiencing problematic substance use. By the end of this workshop learners will be able to: Understand the history of prevalence of substance use, […]

As around half of all pregnancies are unplanned, opioid use among women of reproductive age may result in exposure in unplanned pregnancies. Understanding prescription opioid use in women of reproductive age is important given that opioid exposure during pregnancy has been linked to adverse perinatal outcomes and congenital malformations in infants. Using a standardised national […]

In the counselling environment, a well-established therapeutic relationship provides the necessary foundation for delivering a wide range of treatment interventions that enhance treatment outcomes. In the AOD counselling environment, brief interventions are often delivered opportunistically to raise a client’s awareness of some of the issues associated with their AOD use. A sound skill in the […]

This full-day workshop targets practitioners who work directly with young people aged 12 - 25 years in a one-on-one capacity including youth workers, alcohol and drug workers / clinicians, child safety officers, youth justice officers, residential support workers, youth support coordinators, school-based youth health nurses, Indigenous health workers, mental health professionals, guidance officers and employment […]

FREE education session for families and friends, delivering useful information and strategies to those supporting someone using alcohol and other drugs. Stepping Forward aims to increase people's confidence and competence in managing alcohol and other drug issues. √ Clear & practical information sessions √ A safe place to share & to feel supported Please join […]

NB: This 1-day workshop requires workers to have a foundational level of knowledge of AOD practice. Insight and Dovetail collaborate to bring you an interactive workshop on Trauma Informed Care for AOD Practice.  The workshop is targeted towards AOD and mental health workers who wish to develop their understanding and application of trauma informed care. […]

This Zoom session targets practitioners working in specialist alcohol and drug and mental health settings who want to develop an in-depth neurobiological understanding of how psychoactive substances affect the brain and body.  It is the second session of a 2-part workshop. By the end of this session learners will be able to: Develop a more […]

The implementation of real-time prescription monitoring in Queensland is imminent. Access to prescription monitoring may mean health professionals have access to new information which highlights opioid-related risks. This webinar will provide tools for assessing risk and tips for pharmacists for discussing opioid-related clinical issues with patients.  Associate Professor Suzanne Nielsen (BPharmSc PhD MPS) is the Deputy Director […]

Whilst clients are frequently taught about the importance of stress management, lifestyle balance and utilising support, many AOD and mental health workers do not apply these same skills to enhance their own personal resilience.  This workshop aims to equip AOD and mental health workers with a greater awareness of the signs of burnout including practical […]

NB: This 1-day workshop requires workers to have a foundational level of knowledge of AOD practice. Insight and Dovetail collaborate to bring you an interactive workshop on Trauma Informed Care for AOD Practice.  The workshop is targeted towards AOD and mental health workers who wish to develop their understanding and application of trauma informed care. […]

About this event This event is part of a series of brief informal sessions designed to introduce workers to the various AOD services in Queensland. If you've ever wanted to do a service visit but couldn't find the time, or you just wanted to know more about particular services, we encourage you to attend. ADIS […]

FREE education session for families and friends, delivering useful information and strategies to those supporting someone using alcohol and other drugs. Stepping Forward aims to increase people's confidence and competence in managing alcohol and other drug issues. √ Clear & practical information sessions √ A safe place to share & to feel supported Please join […]

Presenter: Robert Fullerton, PhD By the end of this webinar, participants will gain: An understanding of Transtheoretical Model of Change; An awareness of what Motivational Interviewing is and when it is useful; Knowledge of the spirit and principles of Motivational Interviewing; An understanding of the core communication skills of Motivational Interviewing that lead to behaviour […]

Assessing and managing withdrawal is one of the core components of alcohol and other drug treatment.  This course provides an overview of the assessment and management of withdrawal for people who are dependent on alcohol and other drugs as outlined in the Queensland Alcohol and Drug Withdrawal Clinical Practice Guidelines.  Covering the five main substances […]

Relapse prevention is about building the capacity of individuals to maintain and sustain positive changes with their substance use. This Zoom workshop is designed for practitioners who provide direct support to people with AOD concerns who wish to better understand and communicate strategies, tools and techniques that can help someone stay in recovery through the […]

Whilst opioids can be very effective in treating pain, prolonged and/or heavy use can cause hyperalgesia – a phenomenon in which people become hypersensitive to painful stimuli. This talk will explore the relationship between persistent pain and opioid use disorder, and the signs and symptoms that might indicate the best treatment pathway forward. Dr Ian […]

Shared decision making is the foundation of modern patient-centred care and is key to overcoming patient- and clinical-level barriers to opiate agonist therapy (OAT) uptake and retention in treatment. Newly available depot buprenorphine products offer expanded choice in treatment modality. However, as the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of policy decisions may be compromised by patient preferences, […]

Relapse prevention is about building the capacity of individuals to maintain and sustain positive changes with their substance use. This Zoom workshop is designed for practitioners who provide direct support to people with AOD concerns who wish to better understand and communicate strategies, tools and techniques that can help someone stay in recovery through the prevention […]