Advocacy at the Federal Level

9/28/2024 - 12/30/2040
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Enhancing access to mental health care is a multisystemic approach which requires work at the micro and macro levels. Although many lawmakers may discuss the importance of access to care, most of them are not experts in the field and may receive information from limited sources. To help enhance mental health services from a national perspective, it is recommended that counselors connect with those who influence federal legislation. To enhance the ability of the counselor to influence federal legislation, this workshop will review various federal agencies and committees which connect directly to lawmakers. Participants will be provided information as to how to connect with such individuals. Finally, participants will identify ways to effectively communicate about mental health needs from a national perspective. ​

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EVENT: 

The workshop is designed to help participants:

1. Participants will identify federal agencies and groups which influence national legislation.

2.Participants will identify ways to directly connect with individuals within these groups and organizations.

3. Participants will identify effective language to use when connecting with agencies to help influence mental health legislation from a federal perspective.

PRESENTER: 

Fredrick Dombrowski is the AMHCA Past President and has extensive experience treating those living with co-occurring disorders since 1998.  He has been a supervisor and director for multiple programs including inpatient, outpatient, and forensic treatment. Currently a Department Chair at the University of Bridgeport, he is focused on experiential learning through a perspective of cultural humility and an equitable clinical care. He has recently published the book Co-occurring Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders and has appeared on television, radio, and internet advocating for the helping professions. Dr. Dombrowski has testified in various states to enhance accessibility to mental health care as well as to improve reimbursement for the helping professions. He has won several awards for his work with marginalized populations.
 

PROVIDER INFORMATION: 

LCCNC
605 N. Terrace Place
Morganton, NC 28655
(919) 714-9025
info@lccnc.org
www.lccnc.org

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