Behavioral Health Trainings
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
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Available Trainings
Behavioral health training opportunities shared on this site are produced in partnership with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Division of Behavioral Health, Office of Consumer Affairs, and the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center. The training opportunities are designed specifically for behavioral health professionals and practitioners, including peer support specialists, clinical social workers, licensed mental health professionals, psychologists, and others.
View the Trainings page to find content covering a variety of behavioral health topics. You may also view the Archived Trainings page to see older training content (prior to 2026). Please note that we are unable to offer CEs for viewing of recorded training sessions at this time.
Newest Trainings
Peer Support Engagement to Develop Healing Relationships
for Certified Peer Support Specialists
Dr. Jai Sookram
Peer support specialists are trained and certified experts in the recovery care model. Their role is to engage people who struggle with behavioral health challenges to become part of a healing community and find their best life in recovery. The first step and one of the most important components in the treatment process is engagement.
The Aging Mind: Unique Behavioral Health Challenges in Older Adults
for professionals in behavioral health and psychology
Drs. Steven Wengel & George Blankenau
This webinar highlights some of the unique behavioral health challenges faced by older adults, as well as their families and others who care for them. Topics discussed include mood and anxiety disorders, somatoform disorders, and dementia.
Close, Not Crossed: Ethics, Boundaries, and Self-Care in Peer Support
for Certified Peer Support Specialists
David Stoecker
This training explores common dilemmas, how dual relationships naturally arise, and practical strategies for navigating gray areas and self-care.
Upcoming Trainings
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These training opportunities are made available to clinicians and other professionals who are interested in further developing their skills in areas of behavioral health. Thanks for visiting!