Language Matters
for professionals in psychology, behavioral health, social work, substance use, peer support, and criminal justice
Presented by Dr. Kate Speck
Videos
The following videos include Part 1 and Part 2 of Dr. Kate Speck’s training, “Language Matters.” This training provides a review and refinement of the nature of language used now and offers an alternative way of thinking for providers.
Part 1:
Language Matters
(Dr. Kate Speck)
Part 2:
Language Matters
(Dr. Kate Speck)
Stigma plays a crucial role in recovery from mental health and substance use disorders. The “Language Matters” training provides a review and refinement of the nature of language used now and offers an alternative way of thinking for providers. Healing the stigma around substance use and mental health challenges for clients and professionals working in this field is important, and the language used to describe disorders and the behavioral outcomes are constantly changing.
Date Presented: Tues., Aug. 3, 2021 1:00pm – 4:00pm CDT
Date Training Expires: August 3, 2023
Objectives:
- Describe the impact of stigma in mental health and substance use disorders.
- Discuss three approaches to support long-term recovery using strength-based language.
- Contrast current and alternative terminology in addressing recovery in mental health and substance use disorders.
Instructional Level: Introductory
Date Presented: Tues., Aug. 3, 2021 1:00pm – 4:00pm CDT
Date Training Expires: August 3, 2023
Supporting Material
About the Speaker
Dr. Kate Speck
Kate Speck, PhD, has over 40 years of experience as an educator and trainer in behavioral health. She has a strong background in prevention and intervention. She is currently an independent consultant and teaches with the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center. She has been a member of Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) and a MINT trainer since 2000.
These trainings were funded in whole or in part by funds from the SAMHSA Community Mental Health Block Grant, SAMHSA Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Block Grant and state funds sub-granted from the Nebraska Department of Health and Services, Division of Behavioral Health.