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Our trainings cover diverse practice areas including mental health disorders, addiction, LGBTQ bias, aging, children and families, suicide, cultural literacy, and are designed to empower you with the knowledge and expertise needed to make a positive impact in your area of practice. Whether you are a licensed professional, student, caregiver, or someone seeking to expand their skills, GATSA is your partner in professional growth. We are dedicated to advancing your knowledge and skills by providing comprehensive training programs that cater to a diverse audience and by offering expertise in relevant content areas.

Licensure 101: The Basics of Mental Health Licensure in Nebraska | May 13, 2025 | Live Webinar

Speaker: Dr. Susan Reay, LICSW

Licensure 101 is an opportunity for new and recent graduates to explore licensing in Nebraska. Learn the basics of becoming provisionally licensed as a mental health practitioner and certified as a master social worker, and understand why individuals conducting mental health treatment and/or identifying themselves as a social worker in Nebraska require licensure and certification by the State of Nebraska. 

Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 | May 19-20, 2025 | In-Person

Training Facilitator: Katie Robbins, LICSW

In this workshop, participants will be provided a research-based roadmap for helping couples compassionately manage their conflicts, deepen their friendship and intimacy, and share their life purpose and dreams based on the Sound Relationship House Theory. Learners will be introduced to Dr. Gottman’s breakthrough research on thousands of couples to understand the difference between the “Masters” and “Disasters” of relationships. This training will teach you how to assess a relationship’s strengths and areas of concern using empirically validated questionnaires. Learners will view original videos of real couples from the famous Gottman “Love Lab,” as well as videos of Dr. Julie Gottman demonstrating assessment and interventions in a case example from her private practice. MORE INFORMATION

Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 2 | Jun 10-11 and 19-20 | In-Person

Training Facilitator: Katie Robbins, LICSW

This Level 2 training provides an in-depth exploration of assessment and intervention with advanced practical guidance for clinical observation and identifying co-morbidities, including PTSD, affairs, and addiction. This advanced course includes engaging video lecture content from a recent four-day Level 2 workshop conducted by Drs. John and Julie Gottman. The Gottmans share in-session clinical videos that demonstrate practical application of assessment and intervention techniques. Video content of special guest lecturer, Dr. Robert Navarra, presents relevant data and clinical findings incorporating Gottman Methods in treatment of couples in addiction recovery. MORE INFORMATION

Expressive Arts Therapy: An Overview and Application | Jun 27, 2025 | In-Person

Speakers: Betsy Funk, LCSW, LIMHP, MPA, REAT and Jea Theis, LICSW, LIMHP

Enhance your clinical toolkit with Expressive Arts Therapy. This training offers a foundational understanding of the intermodal Expressive Arts Process, emphasizes the role of personal creative practice in clinical work, and introduces trauma-informed strategies for integrating somatic and expressive methods. Ideal for clinicians seeking evidence-informed approaches to foster healing, regulation, and connection through the arts. Enrollment link coming soon!

Motivational Interviewing 101: Skills to Get Started | Jul 15, 2025 | Live Webinar

Speaker: Katie Robbins, LICSW

Motivational interviewing is a versatile and straightforward tool for navigating change with others. This training will identify the foundations of motivational interviewing, its core concepts, and objectives, as well as applicable tools and language for professionals. This live webinar is designed to help build foundational motivational interviewing skills. Learners will gain a clear understanding of the basics and practical strategies to begin applying these skills effectively in your interactions. Whether you're a clinician, caregiver, or professional in any field, this training will equip you with practical and effective tools to encourage positive change and enhance communication. MORE INFORMATION

Solving the Puzzle of Addiction: Piecing Together a Path to Recovery | July 31, 2025 | Live Webinar

Speaker: Kersten Borer, LIMHP, LADC, CMSW

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Breaking the Cycle: Therapy and Medication Management for Opioid Addiction Treatment | August 18, 2025 | Live Webinar

Speakers: Corey Johnson, LADC, SAP and Stacy Vaughn, LADC

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