Trainings/Resources

Free, Online Course for Domestic Violence and Abuse Offenders

If you are on the front line of working with domestic violence and abuse offenders, we’ve developed a free, online course that might be a good way to supplement and enhance the great work you do with your clients.

The Transformation Journey Course

As a pillar of our mission to stop domestic violence and abuse at its source by restoring and healing those causing harm, we are excited to announce the launch of a new resource: The Transformation Journey course.

A few years ago, we released our Guidebook. Then, we began facilitating Groups to discuss the concepts shared in the Guidebook in a safe, interactive environment. Both initiatives have been wildly successful, with thousands accessing these resources.

As good as these tools are, they don’t work for everyone. Some struggle to stay engaged with simply reading a workbook and answering questions. For others, shame prevents them from signing up and showing up for an online group. Or, the group’s schedule simply didn’t work with theirs.

In response, we’ve developed an online course that turns our Guidebook and Groups into a self-paced, multi-media, interactive experience. It’s not a replacement for the other two, just a great alternative. And it’s free.

We hope you check it out.

Why Online Courses May Be the Next Evolution in Abuse Change Programs

We think online courses like The Transformation Journey will be a significant part of future abuse change programs. On Thursday, September 29, 2022 at 9 AM Pacific, we’re hosting a webinar to discuss:
  • Why and how we built our course to address many unmet needs in this space
  • Where online courses fit in the perpetrator change ecosystem
  • Where online courses fall short

Register here for this webinar. We hope to see you there.

 

Michael Clark, Founder

Ananias Foundation

www.ananiasfoundation.org

ADVIP 2022 International Conference – Registration Now Open

If you did not know already, registration is now open for our upcoming conference, to be held on the Zoom platform October 12.  The title of this conference is: “Safety and justice:  A call for reform in domestic violence arrest, prosecution and treatment policies.”

As with all of our previous conferences, ADVIP members get a substantial discount on their registration costs.  CEUs are available for all BIPs, including LCSWs, MFTs. and LCCs.

Hope to see you in October!

Strength at Home Training

This is a training for providers who are interested in trauma-informed, evidence-based IPV intervention. You can be certified to deliver Strength at Home or just use the training to bolster your knowledge in this area. Information in the flyer below.

 

Addressing Women’s Use of Force in Abuser Intervention Programs-NPEIV Webinar

Hello all…I will be providing a webinar for the National Partnership to End Interpersonal Violence (NPEIV) on December 8th from 10am-Noon (PST).  The cost is $25 and CE’s are available for additional cost.  All proceeds go toward supporting the goals and activities of NPEIV.

The research-informed content will cover the important differences between women’s and men’s violence in intimate partner relationships; measuring changes in beliefs and behaviors in women’s abuse; and curriculum examples which illustrate gender-responsive, evidence-based interventions.

http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ein7li258a346b7f&llr=mohweamab

 

Advanced BIP Facilitator Training-earlybird rate extended until Friday for October classes

Hi all…There are still a few openings in the upcoming 16-hr training for BIP facilitators. We’ll be discussing the influence of emotional intelligence, attachment theory and using a victim-centered approach to decrease recidivism.

Professional CE’s provided by IVAT.

For more information click here: https://conta.cc/3Ai0FC9

Please contact Nada Yorke at nyorke@outlook.com with any questions.

2020 ADVIP International Conference

This year, by popular demand, ADVIP will be holding its conference in San Diego, on August 29, 2020, at the La Jolla Hilton Hotel in the greater San Diego area, California, instead of Portsmouth, New Hampshire.  Registration is now open, and ADVIP members are allowed a substantial registration discount.  This year’s theme is “Perpetrator Treatment in the New Decade.” To get more information, and/or to register, just go to the ADVIP website, at www.domesticviolenceintervention.net, and click on the conference link on the home page.

An additional discount is available to those who are willing to volunteer at the event.  In particular, we will need individuals to help at the registration table in the morning.

PLEASE TELL ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES ABOUT THIS EXCITING EVENT!

Domestic Violence and Sex Offender Management Boards Annual Conference – Call for Presentations

Domestic Violence and
Sex Offender Management Boards
Annual Conference
Call for Presentations

“20/20: Promoting a Collaborative Vision for the Future”

Where:

Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center

620 Village Road, Breckenridge

CO 80424

1-800-525-2253

When:

July 14-17, 2020

TARGET AUDIENCE
Professionals including, but not limited to, domestic violence and sex offender treatment providers, evaluators, polygraph examiners, victim therapists, victim advocates, school personnel, community supervision officers, child welfare, attorneys, judges, magistrates, and law enforcement (local, state and federal).
Please submit proposals via email.
Proposal deadline:
February 14, 2020
**Guidelines for Submissions**
We have listened to the feedback from attendees and are planning to incorporate changes into the conference agenda for next year.
Presentations are now scheduled for 90 minutes in length (NEW). You can also submit for two workshop presentations: Part 1 & Part 2 (total 3 hours).
Please include:
  • Title of Presentation (limit of 50 characters)
  • Topic is Domestic Violence Offender Management (DV) or Sex Offender Management (SO) or Crossover (DV/SO)
  • Type of session (interactive, lecture or panel)
  • Level (beginner, intermediate or advanced) NEW
  • Population covered (juvenile, adult or both)
Based on the feedback received, please be specific about the type of session, level and targeted population.
  • Abstract suitable for printing in the registration packet
  • List 3 Objectives for Presentation (Objectives should describe what the learner will be able to do at the end of the presentation).
  • Name of the Presenter(s), degree credentials, title, phone number and email
  • A one paragraph bio for each presenter
  • Presenter headshot suitable to be included in the program
  • Attach curriculum vitae/resume for each presenter
  • A.V. Requirements: DVD Player, Audio, Flip chart, Other.
  • Presenters are required to bring their own laptop. LCD Projectors will be set up in each room.
All presenters receive free*** conference registration but are responsible for all lodging, travel, food and other expenses.
***Additional presenters in sessions with more than 2 presenters will pay 50% off the registration fee. Also, all presenters must submit their handouts to the organizer at least two weeks prior to the conference in order to have their registration waived.
SUBJECTS OF INTEREST
Suggested adult and juvenile topics include but are not limited to emerging research, innovation in practice, evaluation techniques/skills, implementation of differential treatment, abuse prevention efforts, brain development, judicial decision making, multidisciplinary collaboration, technology, providing services to rural communities, diversity, legal issues and court practice, restorative justice, domestic violence and sex assault victim advocacy, supervision and management practices, trauma, treatment approaches, wellness and working with families.
POTENTIAL TOPICS BASED ON SURVEY FEEDBACK
Treatment Specific
·   Complex and Challenging Cases: Treatment and Case Planning
·    Intersection of Combat Operation Stress, PTSD and Intimate Partner Violence
·   Treatment and Supervision of Special Populations: juvenile female offenders, DD/ID clients, autism spectrum, transgender clients, clients in denial
·   Crossover DV/SO: Process and Treatment Needs
·   SOMB Treatment and DV Supportive Services around Child Welfare
·  Way to Engage Difficult Clients
· Coexistence of Substance Abuse/Trauma/DV and PTSD
Legal or Supervision Specific
· Self-care techniques for professionals
·  Ways to Promote Intraagency collaboration
·  Supervision in Community Corrections
·   Resources for Juveniles Displaying Domestic Violence Behavior
·   Preparing offenders for community integration upon release
·   Special Colorado Court Cases
·   Case Review: Legal Proceeding of a DV/SO Case
·   Sexting

 

Questions? Please feel free to contact us or 303-239-4199 with any questions or concerns that you may have. Applicants will be notified of presentation acceptance or denial. Thank you in advance for your interest in our conference. We look forward to working with you!

Alternative Behavior Choices – Evidence Based Batterer Intervention

I am pleased to announce that my Alternative Behavior Choices Program for batterer intervention has been deemed “evidence-based” by the California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse for Child Welfare, at:  https://www.cebc4cw.org/program/alternative-behavior-choices-abc/

The Alternative Behavior Choices curriculum is currently used by dozens of agencies throughout the United States.  The Client Workbook and Facilitator Manual are avaialble at www.JohnHamel.net.  Just go to the bottom of the home page and click on the link at the bottom, where the ABC book cover is located.

If you want to know more about ABC and the evidence base upon which it was designed, contact me at johnmhamel@comcast.net

 

Your Feedback on ADVIP Podcast Series

For nearly two years now, I have been fortunate to having conducted numerous interviews with some of the world’s most respected IPV researchers.  These interviews are available for all ADVIP members for free as part of our podcast series.

I would love your feedback on these podcasts.  Soon, I hope to make some of them available on iTunes and other platforms, and it would be good for marketing purposes if I could get some endorsements.

So, what are some of your favorites?  Please share your thoughts with the rest of us!

 

John Hamel, Ph.D., LCSW