If you’ve ever felt like your MI spirit was running on empty, you’re not alone. Even the most experienced practitioners hit those days when partnership feels impossible, acceptance seems out of reach, and compassion for others gets buried under their own struggles. As this training illustrates, the MI spirit isn’t a destination we arrive at once and then we’re home free. It’s a road you travel despite the potholes along the way..

Sarah Cameron and Annabys Jordan created this training to offer something many practitioners desperately need: a judgment-free way to reflect on their work and monitor their professional growth.

Forensic evaluations call for a distinct blend of clinical skill and legal insight. In this dynamic training, experienced evaluators Amy Griffith, PhD, and Seth Wescott, LMLP, ASTA-F, share practical strategies for navigating the complex world of forensic interviewing. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how referral questions shape each evaluation, what sets forensic interviews apart from clinical ones, and how to maintain fairness and objectivity within a legal framework. Designed for professionals looking to strengthen their forensic assessment skills, this session offers real-world insights that can elevate your practice.

Dr. Jackson and Dr. Ballinger developed this training to support professionals in adopting sex-positive, non-judgmental approaches to help clients in managing unhealthy patterns of sexual arousal patterns. Many individuals who have sexually abused have had limited sex education and few opportunities to understand the role of sexuality in their lives. Against this backdrop, it is more constructive for clients to view healthy sexuality as a goal to pursue and achieve, rather than regarding sexual arousal as something to avoid for the rest of their lives.

The language professionals use—and the biases they hold, whether conscious or not—can profoundly shape how young people see themselves, engage in treatment, and envision their futures. This training with Anette Birgersson and Christin Santiago examines the impact of labeling, including language related to sexual orientation, and how it can undermine self-esteem, mental health, and prosocial development. Participants will learn practical strategies to recognize and reshape problematic language and biases, engage and affirm youth from the first session, support their sense of agency and resilience, and foster healthier, more empowering identities, especially for those from diverse backgrounds.