Course Code: REL-BHC-0-HEFMCP
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Recall the stages and contributing factors of a behavioral health crisis.
Indicate strategies to engage a family in the crisis planning process.
Name the specific elements to include in a family crisis plan.
Outline:
Section 1: Understanding Behavioral Health Crises
Why Preparation Is Important in a Behavioral Health Crisis
Contributing Factors in the Development of a Mental Health Crisis
Stages of a Behavioral Health Crisis
Why Families and Informal Supports Are Important in a Crisis
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Strategies for Engaging Families in the Crisis Planning Process
Leaning Into Resiliency in Crisis Planning With Families
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Creating Comprehensive Family Crisis Plans
What Is a Crisis Plan?
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
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Writer: Kathryn Falbo-Woodson MSW, LCSW
Kathryn earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from West Virginia University and a Master’s in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Social Work Supervisor in North Carolina. Kathryn has served on the NASW-NC Chapter Board of Directors and held leadership roles with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention-NC Chapter, including board member and president. As board president and co-chair of the Charlotte Out of the Darkness Walk, she led the chapter to national recognition. She is the founder of Forsythia Counseling, PLLC, in Charlotte, NC, and serves as a Behavioral Health Subject Matter Expert at Relias. With a background in psychotherapy, education, and advocacy in integrated care and community mental health, Kathryn has trained healthcare professionals in Motivational Interviewing, Mental Health First Aid, QPR Suicide Prevention, and other crisis interventions. Her work reflects a strong commitment to behavioral health and the professional development of those in the field.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Behavioral Health Counselors; Care and Case Managers; Marriage and Family Therapists; Nursing Personnel; Psychologists; Social Workers; Substance Use Counselors; in the following settings: Behavioral Health: Crisis Services.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.