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This assignment was my introduction to the ACE questionnaire and it really made me dive in it as I found them interesting. Additionally, this was a great introduction to the many types of traumas and the information provided and found from independent research defining them and the trauma informed approaches information will really help me in the future while working with victims of crime.

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My name is Daniela Rocha and I am currently in my first semester of the M.A. in Mental Health and Wellness Counseling Program.

My main personal goal is to absorb as much information as possible from this class, and utilize this resource guide to keep for future reference.

Professionally, I hope to take all the information and gathered knowledge and apply it to a future role in either higher education counseling or in a criminal justice setting.

In regards to what I would like to gain from this course is, frankly, anything and everything I can. I am so glad this padlet is part of our graded assignments because it will truly help me in retaining as much information as possible.

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Del Rio contact info:

906 E 11th St Building 2

(830)256-8255

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West Texas Counseling & Guidance provides the highest quality counseling and educational services for all residents of the Concho Valley, utilizing evidence-based practices that are effective, affordable, and promote personal development, and independence. The objective of the organization is to help individuals learn to heal themselves in mind, body and spirit. As a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization, the Center works to ensure that individuals and families seeking mental health treatment should have access to counseling services, regardless of their socioeconomic status and ability to pay.

WTCG is as unique as the clients we serve. Our therapists work with families, couples and individuals to alleviate distress: offering hope and healing to the community. The scope and range of our services are broad and expansive; last year, our clients ranged in age from three years old to ninety three years old.

Our services include Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling, Family Therapy, Children & Adolescents, Veterans Services, PTSD Counseling, Grief & Loss Support, Addiction, Eating Disorders and Depression & Anxiety Counseling.

Not in San Angelo? We have outreach centers all over the Concho Valley. We provide services in Brady, Del Rio, Eden, Junction, Mason, Menard, Ozona, Sterling City, and Sonora.

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Welcome to West Texas Counseling & Guidance

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West Texas Counseling & Guidance provides the highest quality counseling and educational services for all residents of the Concho Valley, utilizing evidence-based practices that are effective, affordable, and promote personal development, and independence. The objective of the organization is to help individuals learn to heal themselves in mind, body and spirit.

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Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Centers

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Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Centers

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Del Rio contact information:

1927 N Bedell Ave

(830)774-8702

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At Hill Country MHDD Centers our purpose is to help people have positive control over the life they desire and find satisfying, and are recognized and valued for their contributions to their communities. Through our adult and child behavioral health, intellectual and developmental disabilities, substance abuse, crisis care, and justice involved services programs, we promote hope, independence, community integration and recovery.

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Non-emergencies: (830) 774-7513

295 FM 2523

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Non-emergencies: (830)774-2711

101 Lowe Dr.

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The general code of ethics for all counselors. Sets a standard for practice within confidentiality, professional responsibility, consultation, and aid in solving ethical issues that may arise.

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Simple infographic on the crime victim advocate profession gives basic information on what the job may entail, which professions a CVA can consult and collaborate with, and where to find more information.

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“This page provides information on both resources and contacts that can help when looking for mental health services in the state. Additionally, this page includes a summary of laws by topic that may impact individuals living with mental illness. This section is not intended to be used for legal advice.”

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Find information on key laws and resources for Texans living with a mental health diagnosis. This page provides information on both resources and contacts that can help when looking for mental health services in the state. Additionally, this page includes a summary of laws by topic that may impact individuals living with mental illness. This section is not intended to be used for legal advice.
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Resources

Contacts for Urgent Services

Contacts for Non-Urgent Services

The first step when seeking help for non-emergency mental health or substance use challenges is to find local services. Call the local referral line for confidential help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

File a Complaint

To file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ):

(800) 514-0301 (voice)

(800) 514-0383 (TTY)

Additional Resources

State and Federal Law

Patient's Rights

( Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 576)

A person living with mental illness has the rights, benefits, responsibilities, and privileges guaranteed by the constitution. A patient of an institution has:

the right to register and vote at an election;

the right to acquire, use, and dispose of property, including contractual rights;

the right to sue and be sued;

all rights relating to the grant, use, and revocation of a license, permit, privilege, or benefit under law;

the right to religious freedom; and

all rights relating to domestic relations.

Providing court-ordered, emergency, or voluntary mental health services to a person is not a determination or adjudication of mental incompetency and does not limit the person's rights as a citizen, or the person's property rights or legal capacity. A person is presumed mentally competent unless a court has determined otherwise.

An individual who is a patient in an inpatient mental health facility has the right to:

receive visitors;

communicate with a person outside the facility by telephone or mail; and

communicate by telephone or mail with legal counsel, the state agency, the courts, and the state attorney general.

A patient must be informed in writing, at the time of admission and discharge at an inpatient facility, of the existence, purpose, telephone number, and address of the protection and advocacy system in Texas under the Protection and Advocacy for Mentally Ill Individuals Act of 1986.

A patient receiving mental health services has the right to:

appropriate treatment in the least restrictive appropriate setting available;

not receive unnecessary or excessive medication;

refuse to participate in a research program;

an individualized treatment plan and to participate in developing the plan; and

a humane treatment environment that provides reasonable protection from harm and appropriate privacy for personal needs.

A person may not administer a psychoactive medication to a patient receiving voluntary or involuntary mental health services who refuses unless:

the patient is having a medication-related emergency;

the patient is younger than 16 years of age, or the patient is younger than 18 years of age and is a patient admitted for voluntary mental health services, and the parent, managing conservator, or guardian consents to the administration on behalf of the patient; or

the refusing patient's representative authorized by law to consent on their behalf has consented to the administration.

A patient receiving inpatient mental health services is entitled to obtain at the patient's cost an independent psychiatric, psychological, or medical examination or evaluation by a psychiatrist, physician, or no physician mental health professional chosen by the patient. The facility administrator allows the patient to obtain the examination or evaluation at any time.

If the patient is a minor, the minor and the minor's parent, legal guardian, or conservator is entitled to obtain the examination or evaluation. The cost of the examination or evaluation will be billed by the professional who performed the examination or evaluation to the person responsible for payment of the minor's treatment.

Least Restrictive Appropriate Setting for Treatment

( Texas Health and Safety Code, Section 571.004)

The least restrictive appropriate setting for the treatment of a patient is the treatment setting that:

is available;

provides the patient with the greatest probability of improvement or cure; and

is no more restrictive of the patient's physical or social liberties than is necessary to provide the most effective treatment and to protect adequately against any danger the patient poses to themselves or others.

Continuing Care Plan

( Texas Health and Safety Code, Section 574.081(c))

The physician responsible for a patient's treatment will prepare a continuing care plan for a patient scheduled to be furloughed or discharged unless the patient does not require continuing care.

The plan must address the patient's mental health and physical needs, including:

the need for outpatient mental health services following furlough or discharge; and

the need for sufficient psychoactive medication on furlough or discharge to last until the patient can see a physician.

The physician shall deliver the plan and other appropriate information to the community center or other provider that will deliver the services if:

the services are provided by:

a community center or other provider that serves the county in which the patient will reside and that has been designated to perform continuing care services; or

any other provider that agrees to accept the referral; and

the provision of care by the center or provider is appropriate.

A patient who is to be discharged may refuse the continuing care services.

Guardianship

( Texas Probate Code, Sections 770A and 770(b))

The guardian of an adult may expend funds of the guardianship as provided by court order to care for and maintain an individual who has been determined to be incapacitated. The guardian may apply for residential care and services on behalf of a person who has decision-making ability if the person agrees. The guardian must report the condition of the person to the court at regular intervals, at least annually, unless the court orders more frequent reports. If the person is receiving residential care in a public or private care facility, the guardian must include in any report to the court a statement as to the necessity for continued care in the facility.

A guardian may not voluntarily admit an incapacitated person to a public or private in-patient psychiatric or residential facility for care and treatment. If care and treatment in a psychiatric or a residential facility are necessary, the person or the person's guardian may apply to a court to commit the person or transport the ward to an inpatient mental health facility for a preliminary examination.

A guardian of a person younger than 16 years of age may voluntarily admit an incapacitated person to a public or private inpatient psychiatric facility for care and treatment. A guardian of a person may voluntarily admit an incapacitated person to a residential care facility for emergency care or respite care.

Read more about State and Federal Laws for Guardianship.

Disease Management

( Health and Safety Code, Section 533.0354)

A local mental health authority (LMHA) must ensure the provision of assessment services, crisis services, and intensive and comprehensive services using disease management practices for adults with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or clinically severe depression and for children with serious emotional illnesses. The LMHA must ensure that individuals are engaged with treatment services that are:

ongoing and matched to the needs of the individual in type, duration, and intensity;

focused on a process of recovery designed to allow the individual to progress through levels of service;

guided by evidence-based protocols and a strength-based paradigm of service; and

monitored by a system that holds the local authority accountable for specific outcomes, while allowing flexibility to maximize local resources.

An LMHA ensures the provision of assessment services, crisis services, and intensive and comprehensive services using disease management practices for children with serious emotional, behavioral, or mental disturbance and adults with severe mental illness who are experiencing significant functional impairment due to a mental health disorder that is defined by the DSM-5, including:

major depressive disorder, including single episode or recurrent major depressive disorder;

post-traumatic stress disorder;

schizoaffective disorder, including bipolar and depressive types;

obsessive-compulsive disorder;

anxiety disorder;

attention deficit disorder;

delusional disorder;

bulimia nervosa, anorexia nervosa, or other eating disorders not otherwise specified; or

any other diagnosed mental health disorder.

Each LMHA is required to incorporate jail diversion strategies into the disease management practices for managing adults with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder to reduce the involvement of those client populations with the criminal justice system.

Court-ordered Mental Health Services

( Texas Health and Safety Code, Sections 574.004 and 574.102)

An attorney representing a proposed patient during a hearing for court-ordered mental health services must interview the proposed patient within a reasonable time before the date of the hearing.

The attorney must thoroughly discuss with the proposed patient the law and facts of the case, their options, and the grounds on which the court-ordered mental health services are being sought. A court-appointed attorney must also inform the proposed patient that they may obtain personal legal counsel at their own expense instead of accepting the court-appointed counsel.

Before a hearing, the attorney must:

review the application filed for court-ordered mental health services, the certificates of medical examination for mental illness, and the relevant medical records;

interview supporting witnesses and other witnesses who will testify at the hearing; and

explore the least restrictive treatment alternatives to court-ordered inpatient mental health services.

The attorney must discuss with the proposed patient:

the procedures for appeal, release, and discharge if the court orders participation in mental health services; and

other rights the proposed patient may have during the period of the court's order.

Minors

( Texas Health and Safety Code, Section 572.004)

Minors (under age 18) may not refuse psychoactive medication authorized by a parent or guardian, or discharge themselves from a voluntary mental health facility if guardian or parent objects.

Restraints and Seclusion

( Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 322)

A person may not administer to a resident of an inpatient facility a restraint that:

obstructs the resident's airway, including a procedure that places anything in, on, or over the resident's mouth or nose;

impairs the resident's breathing by putting pressure on the torso; or

interferes with the resident's ability to communicate.

The executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will ensure that each resident at a facility and the resident's legally authorized representative are notified of the rules and policies related to restraints and seclusion.

A facility may not discharge or otherwise retaliate against:

an employee, client, resident, or other person because they files a complaint, present a grievance, or otherwise provide in good faith information relating to the misuse of restraint or seclusion at the facility; or

a client or resident of the facility because someone on their behalf files a complaint, presents a grievance, or otherwise provides in good faith information relating to the misuse of restraint or seclusion at the facility.

Detaining a Mental Health Patient

( Texas Health and Safety Code, Section 573.021)

A peace officer, without a warrant, may take a person into custody, regardless of the age of the person, if the officer:

has reason to believe and does believe that:

the person is a person with mental illness; and

because of that mental illness there is a substantial risk of serious harm to the person or to others unless they are immediately restrained; and

believes that there is not sufficient time to obtain a warrant before taking the person into custody.

A peace officer who takes a person into custody must immediately:

transport the person to:

the nearest appropriate inpatient mental health facility; or

a mental health facility deemed suitable by the LMHA, if an appropriate inpatient mental health facility is not available; or

transfer the person to emergency medical services personnel of an emergency medical services provider.

A jail or similar detention facility may not be deemed suitable except in an extreme emergency.

A physician shall examine the person as soon as possible within 12 hours after the time the person is brought into a facility by the peace officer or transported for emergency detention by the person's guardian.

A person may be admitted to a facility for emergency detention only if the physician who conducted the preliminary examination of the person makes a written statement that:

is acceptable to the facility;

states that after a preliminary examination it is the physician's opinion that:

the person is a person with mental illness;

the person evidences a substantial risk of serious harm to themselves or to others;

the described risk of harm is imminent unless the person is immediately restrained; and

emergency detention is the least restrictive means by which the necessary restraint may be accomplished; and

includes:

a description of the nature of the person's mental illness

a specific description of the risk of harm the person evidences that may be demonstrated either by the person's behavior or by evidence of severe emotional distress and deterioration in the person's mental condition to the extent that the person cannot remain at liberty; and

the specific detailed information from which the physician formed the opinion.

A person transported by a peace officer for emergency detention, or detained will be released on completion of the preliminary examination unless the person is admitted to a facility.

This same individual has the right to:

a reasonable opportunity to communicate with and retain an attorney;

a reasonable opportunity to communicate with a relative or other responsible person who has a proper interest in the person's welfare;

be advised of the location of detention, the reasons for the detention, and the fact that the detention could result in a longer period of involuntary commitment;

be transported to a location if the person is not admitted for emergency detention, unless the person is arrested or objects;

be released from a facility; and

be advised that communications with a mental health professional may be used in proceedings for further detention.

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For emergencies where someone’s safety is at immediate risk.

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Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS)

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173 Wildcat Dr.

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State of Texas, DFPS, Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, HHSC

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Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS)

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The mission of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is to protect the unprotected -- children, elderly, and people with disabilities -- from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

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Dial 988 or

(800)273-8255 or (800)273-TALK

Provides free and confidential support for people in distress

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Provides assistance for LGBTQ+ youth

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Introduction and Assessing Prior Knowledge

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Introduction and Assessing Prior Knowledge

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This discussion was a great starting point in getting an idea as to which profession to try to focus on for the future. It also proved to be a great way to connect with and learn from others aspiring to help in the mental health field.

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Reference Guide for Mental Health Disorders

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Reference Guide for Mental Health Disorders

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This assignment was a great opportunity to engage in detailed research regarding some mental health disorders. It helped me find the DSM5-TR again and it proved to be a great asset to complete this reference guide. I expect this reference guide to help me throughout the course of my program and in my future profession, where ever I end up. Just like the padlet in its entirety, I will take this reference guide with me.

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This part of the assignment was very interesting and I leaned a lot about mental health and the criminal justice system. I learned that trauma has a huge role in people’s lives, how they deal with their situations, and sadly if not acknowledged, how they end up.

This was extremely similar to what my future role as a crime victim advocate would entail. Similar to the defense attorneys in Murder to Mercy: The Cyntoia Brown Story, advocating for victims of crime, regardless if they themselves are offenders, is what a CVA would strive to be.

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Psychological First Aid Online Certificate

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Psychological First Aid Online Certificate

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I learned a lot of great and valuable information in completing this course. I really enjoyed the opportunity to test out my knowledge and apply it to a test scenario.

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I love how much information this guide provides. I will definitely keep this in the long run as it applies directly to work as a crime victims advocate. The main objective, as I have understood, of a CVA is to efficiently provide psychological first aid.

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Provides support groups, resources, and news and events information.

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Provides support groups, resources, and news and events information.

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National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) - Transforming the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses

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The Division of Intramural Research Programs (IRP) is the internal research division of the NIMH. Over 40 research groups conduct basic neuroscience research and clinical investigations of mental illnesses, brain function, and behavior at the NIH campus in Bethesda, Maryland. Learn more about research conducted at NIMH.

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Mental Health America is the nation’s leading national nonprofit dedicated to the promotion of mental health, well-being, and condition prevention.

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I believe this is a great source of information to use for PFA and developing a crisis management plan.

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This was a great way to learn about collaborating with others in an online format and getting over the barriers of day to day life and each other’s priorities.

I also learned a lot from mine and their research done on this topic that I can apply to my future work as a crime victims advocate such as communication protocols, referral processes, and community training.

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Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Title 1 Chapter 56A Rights of Crime Victims

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Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Title 1 Chapter 56A Rights of Crime Victims

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Focusing on becoming a crime victims advocate, it is important to know and truly familiarize oneself with the rights of victims.

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TDCJ Victims Services Division Crime Victim Assistance Standards

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TDCJ Victims Services Division Crime Victim Assistance Standards

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This source helped to familiarize myself with the duties of crime victim liaisons within law enforcement agencies and led me to find the section about crime victim’s rights in the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.

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Victim Services and Victims Rights Elevating Victims Voices at a Critical Time Best Practices Guide

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Victim Services and Victims Rights Elevating Victims Voices at a Critical Time Best Practices Guide

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Similar to the TDCJ Victim Services Division Crime Victim Assistance Standards, this best practices guide served me well to truly understanding the scope of practice.

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National Organization for Victim Advocacy

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National Organization for Victim Advocacy

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”At NOVA, we train advocates and crisis responders so they can provide effective and compassionate victim assistance.”

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National Organization for Victim Advocacy A Community for Advocates Join Us Leading the Nation in Victim Services and Crisis Response Since 1975 At NOVA, we train advocates and crisis responders so they can provide effective and compassionate victim assistance. We offer credentialing to ensure those working directly with crime victims meet and maintain the highest […]

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Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

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Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

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Contains helpful information not only for diagnosing but understanding mental disorders.

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Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.

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Contains helpful information on the different types of trauma.

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Trauma-Informed Juvenile Justice Systems A Systematic Review of Definitions and Core Components

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Trauma-Informed Juvenile Justice Systems A Systematic Review of Definitions and Core Components

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Informative article connecting mental health (trauma) and the juvenile justice system. Useful for a CVA.

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Using multi agency multi professional collaboration to reduce serious violence and organized crime

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Using multi agency multi professional collaboration to reduce serious violence and organized crime

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Although not 100% relevant, I found a lot of this information useful in the collaborative process within a community to better protect and serve everyone to reduce violence.

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Although I did have a harder time completing this assignment I learned a lot from it. I was able to train myself regarding how to respond to a client in crisis. I found the resources provided in this unit especially helpful as they provided a way to apply certain methods to counseling.

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TRAUMALINKS ABCD Model of Crisis Intervention

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TRAUMALINKS ABCD Model of Crisis Intervention

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This was probably my favorite part of this unit as it provides “perfect” information and guidance on how to properly assist a client in crisis.

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This resource provided to us also helped me a lot during the course of this unit, especially this last assignment as it provided more in-depth information and helped me mold my approach to the case report.

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Best Practices Manual for Counseling Referrals

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Best Practices Manual for Counseling Referrals

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I am not 100% sure if this resource was found through independent research or if it was provided to me in another course. However, I found it extremely helpful for handling referrals and how to help students in distress.

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Ethical Requirements within the Referral Process

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Ethical Requirements within the Referral Process

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Throughout the referral process it should be common knowledge to keep confidentiality at the top of the list. This means not only to not disclose any sensitive and confidential information with anyone that should not receive it, but also to keep any official information shared between two professionals to strictly what is required to avoid any ethical concerns that could arise.

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This document provides helpful information (legal information) regarding the rights of crime victims in regards to how their information is shared between professionals in all states.

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This is a very informational work from 1992 that highlights the need for a multicultural approach within the counseling profession and highlights the importance of its application for a uniform and ethical practice.

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Multicultural Guidelines An Ecological Approach to Context Identity and Intersectionality

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Multicultural Guidelines An Ecological Approach to Context Identity and Intersectionality

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This document provides a lot of great information regarding the importance of a multicultural approach in counseling. It is part of the Counselors for Social Justice resource guide. The Counselors for Social Justice is a national division of the American Counseling Association.

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Multicultural and Social Justice Counseling Competencies

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Multicultural and Social Justice Counseling Competencies

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This resource provides great information in the following topics regarding a multicultural approach: “(1) counselor self-awareness, (2) client worldview, (3) counseling relationship, and (4) counseling and advocacy interventions.”

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The Importance of Mental Health Awareness

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The Importance of Mental Health Awareness

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Found while browsing Canva and loved it. I think it would be great to have printed and displayed in my office.

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I found this infographic while working on my ABC Model assignment and I thought it was very helpful for any aspect of mental health. All these things work together and we must strive to stay healthy in all aspects because unfortunately, if one is down, then they all could be.