Resources for Therapists & Mental Health Providers

Helping the Helpers

At VTCPAP, we support medical providers in screening, assessing, and connecting pediatric and perinatal patients with effective mental health treatment. Our primary goal is to facilitate access to critical mental health services.


We are committed to supporting Vermont's mental health providers through targeted training and professional development. By investing in provider education and support, we enhance the quality of care for children, families, and perinatal people.



Note: Our phone consultation line is currently available only to pediatric and perinatal providers. However, we offer multiple avenues for connecting and supporting mental health clinicians.

Quarterly Newsletter

VTCPAP offers a quarterly newsletter for mental health providers and care coordinators housed in medical practices. The goal is to share resources, information, and training opportunities.  Sign Up today to receive this newsletter.

Resource for Group Work

Are you interested in starting therapeutic groups for kids? Are you not sure where to start with developing training materials? Check out the Trails to Wellness website that offers free, open source materials. This resource is recommended by a local pediatric practice experienced in offering excellent therapeutic groups to patients and their caregivers. 

Therapist Referral Sign Up

VTCPAP is always looking for strong clinicians, using evidence-based modalities, for referral for kids, teens and their caregivers. We are especially interested in clinicians who accept insurance. Complete this form to join our referral community and connect with clients who need your expertise.

Vermont Counseling Network: Click here to access numerous resources for mental health providers and consider registering for the VCN directory for increased access to referrals.  VTCPAP uses the VCN website often, and this is a great resource for trainings, connection to other providers, and referrals.

REACH Institute Child/Adolescent Training in Evidence-Based Psychotherapies (CAITE)

Treatment for Disruptive Behavior Disorders

Disruptive behavior disorders (DBDs), including Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Conduct Disorders (CD)s, can place a significant burden on families. The Treatment for Disruptive Behavior Disorders course will provide you with structured, evidence-based approaches to identifying, diagnosing, and treating DBDs in children and adolescents. You’ll learn how to empower caregivers and parents with practical, effective parenting strategies that promote positive behavior, improve family dynamics, and reduce conflict. You’ll also learn to teach children and teens critical self-regulation, problem solving, and social competence skills. By integrating these proven techniques into your practice, you’ll be prepared to support both children and parents in fostering lasting behavioral change.


When: Saturday August 2nd, 2025, 9:00AM - 5:00PM EST

Format: Virtual

CEU’s: 12 CEUs available upon completion 

Who It’s For: Mental health clinicians working with children and adolescents

Register Today!

VTCPAP Sponsored/Recommended Trainings

  • REACH Institute Child/Adolescent Training in Evidence-Based Psychotherapies (CAITE) Training: Treatment for Disruptive Behavior Disorders

    When: Full day training on Saturday, August 2nd, 2025, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST -- 12 CEUs available upon completion

    Overview: Disruptive behavior disorders (DBDs), including Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Conduct Disorders (CD)s, can place a significant burden on families. The Treatment for Disruptive Behavior Disorders course will provide you with structured, evidence-based approaches to identifying, diagnosing, and treating DBDs in children and adolescents. You’ll learn how to empower caregivers and parents with practical, effective parenting strategies that promote positive behavior, improve family dynamics, and reduce conflict. You’ll also learn to teach children and teens critical self-regulation, problem solving, and social competence skills. By integrating these proven techniques into your practice, you’ll be prepared to support both children and parents in fostering lasting behavioral change. 

    Register Today!


  • Advanced Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) Training for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

    VTCPAP is partnering with OCD New Hampshire to offer a FREE Advanced Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) Training for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)


    Date: September 11th and 12th

    Time:  9:00AM – 4:30PM EST

    Virtual Training: a zoom link will be provided to attendees

    Cost: FREE

    CEUs: 12


    VTCPAP is thrilled to partner with OCD NH Executive Board Members Jeanette Nogales, LCMHC and David Bradley, Ph.D. to offer a two-day virtual workshop on Advanced Topics in Exposure and Response Prevention. The goal of this training is to enhance knowledge and skills related to conducting exposure and response prevention.


    This specialized training equips mental health professionals with advanced theoretical frameworks and practical skills for treating OCD. Participants will master ERP techniques across diverse presentations, learn to integrate ACT approaches, address family accommodation, and adapt interventions for complex cases. Through case examples and interactive activities, attendees will develop the confidence and competence to deliver effective, evidence-based OCD treatment.  Apply Today!

  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (CBT-AR)

    Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (CBT-AR)


    This training will be offered by the Academy for Eating Disorders in partnership with the Vermont Consultation & Psychiatry Access Program.


    Date: September 24-25, 2025

    Time: 12:00 - 4:00 EST daily

    Virtual Training: a zoom link will be provided to attendees

    Cost: FREE

    CEUs: 8 CEUs 


    Space is limited. VTCPAP has sponsored 6 slots in this training cohort. We will prioritize applicants who serve children, youth and caregivers in their practice, and who accept insurance in order to maximize the impact of this training. 


    VTCPAP is thrilled to partner with the Academy for Eating Disorders to offer this training on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder.  


    VTCPAP has sponsored 6 non-member slots in this training cohort for Vermont-based providers. The goal of this training is to promote knowledge of and comfort in treating ARFID and to increase access to ARFID treatment for children and families in Vermont.


    Apply today!


    Note: while we only have 6 slots available for this training, we plan to run another, larger ARFID training in 2026. We’ll keep a waitlist for that training of anyone who is not able to get into this training. 


  • CAMS Community of Practice: CAMS & Substance Use

    • During this training event Dr. Kevin Crowley will discuss strategies for using the Collaborative Assessment & Management of Suicidality Model when the client also has a substance use disorder. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss their own challenging CAMS cases and receive consultation from Dr. Crowley.
    • Location: Virtual event
    • Date and time: Fri, Jun 13, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Organizer: Mary McQuiggan, (802) 262-1303, marym@vpqhc.org
    • Register today!

  • Foundations of CBT for Psychosis

    This 4-hour virtual workshop will provide an introductory overview to the foundations of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for psychosis (CBTp). It will provide an introduction to CBT, explore how this approach is applied to working with individuals with both long-standing and early psychosis, and introduce key CBTp skills. The format of the workshop will include didactics, breakout groups for clinical discussion, clinical case presentation and experiential exercises.  


    When: June 11, 2025, 12:00 - 4:00

    Cost: $75


    Register today!

  • CAMS Community of Practice: CAMS & Substance Use

    During this training event Dr. Kevin Crowley will discuss strategies for using the Collaborative Assessment & Management of Suicidality Model when the client also has a substance use disorder. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss their own challenging CAMS cases and receive consultation from Dr. Crowley.


    Location: Virtual event

    Date and time: Fri, Jun 13, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

    Organizer: Mary McQuiggan, (802) 262-1303, marym@vpqhc.org


    Register Today!

  • Building Solidarity with LGBTQ+ Youth

    • This is a $10, self-paced training created by Outright VT for, "adults who work with LGBTQ+ youth, like teachers in schools and professionals in youth-facing organizations." The aim of the training is to share "best practices for working with LGBTQ+ youth," and teach "strategies for solidarity with young people."

  • Mental Health Webinars & Courses

    • Access this library of FREE webinars from McLean/Mass General on a variety of mental health topics.

  • Trauma-Focused CBT

    • There is a self-paced, online TF-CBT training available through the Medical University of South Carolina.  This training is endorsed by the Allegheny Health Network, Rowan Medicine Cares Institute, and the National Child Traumatic Stress Network. The cost for this training is just $35. 

  • Heroes of Hope: Suicide Prevention Course 2024

    • Available online through McLean Hospital, check out this dynamic course designed to empower health care, educational, and industry professionals with the essential skills to reduce suicide and respond effectively in its aftermath."

  • VT Suicide Prevention Center Trainings

  • Facing Suicide VT Trainings

  • Evidence-Based Treatments for Suicide Prevention

  • F.E.A.S.T Webinars

  • Vermont Program for Quality in Health Care

  • NOCD Academy

    • NOCD Academy offers a library of live and archived webinars related to the treatment of OCD. Many are FREE and offer continuing education credits. 

  • Austen Riggs Center

    • Check out this library of trainings from the Austen Riggs Center, including FREE trainings for social workers. 

  • Perinatal Substance Use Disorders 101

    • Click here to access a recording of the Perinatal Substance Use Disorders 101 training from PSI and the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health. 

  • DBT Skills to Help Youth Manage Emotions and Build Resiliency

  • Mentalizing and Mentalization-Based Treatment with Adults (MBT Adult): An introduction

    • Offered by Anna Freud: this self-guided online training will introduce participants to mentalizing and mentalization based treatment for adults. It will cover the theory of mentalization and its relevance to work with adults to provide learners with a foundation for developing their skills in using a mentalizing approach.

  • Clinician Training for Borderline Personality Disorder

    • Offered by Mass General/McClean, this series of trainings include dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), general psychiatric management (GPM), mentalization-based treatment (MBT)—offered in conjunction with the Anna Freud Centre for Children and Families, and transference-focused psychotherapy (TFP)—offered in conjunction with TFP-New York.

  • Problem Gambling Training Series

    • FREE training on Problem Gambling: "You are invited to join problem gambling expert Dr. Lori Rugle for a summer lunchtime series designed to deepen your clinical skills. Earn free CEUs and take a deep dive into advanced topics impacting your clients. These training courses are available at no cost for providers who live or work in Vermont. " Learn More

  • Upcoming Zero to Three IECMH trainings

    The Vermont Department of Mental Health is pleased to sponsor a three-part Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) training series presented by Zero to Three. This series launched last week at the annual CIS Institute with The Psychology of Pregnancy and Early Parenthood. Read on for more information about the upcoming trainings.



    Neurorelational Development Webinar


    🗓 June 26, 2025 | 12:00–1:30 PM

    Audience: IECMH clinicians and professionals from related fields who support young children and families

    🔗 Register Here


    DC:0–5 Clinical Training (2 day, In-Person)


     

    🗓 July 22–23, 2025 | 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

    📍 Waterbury State Office Complex


    The DC 0-5 manual is required for this training, more info on this below.

    Audience: This training is limited to advanced practitioners including mental health clinicians, psychiatrists, pediatricians, nurse practitioners, and early intervention specialists that are involved in assessment, diagnosis, and case formulation.

    🔗 Register Here