Both clinical and population-based studies have found higher rates of intimate partner violence (IPV) among people who experience psychiatric disabilities. At the same time, experiencing any type of psychiatric condition creates unique risks for survivors of IPV, risks that are important to factor into prevention, crisis recovery, and treatment services. This webinar will provide an overview of research on the intersection of IPV and psychiatric disabilities; guidance on recognizing and responding to IPV during crisis; and practical strategies for addressing some of the unique risks faced by survivors of IPV in the context of mental health care.
Recorded webinar, non-interactive, self-paced distance learning activity with post-test.
This presentation was recorded on October 21, 2021.
Describe the multi-directional relationships between IPV and disabling psychiatric conditions.
Assess the potential presence of intimate partner violence in precipitating or exacerbating mental health crisis.
Actively collaborate with survivors of IPV to develop individualized, person-centered safety strategies in mental health crisis prevention and recovery planning, including IPV-informed psychiatric advance directives.
Psychiatrist, Physician (Non-Psychiatric), Physician Assistant, Pharmacist, Psychologist, Counselor/Therapist, Social Worker, Peer Specialist
Introductory, Intermediate
Estimate Time to Complete
Estimated Duration: 1.0 hour
Program Start Date: July 30, 2025
Program End Date: July 30, 2028
Ongoing Interdisciplinary Discussion Board
After completing the course, engage with colleagues in the mental health field through the Webinar Roundtable Topics discussion board. This is an easy way to network and share ideas with other clinicians who participate in this webinar. Access through the discussion tab.
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Continuing Education Credit
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The APA designates this live event for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurses/Nurse Practitioners
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Faculty and Planner Disclosures
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Gabriela Zapata-Alma, LCSW, CADC, is the Director of Policy and Practice on Domestic Violence and Substance Use at the National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma & Mental Health, as well as faculty at The University of Chicago, where they coordinate the Advanced Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor certification program at the School of Social Service Administration. Gabriela brings over 15 years of experience supporting people impacted by trauma, violence, mental health conditions, substance use disorders, housing instability, and HIV/AIDS; providing bilingual and bicultural counseling, training, advocacy, and policy consultation; and leading programs using trauma-informed approaches, Motivational Interviewing, harm reduction, gender-responsive care, Housing First, and third-wave behavioral interventions. Gabriela has been recognized with numerous awards, including Health & Medicine Policy Research Group’s 2018 Health Award, and the 2017 Rising Star Award from the Illinois chapter of the National Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC). Gabriela reports no financial relationships with commercial interests.
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Teri Brister, PhD, LPC, National Alliance on Mental Illness. Reports no financial relationships with commercial interests.
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Donna Rolin, PhD, APRN, University of Texas at Austin. Reports no financial relationships with commercial interests.
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