New! Join us for a 1-day webinar training on Lisa Najavits' new model, Creating Change: A Past-Focused Treatment for Trauma and Addiction, hosted by Treatment Innovations. This training is open to anyone and no prior background is needed.

About Creating Change. Creating Change is an evidence-based past-focused model for trauma, addiction or both (whereas Seeking Safety is a present-focused model). The models can be used together or separately; each is independent of the other. But they are highly complementary: they have the same format and compassionate tone, and both can be conducted in individual or group format by any provider with a very broad range of clients. They are both designed from a public health standpoint to be highly accessible, flexible, and engaging. Creating Change has 23 treatment topics to help clients explore their past, such as Honor Your Survival; Break the Silence; Understand Memory; Identify Influences (Family, Community, Culture); Knowing and Not Knowing; Balance Dark and Light; and What You Want People to Understand. Learn more about Creating Change here, and see also the webinar outline. The webinar is highly interactive with a variety of clinical exercises.

Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 10AM - 5PM Eastern Time [please note time and timezone]

​Location: Online via Zoom

Schedule:  Training 10:00AM - 5:00PM Eastern Time, includes a 30 minute lunch break starting at 1:00 PM Eastern Time and two 15-minute breaks, one in the morning, another in the afternoon.

Objectives:

1. To identify the use of past- versus present-focused counseling.

2. To describe the key features and clinical implementation of the Creating Change model.

3. To explore how Creating Change can be used in conjunction with other treatments.

4. To discuss counselor self-care when conducting a past-focused model.

5. To address how the model can be adapted for various populations and settings. 

Cost

$145 is to register one person for the training plus receive an attendance certificate. Optional items you can add are CEs and the Seeking Safety book either hard copy or electronic (PDF) or other books we offer.

If you are registering multiple people, Add to Cart as many as will be attending. Each person requires a separate registration and needs to attend from a separate computer; it's not allowed to do one registration and have two or more people at the same computer. If you register anyone other than yourself, it's essential to list the attendee(s) names and emails in Notes to Seller when you check out, or you can email that information to [email protected] immediately after placing the order (but at least 24 hours prior to the training). If we don't have their names and emails we can't send them a Zoom link.

After people register, there's a $10 fee to change the attendee or date of training. See the end of this listing for how to do that. The transfer payment and information must be completed at least 12 hours before the training start time.

If someone no-shows or attends less than the full day we can offer that person a future webinar at half cost.

Sorry there are no discounts.

If you want to train a large number of people (20 or more) you may want to consider a closed training just for your agency. See our Training page for more on that.

Deadline. Online registration is accepted until an hour before the training start time. We have plenty of space so no need to reserve a seat. Purchase orders (POs) and checks need to arrive 2 days ahead-- but if you email and say "pretty please" we will work with you if you're up against the clock.

Please read below-- we want you to have a great experience!

Handouts. These will be emailed a week ahead of the training and will be listed in the chat the morning of the training. Want to see them ahead? Super!-- they're here. 

Technology. There will be fun training exercises throughout the day in breakout rooms. Be sure to verify your time zone and technology issues ahead (wifi, connection speed, device). We love ya but can't be responsible for these. We don't require webcams on, but people like to see your smiling face if you're willing. Dress sharp! -- or at least not in pajamas :)

Zoom

a. We send each person's Zoom link only to that individual within a week of the training date (or, if registered less than a week in advance, it's sent at least 1 day prior to the training). We also resend it a few hours before the training start time. See point 'f' below for important instructions if you're registering someone else.

b. Your link is unique (just like you!) and we use it to track attendance. "Sharing is caring" except when it comes to Zoom links (it's unethical to share your link with anyone; if shared, neither person will receive a certificate).

c. If you don't receive your Zoom link you know the drill-- check your spam, see if it'sin another email address you use, etc. If you still can't find it, contact us at least 24 hours before the training but the sooner the better. Be sure to read the refund / cancelation policy below now, not after missing the training.

d. If you type your email address incorrectly or your system blocks our email, it will bounce back and you won't receive your Zoom link and other information we send. We also can't open encrypted emails due to security. Please check that you have received the Zoom link in advance so we can assist. Sorry but we can't be responsible if your email bounces or can't be opened.

e. Know that we will do everything we can to help with issues, but if you wait until the last minute you may not be able to access the full training.

f. If you're registering someone else, also read these important points

Remember, we need to receive the full name and email address of the attendee(s) at least 24 hours in advance.

We send the Zoom link and information only to the actual attendees; we can't copy you on those emails as they are automated. If you're unsure whether your staff have received their links please contact them directly. If they haven't, ask them to email us to resolve it.

Please ensure your attendees understand the no-show / attendance policies listed below. Really-- we want everyone to be happy so make sure they know!

Books 

1. Creating Change is available in paperback or ebook, and is needed for each person who will conduct the model (per the publisher). But it's not required at the training as we offer PDF handouts for the training itself. You can obtain a discounted Creating Change book if ordered as part of registration.

2. You can also order a discounted Finding Your Best Self paperback or ebook, Seeking Safety paperback or ebook, and/or the Seeking Safety Adolescent Toolkit (the latter is paperback only).

3. No books can be shared (each is for one person only), and they can't be uploaded to any website, online drive, etc. The materials also can't be adapted, translated, or redistributed without advance written permission. Thanks for respecting copyright and honoring our work.

4. Note shipping times.

5. The cost listed is for shipping within the U.S. or Canada. For any other international address, we may need to add a small upcharge; email us to inquire.

6. FOR ALL BOOKS: You have to enter your billing address and a mailing address-- please ensure the mailing address is accurate!

Attendance certificates/CEs. Click here for the CE types we offer and see our CE information page for more. Please note that we can't issue refunds for CEs for any reason; and can only provide certificates to those who use their unique Zoom link, attend the full training, don’t share their link, and can be identified on the automated Zoom attendance report. Sorry, no exceptions, regardless of reason (much as we’d want to!); we’re subject to audit for all certificates. Certificates are emailed within 9 business days of the training unless the stars align and we can send them earlier.

Payment is simplest via credit card on this website (note: your credit card statement will list "Treatment Innovations" -- that's us!). Or you can pay by check or institutional purchase order.

Refunds, no-shows, exchanges. Sorry, no refunds-- think of it like a ticket to a rock concert; if you don’t show, Taylor Swift won’t refund you. But we want you to be happy! So...

You can transfer the registration to another date and/or person for a $10 fee if we receive it at least 12 hours prior to the training start time. It can be done with this link. Email or list in your order (at check-out) the training date you want and the name/email/phone of the person you’re transferring the seat to (if it’s not you). 

If you no-show the event (regardless of reason), or attend late, we can offer you a future webinar at half the usual cost. Email us your receipt or other proof of registration, and we'll email you a link for the half price. Be sure to let us know the future training date you want and name/email/phone of the person who will attend, if it’s not you.

Questions or problems. We want to help! Email is best and gets the quickest reply-- contact [email protected]. You can use 617-299-1640 for text or phone but 99% of issues are resolved by email as we need to look up your information. Also please don’t wait til the last minute as you may not be able to access the full training.

Feedback. We want to know! Share comments on on our online form or email [email protected] with comments. We listen to all feedback.

Enjoy! We hope you have a great training experience!