To increase access to competency-informed trainings, the Alliance developed an online site as a resource for AIMHs and the workforce. The goal is for this site to serve as a ‘one-stop-shop’ resource for AIMHs and the workforce. The site features asynchronous trainings, webinars, in-person options from a variety of AIMHs. The site will be updated on a quarterly basis, so be sure to check back regularly! If you would like a training to be featured, please complete the form found HERE.
All are welcome to use the training hub site as a way to find resourceful trainings! Please be sure to view and share the training hub site. For more information, please email kjackson@allianceaimh.org or kdieffenbaugher@allianceaimh.org.
Refill and Reflect
Refill & Reflect is a relaxed, supportive space for child welfare professionals to pause, breathe, and talk honestly about the work we do. This job asks us to carry heavy stories, navigate tough systems, and keep showing up—often without much time to process any of it.
Whether you’re dealing with a hard case, celebrating a small win, or just feeling worn down, you’re welcome here. Come as you are. Bring your lunch, refill your coffee, and connect with others who get it.
This is a chance to reconnect with why you do this work—and hopefully leave feeling a little more supported, grounded, and filled back up.
No pressure. No fixing. Just space to reflect, feel supported, and reconnect.
Refill your cup. Reflect on your impact.
Endorsement 101
Title: Endorsement 101
Date: March 12, 2026
Time: 10am CST/ 11am EST
Description: This is an introductory session tailored toward those interested in applying for Infant Mental Health Endorsement® or the Early Childhood Mental Health Endorsement®. Participants will learn more about the categories of Endorsement, requirements for each category, and the process for applying for Endorsement in Tennessee.
Presenter(s): Brittany Bowman, B.A, ECMH-E®
TN IECMH ECHO for Doulas: A Father’s Perspective
TN IECMH ECHO for Doulas: Support for Migrant Families
Date: March 16, 2026
Time: 12:00pm CST / 1:00pm EST
Description:
Come together for a brief presentation followed by collaborative opportunities to discuss the important role that fathers play in families and how we can best support them and the little ones they love.
This virtual community is open to doulas in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
Preparedness for Emergency Response in Tennessee Toolkit (PERTT): An Early Relational Approach
Preparedness for Emergency Response in Tennessee Toolkit (PERTT): An Early Relational Approach
Date: March 23rd 2026
Time: 10 AM - 11:30 AM CST
Speaker: Hannah Hanratta
Description: Emergency Response Toolkit: Putting Prepare into Practice, is a three-part series. This training will be part one of three, digging deeper into AIMHiTN’s Emergency Response Toolkit. This part will focus on the first pillar, Preparation, of the toolkit. The training will highlight enhancing foster parents understanding of how emergencies can impact infant and early childhood mental health. Foster parents will practice what an early relational approach to emergency preparedness may look like through break out room scenarios. Additionally, will utilize the toolkit to prepare foster parents and families for emergencies and/or natural disasters, as we aim to support the children and families in our community.
Midday Moments
The goal of reflective spaces is for participants to feel seen, heard, and understood. These sessions offer a space to pause, slow down, and process the complex emotions that come with parenting children who have experienced adversity in early childhood. Reflection is a core component of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health principles. Those who engage in reflection often report feeling more grounded, protected against burnout, and reconnected to the heart of their work.
Take a break from the weight of foster parenting, and join us in a supportive space just for you. This is a place to process it all—the challenges, the victories, and everything in between.
Whether you need to talk about the hard moments, share stories of hope, or simply be heard, you’re not alone here. Bring your lunch, refill your coffee or tea, and give yourself the gift of reflection, connection, and renewal. Take a breath. Take a pause. These are your Midday Moments. Because the work is hard, but you don’t have to carry it alone.
FAN Training
FAN Training Registration
Please join us for a two-day Facilitated Attuned Interactions (FAN) training for child welfare professionals in Tennessee.
March 30th and 31st, 2026 | 8:30am to 3:30pm CST
Location: Middle Tennessee State University
(503 E. Bell St. Murfreesboro, TN)
This is a two day, in person workshop. Attendance is required for both days. Facilitating Attuned Interactions is a model from the Erikson Institute that promotes self-awareness of providers and increased attunement to caregivers that results in improved professional/parent relationships and improved service recipient outcomes. FAN has been a core framework for pediatricians, mental health clinicians, foster parents, home visitors, and child welfare professionals across the US. The model emphasizes slowing down interactions with service recipients to increase focus on relationships, which has been shown through research to decrease the amount of time for families to reach their identified goals. FAN is a huge asset to a number of TN's workforce sectors, and we're so excited to bring this opportunity to child welfare.
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Session
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: A Father’s Perspective
Date: April 6, 2026
Time: 10am CST / 11am EST
Description:
Come together for a brief presentation followed by collaborative opportunities to discuss best practice, difficult situations, and how we can best support each other while serving caregivers and the little ones they love.
Whether you’re new to home visiting or bring years of experience, come with your knowledge and experience to share and leave with fresh insights, space to reflect, and practical strategies to help every participant feel seen, supported, and genuinely welcomed.
This virtual community is open to ALL home visitors in Tennessee!
TN IECMH ECHO Doula: Reflective Space
Title: TN IECMH ECHO Doula Reflective Space
Date: April 6, 2026
Time: 12-1pm CST/1- 2pm EST
Description: A space for intentional reflection and connection based both the content from the previous ECHO Training and any matter that a doula may choose to bring forward from their work.
This virtual community is open to doulas in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
Refill and Reflect
Refill & Reflect is a relaxed, supportive space for child welfare professionals to pause, breathe, and talk honestly about the work we do. This job asks us to carry heavy stories, navigate tough systems, and keep showing up—often without much time to process any of it.
Whether you’re dealing with a hard case, celebrating a small win, or just feeling worn down, you’re welcome here. Come as you are. Bring your lunch, refill your coffee, and connect with others who get it.
This is a chance to reconnect with why you do this work—and hopefully leave feeling a little more supported, grounded, and filled back up.
No pressure. No fixing. Just space to reflect, feel supported, and reconnect.
Refill your cup. Reflect on your impact.
Endorsement 101
Title: Endorsement 101
Date: April 9, 2026
Time: 10am CST/ 11am EST
Description: This is an introductory session tailored toward those interested in applying for Infant Mental Health Endorsement® or the Early Childhood Mental Health Endorsement®. Participants will learn more about the categories of Endorsement, requirements for each category, and the process for applying for Endorsement in Tennessee.
Presenter(s): Brittany Bowman, B.A, ECMH-E®
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Session
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: A Father’s Perspective
Date: April 14, 2026
Time: 11:30am CST / 12:30pm EST
Description:
Come together for a brief presentation followed by collaborative opportunities to discuss best practice, difficult situations, and how we can best support each other while serving caregivers and the little ones they love.
Whether you’re new to home visiting or bring years of experience, come with your knowledge and experience to share and leave with fresh insights, space to reflect, and practical strategies to help every participant feel seen, supported, and genuinely welcomed.
This virtual community is open to ALL home visitors in Tennessee!
TN IECMH ECHO for Doulas
TN IECMH ECHO for Doulas: Support for Migrant Families
Date: April 20, 2026
Time: 12:00pm CST / 1:00pm EST
Come together for a brief presentation then discussion on how to honor birthing persons through doula support by way of holding space for cultural practices, norms, and customs throughout the perinatal period.
Presentation is followed by collaborative opportunities to discuss best practices and strategies regarding maternal and infant mental health, share feedback, and offer support.
This virtual community is open to and free for doulas in Tennessee!
Pre-registration required.
Midday Moments
The goal of reflective spaces is for participants to feel seen, heard, and understood. These sessions offer a space to pause, slow down, and process the complex emotions that come with parenting children who have experienced adversity in early childhood. Reflection is a core component of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health principles. Those who engage in reflection often report feeling more grounded, protected against burnout, and reconnected to the heart of their work.
Take a break from the weight of foster parenting, and join us in a supportive space just for you. This is a place to process it all—the challenges, the victories, and everything in between.
Whether you need to talk about the hard moments, share stories of hope, or simply be heard, you’re not alone here. Bring your lunch, refill your coffee or tea, and give yourself the gift of reflection, connection, and renewal. Take a breath. Take a pause. These are your Midday Moments. Because the work is hard, but you don’t have to carry it alone.
TN IECMH ECHO Doula: Reflective Space
Title: TN IECMH ECHO Doula Reflective Space
Date: April 6, 2026
Time: 12-1pm CST/1- 2pm EST
Description: A space for intentional reflection and connection based both the content from the previous ECHO Training and any matter that a doula may choose to bring forward from their work.
This virtual community is open to doulas in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Session
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: A Father’s Perspective
Date: March 10, 2026
Time: 11:30am CST / 12:30pm EST
Description:
Come together for a brief presentation followed by collaborative opportunities to discuss best practice, difficult situations, and how we can best support each other while serving caregivers and the little ones they love.
Whether you’re new to home visiting or bring years of experience, come with your knowledge and experience to share and leave with fresh insights, space to reflect, and practical strategies to help every participant feel seen, supported, and genuinely welcomed.
This virtual community is open to ALL home visitors in Tennessee!
TN IECMH ECHO Doula: Reflective Space
Title: TN IECMH ECHO Doula Reflective Space
Date: March 2rd, 2026
Time: 12-1pm CST/1- 2pm EST
Description: A space for intentional reflection and connection based both the content from the previous ECHO Training and any matter that a doula may choose to bring forward from their work.
This virtual community is open to doulas in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: A Father’s Perspective
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: A Father’s Perspective
Date: March 2, 2026
Time: 10am CST / 11am EST
Description:
Come together for a brief presentation followed by collaborative opportunities to discuss the important role that fathers play in families and how we can best support them and the little ones they love.
Whether you’re new to home visiting or bring years of experience, you’ll leave with fresh insights, space to reflect, and practical strategies to help every participant feel seen, supported, and genuinely welcomed.
This virtual community is open to ALL home visitors in Tennessee!
Presenter: Hunter Hancock, BSW, IMH-E®
Midday Moments
The goal of reflective spaces is for participants to feel seen, heard, and understood. These sessions offer a space to pause, slow down, and process the complex emotions that come with parenting children who have experienced adversity in early childhood. Reflection is a core component of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health principles. Those who engage in reflection often report feeling more grounded, protected against burnout, and reconnected to the heart of their work.
Take a break from the weight of foster parenting, and join us in a supportive space just for you. This is a place to process it all—the challenges, the victories, and everything in between.
Whether you need to talk about the hard moments, share stories of hope, or simply be heard, you’re not alone here. Bring your lunch, refill your coffee or tea, and give yourself the gift of reflection, connection, and renewal. Take a breath. Take a pause. These are your Midday Moments. Because the work is hard, but you don’t have to carry it alone.
TN IECMH ECHO for Doulas: Building Reflective Capacity
TN IECMH ECHO for Doulas: Support for Migrant Families
Date: February 23, 2026
Time: 12:00pm CST / 1:00pm EST
Description: Sometimes it feels like there is not enough time in the day to get everything done; the to-do list is endless. It seems impossible to slow down and reflect. In this session, we will discuss the benefits of building reflective capacity and ways to incorporate reflection into your daily work.
This virtual community is open to doulas in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Building Reflective Capacity in Home Visiting: Part 2
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Building Reflective Capacity in Home Visiting: Part 2
Date: February 23, 2026
Time: 10am CST / 11am EST
Description: Sometimes it feels like there is not enough time in the day to get everything done; the to-do list is endless. It seems impossible to slow down and reflect. In this session, we will discuss the benefits of building reflective capacity and ways to incorporate reflection into your daily work. In this two part series, we will examine reflective capacity in the home visitor and in the families we serve.
Whether you’re new to home visiting or bring years of experience, you’ll leave with fresh insights, space to reflect, and practical strategies to help every participant feel seen, supported, and genuinely welcomed.
This virtual community is open to ALL home visitors in Tennessee!
Presenter: Riann Proctor, LCSW, IECMH-E®
Endorsement 101
Title: Endorsement 101
Date: February 12, 2026
Time: 10am CST/ 11am EST
Description: This is an introductory session tailored toward those interested in applying for Infant Mental Health Endorsement® or the Early Childhood Mental Health Endorsement®. Participants will learn more about the categories of Endorsement, requirements for each category, and the process for applying for Endorsement in Tennessee.
Presenter(s): Brittany Bowman, B.A, ECMH-E®
Refill and Reflect
Refill & Reflect is a relaxed, supportive space for child welfare professionals to pause, breathe, and talk honestly about the work we do. This job asks us to carry heavy stories, navigate tough systems, and keep showing up—often without much time to process any of it.
Whether you’re dealing with a hard case, celebrating a small win, or just feeling worn down, you’re welcome here. Come as you are. Bring your lunch, refill your coffee, and connect with others who get it.
This is a chance to reconnect with why you do this work—and hopefully leave feeling a little more supported, grounded, and filled back up.
No pressure. No fixing. Just space to reflect, feel supported, and reconnect.
Refill your cup. Reflect on your impact.
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Building Reflective Capacity in Home Visiting: Part 1
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Building Reflective Capacity in Home Visiting: Part 1
Date: February 10, 2026
Time: 11:30am CST / 12:30pm EST
Description: Sometimes it feels like there is not enough time in the day to get everything done; the to-do list is endless. It seems impossible to slow down and reflect. In this session, we will discuss the benefits of building reflective capacity and ways to incorporate reflection into your daily work. In this two part series, we will examine reflective capacity in the home visitor and in the families we serve.
Whether you’re new to home visiting or bring years of experience, you’ll leave with fresh insights, space to reflect, and practical strategies to help every participant feel seen, supported, and genuinely welcomed.
This virtual community is open to ALL home visitors in Tennessee!
Presenter: Riann Proctor, LCSW, IECMH-E®
TN IECMH ECHO Doula: Reflective Space
Title: TN IECMH ECHO Doula Reflective Space
Date: March 3rd, 2024
Time: 12-1pm CST/1- 2pm EST
Description: Come together for a reflective space session, where doulas can experience ashared journey of knowledge enhancement, collective support, and professional collaboration!
This virtual community is open to doulas in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
TN IECMH ECHO for Doulas: Support for Migrant Families
TN IECMH ECHO for Doulas: Support for Migrant Families
Date: January 26, 2026
Time: 12:00pm CST / 1:00pm EST
Description: In this DOULA Echo Session, we will discuss what it's like to support birthing people in the most diverse square mile of America - Clarkston, Georgia, and how our person-centered approach is effective for the entire birth working community. Come engage with the Community Liaisons, the doulas, the childbirth educators, and the friends who walk alongside more than 150 pregnant refugee and immigrant women each year. Together, we will aim to come away with concrete ways we can center our clients in their care, regardless of language, or health belief differences.
This virtual community is open to doulas in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Empowering Change through Conversations: Motivational Interviewing for Home Visitors
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Ready, Set, Goals!
Date: January 12, 2026
Time: 10:00am CST / 11:00am EST
Description: This training supports evidence-based home visitors in strengthening goal-setting conversations with families using a collaborative, strengths-based approach. Participants will learn how to partner with caregivers to identify meaningful, family-driven goals while honoring autonomy, culture, and readiness for change. The session focuses on practical strategies for exploring ambivalence, evoking motivation, and translating priorities into achievable action steps.
This virtual community is open to all home visitors in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge, so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
Presenter: Mackenzie Mattingly, MSW, LCSW
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Ready, Set, Goals!
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Ready, Set, Goals!
Date: January 12, 2026
Time: 10:00am CST / 11:00am EST
Description: This training supports evidence-based home visitors in strengthening goal-setting conversations with families using a collaborative, strengths-based approach. Participants will learn how to partner with caregivers to identify meaningful, family-driven goals while honoring autonomy, culture, and readiness for change. The session focuses on practical strategies for exploring ambivalence, evoking motivation, and translating priorities into achievable action steps.
This virtual community is open to all home visitors in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge, so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
Presenter: Mackenzie Mattingly, MSW, LCSW
Endorsement 101
Title: Endorsement 101
Date: January 8, 2026
Time: 10am CST/ 11am EST
Description: This is an introductory session tailored toward those interested in applying for Infant Mental Health Endorsement® or the Early Childhood Mental Health Endorsement®. Participants will learn more about the categories of Endorsement, requirements for each category, and the process for applying for Endorsement in Tennessee.
Presenter(s): Brittany Bowman, B.A, ECMH-E®
TN IECMH ECHO for Doulas: Reflective Space
Title: TN IECMH ECHO for Doulas: Reflective Space
Date: January 5, 2026
Time: 12- 1pm CST / 1-2pm EST
Description: Join us for a reflective space to discuss last month’s ECHO presentation.
This virtual community is open to doulas in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
Endorsement 101
Title: Endorsement 101
Date: December 11th, 2025
Time: 10am CST/ 11am EST
Description: This is an introductory session tailored toward those interested in applying for Infant Mental Health Endorsement® or the Early Childhood Mental Health Endorsement®. Participants will learn more about the categories of Endorsement, requirements for each category, and the process for applying for Endorsement in Tennessee.
Presenter(s): Brittany Bowman, B.A, ECMH-E®
Midday Moments
Description: Take a break from the weight of foster parenting, and join us in a supportive space just for you.
This is a place to process it all—the challenges, the victories, and everything in between. Whether you need to talk about the hard moments, share stories of hope, or simply be heard, you’re not alone here.
Bring your lunch, refill your coffee or tea, and give yourself the gift of reflection, connection, and renewal.
Take a breath. Take a pause. These are your Midday Moments.
Because the work is hard, but you don’t have to carry it alone.
Presenters: Sarah Manley Judkins, MSW ECMH-E and Leah Tolbert LPC-MHSP(t)
Refill and Reflect
Refill and Reflect
Date: December 10th
Time: 11am -12pm CST / 12 pm - 1pm EST
Description: Working in child welfare means carrying complex stories, navigating heavy systems, and holding hope in hard places.
Refill and Reflect is a space created just for you—a chance to step away from the urgency, process the challenges and triumphs of your work, and connect with others who truly understand.
Whether you're wrestling with a tough case, celebrating a small victory, or simply need to be heard, this space welcomes it all.
Bring your lunch, refill your coffee or tea, and make room for what so often gets overlooked—your own reflection, your own care.
Refill your cup. Reflect on your impact. Reconnect with why you do this work.
Presenters: Sarah Manley Judkins, MSW ECMH-E and Leah Tolbert LPC-MHSP(t)
TN IECMH EBHV ECHO: End of Year Celebration: Joy Mapping & Refueling with Micro-Breaks
Title: TN IECMH EBHV ECHO: End of Year Celebration: Joy Mapping & Refueling with Micro-Breaks
Date: December 9, 2025
Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm CST / 12:30pm - 1:30pm EST
Description: This session will explore how joy mapping and micro-break activities can provide a sense of grounding for home visitors when facing challenging interactions. Participants will have an opportunity to practice the activities in session and leave empowered to implement them into self-care routines.
This virtual community is open to all home visitors in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge, so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
Presenter: Leah Tolbert, LPC-MHSP(t)
Darkness to Light
Join us for a special 2 hour special training event! Darkness to Light is a comprehensive program designed to equip adults with the skills to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. The training is based on The 5 Steps to Protecting Children and focuses on practical actions to reduce instances of child sexual abuse in organizations, families, and communities.
Presley Hosford is the Community Education Coordinator at the Rutherford County Child Advocacy Center, where she educates adults on how to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse in our communities. A passionate advocate for child and family well-being, Presley is a Certified Family Life Educator and holds a degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Middle Tennessee State University. Her dedication to this mission was recently recognized with the Hometown Hero Award in 2025—a testament to her impactful work and commitment to service. Driven by compassion and a deep commitment to education, Presley continues to be a force for positive change in the lives of children and families.
Introduction to HOPE: Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experience
Title: Introduction to HOPE: Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experience
Date: December 2, 2025
Time: 10am - 11am CST / 11am - 12pm EST
Description: Join us for practical guidance in implementing a strengths-based approach that identifies, celebrates, and promotes access to key Positive Childhood Experiences, critical to the health and thriving of all children. We will review the research behind Positive Childhood Experiences, how that research led to the development of the HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences) Framework, and what individuals can do to create a village that prioritizes access to the Four Building Blocks of HOPE to promote resilience for all children. Whether you’re a direct service provider, prevention partner, educator, or community organizer, come learn about how you can use the HOPE framework in the work you do to support the children and families in your community.
Presenter(s): Sarah Manley Judkins, MSW, ECMH-E® & Carly Hambrick, M.Ed., IMH-E®
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Overcoming Overwhelm: Leveraging the HOPE Framework in Challenging Home Visits
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Overcoming Overwhelm: Leveraging the HOPE Framework in Challenging Home Visits
Date: December 1, 2025
Time: 10:00am CST / 11:00am EST
Description: Participants will explore the key building blocks of the HOPE framework and their practical applications in challenging home visit scenarios. This session will have discussion to empower attendees in utilizing these essential tools effectively.
This virtual community is open to all home visitors in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge, so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
Presenter: Rachel Hanson, MS, CLC, IMH-E®
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Partnering with Interpreters: Best Practices for Effective and Respectful Communication
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Partnering with Interpreters: Best Practices for Effective and Respectful Communication
Date: November 18, 2025
Time: 11:30m CST / 12:30pm EST
Description: This training equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to work effectively with interpreters in family and community settings. Participants will learn the role and responsibilities of interpreters, explore best practices for scheduling and conducting interpreted sessions, and discover how to build trust and maintain confidentiality. Through real examples and reflective discussion, participants will identify common challenges—such as misinterpretation or limited interpreter availability—and explore practical solutions for fostering clarity, cultural responsiveness, and collaboration.
This virtual community is open to all home visitors in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge, so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
Presenter: Flor Abarca, BA, IECMH-E®
Neurobehavioral Functioning of Children Prenatally Exposed to Substances with an Emphasis on Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Friday, November 14, 2025
11:00am-12:30pm CT /12:00pm-1:30ET
Presented by Andrew Molnar, PhD, Pediatric Neuropsychologist, Vanderbilt Kennedy Center
Endorsement 101
Title: Endorsement 101
Date: November 6th, 2025
Time: 10am CST/ 11am EST
Description: This is an introductory session tailored toward those interested in applying for Infant Mental Health Endorsement® or the Early Childhood Mental Health Endorsement®. Participants will learn more about the categories of Endorsement, requirements for each category, and the process for applying for Endorsement in Tennessee.
Presenter(s): Brittany Bowman, B.A, ECMH-E®
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Supporting Families Through Childhood Behavioral Concerns: Strategies that Help (Part Two)
TN IECMH ECHO EBHV Training: Supporting Families Through Childhood Behavioral Concerns: Strategies That Help (Part Two)
Date: November 3, 2025
Time: 10:00am CST / 11:00am EST
Description: Rounding out our series, the Regional Intervention Program will wrap up with exploring the final 5-8 strategies combined with the continued conversation around creative ways you can individualize them to meet your needs. Moreover, we will end with briefly sharing resources to help support any families or children in your care.
This virtual community is open to all home visitors in Tennessee!
The ECHO platform is centered around sharing knowledge, so ALL are welcome whether you're new in the field or have 20+ years of experience!
Presenter: Ashley Jasinski, MS-CMHC, TF-CBT, I/ECMH-C
Refill and Reflect
Refill and Reflect
Date: October 29th
Time: 1 pm – 2 pm CST / 2 pm - 3 pm EST
Description: Working in child welfare means carrying complex stories, navigating heavy systems, and holding hope in hard places.
Refill and Reflect is a space created just for you—a chance to step away from the urgency, process the challenges and triumphs of your work, and connect with others who truly understand.
Whether you're wrestling with a tough case, celebrating a small victory, or simply need to be heard, this space welcomes it all.
Bring your lunch, refill your coffee or tea, and make room for what so often gets overlooked—your own reflection, your own care.
Refill your cup. Reflect on your impact. Reconnect with why you do this work.
Presenters: Sarah Manley Judkins, MSW ECMH-E
Midday Moments
Midday Moments
Date: October 29th
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Description: Take a break from the weight of foster parenting, and join us in a supportive space just for you.
This is a place to process it all—the challenges, the victories, and everything in between. Whether you need to talk about the hard moments, share stories of hope, or simply be heard, you’re not alone here.
Bring your lunch, refill your coffee or tea, and give yourself the gift of reflection, connection, and renewal.
Take a breath. Take a pause. These are your Midday Moments.
Because the work is hard, but you don’t have to carry it alone.
Presenters: Sarah Manley Judkins, MSW ECMH-E
STARS: Facilitating Attuned Interactions (FAN) Training
STARS: Facilitating Attuned Interactions (FAN) Training
Date: Oct 23rd & 24th, 2025
*Both days are required.
Time: 8:30- 3:30pmCST/ 9:30- 4:30pmEST
*This is a virtual training session. No recording will be allowed or provided.
Description: This is a training for Child Welfare workers and Foster Parents. Facilitating Attuned Interactions is a model from the Erikson Institute that promotes self-awareness of providers and increased attunement to caregivers that results in improved professional/parent relationships and improved service recipient outcomes. FAN has been a core framework for pediatricians, mental health clinicians, home visitors, and child welfare professionals across the US. The model emphasizes slowing down interactions with service recipients to increase focus on relationships, which has been shown through research to decrease the amount of time for families to reach their identified goals. FAN is a huge asset to a number of TN's workforce sectors, and we're so excited to bring this opportunity to child welfare.
Presenters:
Rachel Hanson, MS, CLC, IMH-E® & Hunter Hancock, BSW, IMH-E®
Endorsement 101
Title: Endorsement 101
Date: Oct 16th, 2025
Time: 10am CST/ 11am EST
Description: This is an introductory session tailored toward those interested in applying for Infant Mental Health Endorsement® or the Early Childhood Mental Health Endorsement®. Participants will learn more about the categories of Endorsement, requirements for each category, and the process for applying for Endorsement in Tennessee.
Presenter(s): Brittany Bowman, B.A, ECMH-E®