Using a Family Lens to Treat Youth with Co-Occurring Disorders

Grounded in a family therapy framework, this FREE 7-hour virtual training emphasizes the critical role of family systems in both the development and resolution of complex behavioral health challenges. Co-occurring disorders among youth present unique clinical and systemic challenges, often leading to fragmented care, poor engagement, and suboptimal outcomes. This training addresses these challenges by providing an integrated, evidence-informed approach that aligns assessment, engagement, and intervention strategies within a cohesive family-centered model.

This training is intended for family therapists/clinicians, clinical case managers, substance use counselors, supervisors, program managers, and child welfare and juvenile justice professionals.

5.50 Social Work CEUs

Trainers:
Marta Anderson, LCSW, & Catie Boatwright Borde, MA, FFT Partners

Marta Anderson is the Director of Implementation and Quality Assurance and a Senior Consultant with FFT Partners. With a decade of experience in Functional Family Therapy (FFT), she has developed expertise in clinical practice, program management, and implementation science. Marta has managed multiple FFT programs, serving over 2,000 families annually, and has a deep understanding of what is required to implement FFT across various contexts, cultures, and locations. She co-authored Functional Family Therapy: An evolving evidence-based treatment for contemporary family issues. Marta’s background in social services, combined with her clinical and management experience, positions her to support FFT implementation at all levels.

Catie Boatwright Borde is a senior clinical leader with 14+ years of experience overseeing evidence-based family therapy programs within complex court-involved, child welfare, and community mental health systems. Extensive expertise in Functional Family Therapy (FFT), clinician training, program development, and outcomes-driven supervision. Recognized for strengthening model fidelity, improving public safety outcomes, and leading multidisciplinary teams across criminal justice and behavioral
health systems.

• Identify co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in youth.
• Analyze the role of family dynamics in the development and maintenance of co-occurring challenges.
• Apply engagement strategies with high-risk youth and families.
• Demonstrate systemic case conceptualization.
• Utilize family-based interventions to address substance use and mental health needs.
• Address barriers such as resistance, denial, and relapse.
• Integrate culturally responsive and strengths-based practices into care.

This training is funded by the State of New Mexico’s Children, Youth, and Families Department and Health Care Authority, Behavioral Health Services Division.