Substance Misuse Prevention for Youth with ACES

This presentation explores the critical role substance misuse prevention can play when working with youth with identified ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences). Providing substance misuse prevention services to youth with ACES, can help the youth develop protective factors that may prevent them from engaging in substance misuse to cope with their situation. This presentation highlights who to partner with to ensure success for youth, and how to start conversations. Participants should come away with a basic understanding and game plan for how to move forward.

About Our Presenter:

Kelli is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCAS, Certified Prevention Specialist, and co-owner of Community Prevention Services in Jacksonville, NC. With 24 years in prevention work, she focuses on issues like underage drinking, vaping, and opioid misuse in Onslow and Carteret Counties. She serves on the NC Commission for Mental Health and several local committees, including the Onslow JCPC and Opioid Overdose Fatality Review Committee.

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