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Webinar: Using Motivational Interviewing & Goal Setting to Support a Tobacco- and Nicotine-Free Lifestyle

Presenters: Bonnie Alper, MCHES, CPAHA & Edward J. Perka, Jr., CASAC, NCNTT of MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence Description: This 1-hour webinar equips participants with practical skills in Motivational Interviewing (MI) and goal setting to effectively support individuals pursuing a tobacco- and nicotine-free lifestyle. Participants will explore why MI is a powerful, person-centered approach for guiding people through the stages of change with empathy and purpose. The session builds confidence in using essential OARS communication skills -open-ended questions, affirmations, reflections, and summarization-to help individuals explore their motivations for healthy change. This webinar also introduces strategies for helping individuals set realistic, attainable goals that promote incremental progress and long-term success.  

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Health Systems Addressing Tobacco Use Among Patients

Description This 90-minute virtual training will explore how health systems can effectively address tobacco use among patients by incorporating screening, brief intervention, referral pathways, and follow-up into routine clinical care.  Participants will explore evidence-based strategies for optimizing workflows, strengthening documentation, practices, and ensuring staff competency. The session will also provide an overview of the Maine QuitLink referral process and available treatment services. Registration closes June 1, 2026 @ 12pm 1.25 CME/CEU Credit available with attendance of training

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Tobacco Treatment Groups as a Healing Process: Exploring the Possibilities

Presenter: Edward J. Perka Jr., CASAC, NCNTT, MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence $50 for Maine Residents    $75 for Non-Maine Residents Description A group is a shared therapeutic experience facilitated by a trained professional in which participants work together around common concerns. Group treatment is a collaborative form of healing that focuses on concerns shared by group members. Providing evidence-based tobacco treatment in a group setting is an effective way to help people stop smoking or using other forms of tobacco.  Group treatment can…

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