Purpose

The 7 Generations Behavioral Health Center of Excellence aims to develop and strengthen behavioral health agencies to better serve and advocate for tribal communities across the United States to improve health outcomes and reduce behavioral health disparities.

What We Do

The 7 Generations Behavioral Health Center of Excellence supports behavioral health professionals to provide culturally responsive, highly effective care for individuals, families and tribal communities through online and in-person training opportunities, community forums, downloadable resources and tailored technical assistance and program support.

We strive to improve futures for families and communities through policy and infrastructure advocacy aimed at improving behavioral health and wellbeing, and promoting flourishing.

Who We Are

The 7 Generations Behavioral Health Center of Excellence is led by the Southwest Institute for Research on Women (SIROW) at the University of Arizona.

We actively collaborate with community partners to develop innovative and dynamic training and technical assistance programs, policy institutes, and leadership academies aimed at improving behavioral health services and systems that serve tribal community members.

SIROW is committed to uplifting the voices of tribal communities. The work of the 7 Generations Behavioral Health Center of Excellence is guided by a National Steering Council and a Healers Circle comprised of tribal behavioral health experts, behavioral health providers, and people with lived expertise. 

Applications for the Pathways to Independent Practice learning academy are now open!
Are you a licensed behavioral health clinician serving tribal communities who is ready to launch or grow your independent practice? The Pathways to Independent Practice learning academy will offer information, resources, and tools to support clinicians as you navigate the transition to independent practice.
Participants will engage in interactive learning and dialogue focused on:
  • Translating clinical expertise into viable business models
  • Building operational, financial, and administrative infrastructure
  • Navigating common challenges in early independent practice
  • Identifying pathways for growth, diversification, and sustainability
  • Strengthening networks for peer support and mentorship
Travel support is available, and space is limited. Apply by July 20th to be considered for this unique opportunity.  

Post-Traumatic Growth Webinar Series

Morningstar Counseling will host a 4-part webinar series for behavioral health providers that explores posttraumatic growth as a framework for understanding healing, resilience, and transformation...

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Ways to Engage

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Funding for 7 Generations Center of Excellence was made possible by Grant No. FG001142-01 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by SAMHSA/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

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