Phoenix House Texas

PRC6 | In-Person Training - Sustaining the Work: The Essential Role of Self‑Care for Prevention Specialists
2026-05-05 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Prevention work is meaningful—but it can also be demanding. Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for Sustaining the Work: The Essential Role of Self‑Care for Prevention Specialists, an in-person training that explores why intentional self‑care is not optional, but foundational to effectiveness in the field. Participants will learn practical strategies to manage stress, maintain emotional resilience, and prevent burnout. Together, we’ll examine how caring for ourselves strengthens our capacity to care for communities, support youth, and deliver high‑quality prevention programming.
This training will be held in-person on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM at Trini Community Center. Please RSVP below.

Partner Event | Region 6 Department of Family & Protective Services
2026-05-06 | TX
Phoenix House Texas is grateful to be partnering with the Region 6 Department of Family & Protective Services where PHT’s CEO, Drew Dutton, M.Ed., MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS, will be presenting Project Empathy: Reframing Addiction Through Neuroscience and Positive Psychology.
Project Empathy is a research-informed, interactive workshop that reframes adolescent addiction through the lens of neuroscience, development, and connection. The session breaks down how the teenage brain processes reward, stress, and decision-making—offering a clear explanation for why adolescents are uniquely wired for risk, bonding, and rapid learning. Participants explore how dopamine, impulse control, and prefrontal cortex development influence substance use patterns and recovery potential. Instead of relying on fear-based or punitive strategies, the workshop demonstrates how empathy and strengths-based communication interrupt shame and increase buy-in. Attendees learn practical ways to use accurate empathy, clarity, and modeling to keep adolescents engaged, even when they appear resistant or ambivalent. The session also challenges common misconceptions in youth treatment, highlighting how outdated models can unintentionally reinforce stigma and shut down communication. Real examples illustrate how to translate brain science into conversations that parents, schools, and youth can actually understand. By the end, participants will have a developmentally informed framework for supporting adolescents that emphasizes possibility, relationship, and long-term resilience.

Partner Event | Texas A&M University Health Services - College Counseling Conference
2026-05-14 - 2026-05-15 | Virtual
Join Texas A&M University Health Services Counseling & Mental Health Care from May 14-15, 2026 for the annual College Counseling Conference, where professionals from across the country will come together virtually to connect with peers, empower their practice, and innovate the future of campus mental health. This year’s theme focuses on the evolving nature of student mental health and wellness in the face of rapid technological change and shifting cultural and generational norms and its impact on higher education. Phoenix House Texas’ CEO, Drew Dutton, will be presenting Project Empathy: Understanding the Neuroscience of Addiction in a Digital World.
To RSVP for the conference, please visit the conference website.

PRC6 | Virtual Training - Sustaining the Work: The Essential Role of Self‑Care for Prevention Specialists
2026-05-21 09:30 - 11:00 | Virtual
Prevention work is meaningful—but it can also be demanding. Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for Sustaining the Work: The Essential Role of Self‑Care for Prevention Specialists, a virtual training that explores why intentional self‑care is not optional, but foundational to effectiveness in the field. Participants will learn practical strategies to manage stress, maintain emotional resilience, and prevent burnout. Together, we’ll examine how caring for ourselves strengthens our capacity to care for communities, support youth, and deliver high‑quality prevention programming.
This training will be held virtually on Thursday, May 21, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM. Please RSVP below.

PRC6 | Power of Prevention: Strong Minds, Stronger Communities
2026-05-27 09:00 - 13:00 | Ecclesia Houston – Downtown Campus, 1100 Elder Street, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
Phoenix House Texas and the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center invite you to join us at for our annual region-wide event, Power of Prevention: Strong Minds, Stronger Communities on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 from 9 AM to 1 PM at Ecclesia Houston – Downtown Campus in Houston, Texas.
The PRC Region-Wide Event is our annual gathering that brings together prevention professionals, educators, behavioral health providers, law enforcement professionals, coalition members, community leaders, and other community stakeholders from across Region 6. This event supports our mission to strengthen regional collaboration, promote behavioral health, reduce substance use, and enhance prevention efforts across the 13 counties within Region 6: Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Colorado, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, Walker, Waller, and Wharton Counties. This event event will explore the connection between suicide prevention, behavioral health, substance use prevention, and community collaboration.

What to Expect at the Event:

A presentation by a suicide prevention expert
A panel discussion featuring leaders across behavioral health, recovery, prevention, and community safety
A keynote presentation focused on recovery and prevention strategies
Community resource tables and networking opportunities
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) available for attendees
Refreshments provided throughout the event

Vendor / Resource Table Opportunity:
We are inviting community organizations and partners to host vendor/resource tables during the event. This is a great opportunity to:

Share your organization’s name and services
Connect with attendees and prevention professionals
Showcase your work in behavioral health, prevention, recovery, or youth support

There is no cost to participate, but space is limited! If you’re interested, please contact the Region 6 PRC Regional Alignment Coordinator, Sherry Peoples-Banks, at speoplesbanks@phoenixhousetx.org to request a Vendor Agreement Form to be completed and returned by May 20, 2026.
Please RSVP through the link on this page, or by emailing Sherry Peoples-Banks at speoplesbanks@phoenixhousetx.org. We look forward to gathering with you to uplift the power of prevention!

Please check back here for updates on event location and more information as we get closer to the event!

Event sponsorship opportunities are available!
Please contact our Impact Director, Stephanie Grogan, at sgrogan@phoenixhousetx.org for more information on sponsoring this event.

Partner Event | West Coat Symposium on Addictive Disorders
2026-05-29 10:45 - 12:15 | La Quinta Resort & Club, 49-499 Eisenhower Drive, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States
Join Phoenix House Texas’ CEO, Drew Dutton, MEd, MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS, at the West Coast Symposium on Addictive Disorders in Palm Springs, California! Drew will be presenting Project Empathy: The Neuroscience of Addiction Meets Positive Psychology on Friday, May 29, 2026 from 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM.
Embark on a transformative journey with Project Empathy, a workshop designed to dismantle the stigmatization surrounding substance use disorders. Rooted in evidence-based practices, this innovative session provides a profound exploration of the neuroscience of addiction. By seamlessly integrating the latest research, we unveil barriers, shedding light on why current treatment models often fall short and leave a significant population unsupported. Introducing solution-focused therapy, strength-based approaches, positive psychology, and empathy as potent tools, this workshop offers practical insights for incorporating these principles into a range of substance use disorder-related interactions. Whether in casual engagements or professional treatment methodologies, discover how to infuse empathy and positive intervention into every facet of your approach. Stay informed with up-to-date information on the impact of substance use, with a dedicated focus on the unique challenges faced by adolescents. Project Empathy serves as your gateway to a more compassionate and effective understanding of substance use disorders. Join us in breaking down barriers, fostering empathy, and reshaping the narrative around addiction. It’s time to transform knowledge into action and ensure that everyone, without exception, belongs and matters.
For more information and the link to register for the conference, visit the West Coast Symposium on Addictive Disorders website.

Partner Event | Texas Annual Prevention Providers' Meeting - Charting the Course: Journey to a Healthier Texas
2026-06-01 - 2026-06-04 | Hyatt Regency, 123 Losoya, San Antonio, TX, 78205, United States
Join Phoenix House Texas’ CEO, Drew Dutton, MEd, MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS, at the Texas Annual Prevention Providers’ Meeting in San Antonio, Texas from June 1, 2026 – June 5, 2026! Drew will be presenting Project Empathy.
Project Empathy is a research-based workshop dismantling stigma around substance use disorders using neuroscience, positive psychology, and practical strategies. It bridges research with real-world application, showing why many treatment models fall short and how to improve them. The session introduces solution-focused therapy, strength-based practices, and empathy as actionable tools. Participants learn to integrate these concepts into clinical care, education, legal systems, and daily interactions. Emphasizing adolescent development and addiction neuroscience, it explains behavior patterns and recovery potential. This is a practical toolkit, not a lecture—equipping professionals, educators, and caregivers to respond compassionately with science-based understanding and human-centered care.
Hosted by Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and Texas Prevention Training (TPT), the Annual Prevention Providers’ Meeting (APPM) is a meeting for HHSC-funded substance use prevention providers and their stakeholders. This event is designed to support and build capacity among the substance use prevention and behavioral health promotion workforce across Texas. APPM is an opportunity for participants to learn from local and national subject matter experts, connect with one another, and consider new or improved ways to conduct behavioral health best practice in their role in the system.
More information on event registration coming soon!

Partner Event | 43rd Annual TNOYS Conference on Services to Youth & Families
2026-06-09 - 2026-06-12 | Renaissance Austin Hotel, 9721 Arboretum Blvd, Austin, 78759, United States
Join Phoenix House Texas’ CEO, Drew Dutton, MEd, MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS, at the 43rd Annual TNOYS Conference on Services to Youth & Families in Austin, Texas from June 9, 2026 – June 12, 2026! Drew will be presenting Project Empathy.
Project Empathy is a research-based workshop dismantling stigma around substance use disorders using neuroscience, positive psychology, and practical strategies. It bridges research with real-world application, showing why many treatment models fall short and how to improve them. The session introduces solution-focused therapy, strength-based practices, and empathy as actionable tools. Participants learn to integrate these concepts into clinical care, education, legal systems, and daily interactions. Emphasizing adolescent development and addiction neuroscience, it explains behavior patterns and recovery potential. This is a practical toolkit, not a lecture—equipping professionals, educators, and caregivers to respond compassionately with science-based understanding and human-centered care.
For more information about the conference and to register, visit the TNOYS conference website.

PRC6 | In-Person Training - From Vision to Action: Establishing Effective Youth Prevention Coalitions in Region 6 Communities
2026-07-07 09:30 - 11:00 | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for From Vision to Action: Establishing Effective Youth Prevention Coalitions in Region 6 Communities, an in-person training that provides a comprehensive roadmap for prevention professionals seeking to establish a youth coalition within Region 6. Attendees will learn how to assess community readiness, define coalition goals, structure youth leadership roles, and implement evidence‑based prevention strategies. Emphasis will be placed on youth empowerment, cross‑sector partnerships, and sustainable coalition development. Participants will gain access to planning tools, engagement strategies, and implementation guides that support the long‑term success of youth‑led prevention efforts.
This training will be held in-person on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM at Trini Community Center. Please RSVP below.

PRC6 | Virtual Training - From Vision to Action: Establishing Effective Youth Prevention Coalitions in Region 6 Communities
2026-07-16 09:30 - 11:00 | Virtual
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for From Vision to Action: Establishing Effective Youth Prevention Coalitions in Region 6 Communities, a virtual training that provides a comprehensive roadmap for prevention professionals seeking to establish a youth coalition within Region 6. Attendees will learn how to assess community readiness, define coalition goals, structure youth leadership roles, and implement evidence‑based prevention strategies. Emphasis will be placed on youth empowerment, cross‑sector partnerships, and sustainable coalition development. Participants will gain access to planning tools, engagement strategies, and implementation guides that support the long‑term success of youth‑led prevention efforts.
This training will be held virtually on Thursday, July 16, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM. Please RSVP below.

PRC6 | In-Person Training
2026-08-04 09:30 - 11:00 | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Save the date! Region 6 Prevention Resource Center will be hosting an in-person training on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM at Trini Community Center.
Please check back here for more information and to RSVP as we get closer to the event!

Partner Event | Education Service Center (ESC) Region 8
2026-08-07 | TX
Phoenix House Texas is grateful to be partnering with Education Service Center (ESC) Region 8 in Pittsburgh, Texas where PHT’s CEO, Drew Dutton, M.Ed., MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS, will be presenting Project Empathy.
Project Empathy is a research-informed, interactive workshop that reframes adolescent addiction through the lens of neuroscience, development, and connection. The session breaks down how the teenage brain processes reward, stress, and decision-making—offering a clear explanation for why adolescents are uniquely wired for risk, bonding, and rapid learning. Participants explore how dopamine, impulse control, and prefrontal cortex development influence substance use patterns and recovery potential. Instead of relying on fear-based or punitive strategies, the workshop demonstrates how empathy and strengths-based communication interrupt shame and increase buy-in. Attendees learn practical ways to use accurate empathy, clarity, and modeling to keep adolescents engaged, even when they appear resistant or ambivalent. The session also challenges common misconceptions in youth treatment, highlighting how outdated models can unintentionally reinforce stigma and shut down communication. Real examples illustrate how to translate brain science into conversations that parents, schools, and youth can actually understand. By the end, participants will have a developmentally informed framework for supporting adolescents that emphasizes possibility, relationship, and long-term resilience.

PRC6 | Virtual Training
2026-08-20 09:30 - 11:00 | Virtual
Save the date! Region 6 Prevention Resource Center will be hosting a virtual training on Thursday, August 20, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM.
Please check back here for more information and to RSVP as we get closer to the event!

PRC6 | In-Person Training
2026-09-08 09:30 - 11:00 | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Save the date! Region 6 Prevention Resource Center will be hosting an in-person training on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM at Trini Community Center.
Please check back here for more information and to RSVP as we get closer to the event!

PRC6 | Virtual Training
2026-09-30 09:30 - 11:00 | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Save the date! Region 6 Prevention Resource Center will be hosting a virtual training on Thursday, September 30, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM.
Please check back here for more information and to RSVP as we get closer to the event!

PRC6 | In-Person Training
2026-10-06 09:30 - 11:00 | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Save the date! Region 6 Prevention Resource Center will be hosting an in-person training on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM at Trini Community Center.
Please check back here for more information and to RSVP as we get closer to the event!

PRC6 | Virtual Training
2026-10-28 09:30 - 11:00 | Virtual
Save the date! Region 6 Prevention Resource Center will be hosting a virtual training on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM.
Please check back here for more information and to RSVP as we get closer to the event!

PRC6 | In-Person Training
2026-11-10 09:30 - 11:00 | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Save the date! Region 6 Prevention Resource Center will be hosting an in-person training on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM at Trini Community Center.
Please check back here for more information and to RSVP as we get closer to the event!

PRC6 | In-Person Training
2026-12-08 09:30 - 11:00 | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Save the date! Region 6 Prevention Resource Center will be hosting an in-person training on Tuesday, December 8, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM at Trini Community Center.
Please check back here for more information and to RSVP as we get closer to the event!
