Phoenix House Texas

Partner Event | East Coast Symposium on Addictive Disorders
2025-10-03 15:30 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | Hilton West Palm Beach, 600 Okeechobeee Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL, 33401, United States
Join Phoenix House Texas’ CEO, Drew Dutton, MEd, MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS, at the East Coast Symposium on Addictive Disorders in West Palm Beach, Florida! Drew will be presenting Project Empathy: The Neuroscience of Addiction Meets Positive Psychology on October 3rd from 3:30 – 5 PM in the Cypress Room.
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 East Coast Symposium on Addictive Disorders website.

PRC6 | Virtual Training - Choices That Matter: Equipping Youth with Healthy Alternatives
2025-09-23 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Join The Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for an engaging, virtual training designed to empower prevention specialists with practical tools to guide youth toward healthy, substance-free lifestyles. Learn how to facilitate meaningful alternative activities that build resilience, foster connection, and inspire lasting change. Whether you’re new to prevention or looking to enhance your impact, this training will equip you to lead with confidence and creativity!
This training will be held virtually on September 23, 2025 from 9:30 – 11:30 AM. Please RSVP below. Event link forthcoming!

Partner Event | Understanding Someone Struggling with Addiction
2025-09-22 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Cornerstone Church, 1010 Ranch Rd 620 S, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
Join CARES September 22nd at 6:30 PM for Part 3 of Series: Understanding Someone Struggling with Addiction, featuring Phoenix House Texas CEO, Drew Dutton. Whether you’re a parent, spouse, friend, sibling, or child, this session is designed to offer education & support.
For more information and to RSVP, please visit the CARES event website.

PRC6 | Regional Epidemiology Workgroup (REW) Stakeholders Collaboration Meeting
2025-09-17 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | The Council on Recovery, 303 Jackson Hill Street, Lecture Hall, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
Region 6 PRC invites you to our Regional Epidemiology Workgroup (REW) Stakeholders Collaboration Meeting on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 10 AM to 12 PM. The meeting will be held in the Lecture Hall at The Council on Recovery. The REW meeting will focus on data collection, analysis, and trends related to behavioral and mental health, substance use, and other public health concerns impacting our communities. This meeting serves as a collaborative space for school districts, counselors, public health professionals, community partners, and stakeholders to network, share insights, and develop data-driven solutions that address key health challenges.
This is an excellent opportunity to hear valuable insights from a leader in the field and engage in discussions on critical public health issues. This meeting is ideal for epidemiologists, prevention specialists, researchers, coalition members, behavioral and mental health experts, school district representatives, counselors, and others working to create meaningful change through evidence-based strategies. Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP through the link on this page, or by emailing the Region 6 PRC Regional Alignment Coordinator, Sherry Peoples-Banks at speoplesbanks@phoenixhousetx.org

PRC6 | Training - Choices That Matter: Equipping Youth with Healthy Alternatives
2025-09-11 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Join The Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for an engaging, hands-on training designed to empower prevention specialists with practical tools to guide youth toward healthy, substance-free lifestyles. Learn how to facilitate meaningful alternative activities that build resilience, foster connection, and inspire lasting change. Whether you’re new to prevention or looking to enhance your impact, this training will equip you to lead with confidence and creativity!
This training will be held in-person on September 11, 2025 from 9:30 – 11:30 AM at Trini Mendenhall Community Center. Please RSVP below.
Unable to make it? The Region 6 PRC will be offering this training virtually on September 23,2025 from 9:30 – 11:30 AM! Please check our event calendar for more information and to RSVP to the virtual training.

Labor Day
2025-09-01 | TX

Back to School Bash & Health Fair
2025-08-16 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | The Multicultural Center, 951 TRISTAR DR, WEBSTER, TX, 77598, United States
Please join Phoenix House Texas & The Multicultural Center for our Back to School Bash and Health Fair happening on August 16th from 10 AM to 12 PM at The Multicultural Center!
We’re offering a range of free services and resources, including:

Free school supplies, snacks, and drinks
Free eye exams, health screenings, Narcan training, and CPR certifications
Family-friendly activities including a bounce house and games for kids
A raffle featuring tickets to Topgolf and the Houston Zoo, baked goods, gift cards, and more!

For Free Tickets, click here to register.
To Sign Up as a Vendor, submit a form here.

Regional Epidemiology Workgroup (REW) Stakeholders Collaboration Meeting
2025-07-16 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | The Council on Recovery, 303 Jackson Hill Street, Lecture Hall, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
Region 6 PRC invites you to our Regional Epidemiology Workgroup (REW) Stakeholders Collaboration Meeting on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 from 10 AM to 12 PM. The meeting will be held in the Lecture Hall at The Council on Recovery. The REW meeting will focus on data collection, analysis, and trends related to behavioral and mental health, substance use, and other public health concerns impacting our communities. This meeting serves as a collaborative space for school districts, counselors, public health professionals, community partners, and stakeholders to network, share insights, and develop data-driven solutions that address key health challenges.

This is an excellent opportunity to hear valuable insights from a leader in the field and engage in discussions on critical public health issues. This meeting is ideal for epidemiologists, prevention specialists, researchers, coalition members, behavioral and mental health experts, school district representatives, counselors, and others working to create meaningful change through evidence-based strategies. Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP through the link on this page, or by emailing the Region 6 PRC Regional Alignment Coordinator, Sherry Peoples-Banks at speoplesbanks@phoenixhousetx.org

Training | Mastering Student Engagement: Proven Tactics for Prevention Specialists
2025-07-15 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for a training focused on supporting educators to enhance student interest and participation. This training will cover how to build strong relationships, use interactive teaching methods, utilize diverse extracurricular activities, and assess engagement levels. Gain the skills to create a supportive and dynamic learning environment that fosters student success!

Independence Day
2025-07-04 | TX

Juneteenth National Independence Day
2025-06-19 | TX

Regional Alliance Meeting
2025-06-18 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | The Council on Recovery, 303 Jackson Hill Street, Lecture Hall, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
The Region 6 Prevention Resource Center invites you to join us for our Regional Alliance Meeting on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. The Regional Alliance Meeting is an interactive gathering of HHSC-funded and community stakeholders working together to strengthen prevention, mental health, and community wellness initiatives. Meeting participants are invited to:

Contribute your insights, concerns, and innovative solutions
Discuss strategies to enhance coordination and resource alignment, and
Gain the latest updates on data, resources, and prevention efforts.

Be part of the conversation to strengthen partnerships and create lasting impact!

The meeting will be held at The Council on Recovery in the Lecture Hall. Please RSVP through the link on this page, or by emailing the Region 6 PRC Regional Alignment Coordinator, Sherry Peoples-Banks at speoplesbanks@phoenixhousetx.org

Training | Tools to Highlight Your Successes
2025-06-17 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center to celebrate and share your triumphs! This training will cover essential techniques to highlight your achievements effectively. Learn various methods and platforms to present your successes compellingly, from reports to digital media. Gain the skills to confidently highlight your accomplishments and inspire others!

Partner Event | TNOYS' 42nd Annual Conference
2025-06-11 10:30 - 12:00 UTC | Westin Galleria, 5060 W Alabama St, Houston, TX, 77056, United States
Join us on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 from 10:30 AM – 12 PM at TNOYS’ 42nd Annual Conference – Deep in the Heart of What Connects Us to hear from PHT’s CEO, Drew Dutton, M.Ed., MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS. Drew will be presenting Project Empathy: The Neuroscience of Addiction and Positive Psychology Approaches.
Embark on a journey with Project Empathy to address stigmatization around substance use disorders. Rooted in evidence-based practices, this session explores addiction neuroscience, unveils treatment barriers, and introduces tools like solution-focused therapy, strengths-based approaches, and positive psychology. Foster empathy and reshape narratives to ensure everyone belongs.
The conference is being held at Houston’s Westin Galleria Hotel in Houston, Texas. To learn more, visit the TNOYS conference website.
Please Note: Registration is now closed, however onsite registration will be available.
Contact annualconference@tnoys.org with any questions.

Partner Event | 2025 NMCA Presents- Finding your Rhythm: Building Strong Foundations
2025-06-06 08:30 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Collin College Frisco Campus, 9700 Wade Blvd, Frisco, TX, 75035, United States
Join us on Friday, June 6, 2025 from 8:30 – 10 AM at the Northern Metro Counseling Association (NMCA) Summer Conference to hear from PHT’s CEO, Drew Dutton, M.Ed., MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS. Drew will be presenting Project Empathy: Neuroscience of Addiction and Positive Psychology Approaches.
Attendees will:

dive into an engaging overview of the neuroscience of addiction,
explore the intricacies of how substance use affects the brain,
learn the impact of addiction nationally,
identify barriers, and
become equipped with actionable strategies to overcome these barriers and pave the way for more effective interventions.

The conference is being held in-person in Frisco, Texas. Conference registration costs are:

NMCA Members: $130 for for Pre-Reg or $150 for Standard
Non-Member: $160 for Pre-Reg (includes chapter dues) or $180 for Standard (includes chapter dues)

NMCA is a local chapter of the Texas Counseling Association (TCA). To learn more and register for this event, visit the conference website.

Partner Event | 2025 Texas Annual Prevention Providers' Meeting - Nailing It: Building a Strong Foundation for Prevention
2025-06-04 10:30 - 12:00 UTC | Renaissance Austin Hotel, 9721 Arboretum Blvd, Austin, 78759, United States
Join us on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 from 10:30 AM – 12 PM at the Texas Annual Prevention Providers’ Meeting to hear from PHT’s CEO, Drew Dutton, M.Ed., MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS. Drew will be presenting Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness and Wellbeing.
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.
The conference is being held in-person in Austin, Texas. For questions about event logistics contact Texas Prevention Training at tpt@carecg.com.

Power of Prevention: Stronger Together, Healthier Forever
2025-05-28 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | The Council on Recovery, 303 Jackson Hill Street, Lecture Hall, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
Phoenix House Texas and the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center invite you to join us for our 2025 region-wide event, Power of Prevention: Stronger Together, Healthier Forever on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 from 10 AM to 3 PM.
The PRC Region-Wide Event is our annual gathering that brings together prevention professionals, educators, behavioral health providers, coalition members, and 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 year’s theme, Power of Prevention: Stronger Together, Healthier Forever, celebrates the collective impact of our efforts and emphasizes the lasting benefits of community-centered prevention.

What to Expect at the Event:

Engaging and informative speaker sessions
Regional data updates and prevention strategies
Networking opportunities with professionals and stakeholders across Region 6
Collaboration opportunities and avenues for resource sharing
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) available for attendees
Refreshments provided throughout the event

Featured Presentations Include:

Crystal Waddell, MPH, ACPS, Senior Prevention Director, Phoenix House Texas
Presentation: Prevention Overview and Updates
Elvira Morin Bates, M.Ed., Assistant Principal, Spence Elementary, Aldine ISD
Presentation: The Impact of Prevention in Schools
Connor Gilbertson, BS, Region 6 PRC Director, Phoenix House Texas
Presentation: Vaping Prevention Strategies
Wendell Campbell, Houston HIDTA (High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area)
Presentation: Current Drug Trends and Data Insights
Drew Dutton, M.Ed., MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS, Chief Executive Officer, Phoenix House Texas
Presentation: Addiction and Empathy – A Leadership Perspective

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 programs 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 Sherry Peoples-Banks at speoplesbanks@phoenixhousetx.org to request a Vendor Agreement Form to be completed and returned by May 21, 2025.

The event will be held at The Council on Recovery in The Hamill Foundation Conference Center. Please RSVP through the link on this page, or by emailing the Region 6 PRC Regional Alignment Coordinator, Sherry Peoples-Banks at speoplesbanks@phoenixhousetx.org. We look forward to gathering with you to uplift the power of prevention in our communities!

Memorial Day
2025-05-26 | TX

Training | Prevention Trivia: Test Your Knowledge, Empower Your Skills!
2025-05-20 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for an engaging and interactive trivia session designed to enhance your understanding of prevention strategies. This fun-filled event will challenge your knowledge while empowering you with valuable skills to apply in real-world scenarios. Compete with peers, learn new insights, and become a prevention pro!

Partner Event | 10th Annual Fort Bend Drug Symposium
2025-04-28 07:30 - 12:30 UTC | Stafford Centre, 10505 Cash Rd, Stafford, TX, 77477, United States
The 10th Annual Fort Bend Drug Symposium is being held on Monday, April 28th, 2025 from 7:30 am – 12:30pm at the Stafford Centre. Join for discussions on Marijuana: Truth and Consequences; Alcohol and Cancer; and The Power of Empathy in Prevention and Treatment. Speakers include:

Eric Voth, M.D., FACP
Priscilla Martinez, MPhil, PhD
Drew Dutton, M.Ed., MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS

LPC, LCDC, LMFT, LSW, MSW, and TCOLE continuing education hours will be available, and refreshments will be provided. Please use the Eventbrite below link to register.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
2025-04-26 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | The River Flows Foundation, 12337 Jones Road, Houston, TX, 77070, United States
The Region 6 Prevention Resource Center is proud to partner with The River Flows Foundation to host a collection site for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 26, 2025. Clear out your medicine cabinets and drop by between 10 AM to 2 PM to safely dispose of old and unused medications. You can visit our drop off location at 12337 Jones Rd, Houston, TX 77070 or check out the DEA’s Collection Site Locator to find the collection site closest to you!

Partner Event | 2025 TMHCA Spring Conference
2025-04-25 13:05 - 14:35 UTC | First United Methodist Church – Kerrville, 321 Thompson Dr, Kerrville, TX, 78028, United States
Join us on Friday, April 25, 2025 from 1:05-2:35 PM at the Texas Mental Health Counselors Association (TMCHA) Spring 2025 Conference to hear from PHT’s CEO, Drew Dutton, M.Ed., MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS. Drew will be presenting Project Empathy: Utilizing Positive Psychology and Strengths-Based Interventions. Attendees will learn practical applications of positive psychology and strengths-based interventions in treating addiction. This session covers effective, evidence-based approaches, common misconceptions, and harmful practices to avoid. Attendees will gain insights into the unique challenges of treating substance use disorders and what research reveals about successful methods.
Lecture with active Q&A and some brief discussions on:

Addiction Neuroscience and Its Impact
Barriers to Effective Treatment
Key Lenses to Utilize
Effective Practices and What Works: Positive Psychology Principles

The TMHCA Spring 2025 Conference is being held in-person in Kerville, Texas as well as virtually. Conference registration costs are:

$82 for Graduate Students/Associates,
$99 for TMHCA members, and
$142 for non-members (does not include dues)

TMCHA is a Division of the Texas Counseling Association (TCA). To learn more and register for this event, visit the TCA website. Please note that registration ends on April 23, 2025, and TMHCA will send webinar links on April 24, 2025 to all registrants on who requested the virtual option.

Training | Prevention Show & Tell: How Do You Engage, Energize, & Empower Large Groups?
2025-04-22 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center to enhance your facilitation skills and make a lasting impact! This training session focuses on mastering the essential skills needed to effectively facilitate large groups. Participants will learn practical techniques to engage audiences, energize interactions, and empower individuals, ensuring dynamic and productive group experiences.

Partner Event | Cornerstone CARES Speaker Series: United in Recovery
2025-04-21 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | Cornerstone Church, 1010 Ranch Rd 620 S, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
Cornerstone CARES speaker series, an initiative launched in collaboration with The Texas CARES Program and the Steve Hicks School of Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin. Starting at Cornerstone Church ATX, the series aims to reach communities nationwide, fostering a nurturing environment for families touched by addiction. Through these sessions, share personal stories, expert insights, and evidence based strategies will be shared to support individuals and families on their path to recovery. Join in the building of a compassionate community dedicated to healing and hope.
Join us on Monday, April 21st from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM to hear from PHT’s CEO, Drew Dutton, M.Ed., MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS. He will be joining the Cornerstone CARES speaker series to present on how understanding the brain can transform the way we treat addiction.
To learn more and RSVP for this event, visit the Texas CARES website at: https://tx-cares.org/program-dates/

Regional Alliance Meeting
2025-04-09 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | The Council on Recovery, 303 Jackson Hill Street, Lecture Hall, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
The Region 6 Prevention Resource Center invites you to join us for our Regional Alliance Meeting on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. The Regional Alliance Meeting is an interactive gathering of HHSC-funded and community stakeholders working together to strengthen prevention, mental health, and community wellness initiatives. Meeting participants are invited to:

Contribute your insights, concerns, and innovative solutions
Discuss strategies to enhance coordination and resource alignment, and
Gain the latest updates on data, resources, and prevention efforts.

Be part of the conversation to strengthen partnerships and create lasting impact!

The meeting will be held at The Council on Recovery in the Lecture Hall. Please RSVP through the link on this page, or by emailing the Region 6 PRC Regional Alignment Coordinator, Sherry Peoples-Banks at speoplesbanks@phoenixhousetx.org

President's Day
2025-02-17 | TX

Valentine's Day
2025-02-14 | TX

Regional Epidemiology Workgroup (REW) Stakeholders Collaboration Meeting
2025-02-12 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | The Council on Recovery, 303 Jackson Hill Street, Lecture Hall, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
Region 6 PRC invites you to our Regional Epidemiology Workgroup (REW) Stakeholders Collaboration Meeting on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 from 10 AM to 12 PM. The meeting will be held in the Lecture Hall at The Council on Recovery. The REW meeting will focus on data collection, analysis, and trends related to behavioral and mental health, substance use, and other public health concerns impacting our communities. This meeting serves as a collaborative space for school districts, counselors, public health professionals, community partners, and stakeholders to network, share insights, and develop data-driven solutions that address key health challenges. We are pleased to announce that our Guest Speaker will be Drew Dutton, M.Ed., MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS, the President & CEO of Phoenix House Texas. This is an excellent opportunity to hear valuable insights from a leader in the field and engage in discussions on critical public health issues. This meeting is ideal for epidemiologists, prevention specialists, researchers, coalition members, behavioral and mental health experts, school district representatives, counselors, and others working to create meaningful change through evidence-based strategies. Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP through the link on this page, or by emailing the Region 6 PRC Regional Alignment Coordinator, Sherry Peoples-Banks at speoplesbanks@phoenixhousetx.org

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
2025-01-20 | TX

Regional Alliance Meeting
2025-01-08 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | PRC Region 6, 2525 North Loop West, Suite 100, Houston, TX, 77008, United States
Region 6 PRC invites you to join us for our Regional Alliance (RA) meeting on Monday, January 8, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. This meeting will be a collaborative gathering of HHSC-funded stakeholders focused on enhancing prevention, mental health, and community wellness initiatives. This session will provide an opportunity to share ideas, concerns, and solutions to address community needs; discuss strategies for improving coordination and resource alignment; and highlight data, resources, and upcoming prevention efforts. Refreshments will be served. Be part of the conversation to strengthen partnerships and create lasting impact!

Please RSVP through the link on this page, or by emailing the Region 6 PRC Regional Alignment Coordinator, Sherry Peoples-Banks at speoplesbanks@phoenixhousetx.org
