Events

Upcoming Classes From North Texas Behavioral Health Authority (NTBHA)

Please join NTBHA for Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA), Suicide Prevention and Postvention, and other classes.  Most of these classes are online unless clearly marked “IN PERSON” and an address is given for the location of the training.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an evidence-based, early-intervention course that teaches participants about mental health and substance use challenges.   All MHFA classes are free for Texas residents.   Pre-work is required to be completed to attend the MHFA virtual instructor-led sessions.

Suicide prevention classes are offered in conjunction with the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

Save our link and stay connected for upcoming sessions.

• “Follow” us at Eventbrite Mental Health First Aid OR
• Visit the NTBHA website and click on the “Events” page, then select “NTBHA Classes and Training”.
• If you are interested in hosting an in-person Mental Health First Aid class in Texas in Dallas, Ellis, Hunt, Kaufman, Navarro or Rockwall  Counties, please contact Kim Samples at 469-607-0420.

We update monthly with new class information. Please feel free to share this information with your friends and family.

Please register for these NTBHA sponsored classes using links below.

MAY 2026

• Saturday, May 30 – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Adult Mental Health First Aid—IN-PERSON. Register
  • DeSoto Public Library, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd., Suite C, DeSoto Texas  75115

JUNE 2026

• Wednesday, June 3 – 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Adult Mental Health First Aid Hosted by Parkland, Patrick LeBlanc, Ph.D., and NTBHA. Register
  • Pre-work is required to be completed to attend the MHFA virtual instructor-led sessions.

• Wednesday, June 10 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Most Common Substances and Trends. Presented by Amy Sanders-NTBHA. Register
  • This webinar will focus on the data of what are still the most common substances used by people. We will also discuss the current trends developing across the nation

• Thursday, June 11 – 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Youth Mental Health First Aid. Hosted by Amy Sanders-NTBHA. Register
  • Pre-work is required to be completed to attend the MHFA virtual instructor-led sessions.

• Tuesday, June 16 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Suicide Prevention Basics. Presented by Amy Sanders-NTBHA. Register
  • Learn common signs, symptoms and basic steps to help someone having suicidal thoughts and behaviors.

• Monday, June 29 – 8:30a.m. to 3:00p.m. Adult Mental Health First Aid. Hosted by Parkland, Patrick LeBlanc, Ph.D., and NTBHA. Register
  • Pre-work is required to be completed to attend the MHFA virtual instructor-led sessions.

JULY 2026

• Wednesday, July 1 -12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Alcohol Use Disorder and Treatment Review. Presented by Amy Sanders-NTBHA. Register
  • Learn what is Alcohol Use Disorder. Also learn about the different common treatments and their effectiveness.

• Friday, July 10 – 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Youth Mental Health First Aid. Hosted by Amy Sanders-NTBHA. Register
  • Pre-work is required to be completed to attend the MHFA virtual instructor-led sessions.

• Wednesday, July 15 – Adult Mental Health First Aid-8:30 a.m. to 3:00pm. Register
  • Pre-work is required to be completed to attend the MHFA virtual instructor-led sessions.

• Tuesday, July 21 – 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Youth Mental Health First Aid. Hosted by Amy Sanders-NTBHA. Register
  • Pre-work is required to be completed to attend the MHFA virtual instructor-led sessions. 

• Wednesday, July 29 – Adult Mental Health First Aid-8:30 a.m. to 3:00pm. Register
  • Pre-work is required to be completed to attend the MHFA virtual instructor-led sessions.

August 2026

• Wednesday, August 5 -12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Technology Impact on Mental Health. Presented by Amy Sanders-NTBHA. Register 
  • How does technology affect mental health? Join us as we explore the impact technology has on wellness, relationships, and healthy living.

• Wednesday, August 19 -12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Fentanyl Awareness for Those Working with Youth. Presented by Amy Sanders-NTBHA. Register 
  • Learn about the current Fentanyl trends and its dangers. Also learn what is Naloxone and the common delivery methods to prevent overdose.

September 2026

• Wednesday, September 2 -12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Getting Candid: Framing A Substance Use Conversation for Youth. Presented by Amy Sanders-NTBHA. Register 
  • Learn basic strategies on how to frame a substance use conversation that is helpful to youth. This workshop gives specific strategies on how to build trust, gain insight, and frame a substance use conversation with youth.

• Wednesday, September 16 – 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Legal Does Not Mean Safe. Presented by Amy Sanders-NTBHA. Register
  • Join us to learn some of the dangers and risks involved with many of the substances being sold in gas stations, tobacco, CBD, and liquor stores.