Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM)

CALM Clinical Workshops are designed to introduce those providing counseling services
to the rationale of means safety and teach them how to plan for, initiate and carry out
effective conversations with clients and their families about reducing access to lethal
means – especially firearms and medications – in times of suicide risk.

Who Should Attend?

All Clinicians, Case Managers and others providing clinical level of care to individuals at risk of suicide.

Objectives:

• Learn why means matter in preventing suicide.
• Learn clinical skills to provide counseling on access to lethal means
• Practice clinical skills through role play exercises