Loudoun offers Behavioral Health Training sessions in October

Loudoun County offers ongoing behavioral health training sessions free of charge. Seats are limited and registration is required, except for Rapid REVIVE! The schedule of upcoming virtual classes for October 2025 is as follows:

 Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) training aims to raise awareness of the impact of potentially traumatic events that occur in childhood. ACEs are linked to chronic health problems, mental illness and substance abuse in adulthood. The training teaches that ACEs prevention is a key to improving a community’s well-being. A virtual presentation lasts about one hour, followed by a question-and-answer session. The next training will be held:

• Monday, Oct. 6, 12 – 1 p.m.

For details about the training and to register, visit loudoun.gov/ChildhoodAdversityTraining.

REVIVE! is the opioid overdose and naloxone education program for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Anyone who uses opioids or knows someone who is using opioids is encouraged to attend. Loudoun County offers two versions of the program — Rapid REVIVE! and Virtual REVIVE!

Rapid REVIVE! is a shortened format that allows individuals to complete the training in six minutes. After watching a short video and then providing their contact information, participants receive free naloxone nasal spray. They may choose to receive naloxone by mail or arrange pickup. Rapid REVIVE! is available anytime. No registration is required.

• Visit loudoun.gov/RapidRevive for Rapid REVIVE! in English.
• Visit loudoun.gov/ReviveEspanol for Rapid REVIVE! in Spanish.

Virtual REVIVE! is a one-hour, scheduled training session that requires registration. Participants who complete the training are also eligible to receive free naloxone nasal spray. They may choose to receive naloxone by mail or arrange pickup. The next training will be held:

• Wednesday, Oct. 29, 5 – 6 p.m. 

REVIVE! trainings can also be scheduled upon request. For details about the training and to register,
visit loudoun.gov/revive.

Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) training teaches three simple steps that anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. It helps people recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to refer someone for professional help. A virtual training presentation lasts about one hour followed by discussion and practice opportunities. The next training will be held:

• Wednesday, Oct. 15, 12 – 1:30 p.m.

For details about the training and to register, visit loudoun.gov/SuicidePreventionTraining.

Anyone who requires an accommodation for any disability in order to participate, including language assistance, should call 703-771-5155 or send an email to prevention@loudoun.gov. Three business days’ notice is requested.

For more information on the prevention and intervention services offered by the Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services, visit loudoun.gov/MHSADSPrevention or send an email to prevention@loudoun.gov.