Suicide prevention is one of the most critical responsibilities in the mental health profession, yet many clinicians feel undertrained in effectively assessing and treating suicidal risk. In Israel, where suicide rates among Olim, lone soldiers, and adolescents are alarmingly high, the need for specialized, evidence-based training has never been more urgent. GHI and Gila's Way are honored to launch Israel’s first CAMS Care Suicide Prevention training to equip mental health professionals with proven tools to save lives. The CAMS (Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality) framework is an evidence-based, easy-to-learn therapeutic approach that empowers clinicians to engage directly with clients experiencing serious thoughts of self-harm. Backed by 40 years of clinical research and real-world application, CAMS has been shown to reduce suicidal ideation quickly and effectively. This training is an essential step toward strengthening our professional community’s ability to intervene with confidence and compassion.
Course Overview
This hands-on 7 hour intensive workshop is a unique opportunity to learn the Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS), a groundbreaking, evidence-based framework for effectively treating individuals experiencing serious thoughts of suicide.
- Equip your practice with a flexible, evidence-based framework to assess, understand, and treat suicidality.
- Learn a patient-centered approach that collaborates with individuals to identify and target the root causes of their suicidal thoughts.
- Explore proven techniques that have been shown to reduce suicidal ideation and increase hope through an empathetic, collaborative process.
- Participate in hands-on learning through role-playing exercises to build confidence in using tools such as the Suicide Status Form.
- Discover the broad applicability of CAMS, suitable for various clinical settings and populations.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT FOR THIS COURSE:
This training is for mental health professionals who would like to advance their expertise in working with high-risk clients. Eligible participants include those holding a Master's degree or higher in fields like Psychology, Clinical Social Work, and related disciplines, as well as professionals who encounter clients experiencing suicidal ideation, such as Addictions Specialists, Eating Disorders Specialists, and therapists in hospital or treatment settings. CAMS reserves the right to screen applicants based on credentials to ensure that participants have the foundation to effectively implement suicide prevention strategies.
For participants holding an active license in the United States (Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Mental Health Counselor, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor, Psychoanalyst), you will be listed as a CAMS Care provider on the CAMS website upon completion of the course.
TRAINING LOCATIONS:
The course is a one day course and is offered at 2 different locations for you to choose from. Please select your location at REGISTRATION below. REGISTRATION FOR EACH LOCATION WILL CLOSE 2 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE START OF THE COURSE.
1. Bet Shemesh – March 24, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Beit Knesset Etz Chaim, Shvil Ha'haruvim 8
2. Jerusalem – April 28, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Mizrachi Olami, King George St. 54
REGISTRATION INCLUDES: PDF Book ($35 Value). The book will be emailed to you upon registration.
CAMS certification will be provided.
Optional: For US-licensed clinicians, 7 CE credits are offered through CAMS Care for a fee of $45. CE information will be provided on the day of the course.
For questions about this workshop, please contact Dr. Asher Siegelman.
THE COURSE IS FULL - REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
Asher Siegelman, Ph.D
Asher E. Siegelman, completed his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. He was mentored by David A. Jobes, Ph.D., founder and developer of the Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS); one of the only evidence-based protocols for assessment, management, and treatment of suicide risk. Dr. Siegelman’s research and mentorship concerned suicide prevention with a specific focus on hospital risk assessments as well as evidence-based intervention for Military personnel and civilians, including adolescents. He completed his dissertation assisting the National Institutes of Mental Health (NIMH) and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center to develop a validated suicide risk screener for hospitalized medical patients. Dr. Siegelman is a board certified Israeli clinical psychologist and directs Israel Suicide Prevention offering suicide-focused care to patients, support groups to survivors of suicide, and community/academic education seminars.
