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Illume's mission is to promote high-quality behavioral health systems that increase the use of recovery-oriented, evidence-based services that improve access and human well-being.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween!!

10/30/2025

As October winds down, it’s the perfect time to pause and celebrate how far you’ve come. Every small step you’ve taken toward wellness — whether it’s setting boundaries, staying active, or simply taking a breath — truly matters.

Let’s carry that positive momentum into November with renewed focus, gratitude, and self-care. Remember: progress isn’t about perfection — it’s about consistency, compassion, and growth. The best is yet to come.

Learn more about whole-person wellness at placesforpeople.org/illume

10/29/2025

☕ Fill Your Cup ☀️
Take time to pour back into yourself today — whether that means journaling, going for a walk, or simply stepping outside for some fresh air. Small moments of care add up to a healthier you. 💛

Learn more about wellness at placesforpeople.org/illume

10/28/2025

Illume’s Training Manager, Julie Blanco, had the incredible opportunity to attend the 2025 MINT Forum!

The MINT Forum, hosted by the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT), is an international gathering of professionals dedicated to advancing Motivational Interviewing (MI) practice, training, and research. Julie was able to attend through her involvement as a MINT Member — a recognition earned after completing the MINT Training for New Trainers (TNT).

Her participation allowed her to connect with global leaders in Motivational Interviewing, including MI founders Bill Miller and Terri Moyers, and to bring back new strategies and insights to enhance Illume’s training and coaching programs.

You can learn more about MINT here: https://motivationalinterviewing.org/
And explore Illume’s work at https://www.placesforpeople.org/illume/

10/27/2025

🧠 Learning Lab: Enhancing the Practice of Motivational Interviewing
Join Illume: The Behavioral Health Center of Excellence on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025, from 1:00–3:00 PM (CST) for a hands-on learning experience with Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC.

This interactive session goes beyond initial training—offering practice, feedback, and coaching to help you strengthen your Motivational Interviewing skills and fidelity to the model that transforms practice and improves outcomes.

💲**$20 per person**
🔗 Register here: https://milab-112525-illumecoe.eventbrite.com

🌐 Learn more at placesforpeople.org/illume

10/24/2025

At Illume, we’re digging deeper into how to better support people living with Substance Use Disorders (SUD). 💡

Our research explores how SUD connects with other challenges like homelessness, trauma, and serious mental illness — because real life isn’t lived in silos. We’ve studied what works, from integrated treatment models to case management approaches that lead to better recovery outcomes.

Our team also trains professionals in evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, and the Community Reinforcement Approach (CRA) — all proven tools for supporting individuals on their recovery journey.

Through our research, training, and collaboration, Illume is helping reshape the future of behavioral health — one insight at a time. 💙
🔗 placesforpeople.org/illume/illume-our-research

10/23/2025

We’re thrilled to introduce the brand-new Illume Storefront — your one-stop shop for registering for our upcoming trainings and events! You can check it out here: placesforpeople.learnuponus.com/store

This is a soft launch, and our very first course will be available in December. Until then, don’t worry — all trainings happening before December will still be available through Eventbrite.

We can’t wait for you to explore what’s coming and join us in this next chapter for Illume!

10/22/2025

✨ Small shifts. Big difference. ✨

🌅 Stretch before getting out of bed.
Wake your body gently — it boosts circulation and helps your muscles prepare for the day.

💭 Replace “I have to” with “I get to.”
A simple mindset shift that turns obligation into gratitude and changes how you approach your day.

💬 Ask someone about their highlight instead of their day.
It invites positive reflection and creates more uplifting conversations.

🌿 Open a window for 5 minutes.
Fresh air clears your head, resets your energy, and literally helps you breathe easier.

Tiny habits like these keep your mind, body, and spirit in sync. 💚

Learn more about whole-person wellness at placesforpeople.org/illume

10/21/2025

🗓️ Join Illume: The Behavioral Health Center of Excellence for a two-day, in-person training on Motivational Interviewing (MI) with Adolescents and Young Adults!

📅 November 19-20, 2025
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Central)
📍 Illume: The Behavioral Health Center of Excellence
💵 $160 per person

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based approach that helps clients explore ambivalence and move toward positive change. This interactive training will focus on applying MI with adolescents and young adults—empowering them to find their own motivation, make confident decisions, and create lasting change.

👩‍🏫 Presented by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC

🔗 Register now: https://youthmi2day-11192025-illumecoe.eventbrite.com
🌐 Learn more about us at placesforpeople.org/illume

10/20/2025

🧠 Trauma-Informed Care for Leaders
📅 Friday, November 14th, 2025 | 🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (CST)

Join Illume: The Behavioral Health Center of Excellence for a dynamic training focused on building and sustaining a trauma-informed organizational culture.

Led by Julie Blanco, LCSW, CRAADC, this session will explore:
✨ 14 organizational strategies to strengthen TIC culture
✨ 7 supervisory strategies to support staff wellness
✨ Practical ways to reduce burnout and enhance resilience

💰 $35 per person
🔗 Register now: ticleader-111425-illumecoe.eventbrite.com

🌐 Learn more at placesforpeople.org/illume

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1310 Papin Street
St. Louis, MO
63103

Telephone

+13145355600

Website

https://www.placesforpeople.org/illume/

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