We TEACH Skills
For REAL LIFE
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Skills-based learning that meets you and your community where you are.
From hands-on workshops to certification-track trainings, our education programs build practical skills for individuals, families, and organizations.
Request TrainingSkills-Based Workshops
Practical sessions on stress management, healthy coping, and communication skills for individuals and groups.
Professional Development
CEU-eligible trainings for clinicians, educators, and community partners on evidence-based practices.
Peer Support Training
Curriculum that prepares community members to support one another through mental health and substance use challenges.
Family & Caregiver Education
Practical tools and guidance for families supporting a loved one through recovery or mental health care.
Organizational Training
Custom trainings for schools, workplaces, and community organizations on prevention, wellness, and resilience.
Led by a Team Committed to Building Real-World Skills
Dr. Paulette R. Eason-Williams
Executive Director of Heuristic Quest Foundation
PhD, LCPC, CADC
Every training program at HQ2 reflects Dr. Eason-Williams' commitment to equipping individuals and communities with practical tools for lasting wellness.
"Our vision is to create a spiritually, physically, emotionally, and mentally safe environment of self-aware individuals, educated about themselves and their choices, so that they may become more happy, healthy, and prosperous."
Rhonda Shelley
Mental Health & Substance Use Counselor
Rhonda leads workshops on healthy coping skills and communication, bringing the same warm, client-centered approach to groups that she brings to individual sessions.
"Our vision is to create a spiritually, physically, emotionally, and mentally safe environment of self-aware individuals, educated about themselves and their choices, so that they may become more happy, healthy, and prosperous."
Adrienne Gross
Mental Health & Substance Use Counselor
Adrienne facilitates peer support and community trainings, creating a supportive, judgment-free space for participants at every skill level.
"Our vision is to create a spiritually, physically, emotionally, and mentally safe environment of self-aware individuals, educated about themselves and their choices, so that they may become more happy, healthy, and prosperous."
Jeanette Perkins
Mental Health & Substance Use Counselor
CADC
Jeanette combines trauma-informed care with substance use expertise to lead trainings that help caregivers and professionals support lasting recovery.
"Our vision is to create a spiritually, physically, emotionally, and mentally safe environment of self-aware individuals, educated about themselves and their choices, so that they may become more happy, healthy, and prosperous."
Real change happens when people have the tools to sustain it, so our trainings are practical, evidence-based, and built for real life. The more skills someone builds, the more equipped they are to support themselves and others.
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Practical, Skills-Based Curriculum
Every training is hands-on and built around real situations, so participants leave with tools they can use immediately, not just information.
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Led by Experienced Clinicians
Our trainings are developed and delivered by licensed clinicians with direct experience in mental health, substance use, and community outreach.
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Accessible to Everyone
Most education and training programming is offered at low or no cost to the community, regardless of insurance or ability to pay.
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Still have questions? We've got answers.
From requesting a training to what our workshops cover, here's what people ask most about education and training at HQ2.
See More FAQsWe offer skills-based workshops, professional development trainings, peer support curriculum, and family and caregiver education, covering mental health, substance use, and prevention topics.
Schools, workplaces, faith communities, and other organizations across Chicago's southwest side can request a training, as can individuals looking to build skills for themselves or their family.
Select trainings for clinicians and educators are CEU-eligible. Let us know your credentialing needs when you request a session and we'll confirm eligibility.
Most education and training programming is offered at low or no cost to the community. Contact us for details on a specific program.
Reach out to us by phone or email and let us know your group's size, topic of interest, and preferred date, and we'll work with you to schedule a session.
Individual conversations that come up during or after a training are kept confidential, consistent with HIPAA and our standard privacy practices.
The help you need, right here.
Confidential mental health and substance use care for Chicago's southwest side. Medicaid, Medicare, and uninsured welcome — appointments within 24–48 hours.