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Adene Karhan
Training and Content Development Associate
Yang-Tan Institute on Employment and Disability
Overview
Adene Karhan is a Licensed Masters of Social Work (LMSW) with over 5 years of experience in private practice psychotherapy and over 22 years of work in the field of human services. Areas of professional interest include the impact of trauma on individuals, impact of early childhood attachment on lifelong relationships, and co-occuring mental health and developmental disability. Adene approaches most work from a family systems perspective, recognizing that individuals are highly relational and that interventions targeted at the entire family are most successful in bringing about lasting change.
Research Statement
Adene is currently involved in the New York State Promise research project, which involve providing transition services to youth with disabilities who are receiving SSI.
Outreach Statement
Through the New York State Promise research project, Adene provides technical assistance and training to case managers and other staff involved in the project throughout New York state.
Publications
Journal Articles
- Thomas P Golden, Andrew J Karhan, Andrew Karhan, Sarah J Prenovitz. . SSI Youth and Family Case Management: A Taxonomy of Critical Factors, Competencies and Translation to Practice, Career Development and Transition for Exceptional Individuals .
Professional Activities
- Autism and Mental Health. Presented to Oregon Department of Human Services- Vocational Rehabilitation, Vocational Rehabilitation Learning Collaborative. Virtual. 2024.
- Understanding Challenging Behavior. Presented to Oregon Department of Human Services- Vocational Rehabilitation, Vocational Rehabilitation Learning Collaborative. Virtual. 2024.
- Mental Health Service Delivery & Employment for Minority Youth & Young Adults. Presented to Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation (CSAVR). Savannah, GA. 2023.
- Transitions for Justice-Involved Youth & Young Adults with Disabilities. Presented to Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation (CSAVR). Savannah, GA. 2023.
- The Impact of Trauma on the Brain & Body of Young Children. Presented to Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning, Milton Hershey School. Hershey, PA. 2023.
- Emotional Regulation Strategies to Promote Healthy Regulation. Presented to Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning, Milton Hershey School. Hershey, PA. 2023.
- Leading by Example: Creating a Culture of Positive and Productive Communication. Presented to Oregon Department of Human Services- Vocational Rehabilitation, Vocational Rehabilitation Learning Collaborative. Oregon- Seaside/Medford. 2023.
- Supervising with a Trauma-Informed Lens. Presented to Oregon Department of Human Services- Vocational Rehabilitation, Vocational Rehabilitation Learning Collaborative. Oregon- Seaside/Medford. 2023.
- Understanding & Supporting Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder with Employment. Presented to Adult Career & Continuing Education Services- Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR). virtual. 2023.
- The Body Keeps Score Book Club Event . Presented to Youth Reentering the Community through Opportunity, Networking, Navigation, Education, Collaboration and Transition Support (Y-ReCONNECTS). virtual. 2023.
- The Body Keeps Score Book Club Event . Presented to Youth Reentering the Community through Opportunity, Networking, Navigation, Education, Collaboration and Transition Support (Y-ReCONNECTS). virtual. 2023.
- Examining Workforce Systems Through a Trauma-Informed Lens to Increase Access for Youth and Young Adults with Disabilities with Complex Needs. Presented to Association for People Supporting Employment First (APSE) National. Columbus, OH. 2023.
- Improving Mental Health Service Delivery for Youth and Young Adults with Marginalized Racial Identities. Presented to Association for People Supporting Employment First (APSE) National. Columbus, OH. 2023.
- Building Emotional Regulation Skills to Promote Employment Success for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health Conditions. Presented to Association for People Supporting Employment First (APSE) National. Columbus, OH. 2023.
- Promoting Successful Engagement & Employment for Individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder. Presented to Oregon Department of Human Services- Vocational Rehabilitation, Vocational Rehabilitation Learning Collaborative. Oregon- Seaside/Medford. 2023.
- Understanding the Needs of Individuals with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health Conditions. Presented to Oregon Department of Human Services- Vocational Rehabilitation, Vocational Rehabilitation Learning Collaborative. Oregon- Seaside/Medford. 2023.
- Practical Strategies for Promoting Student Mental Health and Wellness. Presented to Council for Exceptional Children. Virtual. 2023.
- Improving Mental Health Service Delivery for Youth and Young Adults with Marginalized Racial Identities. Presented to Illinois Center for Transition Work (ICTW). Champaign, IL. 2023.
- Strategies for Becoming a Trauma-Sensitive VR Professional. Presented to ACCES-VR. virtual. 2023.
- Improving Mental Health Service Delivery for Youth and Young Adults with Marginalized Racial Identities. Presented to National Youth Employment Coalition. Indianapolis, IN. 2023.
- Improving Mental Health Service Delivery for Youth and Young Adults with Marginalized Racial Identities. Presented to National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP). Virtual. 2023.
- Improving Mental Health Service Delivery for Youth and Young Adults with Marginalized Racial Identities. Presented to National Association of Workforce Boards (NAWB). Washington, D.C. . 2023.
- Navigating the CAPE-Youth Website. Presented to Office on Disability and Employment Policy (ODEP). Virtual . 2023.
- Youth Engagement in Transition Planning. Presented to Council for Exceptional Children. Louisville, KY. 2023.
- Research to Practice Deep Dive: Practical Classroom Strategies to Promote Student Mental Health and Wellness. Presented to Council for Exceptional Children. Louisville, KY. 2023.
- Teaching and Modeling Emotional Regulation Strategies to Promote Work Wellness. Presented to Oregon Department of Human Services. Eugene, Oregon. 2023.
- Trauma-Informed and Culturally Responsive Transition Practices to Address Intersectional Needs of Youth and Young Adults with Disabilities. Presented to Texas A&M University Centoer on Disability and Development. Denton, TX. 2023.
- Mental Health Series Module 3: Working with I-CAP Participants with Mental Health Conditions. Presented to Oregon Health and Human Services-Vocational Rehabilitation. virtual. 2023.
- Mental Health Series Module 2: Emotional Regulation Strategies to Promote Staff Wellness. Presented to Oregon Health and Human Services-Vocational Rehabilitation. virtual. 2023.
- Mental Health Series Module 1: Strategies for Fostering Safety in the Midst of Challenging Work. Presented to Oregon Health and Human Services-Vocational Rehabilitation. virtual. 2023.
- Understanding Anxiety and Related Disorders (Impact on Employment). Presented to ACCES-VR. virtual. 2023.
- Panel on Youth and Student Mental Health. Presented to Council of State Govenments, SEED Project . Charlotte, NC. 2023.
- Teaching and Modeling Emotional Regulation Strategies to Promote Work Wellness. Presented to ACESS-VR (New York). virtual. 2023.
- Trauma-Informed Care and Cultural Responsiveness in Workforce Systems. Presented to The Consortia of Adminstrators for Native American Rehabilitation. Tulsa, OK. 2022.
- Maintaining Staff Wellness in the Midst of Challenging Work. Presented to Oregon Department of Human Services- Vocational Rehabilitation. Virtual. 2022.
- Modeling and Teaching Wellness Strategies to Promote Workplace Success. Presented to ACCES-VR. Virtual. 2022.
- Understanding and Supporting Individuals Experiencing Anxiety. Presented to Oregon Department of Human Services- Vocational Rehabilitation. Virtual. 2022.
- Reimagining Worksforce Systems for Youth and Young Adults with Disabilities Through Trauma-Informed Care and Cultural Responsiveness. Presented to AUCD. Little Rock, AS. 2022.
- Mental Health Service Delivery with Youth and Young Adults with Disabilities Pursuing Employment. Presented to DCDT. Little Rock, AS. 2022.
- Reimagining Worksforce Systems for Youth and Young Adults with Disabilities Through Trauma-Informed Care and Cultural Responsiveness. Presented to DCDT. Little Rock, AS. 2022.
- Understanding and Supportinig Individuals with Executive Function Difficulties. Presented to NYS Consortium for Advancing and Supporing Employment. virtual. 2022.
- Improving Mental Health Service Delivery for Youth and Young Adults with Marginalized Racial Identities. Presented to Office of Disability and Employment Policy (ODEP). virtual. 2022.
- Reimagining Worksforce Systems for Youth and Young Adults with Disabilities Through Trauma-Informed Care and Cultural Responsiveness. Presented to Alaska Statewide Independent Living Council & Alaska Workforce Investment Board. Anchorage, AK. 2022.
- Teaching and Modeling Emotional Regulation Strategies to Promote Work Wellness. Presented to Oregon Department of Human Services. Eugene, Oregon. 2022.
- Promoting Successful Engagement and Employment for Individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder and Other Personality Disorders. Presented to Oregon Department of Human Services. Eugene, Oregon. 2022.
- The Impact of Trauma on the Brain, Body and Behavior: Part 1. Presented to Best Buddies, JOBS team. virtual. 2022.
- Showing Up as Your Best Self: Simple Counseling Strategies for Maintaining Wellness During Challenging Life Circumstances. Presented to ILR School, Cornell University. Ithaca, NY. 2022.
- Navigating Conversations with Colleagues and Peers About Mental Health: Preparing for Disclosure in Employment. Presented to Best Buddies International. Virtual. 2022.
- Promoting Wellness During Difficult Times. Presented to Transcen, Inc.. Virtual. 2022.
- Supporting Workplace Wellness: Leading By Modeling. Presented to Association of People Seeking Employment First, New York Branch. 2022.
- Understanding and Supporting Individuals Experiencing Anxiety. Presented to Best Buddies International. Virtual. 2022.
- When Candles and Yoga Aren't Enough: Taking Wellness to the Next Level. Presented to Transcen, Inc.. Virtual. 2022.
- Wellness and Vicarious Trauma . Presented to Oregon VR Learning Collaborative. virtual. 2022.
- Becoming a Trauma-Sensitive VR Professional . Presented to Oregon VR Learning Collaborative. virtual. 2022.
- Understanding and Supportinig Individuals with Executive Function Difficulties. Presented to ACCES-VR. virtual. 2022.
- Long-COVID and Mental Health Considerations for Workforce Systems Serving Youth. Presented to CAPE Youth. Denver, Colorado. 2022.
- Addressing the Needs of Youth with Disabilities & Other Intersecting Identities: State Strategies for Program Design & Implementation. Presented to National Association of People Supporting Employment First. Denver, Colorado. 2022.
- Reimagining Workforce Systems for Youth & Young Adults with Disabilities through Trauma-Informed Care & Cultural Responsiveness . Presented to National Association of People Supporting Employment First. Denver, Colorado. 2022.
- Impact of Trauma on the Body, Brain and Behavior. Presented to Oregon VR Learning Collaborative. virtual. 2022.
- Understanding and Supportinig Individuals with Executive Function Difficulties. Presented to ACCES-VR. virtual. 2022.
- Understanding and Supportinig Individuals with Executive Function Difficulties. Presented to Oregon VR Learning Collaborative. virtual. 2022.
- Understanding and Supportinig Individuals with Bipolar Disorder in the VR Setting. Presented to Oregon VR Learning Collaborative. virtual. 2022.
- Understanding and Supportinig Individuals with Bipolar Disorder in the VR Setting. Presented to ACCES-VR, VR-TED Project. virtual. 2022.
- Understanding and Supporting Individuals with Anxiety (in Employment). Presented to Oregon VR Learning Collaborative. virtual. 2022.
- Reimagining Workforce Systems for Youth and Young Adults with Disabilities through Trauma-Informed Care and Cultural Responsiveness. Presented to Division on Career Development and Transition. Myrtle Beach, Florida. 2022.
- Understanding Anxiety and Related Disorders (Impact on Employment). Presented to ACCES-VR. virtual. 2022.
- Supporting Successful Employment & Community Inclusion for Individuals with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Experiencing Mental Health Symptoms . Presented to Best Buddies, International. virtual. 2022.
- Reimagining Workforce Systems for Youth and Young Adults with Disabilities through Trauma-Informed Care and Cultural Responsiveness. Presented to Oregon Department of Education, Oregon Association of Vocational Support Needs Personnel, Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation, and Oregon Youth Transition Program. virtual. 2022.
- Supporting Employment for Youth Involved in the Justice and Foster Care Systems. Presented to Youth Re-CONNECT and FIP Grants (YTI). virtual. 2022.
- Preventing Retraumatization in Systems for Justice-Involved Youth. Presented to Warren County Y-ReCONNECTS Community of Practice. Virtual. 2022.
- Considering Disability and Behavior in Working With Justice-Involved Youth. Presented to Y-ReCONNECTS. virtual. 2021.
- Applying the Trauma-Informed Care Lens to Working with Youth Involved in the Juvenile Justice System. Presented to Warren County Community of Practice- Y-ReCONNECT project. virtual. 2021.
- The Intersection of Disability and Trauma: Promoting Access to Work for Individuals with Multiple Risk Factors. Presented to Tompkins County Workforce New York. virtual. 2021.
- Wellness Planning (Achieving Balance). Presented to Best Buddies International (All Programs). Virtual. 2021.
- Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace. Presented to Best Buddies International, JOBS team. Virtual. 2021.
- Overview of Understanding your Child's IEP Process for Parents. Presented to Office of Special Education Educational Partnership. 2021.
- COVID-19 Responsive Materials Series: Supporting Educational Organizations in the Midst of COVID-19: Creating an Action Plan for the Fall (Module 2/3). Presented to Office of Special Education Educational Partnership. 2020.
- Introduction to Self-Determination for Students with Disabilities. Presented to North Country Regional Partnership Center . webinar. 2020.
- Viewing Mentor Relationships Through the Lens of Trauma-Informed Care. Presented to Center for Champions. Harrisburg, PA. 2020.
- Facilitating a Trauma-Informed Care Virtual School Culture During COVID-19. Presented to NYS Office of Special Education Partnership. webinar. 2020.
- COVID-19 Responsive Materials Series Creating a Trauma-Informed Virtual School Culture Throughout COVID-19 and the Aftermath. Presented to Office of Special Education Educational Partnership. 2020.
- COVID-19 Responsive Materials Series Responding to COVID-19 Through a Trauma-Informed Lens: Modeling Healthy Practices at All Levels - Part Two. Presented to Office of Special Education Educational Partnership. 2020.
- COVID-19 Responsive Materials Series Responding to COVID-19 Through a Trauma-Informed Lens: Modeling Healthy Practices at All Levels - Part 1. Presented to Office of Special Education Educational Partnership. 2020.
- Data and Transition - How They Intersect . Presented to Office of Special Education Educational Partnership. 2020.
- Engaging Adolescents and Emerging Adults in the Vocational Rehabilitation Process. Presented to Youth Technical Assistance Center (Y-TAC). webinar. 2020.
- Engaging Adolescents & Emerging Adults in Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Presented to Youth Technical Assistance Center (YTAC). webinar . 2020.
- TAP for Transition Hangout: How Transition and Behavior Intersect. Presented to NYS Office of Special Education Partnership (OSE). webinar. 2020.
- Motivational Interviewing with Youth in the VR Setting. Presented to Youth Technical Assistance Center. 2019.
- Applying Trauma-Informed Practices to Work with Youth in the VR Setting. Presented to Youth Technical Assistance Center (YTAC). Webex. 2019.
- Heading for the Home Stretch: Preparing for the Closeout of PROMISE. Presented to PROMISE. web. 2019.
- Serving SSI Youth: Lessons learned from PROMISE - Case Management Essentials. Presented to Council for Exceptional Children Division on Autism & Developmental Disabilities (DADD). Maui, Hawaii. 2019.
- Taxonomy for Critical Case Management for Youth Receiving SSI. Presented to DADD. Maui, HI. 2019.
- Embracing Work As Part of the MH Recovery Process. Presented to Cornell University. OMH NYC. 2018.
- How To Not Have a Job Coach Forever: Building Skills and Supports to Promote Independence in the Workplace for YA with Disabilities. Presented to Cornell University. OMH NYC. 2018.
- Taking Case Management to the Next Level: Building Critical Reflection and Case Conceptualization Skills. Presented to Cornell University. OMH NYC. 2018.
- Understanding Cultural Intersectionality, Shame and Cultural Humility. Presented to Cornell University. OMH NYC. 2018.
- Discussing Sex and Other Difficult Topics with Young Adults. Presented to Cornell University. OMH NYC. 2018.
- Protecting Yourself from Vicarious Trauma. Presented to Cornell University. OMH NYC. 2018.
- Understanding the Lifelong Impact of Trauma and Attachment. Presented to Cornell University. OMH NYC. 2018.
- Helping Young Adults Understand and Prepare for Disability Disclosure. Presented to Cornell University. OMH NYC. 2018.
- Preparing Youth and Families for Uncertain Future with MH Diagnosis. Presented to Cornell University. OMH NYC. 2018.
- Supporting Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disoerder for the World of Work. Presented to Cornell University. OMH NYC. 2018.
- Supporting Students with Substance Use Issues. Presented to Cornell University. OMH NYC. 2018.
- Tools & Strategies for Providing Effective I&R Services. Presented to Cornell University. OMH NYC. 2018.
- Collaborative Partnerships That Work in Supporting Student Transitions to Adulthood. Presented to OSEP. Washington D.C.. 2018.
- Jobs Info Tab, CG Closeout, and Defining New Roles for PROMISE CM. Presented to NYS PROMISE. web. 2018.
- Keeping Your Foot on the Gas: RDS Staff. Presented to PROMISE. Saratoga Springs, NY. 2018.
- PROMISE Idol: Creating Bridges to Future Success. Presented to PROMISE. Saratoga Springs, NY. 2018.
- Serving IG Youth & Family Year 5 and Beyond. Presented to PROMISE. Saratoga Springs, NY. 2018.
- Working with Emerging Adults. Presented to PROMISE. Saratoga Springs, NY. 2018.
- Setting the Stage to a Therapeutic Ending to the Helping Relationship. Presented to Arkansas PROMISE. webinar. 2018.