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Attend Our Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Workshop June 26-27
Registration is now open for the upcoming Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Workshop, hosted by the Suicide Prevention Training Institute. Be the one who listens. Be the one who shows up. Be the one who helps save a life. Be the one who brings hope. This two-day, evidence-based training empowers individuals to recognize when…
Read MoreMarch 2026 Community ASIST Workshop
The Suicide Prevention Training Institute is proud to announce the successful completion of our most recent Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training Workshop. This important milestone reflects not only the time and effort each participant dedicated throughout the training but also a shared commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Throughout the…
Read More6th Annual Reeling in Stigma Hosted by Love IV Lawrence
The Suicide Prevention Training Institute was privileged to participate in the 6th Annual Reeling in Stigma, hosted by Love IV Lawrence. The event brought together community members and advocates focused on mental health awareness and challenging stigma to create a mentally healthy community.
Read MoreFlorida Suicide Prevention Suicide Coalition’s 10th Annual Statewide Conference
The Suicide Prevention Training Institute was honored to participate in the Florida Suicide Prevention Coalition’s 10th Annual Statewide Suicide Prevention Conference on February 23-25, 2026, at the Hyatt Place Tampa Wesley Chapel, Florida. During the conference, Dr. T.C. Copper, Executive Director, had the opportunity to network with organizations in attendance to further the SPTI mission.
Read MoreCongratulations to the Latest ASIST Participants!
The Suicide Prevention Training Institute hosted a Community Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Workshop for the Greater Tampa Bay Community. Ten new Community Partners are now equipped with the tools and confidence to have that difficult conversation with someone with thoughts of suicide. The attendees’ commitment to fostering empathy, understanding effective intervention strategies, promoting…
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Read MoreCongratulations to the latest ASIST participants!
Their commitment to fostering empathy, understanding effective intervention strategies, promoting help-seeking behaviors, and providing support to those in need is truly exemplary. The Greater Tampa Bay Community now has 8 more prevention and intervention-trained individuals dedicated to making a difference in someone’s life. Please consider joining us for our next ASIST Workshop, September 26 –…
Read MoreSgt. Anthony Patrick Muhlstadt Memorial Foundation Ruck Walk
The Suicide Prevention Training Institute was honored to participate in the Sgt. Anthony Patrick Muhlstadt Defender 2.2 Mile Ruck/Walk & 5.5k on June 7 th 2025. The Foundation hosted its annual event, a powerful community gathering to honor the life and legacy of Marine Sgt. Anthony Patrick Muhlstadt, who tragically lost his life to suicide…
Read MoreDr. Derrick “TC” Copper Honored as a Tampa Bay Lightning Community Hero!
Dr. Derrick “TC” Copper Honored as a Tampa Bay Lightning Community Hero! Link to NHL Press Release We are thrilled to share the news that our very own Dr. Derrick “TC” Copper, the Executive Director of SPTI, has been named a Tampa Bay Lightning Community Hero! This recognition comes with a grant which will help…
Read MoreNext SPTI Training is June 28th & 29th!
Join us for our next LivingWorks ASIST workshop! At a LivingWorks ASIST workshop, you’ll learn how to prevent suicide by recognizing signs, providing a skilled intervention, and developing a safety plan to keep someone alive. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/905009055447?aff=oddtdtcreator Our next training session will take place on June 28th and 29th, 2024, at St. James United…
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