Art Therapy and Art as Therapy: The differences and how to practice each in professional counseling (0.75 CE HR)

The use of Art Therapy and expressive techniques as a specialist vs. a non-art therapy professionals.

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Cultural Competence with Queer Individuals (0.5 CE Hrs)

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Eating Disorders and Differential Diagnosis (0.5 CE HR)

This CE covers the diagnoses for eating and feeding disorders as defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V). Clinicians will gain confidence in assessing for disordered eating behavior, correctly diagnose EDs, and communicate a diagnosis to their clients.

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How To Write & Teach Continuing Education Course (0.75 CE HR)

Learn the secrets behind crafting engaging and informative continuing education courses in this interactive workshop!

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Intake Assessment Training

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Noticing Nature to Promote Well Being (0.75 CE HR)

We will review the research on how noticing nature, even in urban landscapes, can significantly improve well-being and openness to social connections. Participants will learn how to implement this research into self-care for mental health providers and clients.

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Safety training series: Legal, Ethical, and Clinical Considerations of Homicidality & FOID Reporting (0.75 CE Hrs)

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Safety training series: The Challenges of Engaging Suicidality (0.75 CE Hrs)

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Self-Care and Burnout: Caring for yourself while caring for others (0.5 CE Hrs)

As mental health providers, you are constantly caring for other people’s emotions and traumatic experiences. This way of listening and holding space requires tremendous energy. Self-Care is a necessary part of this profession and allows us to continue this work sustainably.

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Stages of Recovery & Trauma Therapies

This course will provide an overview of trauma, an explanation of the tenets of a trauma-informed approach, and an introduction to strategies clinicians can use to create a safe environment for any client, especially one with a trauma history.

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Supporting Parents Throughout the Perinatal Journey: Responding to Mental Health Needs, Trauma and Holding Hope (1.5 CE Hr)

This course focuses on supporting parents through the perinatal journey by addressing mental health needs, trauma, and fostering hope.

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The Diagnostic Process and Differential Diagnosis (Part 1) (0.5 CE HRs)

Going through the differential diagnostic process involves ruling out possible conditions in a hierarchic model. In other words, participants will go through the process of getting to the "root cause" or primary diagnosis for their work with clients in cases where there are several symptoms and behaviors.

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The Diagnostic Process and Differential Diagnosis (Part 2) (0.75 CE HRs)

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The Diagnostic Process and Differential Diagnosis (Part 3) (1 CE Hr)

Going through the differential diagnostic process involves ruling out possible conditions in a hierarchic model. In other words, participants will go through the process of getting to the "root cause" or primary diagnosis for their work with clients in cases where there are several symptoms and behaviors.

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The Ethics of Dual Relationships and How to Navigate Them in the Clinical Setting (0.5 CE)

A dual relationship occurs when a therapist encounters a second role with a client in addition to the professional relationship, such as being a part of the same social circles, business associates, neighborhood, or family members. Clinicians will learn what to do before, during and after an instance that involves a dual relationship.

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Trauma Disorders

This course will provide an overview of trauma, an explanation of the tenets of a trauma-informed approach, and an introduction to strategies clinicians can use to create a safe environment for any client, especially one with a trauma history.

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Trauma Informed Care

This course will provide an overview of trauma, an explanation of the tenets of a trauma-informed approach, and an introduction to strategies clinicians can use to create a safe environment for any client, especially one with a trauma history.

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Using Feedback Informed Therapy (FIT) Assessment in Clinical Practice to Build Rapport & Increase Clinical Outcomes 0.75 CE Hr

Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) is both a style of therapy and measurement tool to systematically assess the therapeutic alliance. It was designed by psychologist Scott Miller whose research interests include client retention, positive treatment outcomes, factors contributing to client change, and the therapeutic relationship.

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