Presented by Dr. Bina Parekh This program was recorded on Friday, November 18, 2022 Access provided upon registration on “My Courses” page Mental health professionals routinely provide care to individuals with significant trauma histories. The incessant responsiveness and empathic regard that is required when giving care to trauma clients can result in the therapist being traumatized as well. This presentation will focus…
Presented by Amanda Tashjian, PhD, CRC, LPC (AZ, MI), LCPC (IL) This program was recorded on October 15, 2021 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page Historically, people with disabilities have been viewed as asexual beings whose sexuality and gender does not factor into identity, partnering, or the human experience. The lack of awareness of people with disabilities as…
Presented by Ciara Christensen, PhD This program was recorded on Friday, December 9, 2022 Access provided upon registration on “My Courses” page Many individuals continue to report needing to chart new emotional pathways through an assortment of tense situations (e.g. pandemic, riots, social unrest, escalating violence, war, etc.). Especially during the holidays, providers have a front row seat to higher reports…
Presented by Stephanie Buehler, MPW, PsyD, CST-S, IF This program was recorded on Friday, July 15th, 2022 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page The sexological ecosystem of each individual client or couple can be used to understand and assess the unique systemic interactions that contribute to sexual development and sexual health, as well as impediments to sexual pleasure and well-being.…
Presented by Rick Barnett, Psy.D., MSCP, LADC Recorded on Thursday, March 14th, 2024 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page Vermont has some of the highest suicide rates in the country as well as some of the highest drug overdose deaths in the country despite ranking as having good access to care and low prevalence of mental health conditions…
Presented by Dr. Susan Foster, Dr. Jaymie VanMeter, and Dr. Ruth Moore This program was recorded on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page According to the American Psychological Association (2022), the number of immigrant and undocumented youth make up a significant number of immigrant and undocumented populations. While the view of immigrants is mostly positive,…
Presented by Teresa Albizu, EdD and Gerardo Rodríguez-Menéndez, PhD, ABPP, MSCP Recorded live on Thursday, November 16th, 2023 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page Businesses, government agencies, non-profit, and educational organizations need leaders who can effectively navigate complex, changing situations, and get the job done. Leadership is a lifelong journey that starts with the self, building on strengths,…
Presented by Kate McNulty, LCSW, Olivia Belknap, M.S., and Erin Batali Friday, May 24, 2024 9-11am PT / 11am-1pm CT / 12-2pm ET Event held online via Zoom, link to access provided upon registration. There has been limited guidance for mental health clinicians about how COVID can impact the body, brain, and mental health—and how this fits into clinical practice. Research…
Presented by Eric Willmarth, PhD, Saybrook University This program was recorded on Friday, August 14, 2020 Access provided upon registration on “My Courses” page Hypnosis and hypnotic-like procedures have now been used for hundreds of years and yet myths and misunderstandings still seem to make therapists hesitate to add this useful modality to their skill set. This presentation will briefly review…
Presented by Martha Stark, MD Recorded on Friday, December 1st, 2023 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page "You have two lives – the one you're born into and the one you choose." 7-year-old Sean Reagan on the TV series "Blue Bloods" (2011) During our time together, I will be inviting you to engage both your analytical/logical (more cognitive)…
Presented by Raquel Savage, M.S., MFT Recorded on Friday, April 19, 2024 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page In this lesson, we will explore the diversity of sex workers and gain a deeper understanding of the various individuals who engage in this profession. It is important to approach this topic with an open mind and without judgment, as…
Presented by Scott Hoye, Psy.D. This program was recorded on Friday, May 12, 2023 Access provided upon registration on “My Courses” page Eastern mind/body techniques have been integrated into psychotherapy for several decades. The most prevalent of these is mindfulness meditation. Similarities between hypnosis and mindfulness have been noted. In recent years, there has also been an integration of the use…
Presented by Sabrina Brandon Ricks, Ph.D. This program was recorded on March 17, 2021 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page Suicide rates have risen in recent years among adolescents to the second leading cause of death in the United States. Although there have been multiple interventions introduced since 2010, one of the newest forms of intervention is via text…