The focus of this presentation the role Prescribing Psychologists can serve a role in addressing underserved areas, specifically rural Native American communities. We will explore how Prescribing Psychologists can help…
If deep and enduring psychodynamic change is the ultimate goal of treatment, then periodically juxtaposing seemingly contradictory “forces” (Hegel’s thesis and antithesis) will eventually jump-start the patient’s “adaptive recovery” by…
This webinar aims to define the new phrase of culturally-congruent hypnosis with the hopes that this will spark conversation and thought about how to more deeply tailor hypnosis to unique…
Child abuse reporting is a hard process and continues to be a challenge for clinicians, and many feel confused, guilty, or unsure on when to report. In the meantime, the…
Child abuse reporting is a hard process and continues to be a challenge for clinicians, and many feel confused, guilty, or unsure on when to report. In the meantime, the…
Disabled people face significantly higher risk of interpersonal violence and sexual assault than those who are not disabled. Autistic people experience higher rates of bullying by peers and maltreatment by…
The devastation of addiction cuts a wide swath through the lives of those struggling with substance use disorders and those who love them. The dreaded midnight phone call bearing bad…
A description of the history of hypnosis usually follows the path of Western influences on medicine and psychology. Tracing the development of modern hypnosis from Anton Mesmer to our current…
Findings from psychological, biomedical, and social sciences make it clear that we cannot ignore the role of the body and nervous system in trauma treatment (Porges, 2022; Schore, 2021). Somatic…
Couples therapy requires a neutral stance by the therapist in order to maintain rapport with both parties. Yet therapists have often regarded autistic partners as stunted in their ability to…
Autistic people are more vulnerable to traumatic experiences than the general population. Due to heightened sensitivities and lack of social support, their trajectory of healing from trauma is prolonged and…
Everybody deserves to experience a healthy, satisfying sex life, if they choose to do so. Many times, marginalized groups (i.e., neurodivergent, disabled), are ‘desexualized’ through mainstream media sources that promote…
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…
As we grow in our understanding of trauma and adversity we are recognizing how common it is. It’s important for us to not only understand the trauma and resilience of…
The new CMS guidelines allow Mental Health Counselors and Marriage & Family Therapists to join as Participating Medicare practitioners! For these credentials, the Providers must be licensed at the Master’s…
As mental health professionals, you understand far better than most people do about the effects that harassment can have on individuals. Harassment of any kind, including sexual harassment, is illegal…
In America, Black and Indigenous Persons of Color (BIPOC) and women are often forgotten and unseen. A history of oppression through slavery, misogyny and social systems have been well-documented since…
The second segment in the ethics workshops covers the unique ethical considerations in using hypnosis in telehealth practice, using hypnosis with diverse groups, and ethics related to exaggerated claims for…
The first segment in the ethics workshops will provide an overview of medical ethics, with basic principles endorsed by most behavioral and health professionals, including beneficence, non-maleficence, autonomy, justice, and…
Descriptions and definitions of stress and anxiety in children will be presented, with particular emphasis on their increasing prevalence. These two problem areas greatly impact children's biopsychosocial health. Common stress-related…