*This workshop begins at 6:00PM* This workshop will offer insight to therapists on how to enable clients to meet their basic biopsychosocial needs independently in order to engage in positive behavior and strengthen mind-body connectedness. Today’s modern life structure is in constant fluctuation. As our social climate digresses it is not a far leap to assume that people’s psychological capacity […]

While patients typically present with physical health complaints to the ER, often somatic symptoms are medically unexplained. Research suggests that these visits could be triggered by underlying mental health or substance abuse issues. This workshop will discuss the effects of the medical and behavioral co-morbidity and provide insight into the struggles medical providers may have in managing these patients. Attendees […]

This course will define and explore the ethical mandate governing professional practice and promotion of Disability Justice & Culture. Participants will enjoy an overview of the ethical, historical, social and legislative framework surrounding developmental disabilities, the importance of language and promoting person-centered practice with the developmentally disabled population, and identifying ways to address ableism and advance neurodiversity, especially within the […]

This workshop explores issues that negatively impact every day therapeutic practice like microaggressions, dignity injury, and the experiences that leave clients feeling like they just had "bad therapy." This workshop will cover the interconnected dynamics of burnout, neurobiology, listening skills, and therapeutic voice. Attendees will learn how to refine their communication skills to minimize microaggressions and uphold dignity, fostering professional […]