A client tells their therapist that they wish someone was dead. How does a therapist ethically and legally handle this situation? Therapists have legal and ethical responsibilities to both their clients and greater society. Many mental health professionals face challenges determining the best course of action when clients make threats towards others. This workshop will…
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Speaker Bio: Kamina Ballard, began her career in 1996 volunteering at Camp Hope which is a worry-free weekend retreat for children living with HIV and their entire family under the umbrella of Project ARK, a HIV/AIDS service organization dedicated to support the needs of women, children and youth impacted by HIV/AIDS. From this volunteer opportunity,…
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The CDC reports that 45,979 people died by suicide in the United States in 2020, which is 1 death every 11 minutes. The loss of life in this manner is heartbreaking, unnecessary and it impacts all of us collectively. While death by suicide is multi-dimensional, research shows that mindfulness interventions can contribute to the reduction…
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In this session, the speaker will discuss mental, physical health linked to trauma as well as racial trauma on health and how these risks factors may increase psychosis. What should be done, evidence-based practices and a case study will be reviewed. Objectives: Presenter: Dr. Khalima Bolden is a licensed clinical psychologist and the Assistant Director…
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Mental health professionals have a profound responsibility to diagnose individuals in a way that is ethical and honors lived experiences. This presentation will benefit learners with a wide range of experience related to using the DSM. The goal is for beginners and those who are supervising, teaching, or mentoring individuals new to the mental health…
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Trauma symptoms in children can go largely unrecognized because they mimic other problems: frustration; acting out; or difficulty learning and concentrating, following directions, or working in a group. Trauma-informed teaching can help teachers identify core trauma symptoms and provide appropriate educational and emotional support to these students. This workshop will present an overview of the…
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