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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Embark on a journey of discovery and skill development with our introductory training session on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Designed for mental health professionals seeking to deepen their understanding perhaps pursue in depth training in this transformative approach. This session covers the fundamental principles, history, and applications of EMDR. Participants will explore…
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The treatment of trauma continues to be a central focus in psychotherapy. This workshop is designed to explore specific resilience-based trauma therapy interventions for clients who have experienced trauma. The eight guides to trauma treatment will be presented along with core trauma competencies for clinicians. Cultural considerations in advanced trauma treatment will be discussed and…
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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: Peggy Reed-Lohmeyer is an LCSW in the state of Missouri. She earned her BSW from Columbia College in Columbia, Missouri & her MSW from University of Missouri-Columbia. She has worked in a variety of fields, including youth residential, outpatient mental health, home health & hospice, corrections, as well as providing consultations at a…
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This training on suicide intervention will explore key fundamentals of suicidality. Gain understanding of risk level and various motivations for the "suicide mode". Various treatment approaches will be discussed in depth, including CBT, DBT and ACT. Clinicians will be encouraged to examine their current practices around treating suicidality. Attention will be given to exploring the…
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