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• Medications for Mental Illness: What Therapists Need to Know

  • When
    04/19/2024
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Children's Services Council 2300 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach, FL 33426

  
  

  Medications for Mental Illness: What Therapists Need to Know

  Jessica Turner, M.D.

  As a therapist, you may be wondering how medication can fit into your treatment plan with your clients. Medication is often an effective treatment for mental illness, especially when used in combination with therapy.

  There are many types of medications that are commonly used to treat mental illness, and the best medication for a particular client will depend on their individual needs. To help clients manage their expectations, it is important to understand when medication might be appropriate, and how medication will be utilized in their everyday life. This presentation will provide a primer for therapists to understand what is relevant for your everyday practice. 

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Describe the benefits of medication in combination with therapy.
  2. Identify the different types of medications that are commonly used to treat mental illness.
  3. Discuss the risks of medication, such as side effects and drug interactions.
  4. Describe which patients may benefit from genetic testing or blood work.
  5. Discuss the importance of managing the patient's expectations about medication.

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  Jessica Turner, M.D. is a concierge psychiatrist with experience treating anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions in adults. She completed her undergraduate studies in neuroscience at Trinity University, where she conducted eating disorder prevention research. She then went on to earn her master's degree from the University of North Texas and her medical degree from Texas Tech University. Dr. Turner completed her psychiatry residency training at Brown University, where she served as an educator and teacher to medical students. 

  Dr. Turner currently provides concierge mental health care for patients seeking to improve their mental health and well-being. She takes a collaborative approach to medication management, working with counselors and therapists to ensure that medications are both thoughtful and appropriate for each patient’s individual needs.

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• Navigating Divorce and the Emotional Consequences for Parents and Children

  • When
    05/17/2024
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Children's Services Council 2300 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach, FL 33426

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  Navigating Divorce and the Emotional Consequences for Parents and Children

  Carolina Gaviria, LMHC, NCC, CEDS-S
  and Ara Mascarenas, LMHC
  

  Nobody gets married thinking that they will get divorced. However, divorce is a reality that affects many families in the U.S. and requires continued support to address the emotional impact on family members, especially children. In this presentation, you will gain insight into the effects of divorce on children's attachment and explore their grief and loss process. You'll learn how parent guilt can impact parenting, boundaries, and discipline, and the issues that may arise during the transition from divorce. Finally, you'll discover creative interventions to engage children & teens during the therapeutic process to help them rebuild their lives.

  Learning Objectives: 

  1.     Understand the effects that divorce can have on attachment in children and teens.

  2.     Explore how children and teens go through grief and loss during a divorce. 

  3.     Identify how parent guilt may impact parenting, boundary setting, and discipline.

  4.     Describe issues that may arise from transitioning from divorce and bring accountability to the parenting agreement. 

  5.     Learn creative interventions to engage and work with children.

  2.0 General CEU Hours

  Carolina Gaviria, LMHC, NCC, CEDS-S

  I’m a bilingual/Spanish licensed mental health counselor, a national certified counselor, a certified eating disorders specialist and ieadp approved supervisor as well as certified EMDR therapist. I am committed to helping and supporting children, teens, and adults find freedom and inner peace from their eating disorder, depression, anxiety, and trauma.

  I understand the concern about a loved one’s well-being when they are sad and anxious sometimes restricting, binging, and purging, or using drugs to self-medicate. I know how difficult it is for that person to just stop or change, especially when they don’t really know how. This is why I focus not only on the problem but also the solution teaching clients coping strategies and new ways of seeing the situation they are in. Depression and anxiety can create a cyclic pattern very difficult to break and eating disorders and addictions can become a very unhealthy coping mechanism to deal with inner pain.

  As the co-founder of Home for Balance Psychotherapy Group, LLC and the Food & Mood Institute, I strongly believe in full recovery and the power of family and teamwork. I have over 20 years of experience as a mental health counselor, and I currently practice in the Coconut Creek area and online via secure platform. In my private practice I hold sessions in both, English and Spanish, and offer flexible hours. I’m very approachable and provide a safe and comfortable environment for clients to be themselves, while fully exploring the concerns that bring them to counseling. I’m also aware that every individual is different and offer personalized services to help you achieve your goals.

  During the past 15 years I have specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of eating disorders, addictions and trauma. I also sit at the board of the International Association for Eating Disorders Professionals South Florida Chapter (iaedp) and have presented at numerous conferences on the impact of eating disorders. I’m committed to support individuals and families affected by eating disorders, and serve as a catalyst for education, prevention, and access to quality care.

  Ara Mascarenas, LMHC
  

  I am a dedicated pre-licensed mental health therapist with a master’s degree from Nova Southeastern University. I have a wealth of experience in diverse clinical settings, including schools, clinics, and outpatient services. My focus has been on addressing mental health concerns, fostering healthy development, promoting social-emotional learning, and enhancing executive functioning skills.

  Specializing in working with children aged 4 to 18, as well as young adults, I possess a deep understanding of the unique challenges and developmental needs that arise during these crucial stages of life. As a bilingual clinician fluent in both English and Spanish, I can effectively communicate and connect with clients from different cultural backgrounds, fostering a sense of comfort and understanding.

  My passion lies in working with children and adolescents facing a range of issues, including behavior challenges, navigating divorce, recovering from traumatic experiences, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I provide compassionate and tailored support to facilitate healing and growth.

  Additionally, I value community involvement and I sit on the board of the Mental Health Counselors Association of Palm Beach.

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• Out of the Woods: Healing From Abusive Young Adult Programming

  • When
    06/14/2024
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Children's Services Council 2300 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach, FL 33426

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  Out of the Woods: Healing From Abusive Young Adult Programming

  Kevin Bandy: ICADC, CAP and 

  Ivo Dimov: LCSW-QS, CAP 

  Description:  This presentation delves into specialized therapeutic strategies for mental health professionals treating young adults who have endured traumatic experiences within wilderness programs or therapeutic communities, as well as the impact on the family system. We’ll discuss identifying signs of trauma from abusive treatment practices and crafting a multi-faceted therapeutic approach that includes family involvement. Our expert insights will guide therapists on fostering recovery through trust, trauma-informed care, and resilience techniques, empowering both survivors and their families towards a path of healing and growth. Attendees will gain insights into the unique challenges these patients face and learn effective interventions to support their journey towards recovery and empowerment.

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  CEU Workshop Agenda

  11:00 am Registration and networking
  11:30 am Self-introductions
  Noon Presentation starts 
  12:45 pm Lunch and networking
  1:15 pm Presentation continues
  2:15 pm Workshop ends
  

  2.0 General CEU Hours
  

  Kevin Bandy: ICADC, CAP - Co-Founder

  Kevin co-founded Voyage after two decades of experience in substance use disorder treatment. ​He had previously been Clinical Director at The Hanley Center. Beginning recovery from​​ substance use issues in 1990, Kevin did the hard work of figuring out how to be a teenager in sobriety, reuniting with his family, returning to high school, and finding his place in the local Twelve Step community.
  In 1997, he began his career in treatment, accepting an entry level position as peer staff in an adolescent treatment center. Since then Kevin has worked at all levels of care within the treatment continuum, from tech to Executive Director.

  Kevin’s passion is working with young men and their families, and he has developed multiple family recovery programs over his years in the field. He believes that recovery is possible for all members of the family and that long term remission must be a team effort. When he is not working with patients or families, you’ll find Kevin immersed in the experiential programming at Voyage. He's a passionate ambassador of recovery in the sun and saltwater of beautiful South Florida, and is committed to helping young men find and nurture their passion while in treatment.
  

  Ivo Dimov: LCSW-QS, CAP - Clinical Director 

  Ever since moving to the United States from his native Bulgaria, a small and beautiful country in southeastern Europe, Ivo has believed in the pursuit of happiness and freedom. For more than a decade, he has brought this passion into his work in the field of addiction.
  
  Ivo is a graduate of Florida Atlantic University, where he obtained his Master’s degree of Social work. He is a certified addiction professional, and is in the process of becoming a licensed clinical social worker. He has additional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, and is working on extending his clinical knowledge in the field of bio- and neurofeedback therapy techniques. He has gained valuable experience in many different levels of the field, such as a detox counselor, wellness and experiential activity coordinator, recovery advocate, counselor assistant, and a primary therapist.
  
  As a man in recovery, Ivo personally knows the transformative and healing power of the 12 steps process. He believes in the power of individual and group therapy in addressing cognitive distortions and negative beliefs that contribute to addiction disease. Ivo also has witnessed and believes in the neuroplasticity of the brain, a process which can be enhanced by innovative experiential activities and help young men overcome their addiction.
  

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• New Drugs Of Choice: Trending Substances to Beware of Today

  • When
    09/13/2024
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Farmers Table 1901 N Military Trl, Boca Raton, FL 33431

  New Drugs Of Choice: Trending Substances to Beware of Today

  Dr. Beau A. Nelson, DBH, LCSW

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  Learning Objectives: Coming soon

  CEU Workshop Agenda

  11:00 am Registration and networking
  11:30 am Self-introductions
  Noon Presentation starts 
  12:45 pm Lunch and networking
  1:15 pm Presentation continues
  2:15 pm Workshop ends
  

  2.0 General CEU Hours
  

  Dr. Beau A. Nelson, DBH, LCSW

  Dr. Nelson is a passionate advocate for quality mental health and substance abuse treatment. As Chief Clinical Officer at FHE Health, a nationally recognized behavioral health treatment provider, he ensures quality, innovation, and comprehensive treatment for patients. Dr. Nelson has worked in the behavioral health field for more than 22 years. He has served as a clinical director, clinician, and supervisor for mental health programs in acute, sub-acute, and outpatient facilities, and in primary care. He has devoted his life to improving the professional practice as a professor, professional development instructor, consultant, clinical supervisor, and internship supervisor working with many universities and colleges. 

  He is also a widely recognized speaker, writer, and community advocate for mental health and substance abuse innovation in healthcare. He works closely with government entities, unions, employers, and community organizations to meet the behavioral health needs of their communities. He is also dedicated to working with first responders and addressing their unique needs through education, trainings, and crisis response. Dr. Nelson is a Doctor of Behavioral Health and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is a Board Approved Supervisor in Florida and Texas. He specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Integrated Behavioral Healthcare, maximizing medical, psychiatric, Neuroscience, and clinical interventions for maximum benefit.

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• Starry Nights: Non-suicidal Self-injury

  • When
    10/18/2024
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Children's Services Council 2300 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach, FL 33426

  Starry Nights: Non-suicidal Self-injury

  Erica Whitfield, MACP, DCC, LMHC

  Non-suicidal self-injury is self harm without the intention of taking one's life. In this dynamic presentation, we will delve into the world of non-suicidal self-injury and learn from individuals who are using self harm as a way to meet their psychological needs.

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify 8 different forms of self-harm.
  2. Explore underlying issues that lead to self injury.
  3. Discuss stress management and grounding techniques.
  4. Learn and practice three therapeutic interventions to inspire hope in those who self injure.

  CEU Workshop Agenda

  11:00 am Registration and networking
  11:30 am Self-introductions
  Noon Presentation starts 
  12:45 pm Lunch and networking
  1:15 pm Presentation continues
  2:15 pm Workshop ends
  

  2.0 General CEU Hours

  Erica Whitfield, MACP, DCC, LMHC
  

  Erica Whitfield, MACP, DCC, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a master’s degree in counseling psychology from the University of North Florida. She is the Clinical Manager of Family Foundations, a nonprofit organization in Jacksonville, Florida, and has extensive experience developing therapeutic programs for children, adolescents, and adults. In addition, Erica currently serves on the Board of Directors of Mental Health America of Northeast Florida and the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association. She is also a strong mental health advocate and desires for all people to feel connected and be fulfilled with a sense of purpose.

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• Non-Binary: Understanding Sexuality, Gender Diversity and Alternative Sexual Lifestyles

  • When
    11/15/2024
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Children's Services Council 2300 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach, FL 33426

  Non-Binary:  Understanding Sexuality, Gender Diversity, and Alternative Sexual Lifestyles

  Dr. Carol Clark

  Abstract: Young adults are surrounded by conflicting messages on sexuality and sexual expression.  State legislatures, including Florida, have made it risky to identify as “other than gender assigned at birth”.  As therapists, it is critical that we understand a broad range of sexual preference and expression and build a language of acceptance and inclusion that lessens the suffering of those who present to us as such.  We need to understand especially the ways emerging young adults talk about and define themselves and “find their way” sexually.  This discussion/workshop will explore a broad range of topics including definitions of lesbian, bi-sexual, gay, transgender, gender dysphoria, non-binary as well as current and expected Florida legislative updates on these topics.   

  We will discuss forces that shape a person’s search for sexual identity, including birth gender and gender expression, traumatic events especially around “coming out/disclosure” and public statements of identity and sexual preference. 

  Important in this talk will be some of the Florida legislative changes that have made it difficult to Support LGBTQ population. 

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Define LGBTQ+
  2. Articulate the difference between sexuality and gender. 
  3. Define gender dysphoria.
  4. Explain a typical process of “transitioning.” 
  5. Explain when to refer a struggling client to different levels of care, including medical.

  CEU Workshop Agenda

  11:00 am Registration and networking
  11:30 am Self-introductions
  Noon Presentation starts 
  12:45 pm Lunch and networking
  1:15 pm Presentation continues
  2:15 pm Workshop ends
  

  2.0 General CEU Hours
  

  Dr. Carol Clark

  Dr. Carol Clark is a Board Certified Sex Therapist, Board Certified Transgender Care Therapist, and Certified Addictions Professional; CEO and senior instructor at the International Institute of Clinical Sexology, Sex Therapy Training Institute, and the Addictions Therapy Training Institute; and is the President of the International Transgender Certification Association and the Therapist Certification Association.

  After moving to Miami in 1990, Dr. Clark worked for Dade and Broward Counties, Family Court, substance abuse treatment agencies, and private practice. She has been a Continuing Education provider for nurses, psychologists, counselors and social workers throughout South Florida and is a Certified Supervisor for counseling interns.

  In her private practice, Dr. Clark utilizes a variety of interventions to effectively assist clients seeking personal growth and mental health in their lives. She is Certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and specializes in treating sex addiction and gender dysphoria.

  As she recognized a commonality in the people she saw over the years, which mirrored those issues she dealt with in her personal life, she conceptualized a way of looking at our highly stimulating lifestyles as the result of a perpetually addictive state that disconnects us from each other and the universal life force. It is from this personal growing awareness that she wrote her book Addict America: The Lost Connection – a life-altering guide for all people and an excellent clinical resource. Addict America: The Lost Connection describes and defines a new viewpoint as to the elemental nature of addiction and how it affects our brains. By understanding the fundamental nature of addiction and applying the healing strategies set forth in this book, readers will find themselves reestablishing Connections in their lives that seemed lost forever. www.DrCarolClark.com  www.AddictAmerica.net

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• Can I Do That? Legal, Ethical, and Clinical Considerations for Counselors and Psychological Testing

  • When
    12/13/2024
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Children's Services Council 2300 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach, FL 33426

  "Can I Do That?" Legal, Ethical, and Clinical Considerations for Counselors and Psychological Testing

  Aaron Norton, LMHC, LMFT

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  Learning Objectives: Coming soon

  CEU Workshop Agenda

  11:00 am Registration and networking
  11:30 am Self-introductions
  Noon Presentation starts 
  12:45 pm Lunch and networking
  1:15 pm Presentation continues
  2:15 pm Workshop ends
  

  2.0 General CEU Hours
  

  Aaron Norton, LMHC, LMFT

  Dr. Aaron Norton is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with certifications in addictions, alcohol and drug counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical mental health counseling, trauma treatment, forensic mental health evaluation, forensic behavioral analysis, and forensic psychometry. He serves as Executive Director of the National Board of Forensic Evaluators; Assistant Professor of Instruction at the University of South Dept. of Mental Health Law & Policy; Southern Regional Director, Ethics Committee Liaison, and International Counseling Task Force Chair for the American Mental Health Counselors Association; and Chair of the Government Relations Committee for the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association.  

  He co-authored the Forensic Evaluation section of the “AMHCA Standards for the Practice of Clinical Mental Health Counseling,” authored the proposal for AMHCA’s Clinical Mental Health Specialist in Forensic Evaluation (CMHS-FE) credential, served on the expert panel that created the standards and written exam for the Florida Certification Board’s Certified Telehealth Practitioner (CTP) credential, and has been published in several journals and professional magazines.  He has 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist, forensic examiner, and clinical supervisor.

  
  

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• Art, Play & Sandtray: Introduction to Experiential Therapies

  • When
    01/17/2025
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Children's Services Council 2300 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach, FL 33426

  Art, Play & Sandtray: Introduction to Experiential Therapies

  Marla Berger, LMHC, ATR, RPT-S, EMDR Trained, Eagala Advanced Certified, Natural Lifemanship Intensive Trained, PATH Int'l Certified TRI

  Description: 

  For many clinicians traditional talk therapy techniques were the only models taught in university....but there has to be another way, right? YES! This hands-on, interactive workshop will introduce clinicians to the power of art, play and sandtray therapies. The theory behind doing, materials needed and theoretical underpinnings will be shared.  No boring lecture - just a ton of fun activities you can turn into game-changing sessions with clients. 

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Define Art, Play and Sandtray Therapies
  2. Identify at least 3 materials to use for each modality
  3. Understand the basic theoretical use of art, play and sandtray in therapy
  4. Incorporate at least three new techniques into their sessions for children, teens and adults

  CEU Workshop Agenda

  11:00 am Registration and networking
  11:30 am Self-introductions
  Noon Presentation starts 
  12:45 pm Lunch and networking
  1:15 pm Presentation continues
  2:15 pm Workshop ends
  

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  Marla Berger, LMHC, ATR, RPT-S, EMDR Trained, Eagala Advanced Certified, Natural Lifemanship Intensive Trained, PATH Int'l Certified TRI

  Marla Berger has been working with children, teens and adults providing experiential therapies since 2000.  After receiving her Bachelor’s Degree from University of Florida and her Master’s Degree in Art Therapy from University of Louisville, she began to specialize in working with children and their families.   She knows that working through traumatic experiences can be difficult to talk about, so incorporates art, play, sandtray and equine assisted services into her therapy program.  In the wake of the Parkland tragedy in 2018, she has been serving the community in supporting trauma and loss. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, Eagala Advanced Certified in Equine Assisted Services and Natural Lifemanship Intensive Trained Practitioner which is a Trauma-Focused Equine Assisted Psychotherapy modality. 
  

  Since 1999, Marla has been speaking locally and nationally on a variety of topics including how to incorporate experiential therapies for grief, loss and trauma. She frequently presents in her art & play therapy office on incorporating experiential modalities in Coral Springs, Florida. 

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• Obsessed: Demystifying the Diagnosis & Treatment of OCDs

  • When
    02/21/2025
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Children's Services Council 2300 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach, FL 33426

  Obsessed:  Demystifying the Diagnosis & Treatment of OCD

  Melanie Smith, PhD, LMHC, CEDS-C

  Description: 

  Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by obsessions (repetitive, intrusive, and distressing thoughts) and compulsions (repetitive behaviors or mental acts performed in response to the obsessions). It's important to note that treatment for OCD typically involves a combination of therapy, medication, and ongoing supportive measures and that most clinicians do not get specialized training in treating OCD as part of traditional clinical education.  While many clinicians may find treating individuals with OCD to be daunting and intimidating; quality evidence-based treatments, such as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) are available and highly effective in managing OCD symptoms and improving quality of life.  As OCD often co-occurs with other mental health conditions, this training will include considerations for differential diagnosis, as well as guidance on how to develop treatment plans when individuals experience co-morbid OCD, including the use of exposure and response prevention (ERP).

  Learning Objectives:

  1)      Participants will be able to assess clients for overlapping symptom presentations and differentiate OCD from other diagnoses.
  2)      Participants will be able to explain the rationale for utilizing emotional exposure strategies for the management of OCD symptoms.
  3)      Participants will be able to create an individualized exposure hierarchy using a sample case.
  

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  11:00 am Registration and networking
  11:30 am Self-introductions
  Noon Presentation starts 
  12:45 pm Lunch and networking
  1:15 pm Presentation continues
  2:15 pm Workshop ends
  

  2.0 General CEU Hours

  Melanie Smith, PhD, LMHC, CEDS-C
  

  Melanie Smith, PhD, LMHC, CEDS-C, is the Director of Training for The Renfrew Center. In this role, she is responsible for developing and implementing clinical training and programming that is consistent with emerging research and evidence-based practice. Dr. Smith is co-author of the peer-reviewed treatment manual and patient workbook, The Renfrew Unified Treatment Model for Eating Disorders and Comorbidity published by Oxford University Press. Dr. Smith is a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist and Approved Consultant and is a Certified Therapist & Trainer of the Unified Protocol for the Transdiagnostic Treatment of Emotional Disorders (UP).  She also maintains a telehealth private practice in the state of Florida specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety disorders & OCD, clinical supervision and consultation. 

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• No Escape: What SUDs and Neuroscience Teach Us About Living Our Best Lives

  • When
    03/14/2025
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Children's Services Council 2300 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach, FL 33426

  No Escape: What SUDs and Neuroscience Teach Us About Living Our Best Lives 

  Judith Grisel, Ph.D

  Description: 

  To be human is to be discontent. For as long as we’ve been on the planet, human beings have sought ways to dodge unpleasant experiences and improve lackluster ones. This tendency is responsible for all addictions, but is also the catalyst for many of our greatest achievements. Explore the evolutionary imperative that fosters “using”, as well as its benefits and costs, with Judy Grisel, a person in long-term recovery as well as a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Bucknell University.

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Illustrate how the brain ensures discontentedness to promote wellbeing
  2. Describe how addictive substances, as well as process addictions like overeating, gambling, or compulsive use of pornography, exploit and undermine brain circuits that are critical for a successful life
  3. Understand what the pandemic of ‘using’ has to teach us about coping effectively with suffering
  4. Brainstorm ways to help ourselves, and our clients, realize flourishing lives, even in the midst of pervasive angst

  CEU Workshop Agenda

  11:00 am Registration and networking
  11:30 am Self-introductions
  Noon Presentation starts 
  12:45 pm Lunch and networking
  1:15 pm Presentation continues
  2:15 pm Workshop ends
  

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  Judith Grisel, Ph.D
  

  Judy’s research on the use and abuse of recreational drugs began during adolescence. After hitting bottom and getting clean and sober in her twenties, she wondered “Why me?”.  On her journey to answer that question, she went on to earn a doctorate and is now an internationally recognized behavioral neuroscientist and a professor of psychology at Bucknell University with expertise in pharmacology and genetics. In 2019 Judy published a bestselling book Never Enough: The Neuroscience and Experience of Addiction, which has since garnered a worldwide audience.

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• The Four Relationship Styles: How Attachment theory can help you in your search for lasting love

  • When
    06/20/2025
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Children's Services Council 2300 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach, FL 33426

  The Four Relationship Styles: How Attachment theory can help you in your search for lasting love

  Anita Knight Kuhnley, Ph.D., LPC

  Description: 

  Attachment serves a regulatory function and is the part of the attachment behavioral system. This internal system is activated when we are under stress. Based on our autobiographical narrative and relationship blueprints we develop one of four relationship styles. Each style has unique strengths and challenges. Identifying your primary style and understanding the neurobiology of your style and how it influences emotional intelligence, emotion regulation, and the activation of sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system are critical. Many of the symptoms we see manifest in the counseling office are associated with attachment injuries, psychological insults, or relational trauma. Treatment interventions and assessments can be tailored to include research-based interventions from an attachment informed and trauma-informed approach. Participants will gain a tool kit of assessments and interventions to use that help promote secure attachment and emotion regulation.

  Learning Objectives:

  1.     Identify and assess the four attachment styles.
  2.     Assess activation of the attachment behavioral system and a typology of trauma responses.
  3.     Apply interventions from a tool kit of research-based techniques to enhance attachment security and emotion regulation.

  CEU Workshop Agenda

  11:00 am Registration and networking
  11:30 am Self-introductions
  Noon Presentation starts 
  12:45 pm Lunch and networking
  1:15 pm Presentation continues
  2:15 pm Workshop ends
  

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  Anita Knight Kuhnley, Ph.D., LPC

  Anita Knight Kuhnley, Ph.D., LPC is a highly reliable coder of the Adult Attachment Interview and is an Associate Professor of Counseling at Liberty University where she mentors a research team of students and faculty. She enjoys working with counseling students and helping them “make friends” with both the research and practice. She is also a recipient of the Liberty University Chancellor’s award for teaching excellence. Her research team investigates the science of relationships and emotion regulation for the advancement of counselor personal development including burnout prevention, attachment security, emotional intelligence, and empathy. Before working in private practice, residential addictions treatment, and college counseling, she was appointed to serve as an English instructor, and has always enjoyed writing. She is a blogger for The American Counseling Association and the author or co-author of multiple books including, The Four Relationship Styles: How attachment theory can help you in your search for lasting love (her most recent book), The Mister Rogers Effect: Seven secrets to bringing out the best in yourself and others from America’s beloved neighbor (which examines the impact of Mister Fred Rogers work through a psychological lens), Redeeming Attachment: A Counselor’s Guide to Facilitating Attachment to God and Earned Security, and Counseling Women to find out more please visit her website at www.dranitakuhnley.com or follow her on Instagram @the.empathetic.counselor.

  
  

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