For Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Educational Psychologists licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, the board accepts courses by NBCC approved providers. Continued has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7484. To find approved courses, select NBCC from the Association menu.
The California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators (CAADE) Addiction Counselor Certification Board of California (ACCBC) requires provider approval. Continued is an approved provider #CP40 206 C 0422. To find approved courses, select ACCBC from the Association menu.
The CADTP California SUD Counselor Certification Agency (CADTP) requires provider approval. Continued is an approved provider #241. To find approved courses, select CADTP from the Association menu.
The California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) requires provider approval. Continued is an approved provider #OS-24-224-0426. To find approved courses, select CCAPP from the Association menu.
For all other professionals, please check with your state board for current requirements. Professionals are responsible for ensuring that they complete courses relevant to their credential and scope of practice.
1/counseling/ceus/course/exposure-with-response-prevention-for-1792Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP) for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)For generalists, the ability to effectively recognize OCD and know when to refer when it is outside the scope of what they are able to provide is an essential skill. This course will help clinicians both build confidence in recognizing and diagnosing OCD as well as develop essential tools for understanding evidence-based practice for treating OCD. The training will discuss the ethics of providing different modalities with OCD, as well as support the clinician's capacity for recognizing the symptom presentation. The training will also support clinicians in working functionally rather than becoming entrenched in content, a vital skill for any clinician.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingExposure with Response Prevention (ERP) for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)For generalists, the ability to effectively recognize OCD and know when to refer when it is outside the scope of what they are able to provide is an essential skill. This course will help clinicians both build confidence in recognizing and diagnosing OCD as well as develop essential tools for understanding evidence-based practice for treating OCD. The training will discuss the ethics of providing different modalities with OCD, as well as support the clinician's capacity for recognizing the symptom presentation. The training will also support clinicians in working functionally rather than becoming entrenched in content, a vital skill for any clinician.1792OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.0 General; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Techniques, Knowledge Of Psychiatric Factors, Initiation Of Treatment, CE Broker #20-1221096; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; IACET/0.1; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Clinical Intake And Screening, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Plan, Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
For generalists, the ability to effectively recognize OCD and know when to refer when it is outside the scope of what they are able to provide is an essential skill. This course will help clinicians both build confidence in recognizing and diagnosing OCD as well as develop essential tools for understanding evidence-based practice for treating OCD. The training will discuss the ethics of providing different modalities with OCD, as well as support the clinician's capacity for recognizing the symptom presentation. The training will also support clinicians in working functionally rather than becoming entrenched in content, a vital skill for any clinician.
2/counseling/ceus/course/american-society-culture-and-mental-1801American Society, Culture, and Mental HealthIn this course, central paradigms of Western societies will be explored in relation to their impact on social, emotional, and mental health. The influence of Western culture on medical models is discussed, including its impact on shaping how mental illness is viewed and addressed in society.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingAmerican Society, Culture, and Mental HealthIn this course, central paradigms of Western societies will be explored in relation to their impact on social, emotional, and mental health. The influence of Western culture on medical models is discussed, including its impact on shaping how mental illness is viewed and addressed in society.1801OnlinePT60M
CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Social And Cultural Foundations, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1220044; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Generic; IACET/0.1; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
In this course, central paradigms of Western societies will be explored in relation to their impact on social, emotional, and mental health. The influence of Western culture on medical models is discussed, including its impact on shaping how mental illness is viewed and addressed in society.
3/counseling/ceus/course/introduction-to-body-focused-repetitive-1793Introduction to Body-Focused Repetitive BehaviorsThis course will provide foundational knowledge for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRB), the often overlooked, much stigmatized cousin of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). This course will address common misconceptions about BFRBs, as well as support clinicians in enhancing their clinical skills in the diagnosis and treatment of BFRBs by discussing the use of habit reversal training, functional behavioral analysis, and the Comprehensive Behavioral Model (ComB), developed by Charles Mansueto.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingIntroduction to Body-Focused Repetitive BehaviorsThis course will provide foundational knowledge for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRB), the often overlooked, much stigmatized cousin of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). This course will address common misconceptions about BFRBs, as well as support clinicians in enhancing their clinical skills in the diagnosis and treatment of BFRBs by discussing the use of habit reversal training, functional behavioral analysis, and the Comprehensive Behavioral Model (ComB), developed by Charles Mansueto.1793OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.0 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Theories, Counseling Techniques, Knowledge Of Psychiatric Factors, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1217672; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
This course will provide foundational knowledge for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRB), the often overlooked, much stigmatized cousin of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). This course will address common misconceptions about BFRBs, as well as support clinicians in enhancing their clinical skills in the diagnosis and treatment of BFRBs by discussing the use of habit reversal training, functional behavioral analysis, and the Comprehensive Behavioral Model (ComB), developed by Charles Mansueto.
4/counseling/ceus/course/unpacking-transforming-and-healing-shame-1790Unpacking, Transforming and Healing Shame: Clinical Interventions for Mental Health PractitionersThis course is the second course of a two-part series that focuses on the powerful topic of shame, offering mental health practitioners insights and tools to support clients in overcoming shame-related challenges. Participants explore the underlying causes of and expressions of shame, cultural and societal influences on shame, the role shame plays in sustaining oppression, the relationship between shame and addiction, and a range of modalities available for effective practice.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingUnpacking, Transforming and Healing Shame: Clinical Interventions for Mental Health PractitionersThis course is the second course of a two-part series that focuses on the powerful topic of shame, offering mental health practitioners insights and tools to support clients in overcoming shame-related challenges. Participants explore the underlying causes of and expressions of shame, cultural and societal influences on shame, the role shame plays in sustaining oppression, the relationship between shame and addiction, and a range of modalities available for effective practice.1790OnlinePT61.0002M
CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Theories, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1207034; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Counseling Theories; IACET/0.1; IL (ICB)/1.0 Counselor I, Counselor II, Preventionist I, Preventionist II, CARS I, CARS II, CODP I, CODP II, PCGC II, CCJP II, CAAP I, CRSS I, CRSS II, CPRS I, CPRS II, MAATP I, MAATP II, CFPP II, CVSS II; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
This course is the second course of a two-part series that focuses on the powerful topic of shame, offering mental health practitioners insights and tools to support clients in overcoming shame-related challenges. Participants explore the underlying causes of and expressions of shame, cultural and societal influences on shame, the role shame plays in sustaining oppression, the relationship between shame and addiction, and a range of modalities available for effective practice.
5/counseling/ceus/course/effects-parental-loss-on-postpartum-1841The Effects of Parental Loss on the Postpartum Journey: Implications for CounselingThis course will identify best intervention practices to assist clinicians with how to properly navigate mothers who have experienced PPD and parental loss. In addition, it will identify implications for practice and recommendations when working with postnatal patients.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingThe Effects of Parental Loss on the Postpartum Journey: Implications for CounselingThis course will identify best intervention practices to assist clinicians with how to properly navigate mothers who have experienced PPD and parental loss. In addition, it will identify implications for practice and recommendations when working with postnatal patients.1841OnlinePT61.0002M
ASWB ACE/1.25 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Techniques, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1223810; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 C2, C5; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
This course will identify best intervention practices to assist clinicians with how to properly navigate mothers who have experienced PPD and parental loss. In addition, it will identify implications for practice and recommendations when working with postnatal patients.
6/counseling/ceus/course/intro-to-sandtray-therapy-1812Introduction to Sand Tray TherapySand tray therapy is a form of expressive therapy that supports clients of all ages in expressing their feelings and experiences without requiring verbal language. In this course, participants will learn about the benefits of this form of therapy for clients of all ages and how the use of metaphor can support deeper, limbic-level processing of emotions and experiences. Participants will also learn the basic components and logistics of utilizing sand tray therapy in clinical practice.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingIntroduction to Sand Tray TherapySand tray therapy is a form of expressive therapy that supports clients of all ages in expressing their feelings and experiences without requiring verbal language. In this course, participants will learn about the benefits of this form of therapy for clients of all ages and how the use of metaphor can support deeper, limbic-level processing of emotions and experiences. Participants will also learn the basic components and logistics of utilizing sand tray therapy in clinical practice.1812OnlinePT63M
CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Theories, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1218500; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; IACET/0.1; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
Sand tray therapy is a form of expressive therapy that supports clients of all ages in expressing their feelings and experiences without requiring verbal language. In this course, participants will learn about the benefits of this form of therapy for clients of all ages and how the use of metaphor can support deeper, limbic-level processing of emotions and experiences. Participants will also learn the basic components and logistics of utilizing sand tray therapy in clinical practice.
7/counseling/ceus/course/strategies-for-treating-ptsd-part-1794Strategies for Treating PTSD Part 1This course will cover imperative skills for supporting clients with PTSD. Part 1 will address how to assess trauma histories and symptoms, recognize activation, and resource clients with tools for self-soothing, containment, discharging, and dissociation.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingStrategies for Treating PTSD Part 1This course will cover imperative skills for supporting clients with PTSD. Part 1 will address how to assess trauma histories and symptoms, recognize activation, and resource clients with tools for self-soothing, containment, discharging, and dissociation.1794OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.0 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Techniques, Knowledge Of Psychiatric Factors, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1223040; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; NAADAC/1.0 Clinical Intake And Screening, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Plan, Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
This course will cover imperative skills for supporting clients with PTSD. Part 1 will address how to assess trauma histories and symptoms, recognize activation, and resource clients with tools for self-soothing, containment, discharging, and dissociation.
8/counseling/ceus/course/understanding-special-education-and-areas-1826Understanding Special Education and Areas of Eligibility to Better Support Children and Families in a Clinical SettingBehavioral health clinicians often provide services and support to children and adolescents with disabilities and their families. This course focuses on understanding Special Education areas of eligibility, emphasizing understanding and helping families navigate school-based services and supports. In addition, considerations and implications for practice are explored.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingUnderstanding Special Education and Areas of Eligibility to Better Support Children and Families in a Clinical SettingBehavioral health clinicians often provide services and support to children and adolescents with disabilities and their families. This course focuses on understanding Special Education areas of eligibility, emphasizing understanding and helping families navigate school-based services and supports. In addition, considerations and implications for practice are explored.1826OnlinePT61.9998M
ASWB ACE/1.0 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Human Growth And Development, Knowledge Of Human Growth And Development, CE Broker #20-1218510; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
Behavioral health clinicians often provide services and support to children and adolescents with disabilities and their families. This course focuses on understanding Special Education areas of eligibility, emphasizing understanding and helping families navigate school-based services and supports. In addition, considerations and implications for practice are explored.
9/counseling/ceus/course/unpacking-transforming-and-healing-shame-1789Unpacking, Transforming and Healing Shame: Theory and Practice for Mental Health PractitionersThis course focuses on the powerful topic of shame, offering mental health practitioners insights and tools to support clients in overcoming shame-related challenges. Participants explore the underlying causes of shame, the difference between shame and guilt, cultural and societal influences on shame, and the importance of compassionate practice with clients for effective practice.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingUnpacking, Transforming and Healing Shame: Theory and Practice for Mental Health PractitionersThis course focuses on the powerful topic of shame, offering mental health practitioners insights and tools to support clients in overcoming shame-related challenges. Participants explore the underlying causes of shame, the difference between shame and guilt, cultural and societal influences on shame, and the importance of compassionate practice with clients for effective practice.1789OnlinePT61.0002M
CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Theories, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1207024; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Counseling Theories; IACET/0.1; IL (ICB)/1.0 Counselor II, Preventionist II, CARS II, CODP I, CODP II, PCGC II, CCJP II, CRSS I, CRSS II, CPRS I, CPRS II, MAATP II, CFPP II, CVSS II; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
This course focuses on the powerful topic of shame, offering mental health practitioners insights and tools to support clients in overcoming shame-related challenges. Participants explore the underlying causes of shame, the difference between shame and guilt, cultural and societal influences on shame, and the importance of compassionate practice with clients for effective practice.
10/counseling/ceus/course/sexual-dysfunctions-dsm-v-diagnoses-1809Sexual Dysfunctions: DSM-V Diagnoses and Foundational KnowledgeThis course provides foundational knowledge of DSM-V Sexual Dysfunction diagnoses, including DSM-V criteria, etiology, and assessment. The course encourages critical thinking about diagnostic criteria and describes current research on each diagnosis. Finally, the course provides some foundational therapy techniques for addressing sexual dysfunctions with clients, including identifying when referrals to medical providers or other specialists would be appropriate.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingSexual Dysfunctions: DSM-V Diagnoses and Foundational KnowledgeThis course provides foundational knowledge of DSM-V Sexual Dysfunction diagnoses, including DSM-V criteria, etiology, and assessment. The course encourages critical thinking about diagnostic criteria and describes current research on each diagnosis. Finally, the course provides some foundational therapy techniques for addressing sexual dysfunctions with clients, including identifying when referrals to medical providers or other specialists would be appropriate.1809OnlinePT120M
CA (CAADE)/2.0; CA (CADTP)/2.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/2.0; CE Broker/2.0 Counseling Theories, Counseling Techniques, Knowledge Of Psychiatric Factors, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1216098; CE Hours/2.0; CT (CCB)/2.0; GA (ADACBGA)/2.0; IACET/0.2; MO (MCB)/2.0; NAADAC/2.0 Clinical Intake And Screening, Clinical Assessment, Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/2.0; NY-Contact Hours/2.0 Self-Study; OK (LPC/LMFT)/2.0; OK (OBLADC)/2.0
This course provides foundational knowledge of DSM-V Sexual Dysfunction diagnoses, including DSM-V criteria, etiology, and assessment. The course encourages critical thinking about diagnostic criteria and describes current research on each diagnosis. Finally, the course provides some foundational therapy techniques for addressing sexual dysfunctions with clients, including identifying when referrals to medical providers or other specialists would be appropriate.
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