333 courses found
State Approval Information for Iowa
Courses on Continued meet the criteria for acceptable continuing education for Professional Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists licensed by the Iowa Board of Behavioral Science. 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.
- Continued offers courses that may meet the ethics requirement.
- Continued offers courses that may meet the supervision requirement.
- A course that meets the mandatory reporting requirement is available through the Iowa Department of Human Services.
For addiction professionals, Continued offers live courses approved by IBC. Courses other than live webinars must be submitted to the board for approval by the license holder, as the board does not pre-approve providers for self-paced courses.
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.
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/counseling/ceus/course/sociology-child-abuse-evidenced-based-2232
The Sociology of Child Abuse & Evidence-Based Prevention
This course introduces societal and social factors that impact rates of child abuse and neglect. It covers the identification and assessment of child abuse in relation to mandatory reporting law. Evidenced-based strategies are discussed at both individual and community levels.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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Continued Counseling
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The Sociology of Child Abuse & Evidence-Based Prevention
This course introduces societal and social factors that impact rates of child abuse and neglect. It covers the identification and assessment of child abuse in relation to mandatory reporting law. Evidenced-based strategies are discussed at both individual and community levels.
2232
Online
PT60M
The Sociology of Child Abuse & Evidence-Based Prevention
Presented by Sophie Nathenson, PhD
Course: #2232Level: Intermediate1 Hour
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 Sociological Factors, CE Broker #20-1341508; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Special Populations; IACET/0.1; IL (ICB)/1.0 Counselor II, Preventionist II, CARS II, CODP II, PCGC II, CCJP II, CRSS I, CRSS II, CPRS I, CPRS II, MAATP II, CFPP II, CVSS II; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Clinical Intake And Screening, Clinical Assessment, Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0 Drug And Alcohol-specific Hours
This course introduces societal and social factors that impact rates of child abuse and neglect. It covers the identification and assessment of child abuse in relation to mandatory reporting law. Evidenced-based strategies are discussed at both individual and community levels.
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/counseling/ceus/course/integrative-medicine-in-veterans-care-2227
Integrative Medicine in Veterans Care: A Research Review
This course describes how integrative approaches are being used in caring for veterans coping with PTSD, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Specific evidenced-based interventions are presented, such as nutrition, mindfulness, acupuncture, and other biological and somatic therapies. Clinical practice applications are discussed, with an emphasis on culturally competent, person-centered care.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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Continued Counseling
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Integrative Medicine in Veterans Care: A Research Review
This course describes how integrative approaches are being used in caring for veterans coping with PTSD, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Specific evidenced-based interventions are presented, such as nutrition, mindfulness, acupuncture, and other biological and somatic therapies. Clinical practice applications are discussed, with an emphasis on culturally competent, person-centered care.
2227
Online
PT60M
Integrative Medicine in Veterans Care: A Research Review
Presented by Sophie Nathenson, PhD
Course: #2227Level: Introductory1 Hour
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ASWB ACE/1.0 General; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Knowledge Of Treatment Issues, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1347430; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Generic; 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 I, CVSS II; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MI (MCBAP)/1.0 Related; 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 Drug And Alcohol-specific Hours
This course describes how integrative approaches are being used in caring for veterans coping with PTSD, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Specific evidenced-based interventions are presented, such as nutrition, mindfulness, acupuncture, and other biological and somatic therapies. Clinical practice applications are discussed, with an emphasis on culturally competent, person-centered care.
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/counseling/ceus/course/global-perspectives-on-death-and-2238
Global Perspectives on Death and Dying for Culturally Competent Care
This course provides an overview of beliefs and practices around death and dying in different regions of the world. The influence of cultural factors on grief are discussed in relation to coping and mental health care. It describes cultural competent approaches to supporting diverse clients, including how personal reflection impacts practice.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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OnlineOnly
Continued Counseling
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Global Perspectives on Death and Dying for Culturally Competent Care
This course provides an overview of beliefs and practices around death and dying in different regions of the world. The influence of cultural factors on grief are discussed in relation to coping and mental health care. It describes cultural competent approaches to supporting diverse clients, including how personal reflection impacts practice.
2238
Online
PT60M
Global Perspectives on Death and Dying for Culturally Competent Care
Presented by Sophie Nathenson, PhD
Course: #2238Level: Introductory1 Hour
ASWB ACE/1.0 Cultural Competence; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Cultural Diversity, Social And Cultural Foundations, Knowledge Of Sociological Factors, CE Broker #20-1346474; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MI (MCBAP)/1.0 Related; 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 Drug And Alcohol-specific Hours
This course provides an overview of beliefs and practices around death and dying in different regions of the world. The influence of cultural factors on grief are discussed in relation to coping and mental health care. It describes cultural competent approaches to supporting diverse clients, including how personal reflection impacts practice.
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/counseling/ceus/course/feminist-ethics-in-clinical-mental-2249
Feminist Ethics in Clinical Mental Health Practice: A Relational Approach to Professional Care
This webinar examines how feminist ethics can inform ethical decision-making and professional conduct in mental health practice. Participants will engage with core principles such as the ethics of care, relational ethics, and intersectional perspectives that highlight the unique experiences and needs of women.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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Unlimited COURSE Access for $99/year
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Continued Counseling
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Feminist Ethics in Clinical Mental Health Practice: A Relational Approach to Professional Care
This webinar examines how feminist ethics can inform ethical decision-making and professional conduct in mental health practice. Participants will engage with core principles such as the ethics of care, relational ethics, and intersectional perspectives that highlight the unique experiences and needs of women.
2249
Online
PT60M
Feminist Ethics in Clinical Mental Health Practice: A Relational Approach to Professional Care
Presented by Allan Barsky, JD, MSW, PhD
Course: #2249Level: Intermediate1 Hour
ASWB ACE/1.0 Ethics; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Ethics, CE Broker #20-1343440; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Legal Ethical And Professional Development; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0 Ethics
This webinar examines how feminist ethics can inform ethical decision-making and professional conduct in mental health practice. Participants will engage with core principles such as the ethics of care, relational ethics, and intersectional perspectives that highlight the unique experiences and needs of women.
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/counseling/ceus/course/ethics-beyond-professional-codes-wisdom-2171
Ethics Beyond Professional Codes: Wisdom from Buddhist Traditions for Behavioral Health Professionals
This course examines how Buddhist principles can enrich ethical decision-making in mental health practice. Participants will explore how compassion (karuṇā), mindfulness (sati), impermanence (anicca), and non-harming (ahiṃsā) may be integrated with professional codes of ethics to promote more holistic and compassionate care.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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Unlimited COURSE Access for $99/year
OnlineOnly
Continued Counseling
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Ethics Beyond Professional Codes: Wisdom from Buddhist Traditions for Behavioral Health Professionals
This course examines how Buddhist principles can enrich ethical decision-making in mental health practice. Participants will explore how compassion (karuṇā), mindfulness (sati), impermanence (anicca), and non-harming (ahiṃsā) may be integrated with professional codes of ethics to promote more holistic and compassionate care.
2171
Online
PT60M
Ethics Beyond Professional Codes: Wisdom from Buddhist Traditions for Behavioral Health Professionals
Presented by Allan Barsky, JD, MSW, PhD
Course: #2171Level: Intermediate1 Hour
ASWB ACE/1.0 Ethics; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Ethics, Cultural Diversity, Social And Cultural Foundations, Knowledge Of Sociological Factors, CE Broker #20-1335657; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Ethics; IACET/0.1; IL (ICB)/1.0 Counselor I, Counselor II, Preventionist I, Preventionist II, CARS I, CARS II, CODP II, PCGC II, CCJP II, CAAP I, CAAP II, CPRS I, CPRS II, MAATP II, RDDP, CFPP II, CVSS II; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MI (MCBAP)/1.0 Related; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Legal Ethical And Professional Development; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0 Ethics
This course examines how Buddhist principles can enrich ethical decision-making in mental health practice. Participants will explore how compassion (karuṇā), mindfulness (sati), impermanence (anicca), and non-harming (ahiṃsā) may be integrated with professional codes of ethics to promote more holistic and compassionate care.
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/counseling/ceus/course/navigating-high-conflict-co-parenting-2258
Navigating High-Conflict Co-Parenting: Ethics and Strategies
When therapy intersects with custody disputes, clinicians face heightened legal and ethical risk. This practical training clarifies the treating-therapist role versus evaluator functions; demystifies privilege, consent, and disclosures across two-home families; and provides concrete tools such as scripts, and documentation do’s/don’ts to navigate court orders, collateral requests, and high-conflict communication without drifting into forensic opinions.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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Continued Counseling
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Navigating High-Conflict Co-Parenting: Ethics and Strategies
When therapy intersects with custody disputes, clinicians face heightened legal and ethical risk. This practical training clarifies the treating-therapist role versus evaluator functions; demystifies privilege, consent, and disclosures across two-home families; and provides concrete tools such as scripts, and documentation do’s/don’ts to navigate court orders, collateral requests, and high-conflict communication without drifting into forensic opinions.
2258
Online
PT120M
Navigating High-Conflict Co-Parenting: Ethics and Strategies
Presented by Karalynn Royster, PsyD
Course: #2258Level: Intermediate2 Hours
ASWB ACE/2.0 General; CA (CAADE)/2.0; CA (CADTP)/2.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/2.0; CE Broker/2.0 Counseling Theories, Counseling Techniques, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1346789; CE Hours/2.0; CT (CCB)/2.0; GA (ADACBGA)/2.0; IA (IBC)/2.0 Ethics; IACET/0.2; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/2.0; MO (MCB)/2.0; NAADAC/2.0 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/2.0; NY-Contact Hours/2.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/2.0; OK (OBLADC)/2.0 Drug And Alcohol-specific Hours
When therapy intersects with custody disputes, clinicians face heightened legal and ethical risk. This practical training clarifies the treating-therapist role versus evaluator functions; demystifies privilege, consent, and disclosures across two-home families; and provides concrete tools such as scripts, and documentation do’s/don’ts to navigate court orders, collateral requests, and high-conflict communication without drifting into forensic opinions.
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/counseling/ceus/course/transformative-communication-2224
Transformative Communication
This course explores transformative communication in healthcare and leadership, contrasting it with transactional approaches. It covers communication barriers and application of the CONNECT model. It also includes evidence-based strategies for emotional regulation, respect, and validation, to foster trust and improve outcomes in challenging interactions. The focus is on developing practical skills to enhance collaboration and psychological safety in daily clinical and leadership practice in healthcare settings.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
Subscription
Unlimited COURSE Access for $99/year
OnlineOnly
Continued Counseling
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Transformative Communication
This course explores transformative communication in healthcare and leadership, contrasting it with transactional approaches. It covers communication barriers and application of the CONNECT model. It also includes evidence-based strategies for emotional regulation, respect, and validation, to foster trust and improve outcomes in challenging interactions. The focus is on developing practical skills to enhance collaboration and psychological safety in daily clinical and leadership practice in healthcare settings.
2224
Online
PT90M
Transformative Communication
Presented by Robin Arthur, PsyD
Course: #2224Level: Introductory1.5 Hours
ASWB ACE/1.5 General; CA (CAADE)/1.5; CA (CADTP)/1.5; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.5; CE Broker/1.5 Counseling Theories, Verbal Communication, CE Broker #20-1348199; CE Hours/1.5; CT (CCB)/1.5; GA (ADACBGA)/1.5; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.5; MO (MCB)/1.5; NAADAC/1.5 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.5; NY-Contact Hours/1.5 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.5 P3, C2, S1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.5; OK (OBLADC)/1.5 Drug And Alcohol-specific Hours
This course explores transformative communication in healthcare and leadership, contrasting it with transactional approaches. It covers communication barriers and application of the CONNECT model. It also includes evidence-based strategies for emotional regulation, respect, and validation, to foster trust and improve outcomes in challenging interactions. The focus is on developing practical skills to enhance collaboration and psychological safety in daily clinical and leadership practice in healthcare settings.
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/counseling/ceus/course/comprehensive-approach-stress-2222
A Comprehensive Approach to Stress Management and Enhancing Well-Being
Designed for healthcare providers and leaders, this course explores the physiology of stress, its chronic effects on health and performance, and the realities of workplace strain. The content translates science into practice with clear distinctions between adaptive and maladaptive stress, case stories from clinical settings, and actionable tactics such as mindful breathing, movement, and lifestyle foundations. Participants map personal stressors, experiment with rapid regulation tools, and examine habits that restore sleep, focus, and emotional balance. The emphasis is on practical, evidence-informed approaches that cultivate resilience, grounded presence, and better patient care.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
Subscription
Unlimited COURSE Access for $99/year
OnlineOnly
Continued Counseling
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A Comprehensive Approach to Stress Management and Enhancing Well-Being
Designed for healthcare providers and leaders, this course explores the physiology of stress, its chronic effects on health and performance, and the realities of workplace strain. The content translates science into practice with clear distinctions between adaptive and maladaptive stress, case stories from clinical settings, and actionable tactics such as mindful breathing, movement, and lifestyle foundations. Participants map personal stressors, experiment with rapid regulation tools, and examine habits that restore sleep, focus, and emotional balance. The emphasis is on practical, evidence-informed approaches that cultivate resilience, grounded presence, and better patient care.
2222
Online
PT120M
A Comprehensive Approach to Stress Management and Enhancing Well-Being
Presented by Robin Arthur, PsyD
Course: #2222Level: Introductory2 Hours
ASWB ACE/2.0 General; CA (CAADE)/2.0; CA (CADTP)/2.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/2.0; CE Broker/2.0 Knowledge Of Physiological Factors, CE Broker #20-1345975; CE Hours/2.0; CT (CCB)/2.0; GA (ADACBGA)/2.0; IACET/0.2; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/2.0; MI (MCBAP)/2.0 Related; MO (MCB)/2.0; NAADAC/2.0 Legal Ethical And Professional Development; NBCC CE Hours/2.0; NY-Contact Hours/2.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/2.0 PE, C9, S1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/2.0; OK (OBLADC)/2.0 Drug And Alcohol-specific Hours
Designed for healthcare providers and leaders, this course explores the physiology of stress, its chronic effects on health and performance, and the realities of workplace strain. The content translates science into practice with clear distinctions between adaptive and maladaptive stress, case stories from clinical settings, and actionable tactics such as mindful breathing, movement, and lifestyle foundations. Participants map personal stressors, experiment with rapid regulation tools, and examine habits that restore sleep, focus, and emotional balance. The emphasis is on practical, evidence-informed approaches that cultivate resilience, grounded presence, and better patient care.
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/counseling/ceus/course/ethics-of-threat-assessment-2251
Ethics of Threat Assessment
This course equips mental health professionals with a principled, practical approach to evaluating risk in behavioral health settings. Participants explore core ethical principles, analyze common ethical challenges MHPs face in real-world threat assessment, and learn to apply decision-making frameworks such as, Structured Clinical Judgment (SCJ). This course blends theory, case analysis, and applied tools to strengthen ethical clarity and professional judgment.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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Unlimited COURSE Access for $99/year
OnlineOnly
Continued Counseling
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Ethics of Threat Assessment
This course equips mental health professionals with a principled, practical approach to evaluating risk in behavioral health settings. Participants explore core ethical principles, analyze common ethical challenges MHPs face in real-world threat assessment, and learn to apply decision-making frameworks such as, Structured Clinical Judgment (SCJ). This course blends theory, case analysis, and applied tools to strengthen ethical clarity and professional judgment.
2251
Online
PT60M
Ethics of Threat Assessment
Presented by James Andrews, PhD, LCSW, LICSW, BCD, CMFSW
Course: #2251Level: Intermediate1 Hour
ASWB ACE/1.0 Ethics; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Ethics, CE Broker #20-1352197; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Legal Ethical And Professional Development; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 PE, C9; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0 Ethics
This course equips mental health professionals with a principled, practical approach to evaluating risk in behavioral health settings. Participants explore core ethical principles, analyze common ethical challenges MHPs face in real-world threat assessment, and learn to apply decision-making frameworks such as, Structured Clinical Judgment (SCJ). This course blends theory, case analysis, and applied tools to strengthen ethical clarity and professional judgment.
10
/counseling/ceus/course/highly-sensitive-person-therapist-client-2234
The Highly Sensitive Person in Therapy: The Therapist-Client Dynamic
Sensory Processing Sensitivity is widely unknown, despite affecting nearly 20 percent of the population. This course focuses on identifying the sensitivity trait, recognizing different styles of sensitivity, exploring the history of the HS Person, examining the neurological process, learning how to implement strategies to calm the nervous system, and protecting against overstimulation. We will examine how having a highly sensitive nervous system can be used as a strength for the individual.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
Subscription
Unlimited COURSE Access for $99/year
OnlineOnly
Continued Counseling
www.continued.com/counseling
The Highly Sensitive Person in Therapy: The Therapist-Client Dynamic
Sensory Processing Sensitivity is widely unknown, despite affecting nearly 20 percent of the population. This course focuses on identifying the sensitivity trait, recognizing different styles of sensitivity, exploring the history of the HS Person, examining the neurological process, learning how to implement strategies to calm the nervous system, and protecting against overstimulation. We will examine how having a highly sensitive nervous system can be used as a strength for the individual.
2234
Online
PT60M
The Highly Sensitive Person in Therapy: The Therapist-Client Dynamic
Presented by Ashley Hubbard, MA, NCC, LPC-Supervisor, LMHC, EMDR-Consultant
Course: #2234Level: Intermediate1 Hour
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 Physiological Factors, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1343368; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Counseling Theories & Techniques; IACET/0.1; IL (ICB)/1.0 Counselor II, Preventionist II, CARS II, CODP II, PCGC II, CCJP II, CRSS I, CRSS II, CPRS I, CPRS II, MAATP II, CFPP II, CVSS II; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Clinical Assessment, Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0 Drug And Alcohol-specific Hours
Sensory Processing Sensitivity is widely unknown, despite affecting nearly 20 percent of the population. This course focuses on identifying the sensitivity trait, recognizing different styles of sensitivity, exploring the history of the HS Person, examining the neurological process, learning how to implement strategies to calm the nervous system, and protecting against overstimulation. We will examine how having a highly sensitive nervous system can be used as a strength for the individual.