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State Approval Information for Virginia

For LPCs, LMFTs, and RPRSs licensed by the Virginia Board of Counseling, the board accepts courses by NBCC and NAADAC approved providers. Continued has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7484. Continued is a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, #283836. Use the Association filter to sort the library based on course approvals. Professionals are responsible for ensuring that they complete courses relevant to their credential and scope of practice.

For QMHPs licensed by the Virginia Board of Counseling, the board accepts courses by agencies licensed by DBDHS or an entity approved by a health regulatory board within the Department of Health Professions. Continued is not approved by the board to offer continuing education courses to QMHP license holders.

For all other professionals, please check with your state board for current requirements.

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The Transition From Clinician to Clinical Supervisor
Presented by Dawn Davis, MA, LMFT, LCMFT, CGT
Live WebinarWed, Oct 22, 2025 at 11:00 am EDT
Course: #2108Level: Introductory1 Hour
The transition from being a clinician to a supervisor can be both an exciting experience and an overwhelming experience of having little guidance. While there are similarities between being a clinician and being a supervisor, there are also distinctions that play a crucial role in being an effective, happy, and confident supervisor. In this course participants have the opportunity to share about their experiences and thoughts about supervision, learn key concepts about supervision, how to shift their thinking from clinician to supervisor, and understand the role of person of a supervisor.

Personality Pathways to Substance Abuse: Understanding Traits, Risks, and Treatment
Presented by Benjamin Ampel, MA, PhD candidate
Video
Course: #2125Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course examines how the formation of personality traits like sensation seeking, BIS/BAS orientation, and hemispheric lateralization contributes to substance abuse. It explores the underlying causes of these traits and their influence on substance use patterns, as well as the challenges they pose for treatment and prognosis. Participants will gain insight into how personality development impacts the course of substance abuse disorders and the effectiveness of various treatment strategies.

Ethical Considerations and Mandated Reporting: Identifying and Responding to Child and Elder Abuse
Presented by Katie Fries, MSW, LCSW
Live WebinarWed, Oct 29, 2025 at 1:00 pm EDT
Course: #2080Level: Introductory1 Hour
This comprehensive course equips behavioral health professionals with essential knowledge and skills to recognize, assess, and ethically respond to child and elder abuse, neglect, and mandated reporting responsibilities. In accordance with California Board of Psychology and Board of Behavioral Health training standards for psychologists, social workers, professional clinical counselors, or marriage and family therapists. Participants will explore types of abuse, physical and behavioral indicators, reporting protocols, and trauma-informed intervention strategies. Ethical considerations, cultural sensitivity, and appropriate treatment approaches will be emphasized throughout to ensure compassionate, legally compliant care.

Paternal and Post-partum Depression: Working Effectively with Latino Immigrant Fathers
Presented by Sherrie Segovia, PsyD
Live WebinarMon, Nov 3, 2025 at 2:00 pm EST
Course: #2091Level: Intermediate1 Hour
While there has not been ample research related to paternal mental health, there has been enough anecdotal evidence to establish that fathers experience perinatal depression. With a significant call to serve Latino immigrant families, fathers present with a necessity for clinical interventions. Furthermore, there are many cultural norms, socio-political, and economic barriers that influence recognition of paternal depression and access to culturally appropriate services. This course reviews various cultural beliefs and socioeconomic barriers that prevent identification and treatment. Finally, there will be a discussion about potentially effective and non-traditional approaches to working with Latino fathers.

Understanding the Current Trends on Autism Spectrum Disorders and Other Co-occurring Conditions Among Those Engaging in Substance Misuse
Presented by Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, MSW, LMSW
Video
Course: #2130Level: Introductory1 Hour
As the prevalence and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder continues to increase, it is relevant to understand the multi-faceted nature of this condition. Individuals with autism have a high propensity to develop other co-occurring conditions that impact their lives and their overall quality of life. High rates of mental health conditions and substance use disorders have been found among individuals with autism. This webinar provides a foundation of autism, common co-occurring conditions, and substance use and abuse realities.

DSM-5 Paraphilias and Paraphilic Disorders
Presented by Giselle Levin, PsyD
VideoAudio
Course: #2018Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Accurately differentiating between normative sexual diversity and diagnosable conditions, as outlined in the DSM-5, is essential for behavioral health practitioners. This course explores paraphilias and their distinction from non-disordered sexual behaviors and ethical considerations surrounding the potential pathologization of human sexual diversity.

Is it really empathy? Differentiating Empathy from emotional monitoring with Couples
Presented by Jenna Miles, M.Ed, LPC, LPC-S, PMH-C
VideoAudio
Course: #2011Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course distinguishes between empathy and emotional monitoring. It examines instances of their differences and offers strategies to help clinicians guide couples in identifying each. Additionally, the effects of empathy and emotional monitoring on the communication patterns and satisfaction of couples are explored.

The Ethics of Fidelity in Mental Health Practice: Living Up to Our Primary Duty to Clients
Presented by Allan Barsky, JD, MSW, PhD
VideoAudio
Course: #2020Level: Intermediate1 Hour
In professional practice, the ethic of fidelity refers to a mental health practitioner’s commitment to maintaining trust, loyalty, and adherence to ethical duties with clients, colleagues, the profession, and broader society. This training focuses on how to prioritize the well-being of clients, particularly in situations where professionals may have conflicting duties to others.

Honest to Goodness in Mental Health Practice: Ethical Challenges to Transparency and Integrity
Presented by Allan Barsky, JD, MSW, PhD
VideoAudio
Course: #2100Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Mental health professionals face challenging ethical situations when their duty to act with honesty and integrity conflicts with their duties to do good, prevent harm, protect client confidentiality, follow the law, and avoid dual relationships. This webinar will offer participants an opportunity to explore these dilemmas in depth, offering practical guidance and strategies for managing such conflicts. We will examine case studies that highlight real-world scenarios, discuss the nuances of ethical decision-making, and explore how mental health professionals can uphold professional standards while also fostering trust, demonstrating transparency, and maintaining the highest levels of integrity in their work with clients and professional colleagues.

Comprehensive Suicide Prevention & Risk Management: Assessment, Intervention, and Ethical Considerations for Health Professionals
Presented by Ryan Kirk, PsyD, MSW, HSPP
Video
Course: #2066Level: Introductory6 Hours
This 6-hour course equips healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and tools for suicide prevention, awareness, and the management of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI). Participants will learn to identify risk factors, warning signs, and at-risk groups, focusing on screening, assessment for imminent harm/risk, safety planning, and making informed referrals. The course also covers the distinctions between NSSI and suicidal behavior, best practices for intervention, and strategies for addressing self-injury in various clinical settings. Additionally, tailored approaches for specific populations, including veterans, ethical considerations, and collaborative methods to enhance patient safety, will be explored. By the end, attendees will be prepared to implement effective interventions in their professional settings.

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