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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.

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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Psychedelics in Clinical Context: Harm Reduction and Ethical Decision-Making
Presented by Anne Metz, PhD, LPC-S
Live WebinarWed, Sep 30, 2026 at 12:00 pm EDT
Course: #2367Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course explores harm reduction principles and ethical considerations for clinicians whose clients disclose psychedelic use outside of therapeutic settings. Participants will develop skills to provide nonjudgmental, evidence-informed support while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and scope of practice. The curriculum addresses risk assessment, client education on safety practices, and ethical decision-making when navigating disclosures of non-clinical psychedelic use. Clinicians will gain practical frameworks for balancing client autonomy, harm reduction, and professional responsibility in these complex situations. This course was designed for an interprofessional audience.

Ethical Integrity in Mental Health: A Framework for Proactive Decision-Making
Presented by Rachel Singer, PhD
VideoAudio
Course: #2353Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course emphasizes the use of structured ethical decision-making models to reduce ambiguity and strengthen clinical judgment. Participants will explore strategies for preventing ethical errors, applying a comprehensive decision-making framework, understanding the interplay between legal and ethical considerations, and effectively managing threats to confidentiality. The training highlights practical, clinically relevant applications across individual, family, couples, and group therapy contexts. Clinicians will leave with enhanced tools for navigating complex ethical challenges in diverse treatment settings. This course was designed for an interprofessional audience.

Medical Cannabis in Integrated Care: Patient-Informed Strategies for Emotional Regulation and Therapeutic Dialogue
Presented by Paulette Smith, DSW, MS, LCSW-C
Live WebinarThu, Oct 15, 2026 at 3:00 pm EDT
Course: #2338Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course presents initial findings from an IRB-approved qualitative study exploring how medical cannabis patients incorporate mindfulness practices to support emotional regulation and self-awareness. The course examines patient-informed insights on intentional use, autonomy, and communication with clinicians, providing interdisciplinary professionals with practical guidance for engaging in cannabis-related conversations within integrated, holistic care settings. Emphasis is on trauma-informed, harm-reduction–focused dialogue that fosters ethical, collaborative practice across disciplines. This course reflects preliminary, evolving qualitative insights intended to inform clinical dialogue and interdisciplinary approaches and does not represent definitive or broadly applicable research findings. This course was designed for an interprofessional audience.

Applying Couples Counseling Theories in Clinical Practice
Presented by Jenna Miles, LPC, LPC-S, PMH-C, NCC
Live WebinarThu, Nov 12, 2026 at 3:00 pm EST
Course: #2351Level: Introductory1 Hour
Couples therapy is often perceived as a complex and demanding modality, even for experienced practitioners. This foundational course provides a comprehensive overview of prominent theoretical frameworks, including the Gottman Method, Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), and Imago Relationship Therapy. Participants will examine core concepts from each approach and analyze their application through clinical case studies to bridge the gap between theory and practice. This training is designed to enhance clinical confidence and provide the essential competencies required for effective engagement in couples counseling. It was designed for an interprofessional audience.

The Highly Sensitive Person in Therapy: The Therapist-Client Dynamic
Presented by Ashley Hubbard, MA, NCC, LPC-Supervisor, LMHC, EMDR-Consultant
VideoAudio
Course: #2234Level: Intermediate1 Hour
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.

Trauma-Informed Supervision: An Authentic and Reflective Model
Presented by Adam McCormick, MSW, PhD
VideoAudio
Course: #2301Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course reimagines supervision as more than oversight—it is a relational stage where the unresolved stories of both supervisee and supervisor can emerge, interact, and heal. Drawing on trauma-informed and narrative frameworks, participants will explore how authenticity, vulnerability, and reflection can transform supervision into a space of growth and co-regulation rather than performance and compliance.

Ethics of AI for Clinical Assessments and Documentation
Presented by Allan Barsky, JD, MSW, PhD
VideoAudio
Course: #2318Level: Advanced1 Hour
This course examines key ethical issues associated with the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical assessment and documentation. Participants will explore challenges related to professional integrity, competence, confidentiality, and informed consent, and will learn practical strategies for ethically integrating AI tools into clinical practice.

Islamic Ethics in Mental Health Practice: Insights for Ethical and Culturally Informed Care
Presented by Allan Barsky, JD, MSW, PhD
VideoAudio
Course: #2172Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course provides examples of how Islamic ethics can be used to inform ethical decision-making and conduct in behavioral health practice. Learn how community responsibility, holistic wellbeing, mercy, dignity, beneficence, and other Islamic principles can be integrated with duties from professional codes of ethics.

Misophonia and Sensory Disabilities: Assessment, Diagnosis, and Clinical Accommodations
Presented by Cris Edwards, MFA, CPS, Jennifer Jo Brout, PsyD, LPC
VideoAudio
Course: #2312Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to misophonia and related sensory disabilities, which often present with higher prevalence than more widely recognized neurodevelopmental conditions. Participants will learn to identify diagnostic markers and understand the significant psychosocial impact these sensory processing challenges have on client functioning. The curriculum focuses on evidence-informed strategies for accurate recognition, clinical accommodation, and effective therapeutic engagement. Clinicians will leave equipped with the specialized knowledge necessary to support clients navigating these frequently misunderstood disorders.

Neurodivergent Children in Two Homes: Clinical, Ethical, and Systems Considerations in Co-Parenting
Presented by Karalynn Royster, PsyD
VideoAudio
Course: #2289Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course addresses the unique vulnerabilities of neurodivergent children navigating the complexities of two-home family systems. Participants will explore developmentally informed, neurodiversity-affirming interventions designed to support emotional regulation, attachment, and overall functioning within co-parenting dynamics, with a specific focus on high-conflict cases. The curriculum also provides strategies for clinicians to maintain professional boundaries, effectively avoiding triangulation and associated ethical pitfalls. This course equips practitioners with the specialized tools necessary to facilitate stability for neurodivergent youth across multiple environments.