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State Approval Information for Dist. of Columbia

The District of Columbia Board for Social Workers accepts courses by ASWB ACE Providers. Continued Social Work is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program (provider #1742). 

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

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Telehealth Compliance in Behavioral Health: Legal, Ethical, and Risk Management Essentials
Presented by Annemarie Kelly, JD, LLM
Live WebinarTue, Sep 1, 2026 at 3:00 pm EDT
Course: #2836Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course examines telehealth compliance obligations in behavioral health practice, including licensure, informed consent, privacy, and ethical decision-making, using real-world risk management cases to teach practical strategies for reducing legal and regulatory exposure across interprofessional care teams. This course was designed for an interprofessional audience.

Structural Violence: Systemic Inequality and Substance Abuse Prevention
Presented by Sophie Nathenson, PhD
Live WebinarThu, Sep 3, 2026 at 3:00 pm EDT
Course: #2830Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course invites mental health professionals to move beyond person-centered interventions and examine how policies, institutions, and social systems create both risk and opportunity. Participants will explore how structural forces influence substance use, ethical implications for treatment, and strategies for integrating a structural lens into clinical practice. 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
VideoAudio
Course: #2768Level: 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.

HIV in Sociological Perspective: Evidence-Based Care, Stigma, and Intervention
Presented by Sophie Nathenson, PhD
VideoAudio
Course: #2788Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course introduces the sociological factors in HIV prevalence and treatment, including stigma, structural inequality, and political influences on care. Participants will learn how these factors shape mental health outcomes and engagement in care, with a discussion on trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based interventions to support individuals living with or at risk for HIV.

Supporting Patients Living with HIV: Fundamental Knowledge, Historical Context, and Mental Health and Psychosocial Implications
Presented by Giselle Levin, PsyD
Live WebinarThu, Sep 17, 2026 at 3:00 pm EDT
Course: #2772Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course examines the complex mental health comorbidities frequently encountered by individuals living with HIV and AIDS. Participants will gain the specialized knowledge and clinical skills necessary to provide comprehensive, evidence-informed support for this population within an interprofessional care team. The curriculum focuses on identifying common psychological presentations and implementing effective therapeutic interventions to improve patient outcomes. This course was designed for an interprofessional audience.

The Ethics of Cultural Humility in Clinical Practice
Presented by Allan Barsky, JD, MSW, PhD
Live WebinarWed, Sep 23, 2026 at 12:00 pm EDT
Course: #2840Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This workshop provides practical insights and guidance on the ethical principle of cultural humility in clinical behavioral health practice. Participants will learn how to employ cultural curiosity and respect, person-centered cultural assessments, collaborative treatment planning, and ethical self-monitoring and assessment. This course was designed for an interprofessional audience.

Hormones and Mental Health: Evidence-Based, Interprofessional Approaches to Perimenopause and Menopause
Presented by Allison Nilsen, AM, LCSW
Live WebinarThu, Sep 24, 2026 at 3:00 pm EDT
Course: #2702Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course equips professionals with an evidence-based, non-pathologizing understanding of how perimenopause and menopause interact with mental health, including common DSM-5 diagnoses and differential diagnosis. Participants will learn practical strategies for interprofessional collaboration and shared decision-making around hormonal and non-hormonal interventions, emphasizing health equity and culturally responsive, client-centered care for diverse groups. This course was designed for an interprofessional audience.

Neurodivergent Children in Two Homes: Clinical, Ethical, and Systems Considerations in Co-Parenting
Presented by Karalynn Royster, PsyD
VideoAudio
Course: #2782Level: 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.

Trauma, Addiction, and Victimization: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Human Trafficking
Presented by Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, MSW, LMSW
Live WebinarTue, Oct 6, 2026 at 3:00 pm EDT
Course: #2777Level: Introductory1 Hour
Human trafficking and substance use disorders are deeply interconnected, often creating complex cycles of exploitation and dependency. This course examines the multifaceted relationship between these issues, exploring how substance misuse serves as both a primary vulnerability factor and a tactical tool of coercion utilized by traffickers. Designed for professionals across behavioral health, public health, and criminal justice, the curriculum analyzes current empirical literature regarding the intersection of trauma, addiction, and victimization. Participants will gain a comprehensive framework for identifying these dynamics and improving outcomes for highly vulnerable populations.

Navigating Perimenopause: Hormonal Transitions and Mental Health Implications
Presented by Jenna Miles, M.Ed, LPC, LPC-S, PMH-C
Live WebinarWed, Oct 7, 2026 at 12:00 pm EDT
Course: #2810Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course examines the neurobiological and psychological transitions associated with perimenopause, focusing on their influence on anxiety, depressive symptoms, sleep architecture, and emotional regulation. Participants will analyze the complex intersection of hormonal fluctuations, psychosocial stressors, and identity shifts inherent in this developmental stage. The curriculum emphasizes enhancing clinical diagnostic accuracy, assessment protocols, and evidence-informed support strategies. Clinicians will leave equipped with a comprehensive framework to address the specialized mental health needs of clients navigating the perimenopausal transition. This course was designed for an interprofessional audience.