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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.
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For all other professionals, please check with your state board for current requirements.
1/counseling/ceus/course/understanding-autism-and-trauma-primer-2052Understanding Autism and Trauma: A Primer for Behavioral Health Providers Should KnowIndividuals with autism have an increased tendency to experience trauma and post-traumatic disorder compared with the general population. Dealing with trauma and its effects can be multi-faceted and devastating for those who have experienced a traumatic event or circumstance. For those with autism, experiences with trauma may be different and processing and treating trauma may also require an added layer of specialized support. This training will discuss trauma experiences, as well as trauma expressions and responses among individuals with autism. Best practices and implications for practice will be discussed.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingUnderstanding Autism and Trauma: A Primer for Behavioral Health Providers Should KnowIndividuals with autism have an increased tendency to experience trauma and post-traumatic disorder compared with the general population. Dealing with trauma and its effects can be multi-faceted and devastating for those who have experienced a traumatic event or circumstance. For those with autism, experiences with trauma may be different and processing and treating trauma may also require an added layer of specialized support. This training will discuss trauma experiences, as well as trauma expressions and responses among individuals with autism. Best practices and implications for practice will be discussed.2052OnlinePT60M
Presented by Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, MSW, LMSW
Fri, Jun 27, 2025 at 11:00 am EDT
Course: #2052Level: 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 Psychiatric Factors, Counseling, Diagnosis And Treatment Of Mental Health Disorders, CE Broker #20-1294960; 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 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
Individuals with autism have an increased tendency to experience trauma and post-traumatic disorder compared with the general population. Dealing with trauma and its effects can be multi-faceted and devastating for those who have experienced a traumatic event or circumstance. For those with autism, experiences with trauma may be different and processing and treating trauma may also require an added layer of specialized support. This training will discuss trauma experiences, as well as trauma expressions and responses among individuals with autism. Best practices and implications for practice will be discussed.
2/counseling/ceus/course/ethical-and-practice-considerations-for-2051Ethical and Practice Considerations for Working with Chronically Ill ClientsThis course equips mental health professionals with the skills to effectively support clients with chronic illness while maintaining clear professional and ethical boundaries. Participants will explore both evidence-based treatments (CBT, ACT) and emerging approaches (Somatic Experiencing, IFS) while examining the ethical considerations of working with medically complex clients. The course provides practical strategies for distinguishing between mental health support and medical guidance, ensuring clinicians practice within their scope of expertise. Additionally, participants will learn to implement collaborative care strategies with healthcare providers while upholding ethical standards, client autonomy, and best practices for integrated care.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingEthical and Practice Considerations for Working with Chronically Ill ClientsThis course equips mental health professionals with the skills to effectively support clients with chronic illness while maintaining clear professional and ethical boundaries. Participants will explore both evidence-based treatments (CBT, ACT) and emerging approaches (Somatic Experiencing, IFS) while examining the ethical considerations of working with medically complex clients. The course provides practical strategies for distinguishing between mental health support and medical guidance, ensuring clinicians practice within their scope of expertise. Additionally, participants will learn to implement collaborative care strategies with healthcare providers while upholding ethical standards, client autonomy, and best practices for integrated care.2051OnlinePT60M
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 #20-1294967; 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 Counseling Services, 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
This course equips mental health professionals with the skills to effectively support clients with chronic illness while maintaining clear professional and ethical boundaries. Participants will explore both evidence-based treatments (CBT, ACT) and emerging approaches (Somatic Experiencing, IFS) while examining the ethical considerations of working with medically complex clients. The course provides practical strategies for distinguishing between mental health support and medical guidance, ensuring clinicians practice within their scope of expertise. Additionally, participants will learn to implement collaborative care strategies with healthcare providers while upholding ethical standards, client autonomy, and best practices for integrated care.
3/counseling/ceus/course/anticipating-preparing-and-responding-to-2040Anticipating, Preparing, and Responding to School CrisesHelping professionals in schools are increasingly tasked with possessing in-depth knowledge of clinical topics and having competence around school threats and crises, such as mental health emergencies, natural disasters, and violence. This course explores crisis response best practices and collaborative procedures. Additionally, participants will examine how this expanded role for helping professionals in schools and persistent concerns about safety in schools affects students and helps professional well-being.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingAnticipating, Preparing, and Responding to School CrisesHelping professionals in schools are increasingly tasked with possessing in-depth knowledge of clinical topics and having competence around school threats and crises, such as mental health emergencies, natural disasters, and violence. This course explores crisis response best practices and collaborative procedures. Additionally, participants will examine how this expanded role for helping professionals in schools and persistent concerns about safety in schools affects students and helps professional well-being.2040OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.0 General; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Community Resources, Community Utilization, CE Broker #20-1275295; 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 Counseling Services, Case Management; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 TR1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
Helping professionals in schools are increasingly tasked with possessing in-depth knowledge of clinical topics and having competence around school threats and crises, such as mental health emergencies, natural disasters, and violence. This course explores crisis response best practices and collaborative procedures. Additionally, participants will examine how this expanded role for helping professionals in schools and persistent concerns about safety in schools affects students and helps professional well-being.
4/counseling/ceus/course/role-self-in-marriage-and-1831The Role of the Self in Marriage and Family: Exploring Self-Verification TheoryThis course will delve into the role of the self in marriage and family therapy, with a focus on self-verification theory and its implications for working with married couples and families in a clinical setting. Participants will explore evidence-based strategies for understanding the self within the context of family dynamics. The course will also address how self-verification processes influence relationship dynamics and familial interactions, shedding light on effective therapeutic interventions.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingThe Role of the Self in Marriage and Family: Exploring Self-Verification TheoryThis course will delve into the role of the self in marriage and family therapy, with a focus on self-verification theory and its implications for working with married couples and families in a clinical setting. Participants will explore evidence-based strategies for understanding the self within the context of family dynamics. The course will also address how self-verification processes influence relationship dynamics and familial interactions, shedding light on effective therapeutic interventions.1831OnlinePT120M
CA (CAADE)/2.0; CA (CADTP)/2.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/2.0; CE Broker/2.0 Social And Cultural Foundations, Counseling Theories, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1226422; CE Hours/2.0; CT (CCB)/2.0; GA (ADACBGA)/2.0; IA (IBC)/2.0 Special Populations; IACET/0.2; IL (ICB)/2.0 Counselor II, Preventionist II, CARS II, CODP II, PCGC I, CCJP II, CAAP II, CRSS I, CRSS II, CPRS I, CPRS II, MAATP II, CFPP II, CVSS II; 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
This course will delve into the role of the self in marriage and family therapy, with a focus on self-verification theory and its implications for working with married couples and families in a clinical setting. Participants will explore evidence-based strategies for understanding the self within the context of family dynamics. The course will also address how self-verification processes influence relationship dynamics and familial interactions, shedding light on effective therapeutic interventions.
5/counseling/ceus/course/military-sexual-trauma-gender-mental-2027Military Sexual Trauma: Gender, Mental Health Outcomes, and Clinical InterventionsThe reported incidence of military sexual trauma has increased significantly in recent years, prompting investigation into systematic failures within the U.S. military. This course explores intersections with gender, its impact on mental health outcomes, and common clinical presentations seen in veterans with military sexual trauma. It identifies clinical interventions for working with veterans who have experienced sexual abuse during their service.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingMilitary Sexual Trauma: Gender, Mental Health Outcomes, and Clinical InterventionsThe reported incidence of military sexual trauma has increased significantly in recent years, prompting investigation into systematic failures within the U.S. military. This course explores intersections with gender, its impact on mental health outcomes, and common clinical presentations seen in veterans with military sexual trauma. It identifies clinical interventions for working with veterans who have experienced sexual abuse during their service.2027OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.0 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Veterans, Knowledge Of Treatment Issues, CE Broker #20-1275350; 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 Clinical Intake And Screening, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Plan, Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 C2, TR1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
The reported incidence of military sexual trauma has increased significantly in recent years, prompting investigation into systematic failures within the U.S. military. This course explores intersections with gender, its impact on mental health outcomes, and common clinical presentations seen in veterans with military sexual trauma. It identifies clinical interventions for working with veterans who have experienced sexual abuse during their service.
6/counseling/ceus/course/strategies-for-treating-ptsd-part-1830Strategies for Treating PTSD Part 2This course dives more deeply into working with fight, flight, freeze, and collapse in PTSD with concrete, effective strategies. In Part 2 participants will gain competency in treating PTSD through video demonstrations and experiential learning.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingStrategies for Treating PTSD Part 2This course dives more deeply into working with fight, flight, freeze, and collapse in PTSD with concrete, effective strategies. In Part 2 participants will gain competency in treating PTSD through video demonstrations and experiential learning.1830OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.0 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Techniques, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1226420; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Counseling, Counseling Theories; IACET/0.1; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 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 dives more deeply into working with fight, flight, freeze, and collapse in PTSD with concrete, effective strategies. In Part 2 participants will gain competency in treating PTSD through video demonstrations and experiential learning.
7/counseling/ceus/course/suicide-prevention-for-health-professionals-2008Suicide Prevention for Health Professionals: Screening, Referrals, and Veterans IssuesThis course is designed for health professionals to deepen their understanding of suicide screening and referrals, with a specific focus on the veteran population. Participants will learn to identify and describe essential suicide screening and assessment tools to aid in early identification and intervention. The course will also cover critical risk factors, warning signs, and effective prevention strategies tailored to the unique needs of veterans. Additionally, key considerations for making informed and effective suicide referrals as part of a comprehensive suicide prevention program will be explored. Through this training, health professionals will be equipped with practical knowledge and strategies to support individuals at risk and make meaningful impacts in suicide prevention efforts.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingSuicide Prevention for Health Professionals: Screening, Referrals, and Veterans IssuesThis course is designed for health professionals to deepen their understanding of suicide screening and referrals, with a specific focus on the veteran population. Participants will learn to identify and describe essential suicide screening and assessment tools to aid in early identification and intervention. The course will also cover critical risk factors, warning signs, and effective prevention strategies tailored to the unique needs of veterans. Additionally, key considerations for making informed and effective suicide referrals as part of a comprehensive suicide prevention program will be explored. Through this training, health professionals will be equipped with practical knowledge and strategies to support individuals at risk and make meaningful impacts in suicide prevention efforts.2008OnlinePT120M
ASWB ACE/2.0 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/2.0; CA (CADTP)/2.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/2.0; CE Broker/2.0 Veterans, Suicide Prevention, Counseling Techniques, CE Broker #20-1280488; CE Hours/2.0; CT (CCB)/2.0; GA (ADACBGA)/2.0; IA (IBC)/2.0 Special Populations, Counseling, Counseling Theories; IACET/0.2; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/2.0; MO (MCB)/2.0; NAADAC/2.0 Clinical Intake And Screening, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Plan, Counseling Services, Case Management, Discharge And Continuing Care; NBCC CE Hours/2.0; NY-Contact Hours/2.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/2.0; OK (OBLADC)/2.0
This course is designed for health professionals to deepen their understanding of suicide screening and referrals, with a specific focus on the veteran population. Participants will learn to identify and describe essential suicide screening and assessment tools to aid in early identification and intervention. The course will also cover critical risk factors, warning signs, and effective prevention strategies tailored to the unique needs of veterans. Additionally, key considerations for making informed and effective suicide referrals as part of a comprehensive suicide prevention program will be explored. Through this training, health professionals will be equipped with practical knowledge and strategies to support individuals at risk and make meaningful impacts in suicide prevention efforts.
8/counseling/ceus/course/power-poetry-to-enhance-therapeutic-2025The Power of Poetry to Enhance Therapeutic Efficacy: Creating and Conveying Meaning Through the Magic of Rhyming WordsWords have the power to improve the quality of life of those we work with and rhyming lines are particularly impactful. Discover the history and mystery of rhyme as a therapeutic tool and how sharing and creating poetry builds the therapeutic alliance and conveys understanding in long-lasting ways. This course will culminate with audience input to create a group poem for a sample of how rhymes produce meaningful messages and build cohesion and collaboration in the doing.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingThe Power of Poetry to Enhance Therapeutic Efficacy: Creating and Conveying Meaning Through the Magic of Rhyming WordsWords have the power to improve the quality of life of those we work with and rhyming lines are particularly impactful. Discover the history and mystery of rhyme as a therapeutic tool and how sharing and creating poetry builds the therapeutic alliance and conveys understanding in long-lasting ways. This course will culminate with audience input to create a group poem for a sample of how rhymes produce meaningful messages and build cohesion and collaboration in the doing.2025OnlinePT120M
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, CE Broker #20-1270215; CE Hours/2.0; CT (CCB)/2.0; GA (ADACBGA)/2.0; 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 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/2.0 P3, TR1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/2.0; OK (OBLADC)/2.0
Words have the power to improve the quality of life of those we work with and rhyming lines are particularly impactful. Discover the history and mystery of rhyme as a therapeutic tool and how sharing and creating poetry builds the therapeutic alliance and conveys understanding in long-lasting ways. This course will culminate with audience input to create a group poem for a sample of how rhymes produce meaningful messages and build cohesion and collaboration in the doing.
9/counseling/ceus/course/when-identities-in-conflict-clinical-1829When Identities Are In Conflict: Clinical Practice and Ethical Considerations With LGBT Religious ClientsSexual-religious conflict, characterized by perceived incompatibility between one’s religion and one’s sexuality, can be accompanied by intense cognitive dissonance, shame, and mental health problems. This course explores the intersections of religion and sexual diversity, with an emphasis on guiding clinicians in helping clients work through common presenting problems in therapy. Ethical considerations are discussed.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingWhen Identities Are In Conflict: Clinical Practice and Ethical Considerations With LGBT Religious ClientsSexual-religious conflict, characterized by perceived incompatibility between one’s religion and one’s sexuality, can be accompanied by intense cognitive dissonance, shame, and mental health problems. This course explores the intersections of religion and sexual diversity, with an emphasis on guiding clinicians in helping clients work through common presenting problems in therapy. Ethical considerations are discussed.1829OnlinePT60M
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, CE Broker #20-1226418; 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 I, CCJP II, CAAP II, CRSS I, CRSS II, CPRS I, CPRS II, MAATP II, CFPP II, CVSS II; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services, 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
Sexual-religious conflict, characterized by perceived incompatibility between one’s religion and one’s sexuality, can be accompanied by intense cognitive dissonance, shame, and mental health problems. This course explores the intersections of religion and sexual diversity, with an emphasis on guiding clinicians in helping clients work through common presenting problems in therapy. Ethical considerations are discussed.
10/counseling/ceus/course/ethical-boundaries-in-rural-practice-2038Ethical Boundaries in Rural Practice and Tight-Knit CommunitiesThis course provides practical strategies for managing dual relationships ethically, especially in rural or small communities where prior or current client relationships are likely to arise.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingEthical Boundaries in Rural Practice and Tight-Knit CommunitiesThis course provides practical strategies for managing dual relationships ethically, especially in rural or small communities where prior or current client relationships are likely to arise.2038OnlinePT60M
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 #20-1267698; 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; NASW/1.0 Self-Study, Ethics; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OH (OCDP)/1.0 PE, C9; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
This course provides practical strategies for managing dual relationships ethically, especially in rural or small communities where prior or current client relationships are likely to arise.
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