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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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1/counseling/ceus/course/effects-parental-loss-on-postpartum-1841The Effects of Parental Loss on the Postpartum Journey: Implications for CounselingThis course will identify best intervention practices to assist clinicians with how to properly navigate mothers who have experienced PPD and parental loss. In addition, it will identify implications for practice and recommendations when working with postnatal patients.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingThe Effects of Parental Loss on the Postpartum Journey: Implications for CounselingThis course will identify best intervention practices to assist clinicians with how to properly navigate mothers who have experienced PPD and parental loss. In addition, it will identify implications for practice and recommendations when working with postnatal patients.1841OnlinePT61.0002M
ASWB ACE/1.25 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Techniques, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1223810; 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; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 C2, C5; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
This course will identify best intervention practices to assist clinicians with how to properly navigate mothers who have experienced PPD and parental loss. In addition, it will identify implications for practice and recommendations when working with postnatal patients.
2/counseling/ceus/course/intro-to-sandtray-therapy-1812Introduction to Sand Tray TherapySand tray therapy is a form of expressive therapy that supports clients of all ages in expressing their feelings and experiences without requiring verbal language. In this course, participants will learn about the benefits of this form of therapy for clients of all ages and how the use of metaphor can support deeper, limbic-level processing of emotions and experiences. Participants will also learn the basic components and logistics of utilizing sand tray therapy in clinical practice.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingIntroduction to Sand Tray TherapySand tray therapy is a form of expressive therapy that supports clients of all ages in expressing their feelings and experiences without requiring verbal language. In this course, participants will learn about the benefits of this form of therapy for clients of all ages and how the use of metaphor can support deeper, limbic-level processing of emotions and experiences. Participants will also learn the basic components and logistics of utilizing sand tray therapy in clinical practice.1812OnlinePT63M
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, CE Broker #20-1270242; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Counseling Theories; IACET/0.1; 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
Sand tray therapy is a form of expressive therapy that supports clients of all ages in expressing their feelings and experiences without requiring verbal language. In this course, participants will learn about the benefits of this form of therapy for clients of all ages and how the use of metaphor can support deeper, limbic-level processing of emotions and experiences. Participants will also learn the basic components and logistics of utilizing sand tray therapy in clinical practice.
3/counseling/ceus/course/understanding-special-education-and-areas-1826Understanding Special Education and Areas of Eligibility to Better Support Children and Families in a Clinical SettingBehavioral health clinicians often provide services and support to children and adolescents with disabilities and their families. This course focuses on understanding Special Education areas of eligibility, emphasizing understanding and helping families navigate school-based services and supports. In addition, considerations and implications for practice are explored.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingUnderstanding Special Education and Areas of Eligibility to Better Support Children and Families in a Clinical SettingBehavioral health clinicians often provide services and support to children and adolescents with disabilities and their families. This course focuses on understanding Special Education areas of eligibility, emphasizing understanding and helping families navigate school-based services and supports. In addition, considerations and implications for practice are explored.1826OnlinePT61.9998M
ASWB ACE/1.0 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Human Growth And Development, Knowledge Of Human Growth And Development, CE Broker #20-1218510; 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; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 C5, TR1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
Behavioral health clinicians often provide services and support to children and adolescents with disabilities and their families. This course focuses on understanding Special Education areas of eligibility, emphasizing understanding and helping families navigate school-based services and supports. In addition, considerations and implications for practice are explored.
4/counseling/ceus/course/unpacking-transforming-and-healing-shame-1789Unpacking, Transforming and Healing Shame: Theory and Practice for Mental Health PractitionersThis course focuses on the powerful topic of shame, offering mental health practitioners insights and tools to support clients in overcoming shame-related challenges. Participants explore the underlying causes of shame, the difference between shame and guilt, cultural and societal influences on shame, and the importance of compassionate practice with clients for effective practice.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingUnpacking, Transforming and Healing Shame: Theory and Practice for Mental Health PractitionersThis course focuses on the powerful topic of shame, offering mental health practitioners insights and tools to support clients in overcoming shame-related challenges. Participants explore the underlying causes of shame, the difference between shame and guilt, cultural and societal influences on shame, and the importance of compassionate practice with clients for effective practice.1789OnlinePT61.0002M
CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Theories, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1207024; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Counseling Theories; IACET/0.1; IL (ICB)/1.0 Counselor II, Preventionist II, CARS II, CODP I, CODP II, PCGC II, CCJP II, CRSS I, CRSS II, CPRS I, CPRS II, MAATP II, CFPP II, CVSS II; 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
This course focuses on the powerful topic of shame, offering mental health practitioners insights and tools to support clients in overcoming shame-related challenges. Participants explore the underlying causes of shame, the difference between shame and guilt, cultural and societal influences on shame, and the importance of compassionate practice with clients for effective practice.
5/counseling/ceus/course/sexual-dysfunctions-dsm-v-diagnoses-1809Sexual Dysfunctions: DSM-V Diagnoses and Foundational KnowledgeThis course provides foundational knowledge of DSM-V Sexual Dysfunction diagnoses, including DSM-V criteria, etiology, and assessment. The course encourages critical thinking about diagnostic criteria and describes current research on each diagnosis. Finally, the course provides some foundational therapy techniques for addressing sexual dysfunctions with clients, including identifying when referrals to medical providers or other specialists would be appropriate.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingSexual Dysfunctions: DSM-V Diagnoses and Foundational KnowledgeThis course provides foundational knowledge of DSM-V Sexual Dysfunction diagnoses, including DSM-V criteria, etiology, and assessment. The course encourages critical thinking about diagnostic criteria and describes current research on each diagnosis. Finally, the course provides some foundational therapy techniques for addressing sexual dysfunctions with clients, including identifying when referrals to medical providers or other specialists would be appropriate.1809OnlinePT120M
ASWB ACE/2.25 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/2.0; CA (CADTP)/2.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/2.0; CE Broker/2.0 Counseling Theories, Counseling Techniques, Knowledge Of Psychiatric Factors, Counseling, Diagnosis And Treatment Of Mental Health Disorders, CE Broker #20-1216098; CE Hours/2.0; CT (CCB)/2.0; GA (ADACBGA)/2.0; IACET/0.2; IL (ICB)/2.0 Counselor II, Preventionist II, CARS II, CODP I, CODP II, PCGC II, CCJP II, CAAP I, CRSS I, CRSS II, CPRS II, MAATP II, CFPP II, CVSS II; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/2.0; MO (MCB)/2.0; NAADAC/2.0 Clinical Intake And Screening, Clinical Assessment, Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/2.0; NY-Contact Hours/2.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/2.0 C8; OK (LPC/LMFT)/2.0; OK (OBLADC)/2.0
This course provides foundational knowledge of DSM-V Sexual Dysfunction diagnoses, including DSM-V criteria, etiology, and assessment. The course encourages critical thinking about diagnostic criteria and describes current research on each diagnosis. Finally, the course provides some foundational therapy techniques for addressing sexual dysfunctions with clients, including identifying when referrals to medical providers or other specialists would be appropriate.
6/counseling/ceus/course/play-and-educational-readiness-supporting-1791Play and Educational Readiness: How Supporting Play in Children Can Promote Educational Readiness in Young ChildrenClients who are parents often express concerns about how to help their child be prepared to enter Kindergarten. This is often done by focusing on teaching children how to read or count. This course explores why and how allowing children to engage in play, especially child-centered play, is a critical component of fostering educational readiness in children. This course will also teach participants how to teach basic filial play therapy skills to parents/caregivers to promote therapeutic play between parents and children.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingPlay and Educational Readiness: How Supporting Play in Children Can Promote Educational Readiness in Young ChildrenClients who are parents often express concerns about how to help their child be prepared to enter Kindergarten. This is often done by focusing on teaching children how to read or count. This course explores why and how allowing children to engage in play, especially child-centered play, is a critical component of fostering educational readiness in children. This course will also teach participants how to teach basic filial play therapy skills to parents/caregivers to promote therapeutic play between parents and children.1791OnlinePT61.0002M
CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Human Growth And Development, Knowledge Of Human Growth And Development, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1206084; 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, CODP III, PCGC II, CCJP II, CRSS I, CRSS II, CPRS I, CPRS II, MAATP II, CFPP II, CVSS II; 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
Clients who are parents often express concerns about how to help their child be prepared to enter Kindergarten. This is often done by focusing on teaching children how to read or count. This course explores why and how allowing children to engage in play, especially child-centered play, is a critical component of fostering educational readiness in children. This course will also teach participants how to teach basic filial play therapy skills to parents/caregivers to promote therapeutic play between parents and children.
7/counseling/ceus/course/burnout-and-proactive-selfcare-safeguarding-1874Burnout and Proactive Self-care: Safeguarding Well-being in Helping ProfessionalsThe aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in a new era of challenges for helping professionals, including burgeoning caseloads, more significant mental health concerns, and fewer and fewer resources allocated. As a result of these dynamics, the risk of burnout looms large, with significant negative implications for clinician and client well-being and the field at large. This webinar allows participants to explore contributors to burnout and identify opportunities for actionable change at the individual and systemic levels.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingBurnout and Proactive Self-care: Safeguarding Well-being in Helping ProfessionalsThe aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in a new era of challenges for helping professionals, including burgeoning caseloads, more significant mental health concerns, and fewer and fewer resources allocated. As a result of these dynamics, the risk of burnout looms large, with significant negative implications for clinician and client well-being and the field at large. This webinar allows participants to explore contributors to burnout and identify opportunities for actionable change at the individual and systemic levels.1874OnlinePT61.9998M
ASWB ACE/1.25 General; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Professional Responsibilities, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1212472; 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; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 C7, TR1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
The aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in a new era of challenges for helping professionals, including burgeoning caseloads, more significant mental health concerns, and fewer and fewer resources allocated. As a result of these dynamics, the risk of burnout looms large, with significant negative implications for clinician and client well-being and the field at large. This webinar allows participants to explore contributors to burnout and identify opportunities for actionable change at the individual and systemic levels.
8/counseling/ceus/course/talking-to-kids-about-sex-1871Talking to Kids About Sex: Trauma-Informed, Inclusive, and Ethical Sex Education for YouthThis intermediate course provides therapists with foundational knowledge and skills for opening up conversations about sex with children and adolescents. The course outlines sexual development in children and adolescents, discusses fundamentals of effective sex education with youth, and describes methods for ensuring that sex education is both trauma-informed and LGBT-inclusive. Ethical considerations and guidelines for clinical practice are discussed.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingTalking to Kids About Sex: Trauma-Informed, Inclusive, and Ethical Sex Education for YouthThis intermediate course provides therapists with foundational knowledge and skills for opening up conversations about sex with children and adolescents. The course outlines sexual development in children and adolescents, discusses fundamentals of effective sex education with youth, and describes methods for ensuring that sex education is both trauma-informed and LGBT-inclusive. Ethical considerations and guidelines for clinical practice are discussed.1871OnlinePT120M
ASWB ACE/2.25 Ethics; CA (CAADE)/2.0; CA (CADTP)/2.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/2.0; CE Broker/2.0 Ethics, Cultural Diversity, CE Broker #20-1210826; 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 CC, C2, C9; OK (LPC/LMFT)/2.0; OK (OBLADC)/2.0
This intermediate course provides therapists with foundational knowledge and skills for opening up conversations about sex with children and adolescents. The course outlines sexual development in children and adolescents, discusses fundamentals of effective sex education with youth, and describes methods for ensuring that sex education is both trauma-informed and LGBT-inclusive. Ethical considerations and guidelines for clinical practice are discussed.
9/counseling/ceus/course/acceptance-and-commitment-therapy-for-1866Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for LGBT ClientsAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an evidence-based therapy that has been shown to significantly improve mental health outcomes. This advanced course describes the foundations of ACT and discusses presenting problems unique to LGBT individuals. The course presents adaptations of ACT techniques for LGBT individuals and demonstrate the use of those interventions via case studies.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingAcceptance and Commitment Therapy for LGBT ClientsAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an evidence-based therapy that has been shown to significantly improve mental health outcomes. This advanced course describes the foundations of ACT and discusses presenting problems unique to LGBT individuals. The course presents adaptations of ACT techniques for LGBT individuals and demonstrate the use of those interventions via case studies.1866OnlinePT120M
ASWB ACE/2.25 Cultural Competence; CA (CAADE)/2.0; CA (CADTP)/2.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/2.0; CE Broker/2.0 Cultural Diversity, Social And Cultural Foundations, Counseling Theories, Knowledge Of Sociological Factors, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1209092; 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 CC, TR1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/2.0; OK (OBLADC)/2.0
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an evidence-based therapy that has been shown to significantly improve mental health outcomes. This advanced course describes the foundations of ACT and discusses presenting problems unique to LGBT individuals. The course presents adaptations of ACT techniques for LGBT individuals and demonstrate the use of those interventions via case studies.
10/counseling/ceus/course/recognizing-and-supporting-lgbtq-clients-1863Recognizing and Supporting LGBTQ Clients from Intimate Partner ViolenceThis course offers an overview of LGBTQ dating violence, focusing on recognition, identification, and some response strategies. This course explores the unique dynamics and challenges faced by LGBTQ individuals in dating relationships, including barriers to seeking help and accessing support services. In addition, this course will provide strategies for providing culturally competent and inclusive support to LGBTQ survivors, as well as resources available for prevention and intervention.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingRecognizing and Supporting LGBTQ Clients from Intimate Partner ViolenceThis course offers an overview of LGBTQ dating violence, focusing on recognition, identification, and some response strategies. This course explores the unique dynamics and challenges faced by LGBTQ individuals in dating relationships, including barriers to seeking help and accessing support services. In addition, this course will provide strategies for providing culturally competent and inclusive support to LGBTQ survivors, as well as resources available for prevention and intervention.1863OnlinePT61.9998M
ASWB ACE/1.25 Cultural Competence; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Domestic Violence, Cultural Diversity, Counseling Theories, Knowledge Of Sociological Factors, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1207812; 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, Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 CC, C5; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
This course offers an overview of LGBTQ dating violence, focusing on recognition, identification, and some response strategies. This course explores the unique dynamics and challenges faced by LGBTQ individuals in dating relationships, including barriers to seeking help and accessing support services. In addition, this course will provide strategies for providing culturally competent and inclusive support to LGBTQ survivors, as well as resources available for prevention and intervention.
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