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Florida mental health COUNSELORS association
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EMPOWER YOUR JOURNEY The Florida Mental Health Counselors Association (FMHCA) stands as the foremost advocate for mental health professionals in the State of Florida. Our mission revolves around providing education, legislative oversight, and networking opportunities to mental health professionals within our state and sometimes beyond. Join us for our 2024 Annual Summer Bash, scheduled from July 15th to July 30th. This virtual event series offers a variety of sessions tailored specifically for master's level counseling graduate students and Registered Mental Health Counselor Interns. We've curated a lineup of community leaders, speakers, and organizations to impart invaluable knowledge and expertise, helping you build a strong professional foundation for your counseling career. |
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The Do's and Don'ts of Being a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern July 15th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Presented By: Aaron Norton, PhD, LMHC, LMFT, MCAP, CRC |
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Entry Level Assessments: A Workshop for Registered Mental Health Counselor Interns July 18th 2024 from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM Presented By: Scott Jones, LMHC |
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Passing the NCMHCE Exam July 19th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Presented By: Linton Hutchinson, PhD, LMHC, NCC & Stacy Frost, Certified Life Coach |
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Florida Laws and Rules: Foundations for Clinical Practice July 22nd 2024 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Presented By: Julia W. Buckey, PhD, MSW, ACSW & George A. Jacinto, PhD, LCSW, PCCL |
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Online Networking Mixer July 23rd 2024 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Hosted By FMHCA Staff Member: Samantha Samarelli, MS, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern |
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Bridging the Gap: Strategies for Establishing Effective Client Connections July 24th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Presented By: Logan Bell, MS, LMHC, NCC |
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Addressing the Intersection: Navigating HIV in Mental Health Practice July 25th 2024 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Presented By: Cortina Peters-Lewis, PhD, LMHC, LPC, CST |
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Keep Calm & Counsel On: Maintaining Wellness from the Very Start July 26th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Presented By: Bridget Glass, PhD, LMHC, ACS |
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Domestic Violence July 29th 2024 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Presented By: Victoria Siegel, MS, LMHC, LCPC, LPC QS (FL & ID) |
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Registered Intern & Graduate Student Committee Meeting July 30th 2024 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Hosted By Committee Chair & FMHCA Past- President: Laura Peddie-Bravo, LMHC, NCC |
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| SPONSOR & EXHIBITOR PACKAGES As a sponsor, you are invited to be our partner in the Summer Bash. You’ll gain access to educational & networking sessions where you will be able to engage attendees. Experience the passion and dedication of Florida Mental Health Counselors and witness their commitment to making a difference in the lives of hundreds of interns and students every day. Please join us as a sponsor and take advantage of this high impact opportunity to raise your visibility with this network of up and coming mental health counselors working in community agencies, managed behavioral health care organizations, integrated delivery systems, hospitals, substance abuse and mental health treatment centers, universities, and private practice. Questions? Contact Samantha Samarelli |
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INTRODUCING: THE SILVERNAIL LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP FMHCA proudly announces the establishment of The Silvernail Legacy Scholarship, a donation-based scholarship dedicated to honoring the late Dr. Darlene Silvernail. Dr. Silvernail, FMHCA's inaugural executive director, was a pioneering figure in the mental health community. This scholarship offers comprehensive support to students, encompassing full conference admission to the annual FMHCA conference, complete registration for the FMHCA Summer Bash, and registration for the 8 hour Laws & Rules course needed as a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern. To qualify for consideration, applicants must be FMHCA student members and residents of Florida. They are required to submit an essay outlining their suitability for the scholarship, along with their academic background, a financial need statement if applicable, and a letter of recommendation from a university director or advisor. The scholarship will be officially launched at the FMHCA Summer Bash event. However, donations are currently being accepted and can be made by texting "SILVERNAIL" to 44-321 or by clicking here. |
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