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• Brain Based Healing for PTSD & Trauma – Looking through Neuroscience

  • Start
    08 May 2025
  • End
    14 Apr 2026
  • Location
    Online (Zoom)

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  Description: ~What if the cause of emotional disturbance from trauma/PTSD is not what we think it is? ~What if there is a way to resolve trauma more efficiently without people having to relive pain? ~What if there are myths circulating about treatment of trauma/PTSD? There are myths regarding trauma treatment that keep people from pursuing much needed services. This session will reveal those myths while unveiling ways to overcome related barriers to care. In the process this will absolutely raise awareness and SMASH STIGMA! Buckle in as new insights, information, and paradigm shifting ways of thinking about all things trauma get presented!!! This session will provide attendees with the brain-based cause of emotional dis…ease. Attendees will hear an innovative conceptual framework to evaluate emotional disturbance and origin of trauma. This session will list and describe a 3-word mantra to calm the nervous system that resonates with people on a brain-based level. This session will demonstrate a 5-word mantra to eliminate judgement! How wonderful is that for your clients to be engaged in an environment that is truly, a judgement free zone?! We know trauma can be stored in the body. This session will demonstrate a body posture that instantly changes mood. Lastly, this session will differentiate and recommend another way of thinking about anxiety that can really help the client populations attendees serve and summarize a brain-based healing methodology to resolve trauma - The Cortina Method.

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1297186

  This is an event sponsored by FMHCA. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW – FMHCA CE Broker #: 50-748

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Attendees will list and describe a 3-word mantra to calm the nervous system.
  2. Attendees will differentiate the neuroscience based cause of emotional disturbances and why trauma can be resolved efficiently.
  3. Attendees will define a 5-word mantra to eliminate judgement and list myths related to trauma/PTSD treatment.
  4. Attendees will explain and name an innovative way to describe anxiety and demonstrate a body posture to instantly change mood.

  About the Presenter:

  Michael Cortina, LCSW, LCAC is a Trauma Resolution Expert & CEO of The Cortina Method, LLC. He is the Founder & Creator of The Cortina Method© - a brain-based healing methodology to resolve trauma and other disturbing emotions, thoughts, and behaviors WITHOUT, people having to relive pain. Michael is a healer, national keynote speaker, trainer, and sought-after international authority on PTSD treatment, brain-based healing and mindset transformation work. Throughout Michael’s career, he has transformed the lives of thousands of people who have gone on to live an optimal life free of PTSD, guilt, anger, shame, anxiety, addiction, blame, fear, limiting beliefs, phobias, and more. He has spoken to audiences of 600 attendees, has provided The Cortina Method Master Classes & Trainings throughout the country, and has been featured in ABC, FOX, NBC, CBS, THE CW, & Yahoo!finance along with 400+ publications and media outlets.

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• Advocating For the Profession: An Update on FMHCA's 2025 "Legislative Days" Event

  • Start
    15 May 2025
  • End
    15 May 2026
  • Location
    Online (Zoom)
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  Description: In this 1-hour webinar, FMHCA's lobbyist and Government Relations Committee Chair will offer members a description of FMHCA's efforts to promote legislation for our profession. This webinar is an opportunity for members to learn more about what happens "behind the scenes" with FMHCA's lobbying efforts.

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  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1303884 

  This is an event sponsored by FMHCA. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW – FMHCA CE Broker #: 50-748

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify legislative issues impacting the mental health counseling profession in Florida.

  2. Outline FMHCA's professional advocacy and lobbying efforts in 2025.

  3. Describe FMHCA's process for addressing legislative issues.

  About the Presenter:
  

  

  Dr. Aaron Norton is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with certifications in addictions, alcohol and drug counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical mental health counseling, trauma treatment, forensic mental health evaluation, forensic behavioral analysis, and forensic psychometry. He serves as executive director of the National Board of Forensic Evaluators, assistant professor of instruction at the University of South Dept. of Mental Health Law & Policy, International Counseling Task Force chair for the American Mental Health Counselors Association, and chair of the Government Relations Committee for the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association. He co-authored the forensic evaluation section of the “AMHCA Standards for the Practice of Clinical Mental Health Counseling,” authored the proposal for AMHCA’s Clinical Mental Health Specialist in Forensic Evaluation (CMHS-FE) credential, served on the expert panel that created the standards and written exam for the Florida Certification Board’s Certified Telehealth Practitioner (CTP) credential, and has been published in several journals and professional magazines. He has 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor.

  

  Corinne Mixon is a registered professional lobbyist with fifteen years of experience representing clients’ state governmental interests. At Rutledge Ecenia, Corinne represents a broad client base with a particular emphasis on health care practitioners, education and regulated industries and professions. While earning her BA from the University of Alabama’s School of Communications and Information Sciences, Corinne garnered an internship in the Washington, D.C. office of U.S. Senator Richard Shelby, thus igniting her interest in professional lobbying and politics. Corinne began her professional career as a Public Relations Account Coordinator at the Zimmerman Agency was a principal shareholder of Mixon & Associates. In 2020, Corinne won the “Best Young Lobbyist” competition hosted by the popular Florida Politics news outlet. Corinne was also youngest-ever recipient of the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants’ Lifetime Achievement Award for her role in passing legislation. Corinne serves on the Board of the Florida Association of Professional Lobbyists and she is a member of the Florida Education Legislative Liaisons (FELL)

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• Starting and Growing Your Practice: Burning the Oars

  • Start
    16 May 2025
  • End
    16 May 2026
  • Location
    Online (Zoom)

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  Description: In this training, Mrs. Spears will share the nuts and bolts of starting a private practice. In addition an explanation of the logistics, this training will address the mental and emotional fortitude required to weather the ups and downs of owning your business. The training will conclude with a defined mission statement that attendees will create to inform their growth goals over the next year.

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1304085

  This is an event sponsored by FMHCA. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW – FMHCA CE Broker #: 50-748

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Attendees will be able to explain the legalties associatedwith starting and growing a practice
  2. Attendees will name emotional barriers that interferewith starting and growing a practice
  3. Attendees will evalute their resources and readiness tostart and grow a practice
  4.  Attendees will identity their motivation and long-termgoals for starting and growing a practice

  About the Presenter:

  Tara Spears, LMFT, LMHC, CST, CFMHE, CCCE graduated from the University of Central Florida with her Master of Arts in Counselor Education in 2005. Prior to beginning her practice, she held numerous positions in the field (i.e. counselor, manager, director and CEO) and worked with several populations including child welfare, hospice, and community mental health. In 2016, she took all her experience, the good, the bad and the ugly, and used this to establish Talk Sex with Me, PLLC DBA Togetherness Counseling. After establishing the practice in 2016, Mrs. Spears went on to create online learning to assist parents in talking to their children about sex and sexual safety. This program was purchased and used by Heartland for Children for two years. In 2018, she published a book Talking to Children and Teens About Sex: A Practical Guide. It’s currently available for purchase through Amazon. Mrs. Spears was featured in numerous podcasts and conferences including the World’s Best Parenting Summit, The Sexology Podcast, The Parent-Child Relationship Podcast, The Talking to Kids About Sex Interview Series, the 2017 FSFAPA Conference and The Launching Your Daughter Podcasts. Mrs. Spears is a qualified mental health and marriage and family supervisor. In 2024, she completed two certifications and is now a Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator and Certified Child Custody Evaluator.

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• Dual Disorders: Assessment, Diagnosis and Treatment Through the Multiple Barriers of Care

  • Start
    30 May 2025
  • End
    30 May 2026
  • Location
    Online (Zoom)

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  Description: In this presentation, there will be a focus on how to properly identify the intersection of mental health and addiction in the process of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, understanding challenges in access and coordination of dual diagnosis care and learning ways to overcome obstacles to effective treatment.

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1306901

  This is an event sponsored by FMHCA. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW – FMHCA CE Broker #: 50-748

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify the intersection of mental health and addiction in the process of assessment, diagnosis and treatment. 
  2.  Identify strategies to break through barriers to access of care. 
  3.  Understand challenges in the coordination of care with substance abuse organizations. 
  4.  Identify obstacles to effective treatment and how to overcome them.

  About the Presenter:

  Dr. Nicole Kratimenos joined the Counseling program at Barry University in 2023 and is a Co-Advisor for Barry University's Chi Sigma Iota. Dr. Kratimenos obtained a BA in Psychology and Spanish and a MA in Rehabilitation & Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Florida. Dr. Kratimenos also holds an Ed.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision from National Louis University. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Qualified Supervisor for the State of Florida. Dr. Kratimenos is certified in Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, is Board Certified in TeleMental Health Counseling and is a National Certified Counselor. She is trilingual and uses an eclectic approach in therapy and teaching. Dr. Kratimenos is the Past Secretary of the Florida Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (FACES), the Past President Elect, President and Past President of the Suncoast Mental Health Counselors Association (SMHCA), and the current Interim President of the Suncoast Mental Health Counselors Association (SMHCA). Some of her presentations include co-presenting at Florida Counseling Association (FCA) conventions on the topic of The Guilt of Ambivalent Reactions: Healing Ambivalent Loss in Transgender Families and at an Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES) convention on the topic of Creative Adaptation: Adapting Multicultural Experiential Activities to Virtual Formats. Dr. Kratimenos has also participated in research focusing on dual-diagnosis treatment and the topic of psychological abuse.

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• Harnessing the Power of Narrative: Enhancing Trauma Recovery with Narrative Exposure Therapy

  • Start
    06 Jun 2025
  • End
    06 Jun 2026
  • Location
    Online (Zoom)

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  Description: Dive deep into the transformative potential of Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) with this comprehensive 2-hour session tailored for mental health professionals. NET is a powerful approach that helps trauma survivors integrate their traumatic experiences into their life stories, fostering healing and resilience. This expanded presentation will provide an in-depth exploration of NET, highlighting its efficacy through detailed case studies and offering extensive practical exercises. Attendees will gain advanced skills in implementing NET, ensuring they can better support trauma survivors in their journey towards recovery and authentic living.

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1308325

  This is an event sponsored by FMHCA. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW – FMHCA CE Broker #: 50-748
  

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Define Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) and explain its core principles and theoretical foundations within cognitive-behavioral therapy. 
  2. Describe the process through which NET helps clients integrate traumatic memories into a coherent life narrative.
  3.  Present detailed case studies illustrating the successful application of NET in treating women with trauma histories. 
  4. Differentiate the impacts of gender-specific trauma and identify how NET can be tailored to address these nuances.

  About the Presenter:
  

  Jessica Straughn is the founder and licensed Mental Health Counselor at Supportive Counseling, LLC. Her practice is dedicated to helping professional women navigate anxiety, depression, and trauma-related issues, understanding the unique challenges they face. She holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Central Florida, with additional minors in Women's Studies and Criminal Justice. Her credentials include certifications in Crisis Response Planning for Suicide Prevention, Critical Incident Stress Management, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level I & II. With extensive experience in trauma and victim advocacy, Jessica has served as a Victim Advocate at the 9th Judicial State Attorney's Office, providing support during the Pulse nightclub tragedy, and as a Victim Specialist at the University of Central Florida Police Department, where she assisted those affected by sexual assault and critical incidents. She has also contributed to the LGBTQ+ community as a therapist at 26Health and supported survivors of domestic violence through Harbor House. Jessica's unwavering commitment to empowering women to overcome trauma is evident in her work and is a driving force behind her involvement in workshops, webinars, and speaking engagements.

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• Generation Z: Is it Reality Impairment Or Are They a Product of Generational Changes?

  • Start
    16 Jun 2025
  • End
    16 Jun 2026
  • Location
    Online (Zoom)

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  Description: Generation Z may be one of the most maligned generations in recent history. They eschew the traditional 40-hour work week, exhibit disdain for traditional marriages for what they feel is right. In the midst of this, they cannot afford home ownership, are struggling to survive financially and many feel it is the job of others in their life to support them. What is it that makes them different and how do we help them with their anxiety and depression?

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1310004

  This is an event sponsored by FMHCA. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW – FMHCA CE Broker #: 50-748

  Learning Objectives:

  1. The Learner will be able to identify the issues that Generation Z face.
  2. The Learner will be able to analyze the behaviors and evaluate the impairment levels of the individual.
  3. The Learner will be able to identify the contributing factors to functioning.
  4. The Learner will be able to implement treatment methods to increase overall functioning.

  About the Presenter:
  

  Kelley Ryals is an LMHC-S. She runs a private practice in Pensacola FL, and hosts 6 student interns a year. She is currently working on her PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision.

  
  

  
  

  Caeserea McCord is a Registered Mental Health Intern employed at Pensacola State College and is working towards licensure.

  
  

  
  

  Madison Rielly is a student intern completing her practicum and internship at KR Counseling in Pensacola FL. When she is not seeing clients or in class, she is employed as a front desk specialist and North Florida Surgeons.

  
  

  
  

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• July 2025 Alliance Meeting

  • When
    09 Jul 2025
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online (Zoom)

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  Join us for an interactive virtual event. Meet other FMHCA members and network. The goal of the virtual discussion room is for members to collaborate and seek feedback from fellow FMHCA members.

  
  

  The next "Alliance" Virtual Discussion Room is scheduled for Wednesday, July 9th from 12PM-1PM EST

  
  

  The discussion will be led by Dr. Aaron Norton.

  
  

  Our plan is to discuss the Advocacy for the Counseling Profession. This is not a CEU event. 

  
  

  This event is free & exclusive for all FMHCA Members.

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• Tapas & Talk: A Night with FMHCA & Sophros Recovery

  • When
    31 Jul 2025
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    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    The Blue Fish Restaurant & Oyster Bar 3551 Saint Johns Ave Jacksonville, FL 32205
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  Join Us for an Evening of Connection, Conversation, and Community!

  FMHCA and Sophros Recovery invite you to a special in-person networking event in Jacksonville!

  Come mingle with fellow clinicians, enjoy delicious tapas at Blue Fish Restaurant, and learn more about Sophros Recovery’s mission to support healing in Northeast Florida. This is a great opportunity to expand your professional network, share resources, and stay up to date on FMHCA’s latest initiatives, upcoming events, and member benefits.

  What to Expect:

  • Tapas and light refreshments

  • Connection with local mental health professionals

  • An inside look at Sophros Recovery

  • FMHCA updates and ways to get involved

  • A casual, welcoming environment

  • Don’t forget to bring your business cards!

  Open to all mental health professionals. We look forward to seeing you there!

  This event is in partnership with Sophros Recovery.

  Sophros Recovery’s Jacksonville center is dedicated to helping clients regain their lives. The center offers outpatient treatment for individuals struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. Their team of therapists, counselors, and medical professionals takes pride in tailoring programs to meet each client’s unique needs. Believing that successful recovery encompasses a healthy body, a healthy mind, a strong sense of community, and practical tools for navigating life’s challenges, Sophros Recovery provides comprehensive support. Through therapy, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), life skills training, and a focus on sustainable, long-term recovery, they guide clients on a path to healing.

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• Therapeutic Martial Arts Certification Training - Level 1 and 2

  • Start
    14 Aug 2025
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    9:00 AM
  • End
    16 Aug 2025
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    5:00 PM
  • Location
    In-Person & Online
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    25

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  Description: The Therapeutic Martial Arts is program that is designed to combine several evidence-based clinical approaches and therapeutic interventions using group structure and Martial Arts.  The Therapeutic Martial Arts Program Level 1 Certification training familiarizes participants with a uniquely innovative program.  Participants are introduced to research and practical application of Therapeutic Martial Arts.  Techniques of stress management, anger control, improvement of self-esteem, goal attainment, as well as deeper traumatic issues. Participants will learn and be able to apply the Threat-Aggression Modulation Response (TAMR) Model, meditation, and clinical interventions utilizing Martial Arts techniques.  Level 2 seminar will encompass advance clinical and practical approaches in utilizing Martial Arts therapy with more complex clinical issues such as victimization, aggression, trauma, bullying, ADHD, and Autism.  Additionally, the training will focus on working with parents in applying learned techniques in their home and school.  Participants will learn how to set up an environment to implement their own independent practice or use Therapeutic Martial techniques in their individual practice.  All participants will have a year membership with the International Therapeutic Martial Arts Association (ITMAA.org).

  Level 1 and 2  Certification Provided by: International Therapeutic Martial Arts Association

  * Level 1 Certification is required before pursuing Level 2 Certification.*

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand complex structures of Martial Arts therapy
  2. Apply practical and metaphorical approach using Martial Arts as therapy
  3. Apply Therapeutic Martial Arts Therapy with psychological disorders, behavioral problems, and social conditions
  4. Be able to set up independent practice sing Therapeutic Martial Arts

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  General Credits: 

  • Level 1 and 2:  21 CEUS (20-1296657)
    
  • Level 2 only:  7 CEUS (20-1296662)
    

  (2-3 day Certification Course)

  Level 1: August 14th and 15th 2025 (9am-5pm each day)

  Level 2: August 16th 2025 (9am-5pm)

  Physical Location: 110 N. Federal Hwy. Suite 304. Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009

  Online Location: Via Zoom

  This event is sponsored by FMHCA, an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider. FMHCA NBCC Provider# 2058. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.  FMHCA is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW – FMHCA CE Broker #: 50-748

  About the Presenter:

  Dr. Eric Yuri Reznik obtained a Master’s degree with honors and a Doctorate degree, both in clinical psychology, from Miami Institute of Psychology (currently, Albizu University). He has a successful practice for over 35 years and he is recognized nationally and internationally for his innovative and comprehensive clinical approach. Currently, Dr. Reznik maintains a full-time clinical practice at BeWell Rehabilitation and Counseling Group, Inc., in Hallandale, Florida. He has taught in many colleges and universities. Currently, he is an adjunct faculty member at Barry University. Dr. Reznik has published books The Therapeutic Martial Arts. He is currently developing the Complete Mental Status Evaluation (CMSE) assessment scale. Dr. Reznik has a unique approach utilizing traditional and non-traditional therapeutic modalities, such as alternative therapies, Neurofeedback, light and sound therapies, hypnosis, and Ketamine Assisted Therapies (KAT).

  
  

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• September 2025 Alliance Meeting

  • When
    10 Sep 2025
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online (Zoom)

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  Join us for an interactive virtual event. Meet other FMHCA members and network. The goal of the virtual discussion room is for members to collaborate and seek feedback from fellow FMHCA members.

  
  

  The next "Alliance" Virtual Discussion Room is scheduled for Wednesday, September 10th from 12PM-1PM EST

  
  

  The discussion will be led by FMHCA's Past-President, Laura Peddie-Bravo.

  
  

  Our plan is to discuss the Support for LMHCs in Private Practice. This is not a CEU event. 

  
  

  This event is free & exclusive for all FMHCA Members.

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• The Hero's Journey: Using Psychodrama as a Strength-Based Tool for Post-Traumatic Growth

  • When
    13 Sep 2025
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    9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Location
    Sophros Recovery, 10500 University Center Dr, Tampa, FL 33612
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  Description: Join us in learning how to access the warrior from within as we embark on the hero's journey! Psychodrama is an evidenced-based experiential therapy modality and a powerful approach for healing trauma and mental health concerns. This training offers participants the opportunity to explore the history and theory of psychodrama while learning practical tools to use in both individual and group psychotherapy sessions. Through the hero’s journey, participants will learn strategies for building safety, resiliency, and uncovering inner strengths. Action methods will be facilitated to give participants the opportunity to gain new insight through personal discovery and leave with creative and exciting new ways to engage clients in clinical work. Whether you’re attending your very first psychodrama workshop or you’re an old pro, all levels of experience are welcome!

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1289276

  General Credits: 7

  This event is sponsored by FMHCA, an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider. FMHCA NBCC Provider# 2058. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.  FMHCA is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW – FMHCA CE Broker #: 50-748

  Snacks & Lunch Provided by Sophros Recovery

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Attendees will be able to describe the basic theoretical constructs of psychodrama intervention and theory.
  2. Attendees will be able to integrate and implement psychodramatic techniques/interventions such as warm-ups, role reversal, and doubling into sessions with clients both individually and in groups.
  3. Using the theme of the hero’s journey, attendees will learn creative tools for helping clients gain insight on strengths, identify how to move through barriers keeping them stuck, and facilitate post-traumatic growth.

  About the Presenter:

  Kerry is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and serves on the FMHCA Board of Directors for the Southwest Region. She is a Certified Practitioner of Psychodrama, Sociometry, and Group Psychotherapy and is completing the Practitioner Applicant for Trainer (PAT) process. Kerry co-founded The Creative Wellness Collective with Aimee Johnson, where she offers psychodrama training and workshops for clinicians. She presently has a private practice in Tampa, Florida called True Wellness Tampa where she works with adolescents, young adults, and families who are dealing with anxiety, emotion management, social difficulties, and self-confidence.

  Aimee is the owner of Creative Minds Counseling and has been practicing therapy since 2014. She specializes in trauma, addiction, and brain injury and offers individual/group therapy, training, and supervision. Aimee is certified in Psychodrama, is completing the Practitioner Applicant for Trainer (PAT) process, and has been training for 10+ years. She is committed to helping individuals with trauma and addiction learn how to thrive and overcome obstacles in their lives. Aimee has spent 11 years in anti-human trafficking work and advocating for affordable quality healthcare for financially insecure and underserved populations. She serves as a board member and Director of Counseling for the Underground Clinic, as well as the ASGPP (American Society of Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama).

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• Qualified Supervision Training (QST)

  • Start
    18 Sep 2025
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    8:30 AM
  • End
    19 Sep 2025
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    12:30 PM
  • Location
    In-Person (Royal Palm Beach) & Online (Zoom)
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    25

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  Description:  This comprehensive training program is designed for experienced counselors seeking to qualify as approved supervisors in Florida. The training will equip participants with the essential knowledge, skills, and ethical guidelines necessary to effectively supervise emerging counselors.

  This course meets State of Florida education requirements for LMHCs, LCSWs, & LMFTs to become credentialed as Qualified Supervisor.

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1299695

  This event is sponsored by FMHCA, an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider. FMHCA NBCC Provider# 2058. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.  FMHCA is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW – FMHCA CE Broker #: 50-748

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Understanding the Supervisor Role: Explore the responsibilities and expectations of a qualified supervisor, including ethical and legal considerations unique to Florida.
  2. Supervision Models and Techniques: Learn various supervision models and methods to enhance the developmental and professional growth of supervisees.
  3. Providing Effective Feedback: Develop skills for delivering constructive feedback, promoting self-reflection, and encouraging professional development in supervisees.
  4. Navigating State Regulations: Gain insight into the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling regulations regarding supervision.

  About the Presenter:

  Dr. Bridget Glass is the Program Director for the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at South University in West Palm Beach, Florida. In addition, Dr. Glass is a licensed Mental Health Counselor, Qualified Supervisor and Approved Clinical Supervisor who specializes in the treatment of childhood trauma, relationship abuse, and workplace distress in the helping professions. She received a her Master of Science with a dual focus in both Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy and holds a Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision. Dr. Glass' clinical experience extends to both private practice and community settings such as schools and women’s shelters. She provides consultation and training on intimate partner violence, trauma-informed systemic practices, secondary traumatic stress in the helping professions, and counselor resilience for regional and national forums. She is a contributing author to the book, Non-Suicidal Self-Injury Throughout the Lifespan: A Clinician’s Guide to Treatment Considerations, and articles that expand on the literature for Counselor Education. In addition, Dr. Glass currently serves as the Secretary for the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association. Dr. Glass’ self-care practices include lots of play such as traveling abroad with her husband and swimming with her Golden Doodles.

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• Mental Health + AI: A Mini Summit for Modern Clinicians

  • When
    26 Sep 2025
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    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Online (Via Zoom)

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  Join FMHCA for a powerful one-day virtual summit exploring the intersection of mental health counseling and artificial intelligence. This timely event will bring together experts, clinicians, and thought leaders to examine how AI is transforming the landscape of mental health care.

  Through engaging sessions, practical ethics training, and a live Q&A with a legal expert, participants will gain critical insights into the benefits, challenges, and future implications of AI in clinical practice—including diagnostic support, documentation workflows, risk management, and ethical considerations.

  Whether you're cautiously curious or actively integrating AI into your work, this summit is designed to spark conversation, empower your decision-making, and keep you at the forefront of innovation.

  What to Expect:

  • A curated lineup of sessions covering clinical applications, ethical considerations, and emerging AI tools

  - We are currently finalizing the speaker lineup, but FMHCA members are encouraged to register early to take advantage of discounted early bird pricing.

  • Live Q&A with legal expert

  • Timely discussions on how AI is influencing day-to-day therapeutic practice

  • An exclusive iPad raffle for attendees 

  - FMHCA members receive 2 entries

  - Non-members receive 1 entry

  • 7 continuing education credits

  This Summit is Brought to You by The Health Law Firm

  The Health Law Firm is dedicated exclusively to representing healthcare providers. Its team of experienced attorneys advocates for physicians, nurses, counselors, dentists, therapists, and other licensed professionals facing legal challenges.

  The firm regularly appears before Florida’s professional boards—including the Boards of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Dentistry, and Counseling—and provides legal defense in license complaint investigations, hospital disputes, audits, administrative hearings, and litigation. Their attorneys also assist with reviewing, drafting, and negotiating healthcare contracts.

  Whether it’s a disciplinary action, a Medicare/Medicaid audit, or a professional board issue, The Health Law Firm offers skilled, strategic representation. They accept most professional liability insurance plans, including NSO, HPSO, Pharmacists Mutual, Dentists Advantage, and CPH & Associates.

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• The Therapeutic Canvas: Integrating Expressive Arts Therapy into Play Therapy Practices

  • Start
    23 Oct 2025
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    9:30 AM
  • End
    24 Oct 2025
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    4:30 PM
  • Location
    In-Person & Online
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  Description: Integrating Expressive therapy and play therapy is a valuable asset to any clinician's practice. Learning how to integrate these therapies allows clinicians to gain a comprehensive skill set that enhances their practice. Participants will learn techniques that foster a deeper, more nuanced connection with clients. Many clinicians have anxiety about incorporating expressive art techniques into their play therapy practice. Often times, clinicians do not feel confident in their ability to incorporate expressive arts due to lack of knowledge about materials, techniques, or even modalities.” Theoretical frameworks that promote an integrated arts approach are not well-known outside of a small community of expressive arts therapists. Expressive arts therapy runs the risks of being reduced to a “technique” within counseling (Degges-White & Davis, 2018)”Estrella (2023) Research shows the importance of knowing when, why, and how to employ an integrative approach.” Most people are not well-versed in the use of arts media, so a certain amount of awareness induction and teaching needs to take place” (Green 2014). The integration of expressive arts and play therapy not only enhances the therapeutic toolkit but also deepens the therapeutic alliance. This allows for creating a transformative space for client exploration and self discovery (Ojiambo, D., & Bratton, S. C. (2014). This training will provide a solid foundation of theoretical information for both play therapy and expressive arts. Come learn tools to add to your toolbox. They will also learn about several techniques from each that can inform the other in clinical practice, especially when working with children and adolescents. From an integrative theoretical framework, participants will learn how to choose complementary techniques from both play and expressive arts therapy to provide a solid method of treatment.

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Articulate a minimum of 1 benefit and 1 potential caution associated with the integration of play therapy and expressive therapy.
  2. Demonstrate the incorporation of play therapy and expressive therapy into your professional practice through at least 3 specific strategies.
  3. Demonstrate practical play therapy techniques/activities and identify appropriate implementation of these activities within your caseload,
  4. Define 3 concepts from expressive therapy theories and play therapy theories.
  5. Examine cultural  considerations and constraints for the use of expressive therapy and play therapy. 
  6. Examine participant’s biases regarding the use of expressive therapy materials. 
  7. Define techniques to be used during the assessment stage of treatment. 
  8. Define techniques to he used during the working phase of treatment. 
  9. Define techniques to he used during the termination  phase of treatment. 

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1298855

  General Credits: 12

  APT Approved Provider 19-590. 
  

  (Play therapy credit will only be approved for mental health providers.) 
  

  Physical Location: 1901 South Congress Avenue Suite 300 Boynton Beach, FL 33426

  Online Location: Via Zoom

  This event is sponsored by FMHCA, an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider. FMHCA NBCC Provider# 2058. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.  FMHCA is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW – FMHCA CE Broker #: 50-748

  About the Presenter:

  

  Stefani Beth Misiph, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Registered Play Therapist, Supervisor (RPT-S) who is working towards becoming a certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist with extensive experience in play therapy, expressive therapy, and IFS. She founded The Misiph Center for Therapy and Training in Boynton Beach, Florida, where she provides bilingual therapy 

  (English and Spanish) to children, families, and adults.

  With a Master of Arts in Expressive Therapies from Lesley University, Stefani integrates play, expressive arts, and IFS to create a holistic and healing therapeutic approach. She has served as a bilingual play therapist, clinical supervisor, and adjunct professor, teaching Lesley University advanced play therapy and expressive therapy courses.  She currently supervises both pre-licensed and licensed therapists and has started a training program for upcoming Registered Play Therapists.

  Stefani has over 20 years of experience working in private practice, community health, and academic settings, specializing in trauma, child and family therapy, and clinical supervision. She is a Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist (IFS) and serves as a Program Assistant for IFS trainings, deepening her expertise in applying parts work to children, adolescents, and families.

  She has held leadership roles in the New England Association for Play Therapy, including serving as President and Conference Coordinator for nearly a decade. Committed to advancing the field, Stefani conducts play therapy trainings and supervises clinicians pursuing certification in expressive and play therapy.

  Her work is guided by a deep belief in the healing power of play, creativity, and self-leadership, helping clients and therapists alike find clarity, resilience, and transformation.

  
  

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