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• Anticipatory Grief: Experiencing Grief Before the Actual Loss and How It Goes Beyond the Loss of a Loved One

  • When
    05 Dec 2025
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    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Online (Zoom)

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  Description: Many counselors are accustomed to working with clients and grief. This grief is generally after the loss of a loved one regardless of their age or relationship with the client. However, there is a form of grief that lasts much longer and affects a much larger group of clients. These are clients that are experiencing anticipatory grief. This can occur in situations such as chronic illness, caregiving, loss of a job, loss of safety and security, loss of a relationship, etc. These are often looked at as an adjustment disorder but often can go much longer than 6 months and are experienced very similarly to traditional grief. Covid-19 introduced types of anticipatory grief that a great deal of clients never expected to experience. This webinar will discuss the types of anticipatory grief that are experienced as well as interventions and modalities to utilize with clients.

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1274378

  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. Differentiate between adjustment disorder and anticipatory grief.
  2. Compare and contrast interventions and theories to utilize when treating clients with anticipatory grief.
  3. Describe the differences between anticipatory grief and traditional grief.

  About the Presenter:
  Dr. Amy Maturen is dually licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. She earned her Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision along with her Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Capella University. She is certified as a Play Therapist. She serves as the Clinical Director of Lutheran Counseling Services in Winter Park, Florida while also providing counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Her specialties include chronic illness, caretakers, and grief. She has over two years of experience as an Adjunct Professor in the Counseling Department of Mid-America Christian University in Oklahoma working with Masters level students. In addition to teaching, she has been a University Supervisor for over a year mentoring and guiding students in their fieldwork experience prior to graduation. Recently, Dr. Maturen was also a contributing author in a counseling textbook regarding anticipatory grief titled “Grief and Trauma Counseling Education”.

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• Shifting from Counselor to Colleague Cultivator: Redefining Your Role As Supervisor

  • When
    10 Dec 2025
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Hybrid (Online via Zoom & In-Person at 9801 Belvedere Rd, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411)

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  Description: This session equips supervisors with practical strategies to support early-career counselors through effective, theory-driven supervision—not counseling. We’ll explore key topics including supervision frameworks, developmental stages of supervisees, boundary setting, and navigating challenges such as transference and countertransference. The focus is on fostering a collegial, professional relationship that promotes growth while maintaining clear role distinctions.

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1341500

  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. Differentiate supervision from counseling by applying theoretical frameworks and role boundaries to maintain a professional, collegial relationship with supervisees.
  2. Identify and implement strategies for supporting early-career counselors through developmental stages while fostering growth and competence.
  3. Analyze and address common supervisory dilemmas related to transference, countertransference, and boundary setting to ensure ethical and effective supervision.
  4. Develop strategies to protect the longevity of the supervisory role by recognizing early signs of burnout and implementing self-care and workload management practices.

  About the Presenter:

  Dr. Bridget Glass is a licensed mental health counselor whose clinical expertise extends to the treatment of intimate partner violence, adult survivors of childhood abuse, and occupational distress in the helping professions. Additionally, Dr. Glass is the Program Director and Assistant Professor for the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at South University in West Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Glass has served as a Board Member for the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association for 2 years. She enjoys traveling with her husband of 24 years, teaching, and playtime with her 2 fluffy pups!

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• Jingle & Mingle

  • When
    12 Dec 2025
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    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    10500 University Center Dr Suite 215, Tampa, FL 33612
  • Spaces left
    36

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  FMHCA and Sophros Recovery invite you to join us for Jingle & Mingle, an evening of networking, holiday cheer, and community connection. Enjoy food and beverages provided by Sophros Recovery while connecting with fellow mental health professionals from across the region.

  Bring your holiday spirit and your ugliest sweater. Anyone who arrives in an ugly sweater will be entered into a raffle to win a festive prize.

  This co-hosted event is a wonderful opportunity to expand your professional network, share resources, and celebrate the season with colleagues who are passionate about the counseling profession.

  Seating is limited. Reserve your spot today.

     

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• Sip & Paint: Where Connection Meets Creation

  • When
    04 Feb 2026
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    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    1501 International Parkway Lake Mary, Florida 32746

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  Join us for an evening of creativity and connection at FMHCA’s 2026 Annual Conference!

  Unwind after a full day of learning at our Paint & Sip Networking Event on Wednesday, February 4th, from 6:00–8:00 PM. Set in a relaxed, art-filled atmosphere, this gathering invites you to pick up a brush, enjoy a drink, and connect with fellow counselors in a meaningful, low-pressure space.

  Whether you’re an experienced artist or a total beginner, you’ll have the opportunity to create your own masterpiece while strengthening professional relationships.  Each registration includes one drink ticket, which can be redeemed for either a glass of wine or lemonade.

  Come sip, paint, and enjoy a refreshing end to your pre-conference day—because sometimes the best conversations happen with a palette in hand.

  Space will be limited, so be sure to register early!

  Choose Your Path

  This is the artwork you’ll be creating during the event! Our instructor will guide you step-by-step as you paint this uplifting design, complete with a space to add your own meaningful quote or personal message.

  Whether you choose an inspiring phrase, a calming reminder, or a word of the year, your piece will be uniquely yours. This session is perfect for all experience levels—just bring your creativity and enjoy the process.

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