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• Addressing the Intersection: Navigating HIV in Mental Health Practice

  • When
    11 Jun 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Online (Zoom)
  • Spaces left
    47

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  Did you know? With an active FMHCA membership, this and other webinars in the LMHC Prep and Connect Summer Workshop Series are free—activate before checkout! 

  Note: This offer applies only to the Registered Intern membership category. 
  

  Description: In today’s time, HIV/AIDS is a treatable preventable disease, but still a fatal disease, meaning that there is no known current cure. It is important for mental health professionals to be knowledgeable when it comes to treating clients who may be infected with HIV/AIDS. This interactive course has been specifically designed for mental health professionals to address the basics of STIs HIV/AIDS, Outline strategic objectives and prevention strategies to addressing HIV and STIs, and explore the sociological implications of Societal stigma. Current information about HIV/AIDS, including definitions, transmission, types of virus, how a person becomes infected, progression, evidence that HIV causes AIDS and how, and the origin of HIV/AIDS will be reviewed. This course also focuses on the law versus ethics, reporting ethical violations, and ethical issues specific to mental health professionals. Prevention concerns are addressed by recognizing special populations.

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1362927

  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:

  • Summarize the current basic information about HIV/AIDS, including definition, transmission, infectious fluids, types of virus, how a person becomes infected, progression, evidence that HIV causes AIDS and how, and the history & origin of HIV/AIDS.
  • Discuss the role of the therapist in counseling those with HIV, including how to implement "client-centered" counseling, identify key issues in counseling, and how to address family issues, mental health disorders, legal issues surrounding discrimination and stigma, and end-of-life issues.
  • Identify the steps in the ethical decision-making process and apply these steps to professional practice.
  • Describe how HIV and AIDS are treated and the many drug therapies available.

  About the Presenter: 

  Dr. Cortina Peters-Louis, affectionately known as The Girlfriend Therapist®, is an EMDR-trained licensed mental health counselor, certified sex therapist, International Life Coach, best-selling author, and sought-after speaker. Licensed across multiple states, she brings over 20 years of experience in sexual health education and has provided professional counseling services since 2009. Dr. Louis also serves as the Co-Owner and Chief Clinical Officer of S.M.I.L.E. Facilitation Services, providing clinical leadership and oversight of trauma-informed, culturally responsive psychoeducational and therapeutic programs. She is the founder of The NOIR Center for Intuitive Health & Counseling, where she advances culturally responsive mental health care at the intersection of social justice, racial trauma, intimacy, and sexual wellness. A trailblazer in her field, Dr. Louis is the first Black president of the Central Florida Mental Health Counselors Association and the 2023 Mental Health Counselor of the Year. A two-time lymphoma survivor and Lupus warrior, she is also the author of The W.O.W. Effect and the creator of The W.O.W. Effect® framework, empowering individuals to move from surviving to thriving.
  

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• The Dos and Don'ts of Being a Registered Intern

  • When
    11 Jun 2026
  •  
    12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Online (Zoom)
  • Spaces left
    50

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  Did you know? With an active FMHCA membership, this and other webinars in the LMHC Prep and Connect Summer Workshop Series are free—activate before checkout! 

  Note: This offer applies only to the Registered Intern membership category.
  

  Description: So you FINALLY made it, huh? After all those years of readings, lectures, exams, practicum hours, and assignments, you've earned your master's degree in clinical mental health counseling, and you're ready to embark on a 2+-year journey of internship as a registered mental health counselor intern. Oh, the places you’ll go! The people you’ll meet! The many things you’ll learn and experience, all inevitably leading to those gleaming, sparkly letters behind your name: "LMHC" (cue angelic voices in the background). But are you sure you know what to do next? Better yet—do you know what NOT to do? Ever been to a 491 board disciplinary hearing? If you have, you’ve probably noticed that a disproportionate number of counselors being disciplined by the board for legal and ethical violations are (gasp)—you guessed it---interns! This 2-hour session will offer you practical tips on what to do (and NOT do) to make the most of your internship.

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1362098

  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:

  • Match yourself with a qualified supervisor.
  • Adhere to laws and rules governing registered interns.
  • Expand employment and learning opportunities as a registered intern.

  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 assistant professor of at the University of South Florida’s Counselor Education program, International Counseling Task Force chair for the American Mental Health Counselors Association, chair of the Government Relations Committee for the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association, and executive director of the National Board of Forensic Evaluators. His research interests include the intersection of counseling and technology and the role of bias in clinical practice. 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.

  The 2026 LMHC Prep & Connect is proudly presented by CounselingExam.com.

  At Licensure Exams, the mission has always been simple: to help you pass your exam. Recognizing that most students have already spent countless hours with textbooks, their materials focus on the essentials and present them in an engaging, approachable way. The content is designed to simplify complex information and is delivered with a touch of humor, often leaving participants motivated to tackle just one more set of practice questions.

  Thanks to the support of CounselingExam.com, all live attendees will be entered into a $75 Publix gift card raffle!

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• Domestic Violence in Clinical Practice: Screening, Risk Assessment, and Trauma-Informed Response for Counselor Interns

  • When
    11 Jun 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Online (Zoom)
  • Spaces left
    49

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  Did you know? With an active FMHCA membership, this and other webinars in the LMHC Prep and Connect Summer Workshop Series are free—activate before checkout! 

  Note: This offer applies only to the Registered Intern membership category.
  

  Description: This presentation offers a comprehensive exploration of domestic violence and its far-reaching impact on mental health, equipping clinicians with the tools necessary to assess and support both survivors and perpetrators through a trauma-informed, culturally competent lens. Grounded in evidence-based practices and real-world application, participants will gain practical strategies to identify signs and symptoms of abuse, implement appropriate screening tools, and respond with compassion while upholding ethical and legal responsibilities. Through the lens of lived experience and professional expertise, this session will also highlight state and national prevalence data, Florida laws related to DV, and community-based resources to support safety, healing, and accountability. Designed for registered mental health counselor interns working across diverse settings, this workshop empowers attendees to confidently navigate the complexities of DV in clinical practice—because what happens behind closed doors deserves informed, empathetic intervention.

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1362277

  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:

  • Define domestic violence and identify common signs/symptoms that survivors may present with.
  • Describe the impact of DV on mental health and its implications for healthcare systems.
  • State the general prevalence of DV at the state and national levels and relevant DV-related laws.
  • Describe how to assess for DV in both survivors and perpetrators using common tools.
    

  About the Presenter: 

  Jessica Straughn, MA, LMHC, CCTP-II is the Founder and Owner of Supportive Counseling, LLC, a private practice specializing in trauma, anxiety, and relationship challenges. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and Colorado and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II. Jessica holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Central Florida and has over a decade of experience in trauma-informed care. Her professional background includes work as a contracted clinician for Harbor House, Orange County’s domestic violence shelter, where she provides therapy to survivors of intimate partner violence. Jessica has also served as a victim advocate, violence prevention educator, and crisis responder, supporting survivors and consulting with professionals across healthcare, education, and criminal justice systems.

  The 2026 LMHC Prep & Connect is proudly presented by CounselingExam.com.

  At Licensure Exams, the mission has always been simple: to help you pass your exam. Recognizing that most students have already spent countless hours with textbooks, their materials focus on the essentials and present them in an engaging, approachable way. The content is designed to simplify complex information and is delivered with a touch of humor, often leaving participants motivated to tackle just one more set of practice questions.

  Thanks to the support of CounselingExam.com, all live attendees will be entered into a $75 spa gift card raffle!

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• The Legal Edge: Laws and Rules for Sharpening Your Ethical Practice (8 Hour Laws and Rules)

  • When
    12 Jun 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Online (Zoom)
  • Spaces left
    55

  Register

  

  Did you know? With an active FMHCA membership, this and other webinars in the LMHC Prep and Connect Summer Workshop Series are free—activate before checkout! 

  Note: This offer applies only to the Registered Intern membership category.
  

  Description: This intensive 8-hour course provides Florida mental health professionals with a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of the legal and ethical landscape governing their practice in the state of Florida. Designed to be both informative and engaging, this training will equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate complex situations, minimize risk, and ensure ethical and compliant service delivery. In this course, you will master core concepts, including confidentiality, informed consent, duty to warn, mandated reporting, and more. You will get more regarding legislation changes and learn how to track them, you will identify difficulties, ethical dilemmas and how to apply best practices to stay within the law, and you will gain confidence through real-world scenarios in how to apply your understanding of the law.

  CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1362281

  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:

  • Develop understanding about the laws and rules that regulate mental health professionals regulated by Chapter 491 in the State of Florida.
  • Learn how to define the law and confidentiality and how to work within state and federal rules.
  • Understand the Florida Mental Health Act (often referred to as the Baker Act) and develop best practices to approach risk management.
  • Learn and distinguish elements of Chapter 397, Substance Abuse Services, (often called the Marchman Act).

  About the Presenter: 

  

  Logan Bell is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Qualified Supervisor in the state of Florida. He works across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum helping patients navigate aspects of development and managing comorbid mental health concerns. Logan specializes in work with severe mood disorders, including bipolar disorder, active suicidal ideation, and death work, operating from a psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral lens. Logan also works with LGBTQIA+ advocacy groups and aims to help other clinicians better understand the law, ethics, and ways to help.

  The 2026 LMHC Prep & Connect is proudly presented by CounselingExam.com.

  At Licensure Exams, the mission has always been simple: to help you pass your exam. Recognizing that most students have already spent countless hours with textbooks, their materials focus on the essentials and present them in an engaging, approachable way. The content is designed to simplify complex information and is delivered with a touch of humor, often leaving participants motivated to tackle just one more set of practice questions.

  Thanks to the support of CounselingExam.com, all live attendees will be entered into a $75 Amazon gift card raffle!

  Please Click Here to view our Refund Policy

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