Join us for a comprehensive two-day training on religious trauma and its impact on mental health. This training provides mental health professionals with the critical knowledge and clinical skills needed to recognize and treat religious trauma as it manifests within other mental health disorders. This event will be held on April 4-5, 2025, at 489 South Jordan Parkway, South Jordan, Utah 84095. Training runs from 10:00 AM - 6:10 PM on both days. Earn 13 CEUs while deepening your understanding of faith transitions, scrupulosity, perfectionism, and trauma recovery. This event is designed for mental health professionals seeking to enhance their competence in working with clients affected by religious trauma, scrupulosity OCD, religious perfectionism, and other faith-related psychological struggles. Participants will gain insight into the developmental and diagnostic implications of religious trauma, ethical considerations in treatment, and evidence-based interventions, including trauma-informed care, somatic therapy, narrative therapy, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and exposure-response prevention (ERP). Sessions will explore topics such as religious trauma’s connection to PTSD, OCD, identity conflicts, substance use, body dysmorphia, and self-worth. Through lectures, case studies, interactive discussions, and experiential exercises, attendees will leave with practical skills to support clients navigating faith-related trauma while ensuring ethical and culturally competent care. Attendees who complete both days of the training will receive 13 CEU credits. About the Presenter: Annelise Murphy, LCMHC Annelise Murphy, LCMHC, is a leading expert in religious trauma and identity conflict, with years of experience helping individuals navigate faith-based trauma, high-control religious environments, and the intersection of spirituality and mental health. She specializes in treating OCD—particularly scrupulosity OCD—using Exposure-Response Prevention (ERP) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) while integrating an understanding of how religious doctrine can reinforce obsessive-compulsive beliefs. Annelise has been at the forefront of religious trauma treatment, launching and facilitating queer-focused religious trauma support groups at the Utah Pride Center before expanding them at Corner Canyon Counseling to serve adults from diverse religious backgrounds. She now owns and operates Ginger Zen Therapy, a private practice dedicated to supporting individuals grappling with religious beliefs within their DSM diagnoses. Beyond her clinical work, Annelise is an active member of the Reclamation Collective, a national network of therapists specializing in religious trauma. She is also a co-author of Feel Secure in Yourself: A Guidebook for LGBTQIA+ People and Those with a Different Label or No Label, where she contributed the chapter “Find Peace with Religious, Sexual, and Gender Conflicts”. This resource provides vital guidance for those struggling to reconcile their faith with gender and sexual identity. In addition to her work in religious trauma, Annelise was the lead researcher of a groundbreaking study on consensual nonmonogamy (CNM), published in the Social Psychological and Personality Science Journal in April 2020. The study, A Prospective Investigation of the Decision to Open Up a Romantic Relationship, followed 233 individuals over two months, examining the impact of CNM on relational, sexual, and personal well-being. The findings demonstrated that individuals who engaged in CNM experienced significant increases in sexual satisfaction—particularly when addressing sexual incompatibilities—without adverse effects on life satisfaction or relationship quality with their primary partners. With a unique ability to bridge religious deconstruction and clinical mental health treatment, Annelise offers a compassionate, evidence-based approach to healing. Her work ensures that clients can explore their beliefs, relationships, and identities without bias—whether they choose to leave, redefine, or remain within their faith. How to Register: Register now to secure your spot at this essential training event! www.gingerzenceu.com
Join Dr. Dan Siegel live on April 4 for his exclusive full-day workshop. For only $359, you’ll seize a rare opportunity to learn directly from one of the most respected voices in mental health. Plus, if you bring a colleague, save an additional $29 on each registration. (Use discount code 2SaveMore)
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Board members will provide updates on UMHCA initiatives and projects as well as field questions, comments, or ideas from UMHCA members. All UMHCA members, including students and professional members, active and inactive, are welcome to attend. The UMHCA Executive Committee believes it is important for members to have access to the UMHCA board and the member meetings are part of a series of initiatives to promote engagement through increased access and connection between the board and our members. We look forward to seeing you all there!
Event Location: https://usu-edu.zoom.us/j/89899825559?pwd=QOeihkhtklQgw7bmKEgRxsRaOr2CoN.1
No CEs will be provided at this meeting
As a clinician, you know that what’s left unsaid often speaks the loudest. But do you truly know how to read, interpret, and respond to nonverbal cues in your sessions?
In this engaging CEU course, you’ll gain practical skills to enhance your therapeutic effectiveness by mastering body language, facial expressions, tone, and microexpressions—all critical in understanding your clients beyond their words.
About the Instructor - Joseph Gleed
Joseph Gleed, LCSW, is a seasoned clinician and educator with extensive experience in trauma treatment, psychotherapy, and nonverbal communication. As a therapist and educator, he has worked with trauma survivors, women’s groups, veterans, law enforcement, and individuals facing PTSD, chronic pain, and more. Joseph integrates evidence-based approaches, including Trauma-Focused ACT, EMDR, and somatic therapies, to enhance clinical effectiveness. With a background as an anti-human trafficking undercover operator working around the world, he brings a unique, real-world perspective to mastering nonverbal cues for therapeutic impact.
Course completion & CE info (3 Ethics CE Credits)*
Course completion requirements: To earn CE credit, Utah social workers must attend the entire course and complete a course evaluation. Certificates of completion will be emailed within 10 business days of course completion. Approved by the Utah Social Work Association.
**Refunds are available for cancellations with 48 hours notice.
This presentation,
“Mastering Nonverbal Communication for Clinicians,” aims to equip social workers with essential skills to interpret and utilize nonverbal communication effectively. Since social work relies heavily on building trust, assessing client needs, and fostering meaningful connections, mastering nonverbal cues enhances client interactions and outcomes.
Learning Objectives & Their Relevance to Social Work
Event Schedule: Mastering Nonverbal Communication for Clinicians
8:00 AM – 8:10 AM | Welcome & Introduction (10 min)
Overview of learning objectives
Explanation of CE requirements
Importance of nonverbal communication in social work practice
8:10 AM – 9:00 AM | Foundations of Nonverbal Communication (50 min)
Definition and significance in social work
Key types: facial expressions, gestures, posture, tone of voice
Cultural considerations and ethical implications
Case studies & group discussion
(Meets NASW requirement for professional competence and ethics)
9:00 AM – 9:05 AM | Break (5 min)
9:05 AM – 9:55 AM | Practical Applications in Social Work (50 min)
Reading and interpreting nonverbal cues in client interactions
De-escalation techniques using nonverbals
Role-playing exercises for active listening and empathy
Ethical considerations when responding to nonverbal cues
(Meets requirement for ethics and professional development)
9:55 AM – 10:05 AM | Break (10 min)
10:05 AM – 10:55 AM | Advanced Techniques & Case Applications (50 min)
Trauma-informed nonverbal communication strategies
Nonverbals in virtual/telehealth social work
Small-group case analysis and discussion
Q&A session
(Meets requirement for cultural competence and trauma-informed practice)
10:55 AM – 11:15 AM | Summary, Assessment & Evaluations (20 min)
Key takeaways & practical applications
CE post-test (meets NASW requirement for distance learning post-tests)
Course evaluations & final reflections
For accomodations please contact Renova Wellness at the email above.
Join the Graduate Student and Emerging Professionals Committee for an NCMHCE Preparation Group the second Friday of the month at Noon. We will be reviewing case studies that mirror those found on the NCMHCE.
Zoom Link:
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Legislative, financial and professional issues discussed. UMHCA's Monthly meetings are held on the second Saturday of every month with few exceptions. This meeting is open to everyone, students, the public, and the Board.
Online meeting link:
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Join us for GSEP Community Hour on the third Monday of the Month via Zoom. This open forum is your chance to meet up, find a community, and process your experience as a graduate student or emerging professional.
All are welcome to attend, whether they are a member of GSEP or not!
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The NBCC Foundation is hosting its fifth annual Counseling Foundations: Your Path to Career Success, a virtual career fair, on Thursday, April 25, 2024, from 11 am–5 pm EDT.
In an effort to create and share opportunities for counselors that promote career mobility and ensure active engagement in as many communities as possible, the NBCC Foundation proudly hosts an annual virtual career fair. This event aims to connect employers, recent graduates from master’s and doctoral counseling programs, and seasoned counseling professionals nationwide in a virtual setting to explore current and future staffing opportunities. With more than 70,000 National Certified Counselors (NCCs) and partnerships with more than 400 graduate programs, NBCC and the Foundation are well-positioned to connect employers with counselors who are passionate about serving clients and advancing mental well-being.
True to the Foundation’s mission of expanding the mental health workforce and NBCC’s mission of advancing the profession of counseling, this event offers hiring and marketing opportunities for counselors and employers committed to expanding access to mental health services in traditionally underserved communities. Offering this career fair through a virtual modality is intended to allow employers in rural areas and those serving smaller populations to recruit nationally and to offer counselors the opportunity for career mobility by connecting with employers from across the United States.
Among the highly qualified and enthusiastic job seekers attending the career fair will be counseling professionals and alums of the NBCC Foundation fellowship program who have engaged in education and professional development specifically designed to prepare them to work with traditionally underserved communities, military-connected communities, rural communities, clients dealing with substance use disorders, and communities with broad cultural complexities.
Counseling Foundations: Your Path to Career Success offers a unique and affordable way for job seekers and employers from all over the country to connect and create partnerships intended to increase access and promote mental health services across the United States.
Employer registration for the career fair is open through Thursday, April 17. There are several employer and sponsorship packages to choose from:
Standard Employer—Small Business
Standard Employer—Large Business
Nonprofit Employer
Green Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
The final deadline to register for the event is April 17.
The NBCC Foundation (NBCCF) is an affiliate of the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC), a not-for-profit, independent certification organization whose primary mission is to advance the profession of counseling, in large part through the administration of national certification for counselors. As part of that mission, NBCCF administers programs focused on capacity building, the expansion of access to mental health services, and the development of high-quality professional development resources for counselors and counselors-in-training.
Updates regarding the event will be posted on our website and through our social media networks, and we encourage you to connect with us to receive new information regularly. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook, and to locate our announcements, use the hashtag #NBCCFoundMyPath!
If you have any questions or need additional information regarding the virtual career fair, please email the NBCC team at CareerFair@nbcc.org. We look forward to your participation!
Event Location: Zoom/Online (Link will be provided the day prior)
Psychological Preventative Health is offering a 2-day training on Dissociation and Internal Family Systems (IFS) on May 8-9, 2025 in Weber county. Bethany Brand, PhD. will cover dissociation and dissociative disorders on Day 1, which is available online only. Day 2 is a practical, more experiential education on applying IFS to clinical practice taught by Connor Barham, MS, LMFT, and Max Dahmen, LCSW; hybrid option available this day. Classes will run from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. both days, and CEU opportunities are available for up to 12 hours. Early bird pricing is $395 and is offered through January 31, 2025. Pricing increases to $495 on February 1st. Click here to register
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CEs approved for all licensed Mental Health Therapists under Utah Rule R156-60b&c
10:00 Registration
10:30 Welcome and Keynote by President (2 hours)
12:30 Lunch (Catered)
2:00 Breakout 1 (90 min)
3:20 Break
3:30 Breakout 2 (90 min)
5:00-6:30 Self-care social
Come for light snacks, crafts, yoga and schedule a massage
8:30 Breakout 1 (1.5 hours)
10:00 Breakout 2 (1.5 hours)
12:00 Lunch
1:30 Breakout 2 (2 hours)
3:30 Breakout 3 (90 min)
5:00 Adjourn
Total CEs: 11.5 CEs
This conference will be available in a hybrid format: in-person and online. Our online guests will be limited to a selected breakout room of our most requested session for that track. Registration will require you to choose in-person or virtual attendance. Technical support will NOT be offered to help you with your personal online connection. It is recommended that you test your local connection and appropriate bandwidth speeds prior to the conference.
Parking is ample and free. Please be mindful of reserved parking for others; otherwise, park wherever you need.
The International Association for Counselling (IAC) is sharing exciting news about an upcoming event this year (July 11th-13th, 2025). We are partnering with the University of Malta and the Malta Association for the Counselling Profession (MACP) to host a conference in Malta, which promises to be a landmark event in the development of counselling globally. For more details, please visit the conference [HERE]. Registration is now open, and the call for papers will remain open until the end of March 2025.
This conference aims to bring together counselling professionals from diverse regions to engage in educational sessions, foster networking opportunities, and experience the collaborative spirit that defines our shared work. We sincerely hope that you and your association members, as leaders in the field, will be able to attend.
Additionally, we kindly request your support in promoting this conference to your members or network.. Whether through an advert in your newsletter, social media posts, or any other method that suits your organization, we would be deeply grateful for your assistance. To further incentivise participation, we are pleased to offer an exclusive affiliate discount to your members for conference registration.
In the spirit of collaboration, we would also be happy to promote any upcoming events your association is planning.
Any assistance you can provide in sharing this information with your members would be highly appreciated. Furthermore, if it would be helpful, we welcome the opportunity for a brief meeting to discuss how we can work together on this initiative.
Thank you for your time and consideration. We look forward to your response. Please reply to Mr. Naoise Kelly, CEO, IAC at ceo@iac-irtac.org
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