5th Annual CE You! 

Winter Conference! 

 DAY 2 and DAY 3

JANUARY 14 and 15, 2026

( 18 CE CREDITS )

 

Join us for our 5th Annual CE You! 

Winter Conference!

January 13 – 15, 2026

3 Days, 27 CE Credits!

This Conference will take place completely online.

 

This 3 Day Program is jam-packed with training and will provide you with up to 27 Live Interactive CE Credits

The full conference includes 4 Ethics trainings to choose from, Cultural Competence, Trauma training, and lots more! 

You may attend the full conference or select specific classes to attend.  

 

Winter Conference Schedule 2026

 

Day 2-  January 14, 2026

10:00 am to 12:00 pm EST

Select one of the following classes

 

Class A

Sacred Pathways to Addiction Recovery: Expanding Spirituality in Clinical Practice (3 CE Credits)

This webinar provides clinicians with a structured exploration of how incorporating clients’ spiritual beliefs and experiences into treatment can enhance and sustain the recovery process. For many individuals in recovery, spirituality extends beyond religion; it may be expressed through connection to nature, creativity, community, a sense of inner peace, or a broader sense of purpose. Recognizing and honoring this dimension can help foster meaning, resilience, and long-term healing.

 

Through storytelling, reflection, and practical tools, participants will learn to engage clients’ spiritual identities and experiences in ways that are ethical, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed. Designed for clinicians working in clinical, community, and peer-support settings, this webinar broadens the lens of holistic care by integrating spirituality as a meaningful pathway to recovery while affirming each person’s strengths, worth, and individuality.

 

(Trainer, Lisa Connors, PhD, LCPC, NCC, is the Associate Pastor of In His Image International Ministry in Maryland. She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (MD), Licensed Professional Counselor (PA), National Certified Counselor, Licensed Bachelor Social Worker, Master Addiction Counselor. In addition to her pastoral and clinical work, she is a college professor and consultant/trainer. Dr. Connors has a Bachelor of Social Work, Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Professional Counseling, and PhD in Psychology.)

 

Class B

So, What Do We Do About Persistent Chronic Pain? (3 CE Credits- Pain Management)  

Persistent/Chronic pain is one of the most common issues that everyone faces at some point in their life. It is estimated that at least 1 out of every 3 people will experience ongoing pain. For years, the answer to treating pain was to either medicate it or cut out the issue. We now know that this isn’t the way it works at all.  This workshop will take an interactive and engaging look at how Persistent/Chronic pain is treated in the most effective ways.

 

(Trainer, Deborah J. Morrow, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with nearly 40 years of practice, specializing in pain management, crisis intervention, and evidence-based behavioral health treatments. She has held senior clinical and program leadership roles within the US Department of Veterans Affairs and has extensive experience training professionals nationwide. Her work includes published research on non-opioid pain treatments and a forthcoming book on living with chronic illness. She also brings decades of service in emergency medical response and disaster support.)

 

2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Select one of the following classes

Class A

Ethics, Boundaries, and Technology in a Post-Covid World (3 CE Credits – Ethics)

The effects of technology on clinical practice since the onset of the pandemic have been enormous. Out of necessity, many providers rushed to adopt technology-assisted practices in an effort to continue to provide care to those in need. What have we learned from these practice changes? In 2018, NASW updated the Code of Ethics to include ethical practice with technology. Were these updates adequate to address the rapid expansion of technology-assisted therapies? This workshop will explore these critical questions and will also examine some of the specific boundary-related issues that arise in technology-assisted practice. In addition, as the evidence mounts regarding the harmful effects of technology on mental health, relationships, and community well-being, we will ask critical questions regarding the role of the helping professions in addressing these concerns. 

 

(Trainer, Debbie Minsky-Kelly, LCSW, is the Director of Field Education and an Assistant Professor in the School of Social Work at Carthage College in Kenosha, WI. With more than 25 years of experience, her career includes leadership in mental health treatment for children, teens, and families, with a specialty in childhood trauma. She was honored as Carthage College’s Distinguished Teacher of the Year in 2021. Debbie has presented at local, state, national, and international conferences, as well as for numerous nonprofit agencies and schools. Her work has been published in the International Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics and USA Today, and she has been featured on Fox 6 Milwaukee discussing topics such as trauma and abuse prevention.)

 

Class B

Integrating Social Determinants of Health into Clinical & Behavioral Health Practice (3 CE Credits)

Social determinants of health (SDOH)—including housing stability, education, income, transportation, and community safety—play a decisive role in shaping mental and behavioral health outcomes. Yet many clinical settings continue to treat presenting symptoms without fully addressing the structural and environmental conditions that sustain distress. This workshop will equip clinicians and behavioral health practitioners with practical tools to integrate SDOH assessment and intervention into their daily practice. Participants will learn how to identify key determinants influencing clients’ well-being, apply culturally responsive strategies to address barriers, and align clinical care with equity and population health goals.

 

By combining evidence-based frameworks with real-world case examples, this session bridges the gap between clinical expertise and systemic understanding. Participants will explore ways to incorporate SDOH into treatment planning, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration, while strengthening advocacy at organizational and policy levels. The training emphasizes the ethical responsibility of mental health professionals to recognize social context as part of healing—and provides actionable pathways to create more just, responsive, and human-centered systems of care.

 

(Trainer, Neerja Singh, PhD, LICSW, LADC, is a clinician, public servant, and systems leader dedicated to advancing equity and healing in behavioral health. She brings over two decades of experience integrating clinical practice with policy innovation across county, state, and nonprofit settings. Dr. Singh currently serves as Area Manager for Children’s Mental Health in Hennepin County, Minnesota, where she leads system transformation efforts that integrate trauma-informed care, workforce well-being, and equity-centered policy. A Bush Fellow (2023–2025), Dr. Singh has advanced the Mindful Communities model to rehumanize human services, ensuring that systems designed to help do not cause further harm. Dr. Singh serves on the NAMI-MN Board and chairs the NASW-MN Ethics Committee.)

 

Evening Sessions

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Select one of the following classes

 

Class A

Going Back to Basics: The Importance of Authenticity and the Assessment of Stress. (3 CE Credits)

The therapist is the most important tool in mental health treatment. Yet, the modern emphasis on clinical techniques over the therapeutic relationship has sometimes led clinicians to overlook the most vital instrument in their toolbox: themselves. This workshop explores how therapists can bring their whole selves into the room, fostering authenticity, presence, and connection.

 

Participants will learn practical strategies to enhance self-awareness and authenticity, grounded in foundational research by Carl Rogers. Approaches include structured self-reflection, embracing imperfections, and actively seeking feedback through consultation and personal therapy. The latter portion of the training focuses on assessing client stressors with care and nuance, prioritizing rapport-building over quick fixes. By understanding each client’s unique context, therapists can tailor interventions more effectively and compassionately, strengthening both therapeutic outcomes and professional fulfillment.

 

(Jessica Hasson, PhD, is a licensed psychologist in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC, and practices across 40 states and two jurisdictions via PSYPACT. She brings extensive expertise in psychological assessment, including clinical, psychoeducational, and forensic evaluations. Dr. Hasson has delivered over 50 presentations at state, national, and international psychology conferences and has published numerous book chapters and peer-reviewed articles on assessment. Her work blends evidence-based practices with practical insights, providing clinicians with actionable knowledge they can apply in their own practice.)

 

Class B

Happy Off the Scale: Emotional Healing in Bariatric and Weight Loss Care (3 CE Credits)

It’s not about the tool — it’s about the transformation. Whether clients have had weight-loss surgery, take GLP-1 medications, or have cycled through countless diets, many find the scale shifting right back to the right side. This interactive training helps clinicians look beyond the physical tool to the emotional truth beneath it. Participants will learn how to identify underlying grief, shame, and identity conflict, and use neuroscience-informed strategies to support lasting behavioral change.

 

Through case studies, guided discussion, and self-reflection, attendees will leave equipped to help clients stay motivated and “happy off the scale.” This session combines clinical insight, real-world language, and heart-centered practice.

 

(Trainer, Renetta Weaver, LICSW, LCSW-C, is an award-winning Clinical Social Worker, Certified Bariatric Counselor, Neuroscience Coach, and Certified AI Consultant. She’s been recognized as a Global Thought Leader by the London Organization of Skills Development and Social Work Innovator of the Year by the University of Maryland. As the founder of Girl, It’s A New Day, Dr. Renetta helps women and clinicians release emotional weight and embrace reinvention through healing and innovation. Her message blends science, soul, and real talk to remind us—it’s never about the tool, it’s always about the transformation.)

 

Day 3-  January 15, 2026

10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Select one of the following classes

Class A

The Pleaser in the Chair: Navigating Ethics & Boundaries as a Therapist with People-Pleasing Tendencies (3 CE Credits – Ethics)

This engaging and self-reflective 3-hour CEU training is designed for mental health professionals who struggle with over-accommodation, avoidance of conflict, or difficulty saying “no” in the therapeutic relationship. Grounded in ethical codes (e.g., NASW, APA), interpersonal neurobiology, and countertransference theory, this course will help clinicians identify how their own people-pleasing patterns may affect client care, professional integrity, and boundary clarity. Through experiential exercises, real-world vignettes, and practical tools, therapists will learn to uphold ethical standards while maintaining self-awareness and self-compassion.

 

(Trainer, Rebecca Canzonieri, LCSW-C, LICSW is a clinical social worker with nearly a decade of experience specializing in women’s mental health and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs). Rebecca maintains a private practice dedicated to perinatal mental health. Her previous clinical experience includes providing emergency psychiatric services, supporting stabilization on an inpatient psychiatric unit, and delivering outpatient care through a hospital setting. In these roles, she provided individual therapy, facilitated intensive outpatient program groups, offered employee assistance program services, and collaborated with medical practices. Licensed in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., Rebecca is dedicated to educating clinicians on the unique nature of perinatal mental health while advocating for greater awareness and systemic change to better serve this population.)

 Class B

This or That?: Ethical Crossroads In The Field of School Social Work

This training session is designed to equip school social workers with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to navigate ethical dilemmas that arise in their professional practice. School social workers often face complex situations where ethical principles and practical realities intersect, requiring careful consideration and sound judgment.

 

Through interactive discussion, case studies, and real-world examples, participants will explore the NASW Code of Ethics, ethical decision-making frameworks, and strategies for maintaining professional boundaries within the school setting. The session will also address issues such as confidentiality, dual relationships, mandated reporting, and advocacy in school systems.

 

By the end of this training, participants will feel more confident in identifying ethical challenges, applying ethical reasoning, and upholding professional integrity while supporting students, families, and school communities.

 

( Trainer Anjalon Wimbush is a licensed Masters level social worker who has retired from a career in the Grand Rapids Public Schools as a School Social Worker for the past 25 years. Anjalon is a graduate of Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI for both her undergraduate and graduate degrees. It was at GRPS where she developed her passion to mentor her peers and develop relevant materials for practicing social work.

As a Field Instructor for Michigan State University for over 18 years, she was honored in 2017, with an Excellence award as a Field Instructor with MSU. In addition, she participated in the MSU Field Advisory Committee for 3 years. Anjalon has many years of experience in course development as recent as an SEL class (SEL & You) developed for Grand Valley State University Trio Upward Bound Summer program in 2024. She is currently retired from SSW and provides clinical therapy to clients virtually through her private practice. Mrs. Wimbush is also the CEO of Positive Steps10, LLC, a self-help organization which encompasses The Lotus Life Self-Care Life Coaching where she is CEO where transformations are facilitated for Women, who want to get unstuck, overcome burnout, and build resiliency as “Coach Anjalon”.

She has established herself as a presenter with multiple entities, such as GVSU, MSU, KISD, GRPS, and ACSSW on the following topics: Ethics in Social work, Compassion Resilience in the workplace, creating Student leadership, and intro to  Mindfulness sincethe year of 2014.

 

 

Mrs. Wimbush is a wife and mother who enjoys music, karaoke, being creative, and spending time with her family and friends. )

2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Select one of the following classes

 

Class A

Anxiety and Panic Attacks: Simplifying Treatment and Normalizing Psychosomatic Responses (3 CE Credits)

 

This class will focus on strategies and approaches that foster a deeper understanding of anxiety while providing practical, streamlined methods for treatment. Participants will explore combined approaches and evidence-informed tools that can be tailored to meet the unique needs of individual clients. The training will also highlight innovative communication techniques to support psychoeducation, enhance client understanding of anxiety and panic disorders, and promote effective coping strategies. Clinicians will learn how to address client resistance, understand the ways anxiety may serve adaptive purposes, and develop skills to navigate these dynamics in therapy.

 

Additionally, the class will examine how anxiety and panic can serve as catalysts for emotional processing when appropriately supported in treatment. Participants will consider the mind-body connection, the historical and emotional roots of anxiety, the impact of unprocessed emotions and trauma, and dissatisfaction with current life circumstances. Practical, healthy coping strategies will be provided to help clients achieve greater resilience and emotional well-being.

 

(Trainer, Suzana Sjenicic, LMHC, is a licensed psychotherapist and author based in New York. In addition to her Mental Health Counseling license, she holds a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional certificate and provides education on anxiety disorders. A native of Serbia, she is the author of Anxiety Free and the creator of the Anxiety Free mobile app, designed to help users manage anxiety, panic attacks, time, and stress. In 2024, she served as Chair of Professional Development for the Metro Chapter of the New York Mental Health Counseling Association (NYMHCA))

 

Class B

 

From Guilt to Growth: The Practice of De-Parenting (3 CE Credits)

De-Parenting is the therapeutic process of identifying and releasing internalized family rules, roles, and obligations that can undermine autonomy and self-worth. This training introduces clinicians to Dr. Arnoff’s De-Parenting Framework, drawing on family systems, attachment, and trauma-informed theories as a foundation for effective re-parenting and sustainable self-compassion.

 

Participants will learn practical strategies to help clients recognize inherited family narratives and their impact on adult functioning and relationships, navigate the guilt, grief, and ambiguous loss that often accompany boundary-setting, and build healthier self-concepts. The course emphasizes fostering chosen relationships grounded in safety, reciprocity, and belonging, equipping clinicians to support clients in creating more empowered and resilient lives.

 

(Trainer, Dr. Jaimee Arnoff, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist based in Beacon, NY, specializing in evidence-based treatment for adolescents, young adults, and high-risk clinical presentations. She has developed CE courses on culturally responsive care, chronic pain, parental mental illness, and suicide prevention. Drawing on cognitive-behavioral, attachment-informed, and trauma-responsive frameworks, Dr. Arnoff created the De-Parenting model to help clients heal inherited family dynamics early and effectively, and shares her expertise widely through professional trainings, publications, and podcasts.)

 

Evening Sessions

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Select one of the following classes

 

Class A

Digital Dread: Navigating Cyber Anxieties and Ethics in the Age of AI (3 CE Credits – Ethics)

This timely workshop explores the emerging mental health challenges and ethical implications of our digital age, drawing on Dr. Julie R. Ancis’ pioneering work in cyberpsychology. As artificial intelligence, automation, and information manipulation reshape society at unprecedented speeds, mental health professionals are increasingly encountering clients struggling with technology-related anxiety, paralysis from information overload, misinformation, and ethical dilemmas in digital contexts. This workshop provides clinicians with evidence-based strategies to address these uniquely 21st-century challenges.

 

Participants will examine the psychological mechanisms underlying technology-induced future anxiety, including fears of automation-driven displacement, confusion from deepfakes, algorithmic helplessness, ethical concerns regarding proper technology use, and the mental health impact of persistent misinformation and disinformation. Through case studies and intervention strategies, clinicians will develop competencies in helping clients navigate uncertainty, build resilience against information manipulation, and maintain psychological well-being in a rapidly changing technological landscape. The workshop also emphasizes how these anxieties can differ across age groups, professions, and socioeconomic backgrounds, while equipping practitioners with approaches that balance realistic preparation for technological change with cognitive strategies to counter catastrophic thinking.

 

(Trainer, Julie R. Ancis, PhD is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Informatics and the Founding Director of the Cyberpsychology Program at the New Jersey Institute of Technology. She is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and has an extensive record of scholarly work, including four books, over 80 journal articles, book chapters, and technical reports, as well as more than 200 professional presentations on cyberpsychology, multicultural competence, and the legal system. In 2010, she was honored with the Woman of the Year Award by the American Psychological Association, Society of Counseling Psychology)

 

Class B

 

Beyond Buzzwords: How to be Truly Neurodivergent Affirming in Your Practice. (3 CE Credits)

This training guides mental health professionals in moving beyond surface-level inclusivity to create truly affirming spaces for neurodivergent individuals. After reviewing the definition of neurodivergence, participants will learn how to adapt therapeutic and assessment approaches to support diverse neurological experiences, emphasizing that differences are not deficits. The workshop encourages self-reflection on biases shaped by traditional medical models, including those embedded in diagnosis and insurance documentation.

 

Clinicians will be challenged to evaluate how well their language, documentation, office environment, and therapeutic style align with neurodivergent-affirming principles. Strategies for building inclusive, sensory-considerate, and flexible practices are presented, reinforced by case examples to illustrate practical application. The session also addresses working with clients who prefer a medical-model approach, emphasizing the importance of individualized, respectful care that honors each client’s needs and preferences.

 

(Jessica Hasson, PhD, is a licensed psychologist in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC, and practices across 40 states and two jurisdictions via PSYPACT. She brings extensive expertise in psychological assessment, including clinical, psychoeducational, and forensic evaluations. Dr. Hasson has delivered over 50 presentations at state, national, and international psychology conferences and has published numerous book chapters and peer-reviewed articles on assessment. Her work blends evidence-based practices with practical insights, providing clinicians with actionable knowledge they can apply in their own practice.)

Webinars included in this package:

Sacred Pathways to Addiction Recovery: Expanding Spirituality in Clinical Practice

So, What Do We Do About Persistent/Chronic Pain?

Ethics, Boundaries, and Technology in a Post-Covid World

Integrating Social Determinants of Health into Clinical and Behavioral Health Practice

Going Back to Basics: The Importance of Authenticity and the Assessment of Stress.

Happy Off the Scale: Emotional Healing in Bariatric and Weight Loss Care

The Pleaser in the Chair: Navigating Ethics & Boundaries as a Therapist with People-Pleasing Tendencies

This or That?: Ethical Crossroads In The Field of School Social Work

Anxiety and Panic Attacks: Simplifying Treatment and Normalizing Psychosomatic Responses

From Guilt to Growth: The Practice of De-Parenting

Digital Dread: Navigating Cyber Anxieties and Ethics in the Age of AI

Beyond Buzzwords: How to be Truly Neurodivergent Affirming in Your Practice.