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During his presentation, John Atwood, PhD, LMFT, discussed ethical considerations and a broad array of therapeutic tools for clinicians to utilize in various treatments; while the merging of science and religion is explored. The following tools were highlighted during the presentation: SCIO (EPFX), Soft Laser, Bio-modulator, HemiSync recordings, Energy Matrix.
During her presentation, Teresa Burnett aided participants in: Increasing awareness of adoption friendly terminology; Identifying members of the adoption triad; Developing awareness of issues faced by all members of the adoption triad; Learning to assist members of the adoption triad; Defining closed, semi-open, & open adoption; Clarifying when open adoption is and is not appropriate; [...]
There are few community-based rehabilitation options for individuals with the co-occurring diagnosis of Brain Injury and Mental Illness who don’t “fit” the Neuro-rehab or the mental health care models. The high likelihood for crisis events and upheavals in care and living situations furthers instability in their lives. The absence of service for this population leaves [...]
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (MTBI) involves approximately 1 million people each year, most of which do not seek immediate medical attention and those that do are commonly released without identification of MTBI. This two part seminar utilized a grant funded film produced by Linda Billet, PhD, “The Silent Epidemic: Mild Traumatic Brain Injury,” and lecture [...]
Self-care is of great importance to all mental health practitioners, not only personally but for the welfare of those they support professionally. This seminar’s goal is to deepen the therapeutic professional’s understanding of how caring for the body, mind and soul is a critical formula for a successful lifestyle and career. This seminar will help [...]
Metaphors are an integral part of life, from mental health to relationships to overall world-views. As such, the effective use of metaphors finds its place in virtually every therapeutic theory. From everyday clichés to one-thousand page novels, metaphors are an important tool to have in one’s therapeutic toolbox. During his presentation, Eric covered the importance [...]
Approximately 15,000 people are afflicted with Parkinson’s disease in Oklahoma; Jim Keating and his team work hard to improve the lives of these individuals and their families. Through its efforts, The Parkinson Foundation of Oklahoma has earned its distinction as the premier source for education and support among our state’s Parkinson’s community. During his presentation, [...]
In the past 20 years the medical community has embraced a more holistic approach to treating pain using relaxation methods like diaphragmatic breathing, visual imagery, and stress management. CBT also has become an effective way to help chronic pain sufferers restructure their thinking to achieve the goal of relaxation and stress management, which has proven [...]
“Do you tweet?” “Will you friend me on FaceBook?” If you haven’t been asked these questions by clients or referral sources, you soon will. Many therapists use social media for both personal and professional reasons. During his presentation Bowden McElroy explained where social media and Counselor Ethics intersect and how to manage one’s online presence [...]
Eating disorders are a major problem affecting all socioeconomic groups and a widening age range. In the United States alone eating disorders are estimated to effect up to 11 million people. A practical guide for mental health professionals who are interested in learning more about treating adults with eating disorders, Sherry’s presentation defined the three [...]
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