2022 Annual FMHCA Conference Brochure by FMHCA

ANNUAL CONFERENCE

FEB 3-5TH | LAKE MARY, FL

PRE-CONFERENCE 2/3 | GENERAL CONFERENCE 2/4-2/5

EARN UPTO 29.5 CEUS | VISIT EXHIBITORS | ATTEND KEYNOTE LUNCHEONS | NETWORK WITH YOUR PEERS

Table of Contents

Welcome!...........................................................................................................4 Conference & Hotel Map..................................................................................6 FMHCA's Mission Statement & Board of Directors......................................8 Attendee Services & Conference Policies...................................................11 Program Tracks & How to Earn Your CEUs...................................................14 Pre-Conference At a Glance...........................................................................16 Conference At a Glance..................................................................................18 2021 Award Winners......................................................................................23 Friday Keynote 1..............................................................................................24 Friday Breakout Sessions.............................................................................27 Friday Keynote 2 (Luncheon)........................................................................30 Friday Keynote 3.............................................................................................32 Student Poster Board Session......................................................................34 Saturday Keynote 1.........................................................................................36 Saturday Breakout Sessions........................................................................41 Saturday Keynote 2 (Luncheon)...................................................................44 Conference Sponsors....................................................................................46

Welcome to the 2022 Annual FMHCA Conference! In the following pages you will find important information about the conference as well as the schedule of the workshops. Our goal is for you to Adapt and Advance while you enjoy conference workshops and network amongst your peers. If you have any questions, please come see us in Salon F It is a great honor to be your President this year! What a privilege it is to serve alongside our fantastic board, wonderful administrative team, and our amazing membership! While we are excited for 2022, we realize these continue to be challenging times namely due to the continued pandemic. Please know that FMHCA has taken every possible measure to make this conference as safe as possible for our in-person attendees. See more on page 12. FMHCA strives to meet the needs and wants of its members. You asked, and we responded, and for the first time in the history of FMHCA, we’ve created a hybrid conference where some attendees will attend in-person, while others will attend the conference virtually. Additionally, I’d like to thank your FMHCA administrative team as each has worked tirelessly to put together this conference with top-notch presenters, the latest technology, and enhanced safety measures - thank you very much! Remember, FMHCA is here to serve you and your needs as professionals. We seek, value and welcome your input in this organization. While we continue to deal with the pandemic while we are also helping others, we hope FMHCA offers you what you need to take care of yourself and your clients. Here’s to a positive (& healthy!) 2022. Warmly,

Laura Peddie-Bravo Laura Peddie-Bravo, MA, LMHC, NCC FMHCA President 4

FMHCA's Mission Statement

Florida Mental Health Counselors Association (FMHCA) is the State Chapter of the American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA). FMHCA is the only organization dedicated exclusively to meeting the professional needs of Florida’s Licensed Mental Health Counselors. Its sole purpose is to promote the profession of mental health counseling and the needs of our members. The mission of the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association is to advance the profession of clinical mental health counseling through intentional and strength-based advocacy, networking, professional development, legislative efforts, public education, and the promotion of positive mental health for our communities. The purpose of the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association is to: · Provide a system for the exchange of professional information among mental health counselors through newsletters, journals or other scientific, educational and/or professional materials · Provide professional development programs for mental health counselors to update and enhance clinical competencies · Promote legislation that recognizes and advances the profession of mental health counseling · Provide a public forum for mental health counselors to advocate for the social and emotional welfare of clients · Promote positive relations with mental health counselors and other mental health practitioners in all work settings to enhance the profession of mental health counseling · Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of minimum training standards for mental health counselors · Promote scientific research and inquiry into mental health concerns · Provide liaison on the state level with other professional organizations to promote the advancement of the mental health profession · Provide the public with information concerning the competencies and professional services of mental health counselors · Promote equitable licensure standards for mental health counselors through the state legislature

FMHCA's 2022-2023 Board of Directors Laura Peddie- Bravo President Deirdra Saunders-Burnett Past- President Kathy Erwin President- Elect Grace Marin Treasurer Amanda Landry Secretary Joe Skelly Northwest Regional Director Maria Giuliana Northeast Regional Director Martin Cortez Wesley Southwest Regional Director Michael G Holler Parliamentarian 8

Attendee Services & Conference Policies

Badges and Admittance Official FMHCA Conference badges are your admission to all functions associated with our registration and must be worn at all conference events. Only individuals registered and wearing the appropriate badges may attend events.

room. Dial "0" to be connected to the hotel operator. Orlando Marriott Lake Mary Safety Protocols and Amenities Update: Room Service is currently not available· Espresso Bar offers “ To Go Breakfast Items” 7:00 am – 11:00 am Cobalt Lounge is open Monday – Saturday 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm The full-service Bistro is not open Outdoor heated pool is open - Daily 6:30 am – 11:00 pm 24-Hour Fitness Center is open with limited occupancy Local Area Restaurants and shopping are open Marriott Guidelines for cleaning are being followed: guestrooms are cleaned 24-48 hours after each check-out Guestrooms are not serviced daily. Should guests need additional towels, sheets, etc. items can be delivered to the guestrooms before 6:00 pm. After 6:00 pm items may be picked up from the front desk Sanitization stations are placed throughout the hotel and meeting foyers Banquet staff wears masks during food service events. No Hotel shuttle is currently operating

Registration/ Badge Pick-Up Visit Conference Kiosks in Salon F during the time slots listed below for badge corrections, on-site registration, & badge pick-up. Pre-Conference Sessions Only: Wednesday (2/2) from 3:00 pm- 5:00 pm Thursday (2/3) from 7:00 am- 8:30 am Main Conference: Thursday (2/3) 11:30 am- 4:00 pm Friday (2/4) 7:00 am- 10:00 am Saturday (2/5) 7:00 am- 10:00 am Exhibit Hall Please visit our exhibitors and sponsors Friday and Saturday from 7:00 am-6:30 pm located throughout the ballroom meeting spaces. Speaker Clause The planners and sponsors of this conference assume no responsibility for the comments expressed by the speakers/ presenters, nor do they accept responsibility for the content or reprinting of any materials used or handed out during the conference.

Luggage Storage Upon checking out of the hotel, you may check your bag(s) with the bellman.

Cell Phone Policy In consideration of all our attendees, we request that cell phones, pagers, etc. be turned off during all conference sessions and breakouts.

ATM Location The ATM machine is located on the first floor by the front desk.

Smoking Policy Marriott is a smoke-free environment. Designated smoking areas are located outside the side door and front door exits.

FMHCA Grievance Statement All grievances and inquiries will be handled on an individual basis and evaluated on their merit. Individuals, companies, and

In Case of Emergency There is a house phone located in every meeting 11

organizations wishing to submit a Grievance Form can do so by navigating to FMHCA.org

Every attendee will receive a “COVID-19 Safety Kit” which will include a face mask, hand sanitizer, and 1 over the counter rapid antigen COVID-19 test.

Advertisements in Conference Brochure Advertisements placed in conference brochure do not represent official FMHCA policy or position and the acceptance of advertising does not constitute endorsement or approval by FMHCA of any advertised service or product.

We will promote the CDC recommendation to be vaccinated for the event (vaccines will not be a requirement, we encourage attendees to follow CDC guidelines which include COVID-19 vaccination).

COVID-19 Safety Protocols FMHCA has taken extra measures to ensure we are following all CDC recommended safety guidelines for gatherings and we ask you to help us in making sure we are all as safe as possible. Safety Protocols Include: Following all CDC guidelines for gatherings which include promoting healthy behaviors such as physical distancing and hand hygiene. Maintaining a healthy environment and maintaining healthy operations by implementing cleaning and disinfecting protocols of microphones, tablets used for check-in and other widely used surfaces. Masks will be required for everyone attending the event. Masks will be required when indoors when not actively eating or drinking. Larger rooms will be utilized for workshops so that physical distancing can be implemented. Each attendee will receive 1 over the counter rapid antigen COVID-19 test. The tests will be provided to all attendees for their convenience and safety. Hand sanitizer will be available at every check-in station. Sticker system indicating what level of contact people are comfortable with. Red- no contact Yellow- being cautious. Elbows and fist pumps are okay Green-Hugs, high fives, and handshakes welcome.

Attendance will be reduced this year to allow for proper physical distancing throughout the conference. Meeting Rooms Larger rooms will be utilized for workshops so that physical distancing can be implemented. Rooms will be set up to promote physical distancing amongst attendees. Food and Beverage For seated meals, the capacity of each table will be reduced and tables will be set further apart to promote physical distancing. For breakfast and snacks we will be implementing a grab and go style to minimize contact of attendees with food. Attending the FMHCA Conference Self-monitor symptoms before arriving at the conference. If you suspect you are sick please contact us immediately to explore virtual attendance options. Regardless of vaccination status we ask that masks will be worn at all times indoors while not actively eating or drinking. Wash your hands and use hand sanitizer often. Please be respectful of others’ physical distancing requests and follow the sticker system on attendees’ badges. If you have additional questions or concerns, please be sure to report to the FMHCA office staff in Salon F. 12

Program Tracks

How to Earn your CEUs

These are indicated on the Conference at a Glance Schedule next to each Breakout Session.

Step One: Sign into Conference Kiosk; legibly sign your name and confirm your license number.

CD: Cultural Diversity

Step Two: Complete the Conference Evaluation. This is an electronic form that FMHCA will use to report your CEUs to CE Broker (so be sure you have answered the feedback questions for each breakout session you attended.)

CH: Children, Adolescents, & Family GN: General/ Other EB: Evidence-Based & Emergency Practices TR: Green Cross Trauma

Evaluations will be completed electronically and can be found by visiting www.FMHCA.org

RC: Required CEUs

Evaluations should be completed collectively at the end of each day. For example: there will be one evaluation survey for Friday 2/4 and another evaluation for Saturday 2/5. You will complete your evaluation at the end of the day Friday and/ or Saturday based on your registration level.

MV: Military & Veterans

If you attend a session for Domestic Violence, Medical Errors, HIV/ AIDS, or Ethics, there will be a separate sign-in sheet and evaluation completed at the end of the session.

This conference is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling. (LCSW, LMFT, LMHC) FMHCA CE Broker #: 50-748; Conference Tracking #: 20-883138 FMHCA has been approved by NBCC as an approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 2058. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. FMHCA is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Step Three: Submit completed evaluations electronically once completed. CEUs will be reported to CE Broker by Friday, February 25th based on your completion of evaluation(s). Certificates will be issued via email by Friday, February 25th based on your completion of evaluation(s).

FMHCA is a chapter of the American Mental Health Counselors Association and is the only organization working exclusively for Licensed Mental Health Counselors' in Florida.

Questions? Visit us at the registration table in Salon F, talk with a conference staff member, or email FMHCA at office@flmhca.org 14

Pre-Conference At a Glance (2/3)

Conference At a Glance (2/4)

Conference At a Glance (2/5)

A Conference to Celebrate! Anticipating our return to this in person FMHCA Conference, I have been humming a refrain from the Welcome Back Kotter theme - "We always could spot a friend, welcome back". We have been faithful warriors on the front lines during an overwhelming time to support our clients, supervisees and students. Now it's time for us. What a delight to again experience networking and reconnecting. We encourage you to be "all in" for these power packed days. Meet new colleagues. Talk with our exhibitors to learn about programs and training that will enhance your practice. Encourage students who are presenting posters or feeling timid about attending their first professional conference. And as a bonus, you get CE's. But more than that, I hope you find renewed strength and purpose in the work we have been called to do as mental health professionals. Cordially,

Kathie Erwin, Ed.D., LMHC, NCC, NCGC Associate Professor, Devine Mercy University AMHCA Diplomate, Fulbright Specialist Master Field Traumatologist- Green Cross Academy President-Elect, Florida Mental Health Counselors Association

Join or Renew your FMHCA membership today! Gain access to member only discounts on NBCC approved CE events, Abenity retailers, and The FMHCA Store Gain access to member exclusive networking events such as "Alliance" Help shape legislature through our Government Relations Committee Get on FMHCA's public directory for individuals seeking services across Florida & more!

WE ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE FMHCA'S 2021 AWARD WINNERS! COME CELEBRATE THESE OUTSTANDING INDIVIDUALS SATURDAY 2/5 AT THE AWARDS LUNCHEON FROM 12:30PM- 3:00PM

JULIE GALASSINI ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR

DEMETRIUS KUJIAMINI JIFUNZA GRADUATE STUDENT OF THE YEAR

NICOLE KRATIMENOS MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR OF THE YEAR

MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELORS OF CENTRAL FLORIDA CHAPTER OF THE YEAR

HARUNA NAIL VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

ANNE WEDGE-MCMILLEN OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE

Friday Keynote 1 Thriving in a Post-Pandemic World using the Renewable Energy created from Higher AQ and the Habit of Resilience Dwight Bain, LMHC, NCC, CLC 8:00am- 10:00am | 2 Clock Hours | Salon D&E Description: The physical risks of COVID-19 have been magnified by frequent psychological fears, stress, and emotional pressure about the spread of the virus. This extended pandemic, can create a dangerous ‘multiplier effect’ which can create numerous mental health challenges. Everyone is going through this pandemic at the same time, facing the same set of risk factors. Not everyone is managing it the same way. How do some race back to ‘normal’ functioning while others are feeling emotionally frozen or ‘numb?’ It is an issue of capacity, resiliency, and adaptability. A solution to this demanding challenge is for every professional to be trained and equipped with rapid psychological recovery skills to protect them mentally, emotionally, and behaviorally. Skill development using the habit of resilience can boost emotional and physical energy. Post-pandemic stress cannot be stopped, which is why strategic skill building to adapt and move beyond the stress and its damaging impact must be implemented now. This process of reversing destructive stress and converting it over into increased emotional energy can boost the mood and increase motivation for the important work that must be done during the post-pandemic years. Special forces, emergency room teams, first responders and crisis managers who face continual pressure are trained in the techniques to prevent stress from altering their mindset. These crews have learned adaptability from the habit of resilience which protects emotional energy and can frequently boost physical energy for greater work performance. These techniques flow from daily rituals to add protective emotional layers that block damaging stress while increasing positive emotional energy. Equipping mental health leaders with the skills of rapid psychological recovery can strengthen resilience, improve mood, and boost motivation across an organization or community. Finding energy during times of radical change flows out of thinking patterns – or mental habits – which are most noticeable during extended times of crisis. Times of crisis expose neurological patterns from the habit of resilience – or the lack of AQ and mental patterns of resilience. Everyone reacts differently to a crisis, based on age, previous experience with stress, current support system, resources and AQ – adaptability quotient. Some will face the pressure directly and thrive during the post-pandemic years. Others will feel overwhelmed like they are drowning in a tsunami of dread and fall behind. Join us for this time of new skill development so your emotional energy and mindset stay focused on resilience and decisiveness to function at peak performance during this season of change. Learning Objectives: 1. Understand how prolonged stress from a global pandemic depletes self discipline, creates decision fatigue, and leads to exhaustion or burnout. 2. Gain insight into the benefits of boosting AQ by developing aggressive selfcare during periods of continual stress to protect mental and physical health. 3. Develop a personalized mental wellness plan of behaviors and skills that elevate resilience and renewable emotional energy. Dwight Bain is a Nationally Certified Counselor in practice since 1984 with a specialty in managing crisis. He served on a critical incident team after the terrorist attacks of 9/11 in New York City at Ground Zero. His research on rapid psychological recovery to build Post-Traumatic Growth after community crisis was featured at the World Congress on Crisis, Stress and Human Resilience. Dwight is a trusted media resource who has been interviewed on over 500 radio and television stations; as well as quoted in over 100 newspapers/websites including: New York Times, Washington Post, Orlando Sentinel, Chicago Tribune, Atlanta Journal, Miami Herald, Los Angeles Times, FoxBusiness.com & MSNBC. He lives in Orlando with Sheila, his wife of 35 years. 24

Friday Breakout Sessions 10:15am- 12:15pm | 2 Clock Hours

assist with those challenges. Course Goals & Objectives: SALONS A,B, & C Differentiate the cultures associated with Topic: Understanding Mental Health Stressors of Police and Military Personnel Gifted, Creative and High Performing Kids Develop an understanding of how to Presenter: Erica Whitfield, LMHC, MACP, BCeffectively create useful integrative trauma TMH therapy treatment plan Description: Gifted, creative and highDevelop an understanding of how to performing kids are known for their high effectively counsel a veteran police officer functioning capabilities and talents but can through a critical incident, PTSD, and a Line sometimes have their mental health needs of Duty Death overlooked. These children and teens often deal with issues related to perfectionism, sensitivity, SALON D high pressure expectations from parents and Topic: Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault: "Not teachers and/or social problems with peers. In the Usual Suspects": A Fresh Look on Defining this course, we discuss how to help gifted, the Practical Treatment Options creative and high-performing peers in the Presenter: Michael G. Holler, MA, NCC, CFMHE, counseling office. CCCE, CCMHC, LMHC Course Goals & Objectives: Description: This presentation will summarize Discuss common stressors faced by gifted, and clearly define the various forms of domestic creative and high performing kids. violence/intimate partner violence and sexual Discover common obstacles that interfere assault, including legal and ethical ramifications with the therapeutic progress of gifted, in approaching screening, empowering and creative and high performing kids. treating the victims in the systems in which they Learn how to implement therapeutic live. The intent here is to take a fresh approach interventions that resonate with gifted, to teaching about these subjects in different creative and high performing kids. ways than is traditionally undertaken. Course Goals & Objectives: SALONS G&H Attendees will be able to clearly define in a Topic: Warrior to Guardian: Veterans Returning legal and logistical way domestic violence to Civilian Law Enforcement and sexual assault. Presenters: Dennis J. Carradin, Jr., LPCMH, NCC, Attendees will be able to incorporate the BCETS & Harold B. Bozeman, COPT concepts presented in this class in practical Description: Participants will discuss the applications and their practice with their specific needs of men and women transitioning patients. to, or back to, civilian law enforcement after Attendees will be able to distinguish serving in the military. Separately, each of these between the application of empathy and groups experiences high incidence of traumatic sympathy in the process of empowering experiences; combining their experiences victims and maintaining a positive outlook creates a special set of unique challenges. This through the long haul in addressing seminar will prepare peer supporters, domestic violence and sexual assault. supervisors, and managers to recognize and 27

SALON E Topic: Why Should We Do Anything: The Biological Unity in Subconscious Alignment Presenter: Ryan N. Schmidt, Ph.D., NCC, LMHCS, LPC-S Description: The Billion Dollar Question....how can one influence and/or modify human behavior in a timely fashion to catalyze human behavioral change(s)? Well, it first begs a question..."Why Should We Do Anything?". This question will be answered in a way that has yet to be done creating a paradigm-shift in the audiences' thought processes. Further, the presenter will provide an introduction to Responsiveness Relationship-Focused Therapy (RRFT) [an operational day-to-day decisionmaking model] and fully describe its origins while providing case-studies for which rapid behavioral modification(s) and change(s) was/were achieved in his patient population while maintaining those results over an extended time period. Course Goals & Objectives: Identify the "Why" Behind Daily CharacterBased Decisions. Provide a Paradigm-Shifting Explanation of "Why We Should Do Anything". Once the "Why of Doing Anything" is Described, the Presenter with Identify an Operational Day-to-Day Framework for Aligning Decisions with Beliefs.

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 address HIV and STIs, and explore sociological implications of Societal Stigmas. 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. Course Goals & Objectives: Have an understanding of ethical issues and dilemmas that specifically affect the mental health professional, and be knowledgeable of the profession’s stance when addressing issues surrounding HIV/AIDS. 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. 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.

3:00pm- 6:00pm | 3 Clock Hours SALONS A, B, & C Topic: An Exploration of HIV AIDS and Ethical Issues Counselors Face Presenter: Cortina Peters, LMHC, LPC, CSE Description: In today’s time HIV/AIDS is a treatable preventable disease, but nonetheless still a fatal disease; meaning that there is no known current cure. It is important for mental health professions to be knowledgeable when it comes to treating client’s who may be infected

SALON G & H Topic 1: Gestalt Style Applications Used In Treatment of Complex Trauma and Human Trafficking with The HEART Model with Inclusion of Faith-Based Format Presenter: Benjamin B. Keyes, Ph.D., Ed. D, ThD, LMHC 28

Description: The HEART Model integrates standard trauma treatment with a holistic Christian perspective of mind, body, and spirit. This workshop will follow a teaching model that allows practitioners to be able to practice new skills and use them effectively. Participants will be closely supervised as they learn and develop the techniques of the model. The HEART Model was initially created as a Christian model to address complex trauma and human trafficking. It has been researched over the last seven years and has been found to significantly decrease symptoms of PTSD, depression, and anxiety. It has also been shown to increase personal resiliency and positive God-image with individuals from a variety of populations. The work is rooted in a process of healing cognitive and spiritual distortions through self and spiritual forgiveness. Rooted in Gestalt Therapy techniques of 'Empty Chair' and projection, the HEART Model provides an existential experience and interaction with both self and God that integrates Spiritual Growth and awareness with Resiliency and Healing. The HEART Model has even been selected as the model of mental health trauma treatment for Uncaged, a program specifically designed to treat survivors of human trafficking and Courage Worldwide. The HEART model is taught in such a way that allows practitioners to be able to practice and use it effectively. Focus in this workshop will be specifically around the Cognitive and Spiritual Distortions that keep trauma survivors trapped and trauma unresolved. These skills are transferable to the Clinical setting immediately following the training in order to enhance the clinician's ability to help their clients to heal and resolve the internal dissonance of trauma. Course Goals & Objectives: Participants will be able to assess and synthesize how aspects of The HEART Model can be used at various stages when working with survivors of human trafficking and 29

complex trauma. Participants will be able to apply and use 10 stages of The HEART Model with trauma clients in their practice or agency. Participants will be able to apply course information to active clients who are currently on the dissociative continuum and to augment the current treatment plan. Topic 2: Creative Therapies for Post Pandemic Trauma Presenters: Dr Kathie Erwin, LMHC, NCC, NCGC, AMHCA Diplomate & Kelly Erwin, Certified Field Traumatologist Description: Even after the threat of Covid-19 reduced, the pandemic related trauma experiences linger and need resolution. Behind closed doors repeated incidents of partner abuse, child abuse, substance abuse, anxiety and isolation increased to become the unseen mental health pandemic. This session demonstrates several creative therapy approaches suitable for children, teens, adults and families. Course Goals & Objectives: Identify trauma issues related to Pandemic Isolation Demonstrate creative therapy techniques to help clients process the trauma stories Present options for creative therapy processing with families and small groups ORCHID BALLROOM Topic: Dancing the Tango: Emotion Focused Couples Therapy in Action Presenters: John Gallagher, LMHC & Dr. Leila Roach, LMFT, LMHC & Dr. Javier Sierra, LMHC, LMFT Description: Counselors are often lost and overwhelmed when highly conflicted couples enter therapy. Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) is an evidenced-based treatment for working with individuals, couples, and families developed by Dr. Sue Johnson. In this

interactive presentation, we will focus on the application of EFT with couples to de-activate the negative cycle of conflict and restructure attachment bonds. After a brief review of the major theoretical concepts foundational to EFT using discussion and film clips, the stages of EFT and some major interventions will be discussed. The workshop will include a demonstration of EFT with a role-play couple. Participants will be encouraged to discuss the application of the model and ask questions throughout the presentation. All presenters are part of the newly formed Orlando EFT Community.

Course Goals & Objectives: Participants will identify the major theoretical foundations of Emotion Focused Therapy including the role of attachment and emotions in working with couples. Participants will explain the stages of EFT in couples counseling and the major interventions used to create safety and share emotions. Participants will examine the five basic moves of EFT in Stage One with a role play couple.

Friday Keynote 2 (Luncheon) Love is Love: Supporting the LGBTQ community Paula Lupton, LCSW & Tracy Ramos, LMHC 12:45am- 2:45am | 2 Clock Hours | Salon D&E Description: This workshop will discuss areas of knowledge needed to provide supportive treatment to the LGBTQ community. It will cover terminology for appropriate communication and understanding of how people self identify within the community. It will discuss the stages of openness and give resources for providing a more welcoming and supportive environment for care as well as effective therapeutic techniques to utilize. Goals & Objectives: 1. Be able to define LGBTQ and associated terms 2. List two ways having welcoming strategies may impact mental and physical health for the LGBTQ individual 3. Identify two interventions that support individuals in the LGBTQ community Paula, a native of Central Florida, has 18 years of experience in the field of social work; with a focus on substance abuse and trauma as it affects adolescents and young adults. Her experience includes 11 years as Director for the Juvenile Addiction’s Receiving Facility in Orlando, 7 years as an adjunct for UCF in the Social Work Department, 6 years as a corporate trainer on trauma, and as Director of Social Services for inpatient care. Tracy Ramos is an LMHC in the state of Florida and has been in the mental health field for over 20 years. He has served in the areas of the department of juvenile justice diversion programs, Hospice, Orlando Health and CENTAUR/Center for Drug Free Living being a counselor for the HIV community. Tracy has also served a number of years as a community behavioral health counselor specializing in counseling LGBTQ adolescents and teens. 30

Friday Keynote 3 HYPNOTIC EVENING - Taking Care of Trance™ Elvis Lester, MA, LMHC, NCC, MAC, AEMT 7:00pm- 10:00pm | 3 Clock Hours | Salon D&E Description: Join Elvis for a wonderful evening of Change & Trance! You will "Access the Mind Zone" to create a response space inside for more creativity & generativity. Experience Trance for more Presence & Peace of Mind. Come Learn: “How You Do Trance” & Self-Hypnosis, How to Positively Alter Your Mental & Emotional States, How to use Hypnotic Phenomena such as Time Distortion, Age Progression & Hyperesthesia (Heightened Positive Sensation). Goals & Objectives: 1. Identify/describe 5 Foundations of Hypnosis & how to integrate into your practice • Identify & experience 5-10 Indicators of Trance 2. Learn & Demonstrate 3 Rapid Trance Induction Techniques, 3 Trance Deepening Techniques & 3-5 Hypnotic Phenomena in “trance” 3. Learn & Demonstrate how to reorient & awaken from a trance experience Elvis Lester is the “first & only” Licensed NLP Change Master™ designated by Dr. Richard Bandler (co-creator of NLP) for his dedication & work in the field of hypnosis & NLP (NeuroLinguistic Programming). He provides training in Neurocise®, Hypnosis & NLP (NeuroLinguistic Programming) through his EMERGE™ (Eye Movement Emergence™) Certification Program, Certified Neurocise® Practitioner, ChangeMastery NLP Practitioner & TranceMastery™ Hypnosis Practitioner Certification Immersions & Practicums. His unique courses combine an experiential focus on deep integration & application of techniques. Programs are approved by the State of Florida for LCSW, LMFT & LMHC (491 Board), Licensed Psychologists (490 Board) & the Florida Board of Nursing (FBON) as well as NBCC & NBCCH. With over 30+ years’ experience working firsthand with clients in private practice as a changeworker & healing arts professional, Elvis provides participants the opportunity to tailor their experience in his trainings to their desired state outcomes & vision of success. The format is highly personalized & offers multiple opportunities for question & answer sessions, personal changework & definitely deep trance experience for yourself This is what sets Elvis’ trainings apart from other trainings. For details on upcoming trainings or to register call 813-221-5466 or email elvis@neurocise.com.

InSession Magazine is an online magazine created and published by FMHCA each quarter to be a dedication to Mental Health Providers. To be featured in FMHCA's online magazine, please submit your article by March 15th for possible publication in the April 1st issue. Submit by visiting www.FMHCA.org If you have any questions, please email naomi@flmhca.org or call The FMHCA Office at 561-228-6129 Writers must agree to InSession Terms. Submission does not ensure publication

Student Poster Board Session 6:00-7:00 pm

Presentation Title: Tips for Engaging the Mind Before Studying Presenter: JJ Collins University: Divine Mercy University

Presentation Title: IQ and You: Addressing Giftedness in Therapeutic Spaces Presenter: Jessica Yanson University: University of Central Florida

Presentation Title: We want help, but don't know how to ask Presenter: Carlos Mendez University: Nova Southeastern University

Presentation Title: Intrusive “Parts”: An Internal Family Systems Approach to Intrusions Presenter: Sabrina Butler University: University of Central Florida

Presentation Title: The Relationship Between Presentation Title: A Mental Health Practitioners’ Role in Dismantling the Structural Childhood Trauma and Sleep Quality in Stigma of Borderline Personality Disorder Children with Externalizing Behaviors Presenters: Crystal Beesing, Dr. Lindsay Kozachuk Presenter: Emily Warren University: Florida State University University: Palm Beach Atlantic University

Saturday Keynote 1 Towards Cultural-Responsiveness in Counseling: Counseling with Culture in Mind Dr. Tammy Lewis Wilborn PhD, LPC-S, LPC/MHSP-S, BC-TMHC 8:00am- 10:00am | 2 Clock Hours | Salon D&E Description: During this 2-hour interactive keynote, mental health and wellness expert, author, and keynote speaker Dr. Tammy Lewis Wilborn will: define and explore the clinical implications of culturally-responsive practice, examine ethical codes related to culturally-responsive practice, and provide a framework that counselors need to practice with culture in mind. Learning Objectives: 1. Define culturally-responsive counseling. Objective: Attendees will be able to define and understand the clinical implications of culturally-responsive counseling. 2. Examine ethical codes for culturally-responsive counseling. Objective: Attendees will gain greater awareness of culturally-responsive practice as an ethical mandate. 3. Provide a framework for culturally-responsive counseling. Objective: Attendees will receive recommendations that promote the awareness, knowledge, skills, and actions that reflect culturally-responsive counseling. Dr. Tammy Lewis Wilborn is a board-certified licensed professional counselor-supervisor, board certified telemental health counselor, and keynote speaker with over 20 years of clinical experience. She is the author of the upcoming book Playing a New Game: How Black Women Can Be Well and Excel In the Workplace (GCP Balance | Hachette) due out October 2022. She is the owner of Wilborn Clinical Services, LLC and Dr. Tammy Lewis Wilborn LLC, and founder of the Black Women’s Wellness Conference of New Orleans. She previously served as visiting assistant professor of counseling at the University of New Orleans and adjunct professor of counseling at Xavier University of Louisiana. She is an in-demand speaker and media expert who regularly contributes to Huff Post and WBOK 1230 AM. She is the executive producer of Things with Feathers (2017), a short film that seeks to break the silence and stigma around childhood sexual abuse, which won at the 2018 Shreveport Urban Film Festival.

FMHC CALL FOR PRESENTERS!

ANNUAL CONFERENCE & VIRTUAL SUMMIT | FEBRUARY 2023

FMHCA's goal is to provide education, legislative oversight, and networking opportunities. Our Annual Conference & Virtual Summit provides an opportunity for advanced professional training. Take advantage of this opportunity and present at the FMHCA 2023 Annual Conference and/or 2023Virtual Summit!

Possible Dynamic Approaches May Cover: Integrative System Care Expressive and Creative Therapies Multicultural Counseling Innovative Treatments and Skill Building Practice EMDR and Trauma Work Addiction Models Military and Veteran Mental Health Ethics Meditation Evidence Based Interventions Best Practice for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder And Many More! Presenter Proposals Due By: August 1st 2022 Submit a proposal to be a presenter at: www.FMHCA.org Questions? Email: office@FLMHCA.org

Benefits of Presenting: Presenters will receive a discount on conference registration. Promotion of your name and credentials on our website and in all electronic and print marketing materials, where appropriate. Recognition of your expertise by FMHCA and by other industry professionals. Networking opportunities Presenter Eligibility: To be considered, presenters must have professional qualifications in good standing with their professional regulatory board, if applicable, possess the technical expertise necessary to present on a subject effectively, and meet one or more of the following: Have received specialized graduate or post-graduate level training in the subject of presentation; and/ or Have extensive experience including at least five years of practical application of research involving subject of presentation.

Saturday Breakout Sessions SALONS A,B, & C Topic: How to start a private practice and do I want to be self-pay, insurance or both? Presenter: Jennifer Dahl, MS, CRC, LMHC Description: This presentation will give you the step-by-step of how to create a private practice, deciding to be self-pay, and/or taking insurance and EAPs. We will go over all the different types of payor sources, insurance terms, and how to bill. Course Goals & Objectives: Deciding to start my own private practice Knowing the steps to starting a business Do I want to be insurance based or self-pay

Course Goals & Objectives: Attendees will leave this training with a better understanding of DID especially as it relates to groups, and have some practical tools to use with this population. Objective 1: Attendees will be able to identify and analyze signs that the clients that they are seeing have an operating dissociative process. Attendees will learn to apply various methods to their treatment to ensure better diagnosis and treatment for clients with dissociative features. Attendees will learn to apply feminist theory to groups including clients with dissociative features.

SALONS G&H Topic: DID Groups – Tried and True Approaches Presenters: Rhett Brandt, PhD, LMHC Description: This presentation will help attendees to better understand the realm of treatment for clients with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). We will explore various ways to help clients in this situation to get the most out of therapy. We will also discuss various ways to conduct a group that will help to support your clients in their isolation and seek to build better helping communities. Recent studies have found a much higher prevalence of DID and dissociative symptoms than previously known, up to 10% of the client population. Many clients diagnosed with DID report feelings of isolation and are unaware that others are experiencing the same types of symptoms. Using a number of different approaches and strategies, an effective model rooted in feminist theory and facilitated by a male and female co-therapist was created. The presenter will share what worked well and what did not so that attendees can better understand the process of working with this type of client.

SALON D Topic: Understanding Complex Trauma as it relates to those who have experienced Human Sex Trafficking and Domestic Violence Presenter: Patrick Nave, DMin., ABD, LMHC, MCAP, CET & Diena "Rainey" Nave, CAC Description: Come experience real life examples of what complex trauma does to a person as a result of experiencing human sex trafficking and domestic violence. Learn how the brain responds, how neuroplasticity occurs, what developmental markers are impacted and how the level of awareness one experiences interferes with the future. The presentation will wrap up with practical tools to utilize in partnering with someone who has been trafficked as they move forward in hope, healing and renewal. Course Goals & Objectives: We will explore how the brain is impacted developmentally when presented with complex trauma. How does it change? The power of sequential processing will be explained and how the levels of awareness impact a person both now and in the future.

10:15am- 12:15pm | 2 Clock Hours

Description: In 2020, counselors rapidly How one can utilize "best practices" with transitioned to telehealth in order to continue working with someone who has experienced serving clients during the COVID-19 pandemic, complex trauma as a result of being with few counselors having adequate training trafficked or experiencing domestic violence. and experience. We managed to muddle SALON E through, developing at least a basic proficiency. Topic: More than Games: Experiential & Still, many counselors struggle to engage clients Adventure Therapy Approaches in Treatment (and themselves) online, finding it difficult to Presenter: Ricardo Santiago, LMHC, CCAT treat OCD, trauma, and anxiety disorders from Description: Experiential approaches such as behind a screen. We may be recovering from adventure therapy are emerging treatment the pandemic, but telehealth isn’t going alternatives focusing on physical activity, anywhere, so it’s time to turn it up and advance metacommunication/metaphors, nature our expertise! Using real case examples, environments & specially designed experiential participants will learn strategies and techniques activities to engage clients in novel and practical to improve client participation online while ways. This approach involves: 1) Specially addressing disorders that many find difficult to designed experiential activities designed to treat through telehealth. develop metaphors to facilitate deeper Course Goals & Objectives: exploration of client challenges, elicit powerful Describe updates in laws, rules, and emotions, and provide an opportunity to practices related to telehealth. practice coping skills & develop insight in a realIdentify challenges related to online client world environment, 2) in depth clinical engagement. processing with gentle yet powerful challenges. Adapt multiple counseling interventions to This workshop will introduce the major concepts engage clients with complex symptoms of adventure therapy and experiential online. approaches, illustrate clinical methodology, SALON G & H illustrate a number of specific activities to Topic 1: Trauma Informed Systems from an demonstrate its use. Applied Behavior Analytic Perspective Course Goals & Objectives: Presenter: Samantha Parnham MA MS BCBA Gain knowledge related to core concepts of LBA ACCTS & Lizzie Tendick, MA BCBA LBA experiential approaches and adventure ACCTS therapy Description: Applied Behavior Analysis has Gain an understanding of the clinical been used as the gold standard for Autism methodology of adventure therapy and treatment; and now the field is transforming to experiential approaches integrate what we know about trauma with Learn several experiential activities and behavior analytic principles to provide the their applications in treatment highest quality care 3:00pm- 6:00pm | 3 Clock Hours Course Goals & Objectives: Participants will be able to describe what SALONS A, B, & C Applied Behavior Analysis Is Topic: “Turn it Up” Telehealth: Breaking the Participants will be able to identify trauma “Basics” Barrier with Engaging Interventions for triggers, biological responses, and Trauma, OCD, and Anxiety Disorders consequences of trauma triggers using a Presenter: Aaron Norton, Ph.D., LMHC, LMFT 42

behavior analytic frame work Participants will be able to brief describe Relational Frame theory and it's application to trauma treatment Topic 2: Build Your Own Resilience Plan Presenters: Maureen Pollard, MSW, RSW Description: Participants will be introduced to theory about compassion fatigue, burnout and resilience. This presentation will offer practical strategies to implement a personalized self care plan to support well-being throughout a career. Course Goals & Objectives: Participants will be able to define terms related to compassion fatigue and burnout, as well as resilience. Participants will be able to select strategies from a variety of self care and self compassion activities that can be implemented in their personal routines. Participants will be able to describe debriefing tools to use in the workplace to support wellness.

System and Veterans’ Health Administration are not always well equipped to care for this population and both Active-Duty Service Members and Veterans are increasingly seeking services with community mental health providers. This session will provide an overview of Military Culture and LGBTQ+ experiences, mental health considerations, and outline ethical and best practices for working with this population. Attendees will also explore personal biases and assess their own organizational readiness for serving Military LGBTQ+ personnel. Course Goals & Objectives: Identify behavioral health impacts of Military Service on Military LGBTQIA+ Veterans. Develop culturally responsive tailoring of behavioral health practices for Military LGBTQ+ Veterans. Implement organizational best practices serving Military LGBTQ+ Veterans for creating an inclusive and affirming environment.

ORCHID BALLROOM Topic: Insight Into The Double Closet: Best Ethical Practices for Working with Military LGBTQ+ Veterans Presenters: Maria Giuliana, LMHC, Ginger Malloy, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, and Lori Sterling, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern Description: Nearly a decade after the repeal of “don't ask, don't tell,” military culture around LGBTQ+ Servicemembers and Veterans is gradually changing, yet barriers continue to exist. While all LGBTQ+ service members maintain the right to serve openly in the military, they still experience discrimination, sexual harassment, and assault at a rate higher than among the general active-duty population, and LGBTQ veterans continue to battle discrimination, harassment, and assault after returning to civilian life. The Military Health

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Awards Luncheon, Annual Membership Meeting, and Legislative Update FMHCA Lobbyist, Corinne Mixon, Laura Peddie-Bravo, LMHC, NCC & Aaron Norton, Ph.D., LMHC, LMFT 12:30pm- 3:00pm | 2.5 Clock Hours | Salon D&E Annual Membership Meeting (Presidential Remarks): Description: Topics covered will include the following; the importance of belonging to (and serving in) our professional associations, goals & objectives for FMHCA for 2022 and beyond, and also Government Relations Committee update where Chair of Government Relations Committee/AMHCA Southeastern Regional Director will update participants on the current state of Medicare legislation and the No Surprises Act. Learning Objectives: · Identify at least three reasons it is important to participate in our professional associations · Identify at least three goals for FMHCA for 2022 · Learn about the potential inclusion of LMHCs in Medicare and also learn about The No Surprises Act. Legislative Update: Description: The Florida Legislature is made up of individuals that come from varied personal and professional backgrounds. If these legislators are not educated on the LMHC profession, its professional practice climate may become threatened. Through this session on advocacy, we will uncover how to provide much-needed education to Florida's elected officials. Corinne will explain what lobbying is, why it is important and how LMHCs can become their own lobbyists. The session will cover the passage of recent bills and forthcoming legislation. Finally, Corinne will discuss how mental health counselors can work with their State Representatives and Senators to enhance their legislative platform. Learning Objectives: · Grassroots advocacy · Florida’s state legislative process · Intersection of elections and policy making · Interactions between state and federal policy · Legislative topics that may be important to LMHCs · What to expect of Florida’s behavioral health ecosystem in the coming years Laura is the current President of FMHCA. Laura owns a private practice, The Bravo Counseling Group, LLC, in Winter Park, Florida. Laura enjoys serving the profession of counseling, and she has been a member of and volunteered for professional associations since she was a graduate student. Corinne is a registered professional lobbyist with fifteen years of experience representing clients’ state governmental interests. She has been instrumental in passing myriad legislation and killing bills that would have negatively impacted her clients. Dr. Norton is an LMHC and LMFT serving as Executive Director of the National Board of Forensic Evaluators, Adjunct Instructor at the University of South Florida, Southern Regional Director for the AMHCA, and Past-President of the FMHCA. He has nearly 20 years of clinical and forensic experience at Integrity Counseling, Inc. 44

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