CE Broker Approved

Detailed analysis of the new Texas rule (effective 2025/2026) requiring 3 hours of competency training for "distinct populations."

Application of the Multicultural and Social Justice Counseling Competencies to assess counselor self-awareness and client worldviews.

In-depth exploration of implicit bias, microaggressions, and the intersection of privileged and marginalized identities.

Clinicians will analyze the shift from "Impulse Control Disorder" to "Addictive Disorder," examining the neurobiological similarities between gambling and substance use.

Participants will review the nine diagnostic criteria for Gambling Disorder, including the critical concepts of "chasing losses" and "bailouts."

The course provides training on specific assessment tools such as the South Oaks Gambling Screen (SOGS) and the National Opinion Research Center DSM Screen (NODS).

Participants will analyze the governance structure of the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) and distinguish between the roles of the Council and the individual licensure boards (TSBEPC and TSBEMFT).

The course provides a detailed review of Texas-specific mandates regarding confidentiality (Chapter 611), the release of records, and the permissive vs. mandatory duty to warn standards unique to Texas law.

Learners will review the most tested areas of the Texas Administrative Code, including the prohibitions on sexual misconduct, the specific timelines for record retention, and the distinction between "clinical" and "supportive" counseling.

Dedicated training on Compulsive Gambling Disorder (Gambling Disorder), recognized as the sole non-substance addictive disorder in the DSM-5.

Explores the neurobiological pathways the disorder shares with Substance Use Disorders.

Mastery of evidence-based intervention strategies, primarily MI and CBT, and the exploration of family therapy and pharmacotherapy integration.

Differentiate between the therapeutic functions of psychoeducational groups, process groups, and self-help resources like SMART Recovery and 12-Step programs.

Implement stage-matched interventions and group-specific Motivational Interviewing strategies to enhance member engagement and reduce resistance.

Apply Kansas BSRB ethical standards regarding scope of practice, confidentiality, and informed consent specifically within the group setting.

Strategies to balance client autonomy with systemic requirements.

Application of BSRB regulations regarding scope of practice and record-keeping.

Best practices for "warm handoffs," confidentiality, and interdisciplinary consultation.

A detailed analysis of scope of practice differences between LAC, LMAC, and LCAC, including supervision and diagnostic mandates.

Strategies for moving from static intake forms to ongoing, multidimensional assessment and client-directed recovery planning.

Application of Evidence-Based Practices (EBPs) and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) guidelines in diverse settings.

Innovative insights into the brain reward system and the progression of addiction.

Evidence-based strategies for managing co-occurring disorders and utilizing pharmacotherapy.

Practical application of Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques.

Practitioners will analyze the specific ethical standards for e-therapy and social media outlined in the NAADAC Code of Ethics to prevent boundary violations and licensure complaints.

Participants will evaluate the clinical efficacy of telehealth for medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and psychosocial interventions based on recent systematic reviews.

Learners will implement cross-disciplinary strategies to bridge the "digital divide," ensuring equitable access to technology-assisted services for diverse and rural populations.

Practitioners will analyze the specific conflicts between federal 42 CFR Part 2 regulations and Kansas state reporting laws to prevent inadvertent breaches of confidentiality.

Participants will evaluate the distinct scopes of practice for LMACs working under direction versus LCACs in independent practice to ensure regulatory compliance.

Learners will implement the NAADAC ethical decision-making model to resolve complex dilemmas involving social media boundaries and digital communication.

Participants will analyze Kansas Administrative Regulations regarding client recordkeeping to ensure full compliance with BSRB standards.

Learners will master the specific elements of 42 CFR Part 2 compliant consent forms to navigate the complexities of confidentiality and redisclosure.

The course provides actionable strategies for writing S.M.A.R.T. treatment plans and progress notes that demonstrate medical necessity and clinical progress.

Fulfills the specific 6-hour diagnosis and treatment requirement for LMAC/LCAC renewal using DSM criteria.

Step-by-step application of Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment in diverse settings.

Differentiating between substance-induced and independent mental disorders (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD) per DSM-5-TR standards.