Want more advanced training? Drawing on the latest research, each intensive will feature 12 full hours of in-depth training throughout the conference from national experts—all in an interactive, experiential format. Connect with colleagues… learn and grow together… and best of all, walk away with a Professional Certificate of Completion that will better equip you to provide competent counsel and care. These intensives will run from Thursday morning through Saturday afternoon, breaking for plenary sessions. CE credits are included by default. You may earn up to 18 credits.
Attachment-based Intervention Specialist (ABIS) Level I Training
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Tim
Clinton, Ed.D. |
Gary
Sibcy, Ph.D. |
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Learn how to apply attachment theory in your counseling practice! Drawing from the latest research on interpersonal neurobiology, this hands-on training will equip you to apply attachment theory to the treatment of childhood problems, relationship conflicts, chronic depression, anxiety disorders, and even addictions. National experts, Drs. Clinton and Sibcy, will explore the inherent power of relationships to literally change the brain’s chemistry, structure, and function!
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Advanced Marital Therapies: EFT and Hope-focused Counseling
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Sharon
May, Ph.D. |
Everett
Worthington, Jr., Ph.D. |
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Do you work with couples in conflict? Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) offers an established therapeutic model for effective couples’ counseling. National expert, Dr. Sharon May, will train you to help couples restore the “safe haven” of their relationships, heal resentment, and strengthen emotional connection. Pair EFT with Dr. Ev Worthington’s research-based Hope-Focused Counseling approach to provide competent therapy that incorporates faith and enhances marital intimacy.
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Pornography, Sexual Addiction and Recovery
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Mark
Laaser, Ph.D. |
Debbie
Laaser, M.MFT. |
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Pornography is one of the greatest threats to psychological health existing today. Sixty-eight percent of young adult men and 18% of women turn to porn weekly—and they are desperate for help! Dr. Mark Laaser and Debbie Laaser offer proven strategies and techniques for both individual and couple recovery from sexual addiction. You will be equipped to help clients address addictive patterns, identify emotional trauma, and implement clinically-sound approaches for healing and growth.
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High Conflict Families and Troubled Marriages
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Eric
Scalise, Ph.D. |
Linda
Mintle, Ph.D. |
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When tempers flare and words fly… help couples and families reconnect and work toward meaningful conflict resolution! This intensive training will resource you with practical strategies to cultivate an environment that enhances two-way communication, balanced decision-making, and deeper emotional bonds. Drawing on biblical principles, research and 60+ years of combined clinical experience, Drs. Scalise and Mintle will provide you with therapeutic tools to foster trust, intimacy and understanding, as well as navigate personality-based problems.
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Divorce Recovery, Remarriage and Blended Families
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Ron
Deal, M.MFT. |
Tom
Whiteman, Ph.D. |
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Over half of all marriages in the United States still end in divorce, and 40% of homes with children are growing up in stepfamilies. Learn how you can respond with competent, biblical care to the challenges of separation, divorce, single parenting, remarriage and blended families. National experts, Dr. Tom Whiteman and Ron Deal, will offer specific counseling strategies to encourage resilience and healing after divorce, strengthen relationships in blended families and prevent re-divorce.
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Premarital and Marriage Coaching
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Dwight
Bain, M.A. |
Gary
Rosberg, Ed.D. |
Barb
Rosberg, B.F.A. |
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Marriage coaches are desperately needed today! Whether it’s in your local church or coaching business, discover how you can come alongside engaged and married couples to provide support, biblical encouragement and practical help. Seasoned professional coaches, Dwight Bain and Gary and Barb Rosberg, will share hands-on tools to assist couples with their communication styles, overcome obstacles, strengthen their love, and thrive—not just survive. Marketing, program development, and implementation will also be outlined.
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