Higher Levels of Care
Friday, July 17, 2026
11:00am - 12:00pm
1 CE credit provided
Hosted by: Lindsey Rae Ackerman, LMFT
Most therapists were trained to build alliance and hold space, not to assess for medical necessity or navigate the mental health treatment continuum. When a client’s presentation escalates beyond what outpatient care can safely manage, knowing when and how to refer isn’t just clinical judgment. It’s an ethical and legal responsibility. This session walks clinicians through the full continuum of care, inpatient psychiatric hospitalization, medical detox, residential treatment, PHP, and IOP, and demystifies medical necessity criteria (ASAM, LOCUS) so referral decisions are grounded in evidence rather than gut instinct alone. Participants will leave with practical language for having these conversations with clients and families, a working framework for risk assessment, and clarity on where the line actually sits between “this is hard” and “this is beyond outpatient scope.”
Location info: Virtual - Google link provided when registering
Understanding OCD and GAD
Monday, August 10, 2026
10:00 – 11:30 am
1.5 CE credits provided
Hosted by: Anna Selena Cho, Psy.D, LMFT, ATR
In the presentation entitled When Thoughts Take Over: Understanding OCD and GAD,
attendees will gain an understanding of the nature of OCD and anxiety, as well as hallmark
features to look for. Attendees will learn about evidence-based care for OCD and anxiety,
how and why it works, and how to help clients navigate treatment resources in the
community. Attendees will walk away with an actionable list of dos and don’ts for
supporting someone through OCD and anxiety recovery.
Location info: Virtual - Google link provided when registering
Navigating BPD in the Therapy Room
Friday, Sept 25, 2026
10:00 – 11:30am
1.5 CE credits provided
Hosted by: Elinor Bawnik, LMFT
Presentation Background:
Working with clients with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can evoke strong emotions in both clients and clinicians, making effective case conceptualization and a strong therapeutic relationship essential. This 1.5-hour continuing education course provides therapists with a practical, evidence-informed framework for understanding BPD beyond diagnostic criteria. Participants will explore attachment, emotion dysregulation, relational patterns, and common treatment challenges while learning strategies for balancing validation, boundaries, and accountability. Through case conceptualization, clinical examples, and real-world scenarios drawn from the presenter's experience across multiple levels of care, attendees will gain practical tools to navigate complex clinical situations with greater confidence, compassion, and effectiveness.
Location info: Virtual - Zoom link provided when registering
