PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Mental health practitioners have began to notice that an increasing number of clients have chosen complementary or alternative medicine (CAM) techniques which may have powerful effects on the mind and body. Whether it is acupuncture, Ayurvedic medicine, homeopathy, or aromatherapy, or any of a host of others. Research has revealed that more than 40% of the US population engages in such complementary or alternative techniques--often without reporting these to their mental health practitioners or physician. In this program, participants will be introduced to the major types of CAM systems and techniques, what research has revealed about them, and how to work with clients who are using such techniques. In addition, the program will cover techniques from the mind-body-spirit realm which you, as a clinician, may want to use with your clients to augment the effectiveness of your therapy. This program is aimed at the intermediate skill level.

FACULTY: Linda Scott, Ph.D., M.Ac., teaches psychology at Hood College in Frederick, Maryland, and is a Maryland state-licensed and nationally certified acupuncturist. She maintains a private practice in acupuncture. Dr. Scott has twice been awarded the Mortar Board Excellence in Teaching award. She holds a doctoral degree in psychology from the George Washington University, where her interest in the mind-body connection began more than 30 years ago when she researched psychological changes in persons practicing Transcendental Meditation for her dissertation. She also hold a master’s degree in acupuncture from the TAI-Sophia Institute. 

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:  At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to:

• identify several mind-body techniques which may be integrated into counseling or psychotherapy practice,

• identify the major types of CAM mind-body systems, their legal status in this country, credentials of practitioners, and the research status of these techniques,

• discuss the reputable sources for trustworthy information about these techniques.

INTENDED AUDIENCE: Psychologists, social workers, licensed professional counselors, addiction therapists, psychiatric nurses, chaplains, and other mental health professionals.

AGENDA:

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM           Registration and Introductions

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM         Introduction, History and Current Status of Mind-Body Medicine / CAM

10:30 AM - 10:45 AM      Morning break

10:45 AM - 12:00 PM      Reputable Sources of Information for You and Your Clients;
                                           Examples of Research in CAM

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM        Lunch

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM          Examples of CAM Modalities You May Encounter

2:30 PM - 2:45 PM          Afternoon break

2:45 PM - 4:30 PM          How to Work in Partnership with CAM Practitioners
                                               for the Well-Being of Your Clients

4:30 PM                            Program Closure, Evaluations

CONTINUING EDUCATION: The Southwest Health Professions Education Center, Inc. (SEC) certifies this program for 6 contact hours.  A certificate of attendance will be awarded. 

[ APA ] -- The Southwest Health Professions Education Center, Inc. (SEC) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. SEC maintains responsibility for the program and its content.  This program provides 6 CE credits.

[ ASWB ] -- VA Employee Education System, Provider Number 1040, is approved as a provider for continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards 400 South Ridge Parkway, Suite B, Culpeper, VA 22701. www.aswb.org. ASWB Approval Period: 4/7/07 - 4/1/10. Social workers should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval. Social workers will receive 6 continuing education clock hours in participating in this course.

[ NBCC ] – The VA Employee Education System is approved by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) to offer continuing education accreditation for National Certified and Licensed Counselors.  We adhere to NBCC Continuing Education Guidelines.  This program is approved for 6 contact hours.  Provider #5927.

[ CNE ]  --  The Southwest Health Professions Education Center, Inc. (SEC) is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, provider # CEP 11270.  This program is approved for 6 contact hours.