Arkansas Counseling & Wellness Services is an approved provider (ACEP #7353) and can offer continuing education credit to counselors. If you want to learn more about our current schedule of continuing education, check our calendar for additional information. Feel free to call our team Monday to Thursday between 9 am and 2:00pm with questions. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Training
What Trainings are Available?
Motivational Interviewing
December 1, 2023
Session A
This course will be presented by Kristy Burton, PhD, LPC-S, AADC, NCC, SAP, TA, A Licensed Professional Counselor and Advanced Alcohol Drug Counselor with nearly 10 years of experience as a therapist and over 20 years working with individuals with substance use disorders. We will be reviewing information from the new Motivational Interviewing 4th edition text.
Objectives:
- The Spirit of Motivational Interviewing
- The basic skills of Motivational Interviewing (open-ended questions, affirmations, reflective listening, summarizing)
- The five stages of change and the characteristics that define each
- The four types of resistance you may encounter (reluctance, rebellion, resignation, and rationalization) and how to roll with resistance
- Techniques to balance advocacy and inquiry in conversations that can lead to behavioral health change
- The ways in which Motivational Interviewing can positively impact client wellness
Event Details: The event will be offered via Zoom video conferencing or in person (Springdale, Arkansas). You will be provided access to the continuing education certificate, slideshow, and other pertinent materials following submission of your post-event evaluation survey. As such, please register for the event with an individual email account.
Continuing Education Hours: This course is approved by NBCC for 3 continuing education hours.
Date and time
Friday, December 1, 2023, 9:00 am to noon
Cost
$50 or $75 for both sessions
Location
2940 W. Sunset Ave., Springdale, Arkansas (subject to change based on number of in person registrants.
A zoom link will be sent to all registered virtual attendees.
Ethics for Co-Occurring Counselors
December 1, 2023
Session B
This course will be presented by Dr. Kristy Burton, LPC-S, AADC, NCC, SAP, TA, A Licensed Professional Counselor and Advanced Alcohol Drug Counselor with over 10 years of experience as a therapist and over 20 years working with individuals with substance use disorders.
Objectives:
- Attendees will gain a better awareness and understanding of the implications of ethics in their profession.
- Learn and explore ethics as they pertain to co-occurring clients.
- Exploration of ethical issues and discussion via the use of case presentations and case studies.
Event Details: The event will be offered via Zoom video conferencing or in person. You will be provided access to the continuing education certificate, slideshow, and other pertinent materials following submission of your post event evaluation survey. As such, please register for the event with an individual email account.
Continuing Education Hours: This course is approved by NBCC for 3 continuing education hours.
Date and time
Friday, December 1, 2023, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Cost
$50 or $75 for both sessions
Location
2940 W. Sunset Ave., Springdale, Arkansas (subject to change based on number of in person registrants.
A zoom link will be sent to all registered virtual attendees.
Motivational Interviewing – 3 day
February 19-21, 2024
This course will be presented by Kristy Burton, PhD, LPC-S, AADC, NCC, SAP, TA, A Licensed Professional Counselor and Advanced Alcohol Drug Counselor with nearly 10 years of experience as a therapist and over 20 years working with individuals with substance use disorders. We will be reviewing information from the new Motivational Interviewing 4th edition text.
Objectives:
- The Spirit of Motivational Interviewing
- The basic skills of Motivational Interviewing (open-ended questions, affirmations, reflective listening, summarizing)
- The five stages of change and the characteristics that define each
- The four types of resistance you may encounter (reluctance, rebellion, resignation, and rationalization) and how to roll with resistance
- Techniques to balance advocacy and inquiry in conversations that can lead to behavioral health change
- The ways in which Motivational Interviewing can positively impact client wellness
Event Details: The event will be offered via Zoom video conferencing or in person (Springdale, Arkansas). You will be provided access to the continuing education certificate, slideshow, and other pertinent materials following submission of your post-event evaluation survey. As such, please register for the event with an individual email account.
Continuing Education Hours: This course is approved by NBCC for 15 continuing education hours.
Date and time
Monday, February 19 to Wednesday, February 21, 2024
9 am to 2 pm each day.
Cost
$200
Location
2940 W. Sunset Ave., Springdale, Arkansas (subject to change based on number of in person registrants.
A zoom link will be sent to all registered virtual attendees.
Best Practices for Counseling Office Staff
This course will be presented by ACWS Practice Manager, Jessie Edwards, and Practice Owner, Dr. Kristy Burton, A Licensed Professional Counselor and Advanced Alcohol Drug Counselor with over 10 years of experience as a therapist and over 20 years working with individuals with substance use disorders.
The “Best Practices for Counseling Office Staff” training is a comprehensive two-hour session designed to equip counseling office staff with the knowledge and skills they need to provide high-quality support to clients and create a positive and efficient working environment. In a counseling office, staff play a crucial role in facilitating the delivery of mental health services and ensuring a positive client experience. This training aims to enhance their effectiveness and professionalism, fostering an environment of empathy, efficiency, and excellence.
Key Topics Covered:
- Introduction to the Counseling Office Environment
- Understanding the role of counseling office staff.
- Creating a welcoming and nonjudgmental atmosphere for clients.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Effective listening and empathetic communication techniques.
- Handling difficult or emotional conversations with clients.
- Confidentiality and Ethical Considerations
- Maintaining client confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards.
- Recognizing and addressing ethical dilemmas in the counseling office.
- Time Management and Organization
- Strategies for optimizing office workflow.
- Managing appointments, records, and paperwork efficiently.
- Crisis Management and De-escalation
- Identifying and responding to crisis situations.
- Techniques for de-escalating potentially volatile interactions.
- Self-Care and Resilience
- Recognizing the importance of self-care for staff well-being.
- Strategies to manage stress and prevent burnout.
- Team Collaboration and Support
- Building strong teamwork and cooperation among office staff.
- Providing support to colleagues and fostering a positive work environment.
- Client-Focused Service
- Understanding and meeting the diverse needs of clients.
- Strategies for providing person-centered care.
Continuing Education Hours: This course is approved by NBCC for 2 continuing education hours.
Date and time
Friday, November 17, 2023; 10:00 am to Noon.
Cost
$15
Location
A zoom link will be sent to all registered virtual attendees.