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
Motivational Interviewing Coaching
As a dedicated professional and member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT), I offer a unique blend of motivational interviewing coaching and coding expertise, embodying a diverse skill set that empowers individuals to achieve their goals while navigating the intricate world of technology. With a passion for helping others unlock their potential, I employ motivational interviewing techniques to inspire and guide clients towards positive behavioral changes, fostering self-discovery and resilience along the way. Simultaneously, my experience in coding equips me to tackle complex technical challenges, providing invaluable insights and practical solutions to enhance efficiency and innovation. My holistic approach not only cultivates personal growth but also cultivates a deeper understanding of the intersection between motivation and technology, ultimately paving the way for lasting success in both realms.
Dr. Kristy Burton is a Motivational Interviewing Coach and current member of MINT, the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers. If you are interested in coaching and/or coding, email kristy@arcounselingandwellness.com
Upcoming Training Opportunities
Walking the Line: Working with Bipolar, Borderline, and Complex Diagnoses in Therapy
3 CEs for $50
In Person or VIRTUAL
This training is open to all mental health professionals, including counselors, social workers, addiction specialists, and peer support providers.
Friday July 18, 2025
1 pm to 4 pm, North Little Rock, AR or Google Meet
In this interactive training, we’ll dig into what it really looks like to work with clients who live with bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and similar diagnoses. You’ll get a better grasp on what these diagnoses mean, why they show up the way they do in session, and how to build strong, steady relationships with clients who often feel anything but. We’ll cover real-world tools, case examples, and ways to stay grounded as a therapist while helping clients find their footing.
This course is approved by NBCC for 3 continuing education hours in ethics.
Continuing Education Hours: Arkansas Counseling and Wellness Services has been approved by NBCC for NBCC credit. Kristy Burton is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. NBCC Approval No. 7353.
From Resistance to Resilience: Counseling Clients with Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
6 CEs for $75
In Person or Virtual
This training is open to all mental health professionals, including counselors, social workers, addiction specialists, and peer support providers.
Wednesday September 10, 2025
9 am to 4 pm, Fayetteville TBD
This 6-hour training is designed for mental health professionals working with individuals experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. These clients often present with ambivalence, shame, and resistance, requiring nuanced and compassionate care. This session offers practical, evidence-based strategies to engage, assess, and support dually diagnosed clients. Participants will examine the roots of resistance, the impact of trauma and stigma, and how to build resilience through a person-centered, integrated approach. The training emphasizes Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed care, and stage-matched interventions to promote lasting change. Attendees will gain actionable tools to strengthen rapport, boost client motivation, and individualize treatment plans effectively.
This course is approved by NBCC for 6 continuing education hours in ethics.
Continuing Education Hours: Arkansas Counseling and Wellness Services has been approved by NBCC for NBCC credit. Kristy Burton is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. NBCC Approval No. 7353.