The following Course Accreditation Programs, approved by the NASW-Virginia Chapter are accredited for Continuing Education Hours. For more details or to express interest in any of these programs, please contact the sponsoring organization using the information provided.
"Ethics in Group Therapy"
Group therapy offers a powerful opportunity for growth, connection, and the exploration of relational patterns, but it also presents ethical challenges that differ from individual clinical work. This training examines the unique ethical responsibilities of group facilitators and provides practical guidance for managing them effectively.
Participants will review key ethical principles, including confidentiality in a multi-member setting, informed consent for group work, and the establishment and maintenance of appropriate boundaries. The training will also address group dynamics, conflict management, member-to-member interactions, and strategies for maintaining safety and therapeutic integrity.
Special emphasis will be placed on creating a structured, predictable environment that supports emotional vulnerability and risk-taking while minimizing harm. Participants will also explore approaches for assessing and responding to crisis situations within the group context.
Designed for clinicians and group facilitators, this training strengthens ethical decision-making, enhances clinical competence, and supports the creation of group spaces that are both transformative and ethically sound.
🗓Date(s): May 20, 2026 - May 20, 2027
⏱ Time: Self Study
📍Location: Asynchronous l Distance Learning
CE Hours: 3.0 Category I Contact Hours (which includes 3.0 Ethics Hours)
Sponsor: Integrative Resource Network
Contact/Registration Information: Contact Maureen Bethea at info@integrativeresourcenetwork.com or call 704-614-2388.
"Let's Talk About Sex: Ethically Navigating Intimacy Conversations in Therapy"
Sexuality-related topics frequently arise in therapy through discussions of intimacy, identity, relationships, sexual trauma, shame, cultural or religious influences, gender identity, consensual non-monogamy, boundaries, and client values. Yet many clinicians receive limited formal training on addressing these conversations ethically and confidently. This training equips mental health professionals with practical strategies for navigating sexuality-related issues while remaining within their scope of practice and upholding ethical standards. Participants will explore key topics including informed consent, competence, confidentiality, documentation, cultural humility, client self-determination, therapist values and bias, and appropriate referral practices. The course also highlights when consultation, supervision, or additional training may be warranted, while emphasizing respectful, nonjudgmental, and clinically supportive care. Special attention is given to maintaining therapeutic boundaries and documenting sensitive information responsibly. By the end of the training, participants will have a practical ethical framework for approaching sexuality-related conversations with confidence, professionalism, and compassion.
🗓Date(s): July 10, 2026
⏱ Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
📍Location: Live Virtual
CE Hours: 1.5 Category I Contact Hours (which includes 1.5 Ethics Hours)
Sponsor: Elizabeth Reed, LCSW
Contact/Registration Information: Contact Elizabeth Reed at elizabethreedacg@hushmail.com or call 740-238-0837.
"Motivational Interviewing"
This introductory training provides a practical overview of Motivational Interviewing (MI) and its application to engaging children, youth, and families in behavioral health and educational settings. Designed for professionals working in community-based, school, and residential programs, the course explores how MI techniques can strengthen client engagement, improve retention, and support progress toward treatment and educational goals. Participants will learn how to meet youth where they are in the change process, effectively respond to resistance, and foster collaboration with clients experiencing complex behavioral and emotional needs. Through a combination of interactive discussion, didactic instruction, and hands-on application exercises, attendees will gain foundational MI skills they can immediately apply in practice. This in-person training is ideal for behavioral health and educational staff seeking practical strategies to build motivation, strengthen therapeutic relationships, and promote positive outcomes for children, adolescents, and families.
🗓Date(s): July 16, 2026
⏱ Time: 1:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
📍Location: Shineforth, Richmond, VA
CE Hours: 3.0 Category I Contact Hours
Sponsor: Shineforth (formally known as UMFS)
Contact/Registration Information: Contact Erica Mann at emann@shineforth.org or call 804-921-2714.
"When Your Client Asks for a Letter: Gender Health Evaluations and Letters of Support for Teens in a Time of Restricted Access"
This intensive three-part workshop provides an in-depth exploration of the process of conducting gender health evaluations and developing professional letters of support for adolescents seeking gender-affirming medical care.
The training incorporates lecture, facilitated discussion, case studies, and experiential exercises to support participant learning and achievement of the stated objectives.
Upon completion of the training, participants will be able to:
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Describe the multiple purposes and clinical functions of a gender health evaluation.
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Identify the essential components of a comprehensive gender health evaluation.
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Explain the key elements required in a professional letter of support.
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Apply best practices by drafting a letter of support based on a case scenario using a provided template.
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Recognize the clinical opportunities presented through the evaluation process and the sharing of support letters.
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Analyze common challenges and complicating factors that may arise during the evaluation process and develop strategies for effectively addressing them.
🗓Date(s): August 7, August 14, August 21, 2026
⏱ Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
📍Location: Live Virtual
CE Hours: 6.0 Category I Contact Hours
Sponsor: Kirby Creative Clinical Solutions
Contact/Registration Information: Contact Heather Kirby at info@kcclinicalsolutions.com or call 703-409-2571.
The following Course Accreditation Programs, approved by the NASW-Virginia Chapter are accredited for Continuing Education Hours. For more details or to express interest in any of these programs, please contact the sponsoring organization using the information provided.
