BC Association of Clinical Counsellors

Working with Kids in High-Conflict Divorce: Safe, Effective, and Ethical Practice for the “Average” Therapist
2025-01-23 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual
Children of high-conflict separation and divorce need our help, but the context does not make it easy for us as child, adolescent, and family therapists.
Parents in high conflict may not agree on the need for therapy or which therapist to select. One parent may see the other parent’s suggestion for therapy for their child as the beginning of a campaign to reduce their parenting time. The apparently high proportion of regulatory complaints is legendary. Ethics professors, who have likely avoided these kinds of situations, are typically little help, simply warning students to stay away from these families. Senior colleagues and clinical supervisors can provide emotional support, sometimes with a “I’m glad you it’s you and not me” sentiment, but more often than not, lack the knowledge to provide clear guidance. In this workshop, Dr. Jeff Chang provides a framework that combines risk management for practitioners with respectful engagement of parents, and support for children and adolescents.

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In this workshop, Dr. Jeff Chang will:

Describe the phenomenon of high conflict separation and divorce and its effects of children and adolescents, and the effects on practitioners
Provide a framework for “getting parents (or guardians) in the door” in a way that shows that as practitioners, we are not aligned with one parent
Give insight into obtaining informed consent, maintaining a balanced therapy process, and creating a context to “just let us do our work”

Lunch and Learn: Edge Benefits for RCCs
2025-01-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join us for a Lunch & Learn with BCACC’s Benefit’s Advisor Stephanie Ritchie & Wade Dabrowski VP of Sales for Edge Benefits.
Since 2018, BCACC offers our members an opportunity to enroll in the Individual Health & Dental, Disability and Critical Illness insurances through the Edge Benefits. The Health & Dental plans are designed to reduce medical, drug and dental costs for individuals and their families and to cover unexpected high-cost health expenses. We have invited Stephanie Ritchie, BCACC Benefit’s Advisor and Wade Dabrowski VP of Sales Edge Benefits, to a Lunch & Learn information session where she and Wade will provide information and address the most common questions that they get from BCACC members.
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What we’ll cover:

What’s included and available add-ons (many Benefits are non-medical)
Who can purchase it
Why is Disability insurance important for self-employed/small business owners and what is the difference between Disability and Critical Illness benefits.
The difference between Individual Health & Dental and Group/Employee benefit plans
Health & Dental insurance frequently asked questions

Connect with your RCC Community in Victoria | Night 2
2024-11-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Victoria, Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina 146 Kingston St, Victoria, BC, Canada
We are thrilled to invite you to two evenings dedicated to fostering connections and building community.
Even if you cannot make it to our regional workshops, we encourage you to join us for networking events at the end of each day. We are creating evenings full of meaningful conversations, laughter, and a space for us all to come together.

As a member there is no cost to attend.
You can sign up to attend one or both of these events.

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Whether you’ve just joined us or have been a part of our community for years, your presence is invaluable, and we want you to feel at home. This is an opportunity to share experiences, meet new colleagues and reconnect with friends.

Connect with your RCC Community in Victoria | Night 1
2024-11-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Victoria, Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina 146 Kingston St, Victoria, BC, Canada

Victoria Regional Workshop
2024-11-15 09:00 - 2024-11-16 17:00 | Victoria, Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina 146 Kingston St, Victoria, BC, Canada
Join BCACC as we travel around the province to bring you an in-person opportunity to connect with your colleagues, educators, and local mental health influencers.

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DAY 1 – Working with Adults with ADHD | Workshop with Dr. Elisabeth Baerg Hall and Dr. Candice Murray
Clinical Counsellors tell us that they are seeing more and more adult clients living with ADHD in their practices, yet most educational offerings are focused on working with youth and children.
DAY 2 – A ½ day workshop with Psychologist Dr. Jeff Chang and the BCACC Clinical Supervision Committee
This workshop aims to bring valuable insight and invite discussion and learning around Clinical Supervision from a systemic context.
A ½ day Roundtable Discussion: Mental Health and Counselling in your Region
BCACC will bring together mental health thought leaders and important local stakeholders to connect with attendees for a rich discussion on the state of mental health and counselling in the region.

Our Roadshow event is your chance to:

Equip yourself with the latest resources, trends, practices on adult ADHD from renowned practitioners.
Understand the future of clinical supervision in counselling & psychotherapy; opportunities, developments, and more.
Lead pivotal conversations on mental health, access, public protection with local mental health influencers and stakeholders in your region.
Network with colleagues, BCACC representatives and grow your professional network.

Working with First Responders
2024-11-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Online, BC, Canada
Introduction to Working with Trauma Exposed Professionals (TExP): Strategies and Approaches for Clinical Work with First Responder Clients
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Focusing on Wounded Warriors Canada’s (WWC) approach to working with Trauma Exposed Professionals (TExP) across Canada who are suffering from post-traumatic stress injuries, this workshop covers topics such as:

understanding Stoic cultural values
military and first responder organizational expectations
how traditional approaches to counselling can be counterproductive in the beginning stages of the therapeutic relationship
how structure and predictability in trauma work can assist both client and counsellor in managing the impacts of chronic traumatic event exposure

Lunch and Learn: ICBC reports and Treatment Plans
2024-10-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Providing counselling treatments to ICBC customers? Brush up on your skills: Lunch and Learn for RCCs
Join us for an informative 1-hour lunch and learn session designed specifically for Registered Clinical Counsellors working with ICBC customers.
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Our expert presenter, Teresa Ciolfitto, a seasoned Relationship Specialist from ICBC’s Claims Programs & Strategy department, will share invaluable insights gained from her 25+ years of experience.
This session will cover:

Essential reporting requirements for RCCs
Best practices for completing ICBC Treatment Plans
Useful resources to streamline your ICBC-related work

Connect with your RCC Community in Burnaby | Night 2
2024-10-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Burnaby, Hilton Vancouver Metrotown 6083 McKay Ave, Burnaby, BC

Connect with your RCC Community in Burnaby | Night 1
2024-10-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Burnaby, Hilton Vancouver Metrotown 6083 McKay Ave, Burnaby, BC

Burnaby Regional Workshop
2024-10-24 09:00 - 2024-10-25 17:00 | Burnaby, Hilton Vancouver Metrotown 6083 McKay Ave, Burnaby, BC
Join BCACC as we travel around the province to bring you an in-person opportunity to connect with your colleagues, educators, and local mental health influencers.

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DAY 1 – A ½ day workshop with Psychologist, Dr. Jeff Chang and the BCACC Clinical Supervision Committee
This workshop aims to bring valuable insight and invite discussion and learning around Clinical Supervision from a systemic context.
A ½ day Roundtable Discussion: Mental Health and Counselling in your Region
BCACC will bring together mental health thought leaders and important local stakeholders to connect with attendees for a rich discussion on the state of mental health and counselling in the region.
DAY 2 – Working with Adults with ADHD | Workshop with Dr. Elisabeth Baerg Hall and Dr. Candice Murray
Clinical Counsellors tell us that they are seeing more and more adult clients living with ADHD in their practices, yet most educational offerings are focused on working with youth and children.

Our Roadshow event is your chance to:

Equip yourself with the latest resources, trends, practices on adult ADHD from renowned practitioners.
Understand the future of clinical supervision in counselling & psychotherapy; opportunities, developments, and more.
Lead pivotal conversations on mental health, access, public protection with local mental health influencers and stakeholders in your region.
Network with colleagues, BCACC representatives and grow your professional network.

Mastering Case Conceptualization to Revitalize Your Clinical Effectiveness
2024-10-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
In today’s demanding therapeutic landscape, clinicians often find themselves navigating complex caseloads in overworked and sometimes understaffed conditions. This workshop offers practical tools for clinical counsellors grappling with burnout, intricate client needs, and the challenges of maintaining efficacy regardless of practice setting
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By participating in this workshop you will:

Enhance clinical conceptualization skills to improve therapeutic efficacy while preventing fatigue
Identify common root causes of burnout and fatigue in demanding clinical practice
Develop self-awareness strategies to navigate counter-transferences and personal triggers
Master tools for navigating complex client interactions in high-pressure environments
Build confidence in handling complex cases and therapeutic impasses
Implement effective self-care strategies for sustained therapeutic efficacy
Create a personalized toolkit for burnout prevention and maintaining well-being
Enhance awareness of personal and professional boundaries in challenging work conditions

Format:
We’ve divided this workshop into two sessions

Part 1: A 2-hour workshop presentation with Q+A
Part 2: A 1-hour experiential session (you can choose to add this session when you register)

You can register for Part 1 only, or both sessions. Please make your selection during the checkout process.

Managing Cyber Risk
2024-10-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join us for this free session hosted by Patrick Bourk, Vice President of Cyber and Professional Lines at Navacord & John Paul Mitchell, Managing Partner at Mitchell & Abbott Group.

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You’ll learn about:

current cyber risks
why they matter
Social Engineering Fraud
Ransomware
the importance of cyber security & risk management strategies,
and an exclusive insurance solution for members of the BCACC

Connect with your RCC Community in Kelowna
2024-10-04 17:00 - 18:00 | Kelowna, The Cove Lakeside Resort 4205 Gellatly Rd, Kelowna, BC, Canada
We are thrilled to invite you to an evening dedicated to fostering connections and building community.
Even if you cannot make it to our regional workshops, we encourage you to join us for this networking event. We are creating an evening full of meaningful conversations, laughter, and a space for us all to come together.
As a member there is no cost to attend.
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Whether you’ve just joined us or have been a part of our community for years, your presence is invaluable, and we want you to feel at home. This is an opportunity to share experiences, meet new colleagues and reconnect with friends.

Kelowna Regional Workshop
2024-10-04 09:00 - 2024-10-05 17:00 | Kelowna, The Cove Lakeside Resort 4205 Gellatly Rd, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Building a Group Practice
2024-09-26 09:30 - 12:30 | Virtual
Are you a successful private practitioner ready to expand your impact with a vision for building a group practice? Join us for a 3-hour workshop designed to provide you with the essential knowledge and strategies to navigate this transition smoothly.

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What You’ll Learn:

Shifting to a Business Mindset

Embracing the role of a practice owner
Realistic assessment of numbers, time, and energy requirements
Balancing clinical work with business management

Creating Robust Systems

Streamlining client intake processes
Developing effective interviewing and onboarding procedures
Implementing strategies for client retention
Automating and documenting processes
Selecting appropriate software and tools
Managing physical space and unique expenses

Building Your Team

Considerations for bringing on practitioners
Contractors vs. employees: Pros and cons
Determining fair and sustainable compensation structures
Deciding on practice focus: Niche vs. generalized approach
Managing the practitioner lifecycle
Implementing effective off-boarding procedures

Time Crafting
2024-09-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join us for a Lunch and Learn session with Mike Vardy, founder of Productivityist and a globally recognized expert in personal productivity. This session focuses on optimizing your time in a way that aligns with your personal and professional values, moving beyond traditional time management to help you reclaim control over your days and workload. Mike’s approach evaluates how to get things done in a manner that allows you to free up time for what is important, ensuring that your tasks do not control you.
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Mike will guide us through:

Theming Your Time: Structure your days and weeks to reflect your ideal life.
Creating Attention Paths: Identify where to focus your attention for maximum impact.
Applying Reflective Practice: Ensure your actions align with your goals.
Innovative Prioritization: Discover new ways to prioritize tasks that resonate with your values.
Optimal Time Division: Learn how to divide your time effectively for your unique situation.

Connect with your RCC Community in Prince George
2024-09-20 17:00 - 18:00 | Prince George, Prince George Civic Centre 808 Canada Games Way, Prince George, BC, V2L 5L1

Prince George Regional Workshop
2024-09-20 09:00 - 2024-09-21 17:00 | Prince George, Prince George Civic Centre 808 Canada Games Way, Prince George, BC, V2L 5L1
Join BCACC as we travel around the province to bring you an in-person opportunity to connect with your colleagues, educators, and local mental health influencers.

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DAY 1 – Working with Adults with ADHD | Workshop with Dr. Elisabeth Baerg Hall and Dr. Candice Murray
Clinical Counsellors tell us that they are seeing more and more adult clients living with ADHD in their practices, yet most educational offerings are focused on working with youth and children.
DAY 2 – A ½ day workshop with the BCACC Clinical Supervision Committee
This workshop aims to bring valuable insight and invite discussion and learning around Clinical Supervision from a systemic context.
A ½ day Roundtable Discussion: Mental Health and Counselling in your Region
BCACC will bring together mental health thought leaders and important local stakeholders to connect with attendees for a rich discussion on the state of mental health and counselling in the region.

Our Roadshow event is your chance to:

Equip yourself with the latest resources, trends, practices on adult ADHD from renowned practitioners.
Understand the future of clinical supervision in counselling & psychotherapy; opportunities, developments, and more.
Lead pivotal conversations on mental health, access, public protection with local mental health influencers and stakeholders in your region.
Network with colleagues, BCACC representatives and grow your professional network.

Creating an Impactful Website
2024-07-24 12:00 - 14:30 | Online, BC, Canada
You want people to love the experience that they have on your website, and you do this by being strategic & intentional about how you guide them through your content to help them to recognize your value.
This 2.5-hour workshop with cover all the elements that make up a great website. Whether you already have a website and want to audit what’s working and what can be improved, or you are planning out a new website.
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This workshop will help you to:

Identify who you are speaking to, and ensuring that you are speaking to their needs on your site.
Understand key principles about design and layout, to help people scan and see your information.
Include important information and pages that can help people choose to work with you.
Structure the full site to make it simple for people to find what they are looking for.

Lunch & Learn: SEO for Counsellors
2024-07-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, BC, Canada
The demand for mental health services has never been greater, as shown by the number of searches on Google. People use the search engine to research their own behaviour, find a counsellor, and possibly even self-diagnose. By having more BC-based counsellors show up on Google, we can ensure these people receive the help they need while building more appointments for local practices.
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This webinar will explain:

What your potential clients are searching for on Google
Simple SEO strategies to use on your site
Local SEO tactics for your site
Common mistakes to avoid
What to do off of your website to increase bookings

Crafting Your Nonfiction Idea: A mini-blueprint for those wanting to author a book [workshop]
2024-06-18 12:00 - 15:00 | Online, BC, Canada
Writing a book is an excellent way to grow your reputation as an industry expert or thought leader. But it is as complex as building a house, and many overlook the foundational steps of gaining clarity on their idea before digging into the outline and content.
This 3-hour session offers the foundational steps, helping you to hone the key elements of your idea. Using the mini-blueprint from Jennie Nash’s popular Blueprint for a Nonfiction Book process, you will identify:

why you’re writing this book,
who it’s for,
and the red-hot thread that supports each chapter, tool and strategy.

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This session will include:

An interview with author and book coach Alex Van Tol, to gain insights into the writing process, the current publishing landscape, the different paths to publishing, and how to organize a learning journey that inspires and educates.
Workshopping and iterating your core idea with hot-seat and peer feedback.
A Q+A session at the end.

This session sets the foundation for the next stage:
The next stage is developing a powerful outline that guides your readers on a journey of personal transformation. Our goal is to offer a separate deeper-dive session later in the year.

BCACC Town Hall
2024-06-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, BC, Canada
An update on the regulation of clinical counselling and psychotherapy in BC
As you know, the BC Government has recently announced its intent to regulate psychotherapy under the Health Professions Act. We understand many of you may have questions regarding the new regulations, what they mean for you as an RCC, and what you can expect from BCACC. This townhall will answer all this and provide necessary clarity on the regulatory landscape going forward. Don’t forget to register for this important session.
Read BCACC’s Press Release
Join BCACC’s CEO, Michael Radano in this ongoing series on the regulation of clinical counselling and psychotherapy in BC.
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Elevate Your Practice: Understanding Eating Disorders
2024-06-11 09:30 - 12:00 | Online
This workshop is created for you to give you practical insights to recognize, understand, and effectively intervene with eating disorders, even if it’s not your specialty.
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TOPICS WE’LL COVER:

Spot the Signs
Leverage Your Skills
Demystify Eating Disorders
Empower Clients
Create a team

Matters of the Mind: Flexing into Summer (A "Little" Survival Guide)
2024-06-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
NAVIGATE SUMMER ANXIETY WITH DR. LITTLE
While some of us look forward to Summer, it can be a very stressful period for others. Some of the top concerns on people’s minds include:

Climate change anxiety
Financial worries
Pressure to make the most of it all

If you find yourself sitting with anxiety during the summer, join our FREE webinar led by Dr. Nicole Little, an expert in Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RODBT), is designed to give you practical tools to navigate the summer.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

Understand how our natural temperament influences our response to stress
Explore strategies to distinguish between what we can control and what we cannot
Enable you to cultivate a flexible mindset
Help you embrace uncertainty while staying grounded in your values

You are not alone in feeling stressed about the summer. We hope that the information and tools you receive during this presentation will help you manage expectations, anticipation and uncertainly.
Know someone who would benefit from this presentation? Share this event with them.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
J. Nicole Little, PhD, R.C.C.-A.C.S is a therapist who specializes in anxiety and other conditions of overcontrol and uses a Radically Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (RO DBT) lens in her practice. When not teaching, supervising or providing RO DBT, she kicks back with her personal three ring circus (her beloved dogs) and laments how much weeding needs to be done in the garden.
ABOUT MATTERS OF THE MIND
Matters of the Mind is a series of free online public webinars focusing on relevant topics related to your mental well-being.
In these sessions, BCACC brings forward expertise from our Registered Clinical Counsellors to provide knowledge and tools to help you navigate life’s challenges.
Our goal is to contribute to the wellness of all British Columbians by breaking stigma and providing empowering information.

Supporting Families Going Through the MAiD Process
2024-05-30 12:00 - 14:00 | Online
UNDERSTANDING MAiD & HOW TO SUPPORT FAMILIES NAVIGATING THE PROCESS
Join us for an informative two-hour workshop featuring Dr. Stefanie Green, MD, as she delves into the realm of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) and shares her invaluable experience working with MAiD families. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your professional skills and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those facing these challenging decisions.
This workshop is designed to empower helping professionals to effectively support families navigating the MAiD process. Dr. Green will provide strategies for facilitating conversations, information about connecting individuals with assessment resources, and demystifying the preparation phase, including what crucial assessments are involved.
What we’ll cover:

Understand the MAiD process and assessment procedures to support families effectively
Explore the role of RCCs in pre- and post-MAiD support.
Navigating your own emotions, such as grief
Develop communication skills for compassionate discussions about these tough decisions.

NOTE: This workshop will be recorded and made available to registrants for only two weeks after the live workshop.
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ABOUT THE PRESENTER:
Stefanie Green is a physician, speaker, and the author of the international bestseller This is Assisted Dying. Dr. Green spent ten years in general practice and another twelve years working exclusively in maternity and newborn care before changing her focus in 2016 to medical assistance in dying (MAiD). In her landmark transformative and compassionate memoir, Dr. Green reveals the reasons a patient might seek an assisted death, how the process works, what the event can look like, and what it feels like to oversee matters and administer medications that hasten another person’s death.
Deeply authentic and powerfully emotional, This Is Assisted Dying contextualizes the myriad of personal, professional, and practical issues surrounding assisted dying by bringing readers into the room. Dr. Green shares the voices of her patients, her colleagues, and her own narrative as she describes the extraordinary people she meets and the unusual circumstances she encounters while navigating the intricacy, intensity, and utter humanity of these powerful interactions. As our population confronts issues of wellness, integrity, agency and community, and how to live a connected, meaningful life, this progressive and compassionate book is at the forefront of medically assisted dying, offering comfort and potential relief.
Dr. Green enjoys speaking about MAiD to the public, to health care communities, and to a wide range of audiences locally, nationally, and internationally. She is an educational resource in the academic world, can speak to advocacy groups, and can discuss policy work surrounding MAiD.
She is the Founding President (and immediate past president) of the Canadian Association of MAiD Assessors and Providers (CAMAP). She is a medical advisor to the BC Ministry of Health MAiD oversight committee, a moderator of CAMAP’s national online forum, has provided expert testimony to the Canadian House of Commons and the Senate, and has hosted several national conferences on the topic of assisted dying. She is a member of the clinical faculty at both the University of British Columbia and the University of Victoria. She believes This Is Assisted Dying will change the way people think about their choices at the end of life, and showcase that assisted dying is less about death than it is about how we wish to live.

ONLINE SESSION INFORMATION:
Dates: Thursday May 30, 2024
Time: 12pm to 2pm
Format: Online
Cost:

$100 for BCACC Members
$50 for BCACC student members
$200 for Non-Members

NOTES:

For registration support, please email education@bcacc.ca
For student registration, please email studentmembers@bcacc.ca
The event zoom link will be sent a day before the event.
The workshop will be recorded and made available to registrants for only two weeks after the live stream. Please note, you must be a registrant to access this session’s recording.

Disclaimer: Except where specifically indicated, the opinions expressed in this notice are strictly those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, its officers, directors, or staff. The publication of any advertisement by the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors is not an endorsement of the advertiser, or of the products or services advertised. The BC Association of Clinical Counsellors is not responsible for any claims made in advertisements. Advertisers may not, without prior consent, incorporate in a subsequent advertisement the fact that a product or service has been advertised in a publication of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors.

34th Annual National Suicide Prevention Conference - Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention
2024-05-29 08:00 - 2024-05-31 17:00 | Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront, Vancouver, BC, 1133 W Hastings St., Vancouver, BC, V6E 3T3
Inspiring Hope Together
Hosted by the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP), this conference provides a forum for diverse perspectives including researchers, front-line clinicians, individuals with lived experience, First People’s teachings, and sector professionals from across the country.
The theme, “Inspiring Hope Together,” emphasizes the power of unity in creating positive change. When we work together towards a common goal, we can achieve so much more than when we work alone. This theme reminds us that the act of collaboration can make a significant impact. Let’s come together to inspire hope and create positive change in our communities.

Working with Children: Getting comfortable with different levels of risk
2024-05-16 12:00 - 14:00 | Online
WORKING WITH CHILDREN IS RARELY BLACK & WHITE
Working with children involves several risk factors. As a counsellor, how prepared and equipped are you to handle these situations?
When children or their parents seek counselling for on their behalf, things are rarely black and white. Counsellors are often hesitant or sensitive to the complexities of these situations due to existing regulations, the risk of complaints, or a potential lawsuit. It doesn’t have to be that way.
This workshop will prepare counsellors to accurately identify red flags as well as evaluate, and manage risk while providing the best care their young clients need.
How this workshop will help your practice:

Understanding grey areas surrounding consent and identifying your risk tolerance level
Asking the right questions and identifying red flags
Spotting nuances when children seek counselling for themselves or when parents seek counselling for their children
Quantifying risks
Conducting a thorough background evaluation

ABOUT THE PRESENTER:
John-Paul is an accredited family law arbitrator, family law mediator and parenting coordinator. Over an illustrious 25-year career, he has specialised in law and procedural reform, public legal education, children’s rights and involvement in justice processes, the impact of parental conflict on children, access to family justice, and the psychological aspects of relationship breakdown and parenting after separation. John-Paul is presently a member of the ADR Institute of Canada, the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, and Family Mediation Canada. He is a former fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers and was appointed Queen’s Counsel, now King’s Counsel, in 2019.
Candice Alder is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with nearly 20 years of therapeutic experience with families, children, and youth. Candice is a former child protection worker in BC, and has also worked with high-risk children and families in non-profit and public education settings. Candice is a sessional instructor for the School of Child and Youth Care at the University of Victoria, and currently supports children, youth, and families through her private practice and work with Child and Youth Mental Health.
ONLINE SESSION INFORMATION:
Dates: Thursday, May 16, 2024
Time: 12pm to 2pm
Format: Online
Cost:

$50 for BCACC Members
$25 for BCACC student members
$100 for Non-Members

NOTES:

For registration support, please email education@bcacc.ca
For student registration, please email studentmembers@bcacc.ca
A separate email will be sent the day prior to the event containing the information for joining the webinar.
The workshop will be recorded and made available to registrants, without additional cost, as part of the registration.

Disclaimer: Except where specifically indicated, the opinions expressed in this notice are strictly those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, its officers, directors, or staff. The publication of any advertisement by the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors is not an endorsement of the advertiser, or of the products or services advertised. The BC Association of Clinical Counsellors is not responsible for any claims made in advertisements. Advertisers may not, without prior consent, incorporate in a subsequent advertisement the fact that a product or service has been advertised in a publication of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors.

Somatic Attachment Psychotherapy Online 2 Year Training with Lisa Mortimore, Ph.D. and Stacy Adam Jensen, MEd
2024-05-02 - 2024-05-05 | Online, BC, Canada
Early attachment injuries forge a neurophysiological template of self and impact affect regulation and relational functioning and distort one’s internal working model(s). The heart of this training addresses the reparation of insecure attachment. The curriculum weaves a framework that draws upon diverse theoretical and conceptual understandings from attachment theory, somatic psychotherapy, trauma studies, affect regulation and regulation theory, interpersonal neurobiology, and interpersonal/relational psychoanalytic practice.
May 2024 Cohort: May 2 – 5, 2024; September 26 – 29, 2024; January 23 – 26, 2025. Year two dates tba.

$6,600 for the training ($1,100 per clinic), including GST

For more information, visit the website listed below.

Attention Therapists: Register Now for The Art and Science of Love - a Gottman’s Couples Therapy Workshop and receive an additional 10% BCACC Discount
2024-04-27 08:00 - 2024-04-28 17:00 | Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront, 1133 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC, V6E 3T3, Canada

Working with Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse
2024-04-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Online
THE PAST DOESN’T ALWAYS STAY IN THE PAST
Sexual difficulties in adulthood can often be traced back to past childhood sexual trauma including shame that often accompanies intimate trauma. This workshop will provide a theoretical understanding as well as clinical techniques in working with sexuality concerns of survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Case material will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:

Discuss how to create a safe therapeutic environment for survivors
Identify important aspects of assessment of childhood sexual abuse
Describe the central role of shame for survivors
Describe the use of the relational sexual history to support sexual healing
List clinical techniques that help survivors safely become more sexual

NOTE: This workshop will be recorded and made available to registrants for two weeks after the live workshop. Bear in mind, the recording will not include references to case material.

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ABOUT THE PRESENTER:
Suzanne Iasenza is a practicing psychologist who specializes in and writes on topics such as human sexuality, sex therapy for individuals and couples, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
She’s passionate about sharing her knowledge of Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis and has taught at a variety of institutions. Some of which include the Ackerman Institute for the Family, Derner Institute at Adelphi University, the Westchester Center, and the Family Institute of Westchester. Suzanne has also co-founded the Sex Therapy Training Program (STP) at the Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy in NYC.
Want to know more? Check out her latest book, Transforming Sexual Narratives: A Relational Approach to Sex Therapy or visit her website at suzanneiasenza.com.
ONLINE SESSION INFORMATION:
Dates: Friday, April 19, 2024
Time: 9am to 12pm
Format: Online
Cost:

$80 for BCACC Members
$40 for BCACC student members
$160 for Non-Members

NOTES:

The registration deadline is Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Pre-registration is required.
For registration support, please email Cassandra Leong at cassandra@bcacc.ca
For student registration, please email studentmembers@bcacc.ca
A separate email will be sent the day prior to the event to the confirmed registrants containing the information for joining the webinar.
The workshop will be recorded and made available to registrants, without additional cost, as part of the registration.

Disclaimer: Except where specifically indicated, the opinions expressed in this notice are strictly those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, its officers, directors, or staff. The publication of any advertisement by the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors is not an endorsement of the advertiser, or of the products or services advertised. The BC Association of Clinical Counsellors is not responsible for any claims made in advertisements. Advertisers may not, without prior consent, incorporate in a subsequent advertisement the fact that a product or service has been advertised in a publication of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors.
