Despite advancements in mental health interventions, the population-adjusted suicide rate in the United States has risen by approximately 35% between 1998 and 2021, remaining alarmingly high. This workshop equips psychologists, licensed mental health professionals,...
Thursday 9-25 2:15-3:30PM
217 | Objects of Desire: The Interpersonal Neurobiological Implications of Mimesis in the Integration of the Mind in Mental Health Care
A fundamental element in assessing a patient’s distress and diagnosis is the difference between anticipated expectations and actual lived experience. Expectations further emerge as an expression of one’s desires. Psychologists, licensed mental health professionals,...
219 | Stress Mastery: Best Practices to Promote Flourishing in Wellbeing, Faith, and Relationships
In this session, the presenter will offer an in-depth exploration of the intersection between Biblical principles and scientific research on human flourishing. Drawing on the latest global research and faith-based scientific best practices, this session will...
220 | Heavy Hearts: A Deep Dive into the Impact of Compassion Fatigue and Building Resilienc
Compassion fatigue (CF) coined by Charles Figley (1995, 2002), refers to the emotional strain experienced by caregivers who internalize the pain of traumatized individuals. It results from prolonged exposure to another’s suffering, manifesting as emotional exhaustion,...
221 | The Five Love Languages for Adopted Children: Practical Tools to Foster Attachment, Love, and Hope
Adoption introduces unique challenges that can evoke emotional distress, frustration, and disappointment for both parents and children. Drawing on the principles from Loving Adopted Children Well: A 5 Love Languages Approach by Drs. Gary Chapman and Laurel Shaler,...
222 | Abortion Counseling in 2025: Legal and Ethical Considerations in Post-Roe America
The surge in chemical abortions and recent shifts in abortion laws following the overturn of Roe v. Wade have left women and families facing pregnancy decisions in a complex and uncertain environment. As a result, therapists and counselors are increasingly...
223 | Global Competence: Practical Skills for Supporting International Humanitarian Workers across the World
Mental health professionals with global competence are crucial in supporting International Humanitarian Workers (IHWs) who form a significant part of the modern faith-based global mission workforce. These workers serve in a variety of fields beyond traditional...
208 | Helping Children and Youth Navigate Healthy Sexual Integrity
Many faith-based homes have struggled to teach healthy sexual integrity, leaving kids with mixed messages, while today’s culture only complicates the issue. Research shows that the more positive, valued-centered sex education young people receive at home, the less...
209 | Couples and Porn: Breakthroughs for Developing Emotional Safety, Intimacy, and Trust
In a revealing survey by the Barna Group, striking statistics show that 58% of men and 22% of women engage with pornography, ranging from daily use to a couple times a month, with the majority doing so in secrecy. As professionals working with couples, it’s essential...
210 | Sandtray Therapy: A Practical Intervention when Working with Traumatized Youth
Sandtray therapy offers traumatized youth a clinically safe and therapeutic environment to process and resolve trauma. This modality engages symbolism, where materials represent aspects of the trauma; projection, allowing intense emotions to be externalized onto the...