Events

Networking & Educational Events Hosted by Summit BHC

Summit BHC hosts a number of networking and educational events for our colleagues throughout the year. Please register if you are interested in attending.

For questions regarding Summit BHC sponsored events, please reach out to Janis Ellington, Director of Education & Event Strategies, at 912-678-4480 or janis.ellington@summitbhc.com.

If you would like to be notified of upcoming events and educational opportunities offered at Summit BHC affiliated facilities, please click the link below to join our email list.


Subpoenas & Testimony: What Therapists Need To Know

November 18, 2025  
10:00 AM - 01:15 PM EST
Virtual
$25 Early Registration / $35 After October 17th
Jessica Hunt, LPC, J.D.

Summary:

This is a unique opportunity to learn from an attorney who is also a licensed mental health clinician! In this seminar, participants will learn best practices for responding to subpoenas and preparing for depositions.

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Introduction to Culturally Responsive Clinical Practice

December 4, 2025  
10:00 AM - 01:15 PM EST
Virtual
$25 Early Registration / $35 After November 29th
Vincentia Paul-Constantin, Ph.D., LPC, LMHC, CCCA, CPIA, NCC

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Phone: 9126784480

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Pharmacology of Medications in the Treatment of Substance Use Disorders

December 9, 2025  
09:00 AM - 04:00 PM EST
Virtual
$45 through Novemer 18 | $50 after November 18
Merrill Norton, Pharm.D., D.Ph., CMAC

Summary:

This presentation is a complete and comprehensive review of all medications used in SUD treatment to include:
a.) pregnant and postpartum women.
b.) AUD, CUD, MOUD, Stimulant use disorder.
c.) ambulatory detoxification.
d.) psychiatric medications.

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Serving Those Who Serve: Introduction To Military Culture & Mental Health

January 6, 2026  
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Virtual
$25 Early Registration / $35 After December 30th
Robert 'Matt' McDaniel, MA, LPC - Justitia Advisory Board

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Phone: 9126784480

Email: janis,ellington@summitbhc.com


Ethics Essentials: Ethical Grounding For Clinical Practice

January 8, 2026  
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Virtual
$25 Early Registration / $35 After December 30th
Tommy Black, Ph.D., LPC, LMHC, CCCA, CPCS, ACS

Summary:

Build a solid foundation in ethical decision-making by revisiting core principles, professional codes, and common standards that guide responsible clinical care.

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Phone: 9126784480

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Inside the System: Mental Illness in Justice Involved Adults

January 8, 2026  
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM EST
Virtual
$25 Early Registration / $35 After December 30th
Catherine Fliszar, LMHC, LPC, LCMHC, LCPC

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Phone: 9126784480

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Anger Management Certification Training

January 14, 2026 - January 16, 2026  
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM EST
Virtual
Specialist Tract - $200 Therapist Tract - $400
Tommy Black, Ph.D., LPC, LMHC, CCCA, CPCS, ACS & Vincentia Paul-Constantin, Ph.D., LPC, LMHC, CCCA, CPIA, NCC & Traci Marrerro, APC

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Phone: 9126784480

Email: janisellington@gmail.com


Drugs + Age = Diversity

January 20, 2026  
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM EST
Virtual
Free
Latisha Bader, PhD, LAC, CMPC

Summary:

Impact of Substance Use Across Different Stages of Life – This talk will explore diversity, response to drug use and the recovery needed at every stage of life.

Webinar Start Time by Time Zone:  11:00am PT  –  12:00pm MT  –  1:00pm CT  –  2:00pm ET

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Phone: 9126784480

Email: janisellington@gmail.com


The ‘Grey Area’ Client

January 21, 2026  
12:00 PM - 02:30 PM EST
Virtual Presentation
Free
Erika Prieze, Psy.D | Bridges of the Mind Psychological Services, Inc.

Summary:

What to do when you’re not sure: Clinical Judgement, Assessment, Referrals, and Understanding Testing Options

For more information contact:

Name: Melissa Flagstad

Email: melissa.flagstad@fairoaksrecoverycenter.com


Ethics of Boundaries: Protecting the Professional Relationship

February 5, 2026  
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Virtual
$25 Early Registration / $35 After January 23, 2026
Tommy Black, Ph.D., LPC, LMHC, CCCA, CPCS, ACS

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Phone: 9126784480

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Dark Minds Unmasked: Antisocial Personalities & Psychopathy

February 5, 2026  
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM EST
Virtual
$25 Early Registration / $35 After January 23, 2026
Catherine Fliszar, LMHC, LPC, LCMHC, LCPC

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Phone: 9126784480

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Grief Therapist Certification Training

February 12, 2026 - February 13, 2026  
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM EST
Virtual
$400
Tommy Black, Ph.D., LPC, LMHC, CCCA, CPCS, ACS & Vincentia Paul-Constantin, Ph.D., LPC, LMHC, CCCA, CPIA, NCC

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Phone: 9126784480

Email: janisellington@gmail.com


Bridging Program and Practice: Clinical Integration of 12-Step Recovery

February 25, 2026  
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Virtual
Free to Attend
Tony Dice, Ph.D, LPC

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Phone: 9126784480

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Reunification Therapist Certification Training

March 12, 2026 - March 13, 2026  
10:00 AM - 02:00 PM EDT
Virtual
$300
Tommy Black, Ph.D., LPC, LMHC, CCCA, CPCS, ACS & Vincentia Paul-Constantin, Ph.D., LPC, LMHC, CCCA, CPIA, NCC

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Phone: 9126784480

Email: janisellington@gmail.com

Summit BHC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7161. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Summit BHC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Summit BHC is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.

Summit BHC is recognized by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) for Social Worker CE Approval, ensuring high-quality continuing education for social workers.

Summit BHC, provider #2057, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 07/31/2025 – 07/31/2028.

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