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 jellington@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.


Anger Management Certification Training

December 4, 2024 - December 6, 2024  
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM EST
Online
$200
Dr. Tommy Black, Ph.D., LPC (GA/USVI), LMHC (FL), CPCS, ACS and Dr. Vincentia Paul-Constantin, Ph.D., LPC (GA/USVI), LMHC, NCC

Summary:

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. ACT NOW TO REGISTER FOR THE NEXT ANGER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM TO BE HELD APRIL 9 – 11, 2025.

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Stress is gone method for stress reduction & Suicide Prevention

December 10, 2024  
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM CST
Virtual location
Free
Brett Cotter, Author-Founder-Suicide Prevention Trainer

Summary:

Join Brett cotter, Author-Founder-Suicide Prevention Trainer, as he guides us through his methods for fast stress, anxiety, and emotional pain relief. Brett will also share his Suicide Prevention Protocol; providing you with new tools to help your clients that struggle with suicidal ideation. You will be able to ask Questions and are encouraged to attend this live event.

For more information contact:

Name: Katie Stenger

Email: katie.stenger@summitbhc.com


Burnout: Addressing Systemic Issues and the Self

December 19, 2024  
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PST
Virtual 
Free
Jessica Gaul, PhD,LMHC

Summary:

This presentation goes beyond the conversation of self-care for counseling professionals. In this presentation, we will look at systemic and individual contributions to burnout. This presentation will help the counseling professional understand that burnout is not an end stage but a person and professional event that can be navigated and lead to growth. We will discuss burnout measures and how to self identify burnout and areas for professional development. This presentation is apt for the counselor and counselors in leadership positions seeking to better support programs and staff.

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Grief Therapist Certification Training

January 9, 2025 - January 10, 2025  
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM CST
Online
Free
Dr. Tommy Black, Ph.D., LPC (GA/USVI), LMHC (FL), CPCS, ACS and Dr. Vincentia Paul-Constantin, Ph.D., LPC (GA/USVI), LMHC, NCC

Summary:

The Grief Therapist Certification Training provides behavioral health professionals with comprehensive training in grief counseling, focusing on the latest theories, assessment techniques, and culturally competent interventions.

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Human Psychology Partnered with the Restorative Power of Nature

January 16, 2025  
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM CST
Virtual location
Free
Lindsay Cray, MS, LMHC

Summary:

This presentation explores a clinically validated Nature-Based Therapy (NBT) model to treat anxiety, depression, PTSD and suicidality. Tailored for veterans, this intervention effectively promotes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and reintegration into civilian life through community-focused, experiential design.

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn the basic foundation for integrating Nature-Based Therapy into clinical practice veterans populations
  • Critically assess evidence that highlight the efficacy of Nature-Based Therapy for treating specific mental health conditions..
  • Learn the basic foundation for integrating Nature-Based Therapy into clinical practice for veterans populations.

For more information contact:

Name: Katie Stenger

Email: katie.stenger@summitbhc.com


Advanced Intersectionality & Inclusivity

January 22, 2025  
10:00 AM - 01:15 PM CST
Online
$25

Summary:

This advanced training is designed to bring clinicians & direct care staff together for applicable clinical practices rooted in explicit trauma-informed care. This training will focus on providers working with LGBTQI clients&/ their families in various settings such as individual therapy & group therapy: Residential, PHP/IOP, Outpatient, various community support groups. Adaptable therapeutic interventions, new and emerging terms, and examination on how to work with family ‘resistance’ to improve therapeutic outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify various forms of trauma LGBTQI individuals may face.
  • Understand the concept of intersectionality & how it applies to trauma experiences within the LGBTQI clients & their families.
  • Discuss how trauma can impact gender identity & sexual orientation development.
  • Identify 3 race-related & minority stress impacts for LGBTQI individuals.
  • Application of verbal & nonverbal clinical techniques for individual & group therapy.
  • Learn 3 somatic regulation skills for a client who is activated with perceived threat.

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Decoding Danger: Assessing Risk of Violence In Adults

January 29, 2025  
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST
Virtual Presentation
Free
Catherine Fliszar, LMHC, LPC, LCMHC, LCPC Peacemakers Forensic and Conflict Solutions

Summary:

This workshop, titled “Decoding Danger: Assessing Risk of Violence,” is designed specifically for professionals holding a master’s degree or higher in helping professions such as psychology, social work, counseling, or related fields. The program serves a critical role in enhancing the understanding and application of assessing the dangers and risks of violence in adults. Proceeds will benefit Folds of Honor – non profit organization that provides scholarships to the spouses and children of America’s fallen or disabled military and first responders. https://foldsofhonor.org/

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the importance of Violence Risk Assessment
  • Define and Categorize Violent Behavior
  • Identify Contributing Factors to Violent Behavior
  • Utilize Risk Assessment Tools Effectively
  • Recognize Key Behavioral Indicators
  • Apply Interview Techniques for Risk Assessment
  • Address Challenges and Ethical Considerations

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Parent Educator Certification Training

January 30, 2025 - January 31, 2025  
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM EST
Virtual Presentation
$300
Dr. Tommy Black and Dr. Vincentia Paul-Constantin

Summary:

This training is a comprehensive course designed for individuals who are passionate about supporting and empowering parents. This program equips participants with the essential knowledge, skills, and tools to provide effective, evidence-based parent education. The training focuses on key areas such as child development, communication strategies, behavior management, and helping parents navigate challenges, ensuring participants are well-prepared to positively impact families.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand comprehensive parent education
  • Gain techniques to enhance parent-child communication
  • Develop strategies to equip parents in managing child behaviors
  • Understand multicultural and diverse family needs
  • Explore ethical and professional standards in all aspects of parent education

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com


Motivational Interviewing

February 5, 2025  
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST
Virtual
Free
Tinna Palmer, LMSW, LMAC

Summary:

In this presentation, we will review what Motivational Interviewing is, why it is important, and give tips on how to utilize these skills in our day-today practice with clients. We will review the change process and how to help clients, even through their resistance phase, to ensure they can guide their change and improve their lives.

Learning Objectives:

  • Define Motivational Interviewing
  • Discuss why Motivational Interviewing is it important
  • Identify ways to utilize Motivational Interviewing

For more information contact:

Name: Katie Stenger

Phone: 716-673-5017

Email: Katie.CivilettoStenger@summitbhc.com


Understanding Coercive Control

February 20, 2025 - February 21, 2025  
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM CST
Virtual location
Free
Dr. Tommy Black, Ph.D., LPC (GA/USVI), LMHC (FL), CPCS, ACS and Dr. Vincentia Paul-Constantin, Ph.D., LPC (GA/USVI), LMHC, NCC and Gina Franscella-Loretelli Co-Founder and Coach

Summary:

The Understanding Coercive Control Certification Training, provides an in-depth exploration of coercive control, its impacts on victims, and its relevance in both mental health and legal settings.

For more information contact:

Name: Janis Ellington

Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com

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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: 07/31/2024 – 07/31/2025.

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