12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
May 7 - Understanding Parental Alienation
-
What is Parental Alienation? o Signs of parental alienation in children o The psychological effects on children o How alienating behaviors manifest in parents.
-
Differentiating Parental Alienation from Other Issues o Distinguishing alienation from estrangement or legitimate fear o Understanding the legal implications of alienation claims.
-
Managing Parental Alienation in Therapy o Intervention strategies for counselors o Working with both parents in the presence of alienation o Addressing the child's relationship with each parent.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
June 4 - Reunification Part 1
-
Reunification Therapy: Techniques and Best Practices
-
Reunification Therapy: Definition and Purpose o When reunification therapy is appropriate o Goals and ethical considerations o Understanding the process of reunification
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
July 2 - Reunification Part 2
-
Working with Parents and Children in Reunification o Techniques for restoring parent-child relationships. o Navigating resistance from children or parents o Rebuilding trust and addressing trauma
-
Case Examples and Role Play o Real-life examples of reunification therapy o Role-playing difficult reunification scenarios with clients
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
August 6 - The Role of Mental Health Counselors in Court Proceedings
-
Understanding the Court Process in Family Law o How mental health professionals interact with the court. o The role of the therapist as an expert witness or in court reports o Preparing for depositions, court testimony, and reports.
-
Maintaining Objectivity and Professionalism in Court o Avoiding bias and preserving neutrality o The importance of maintaining confidentiality and boundaries.
-
Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in High-Conflict Cases o Balancing confidentiality and the child's best interests o Handling cases where there is conflicting information.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
September 3 - Assessment and Documentation in High-Conflict Cases
-
Assessment Tools for High-Conflict Families o Psychological assessments for children and parents o Identifying signs of manipulation, distress, or trauma o Using tools to assess the parent-child relationship.
-
Best Practices for Documentation o Documenting therapeutic progress and challenges o Writing clear, accurate, and unbiased reports Maintaining comprehensive records for court purposes
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
October 1 - Collaboration with Other Professionals
-
Working with Attorneys, Judges, and Guardians ad Litem o How mental health counselors can work effectively with legal professionals.
-
The role of therapists in custody evaluations and parenting plans o When to refer cases to other professionals (e.g., custody evaluators, mediators).
-
Team Approaches to High-Conflict Cases o Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams for case management o Joint efforts for reunification and child well-being.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
November 5 - Problem-solving techniques for difficult family dynamics
-
Problem-solving techniques for difficult family dynamics o Importance of boundaries o Importance of not taking sides.
-
Techniques to calm a heightened parent. Case Studies and Practical Applications.
-
Detailed Case Studies for Group Discussion o Case scenarios for group discussion and analysis o Role-playing various high conflict parents within the counseling office.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
December 3 - Addressing Emotional Impact and Self-Care for Counselors
-
Managing the Emotional Toll of High-Conflict Cases o Preventing burnout in counselors working with high-conflict cases o Setting healthy boundaries and recognizing vicarious trauma.
-
Self-Care Strategies for Therapists o Techniques for managing stress and emotional exhaustion o Seeking supervision and peer support.
-
Burnout Prevention and Professional Growth o Continuing education and maintaining professional competence
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
April 2 -Introduction to High-Conflict Cases in Family Court
-
Overview of High-Conflict Divorce and Custody Battles o Definition of high-conflict cases o Impact of high-conflict cases on children and families o Understanding the dynamics of high-conflict families
-
Roles of Mental Health Counselors in Family Court o Ethical considerations in court-involved therapy o Understanding court orders and how to comply with them o Working as a neutral party versus advocacy for the child
________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
May 7 -Understanding Parental Alienation
-
What is Parental Alienation? o Signs of parental alienation in children o The psychological effects on children o How alienating behaviors manifest in parents.
-
Differentiating Parental Alienation from Other Issues o Distinguishing alienation from estrangement or legitimate fear o Understanding the legal implications of alienation claims.
-
Managing Parental Alienation in Therapy o Intervention strategies for counselors o Working with both parents in the presence of alienation o Addressing the child's relationship with each parent.
________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
June 4 - Reunification Part 1
-
Reunification Therapy: Techniques and Best Practices
-
Reunification Therapy: Definition and Purpose o When reunification therapy is appropriate o Goals and ethical considerations o Understanding the process of reunification
________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
July 2 - Reunification Part 2
-
Working with Parents and Children in Reunification o Techniques for restoring parent-child relationships. o Navigating resistance from children or parents o Rebuilding trust and addressing trauma
-
Case Examples and Role Play o Real-life examples of reunification therapy o Role-playing difficult reunification scenarios with clients
________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
August 6th - The Role of Mental Health Counselors in Court Proceedings
-
Understanding the Court Process in Family Law o How mental health professionals interact with the court. o The role of the therapist as an expert witness or in court reports o Preparing for depositions, court testimony, and reports.
-
Maintaining Objectivity and Professionalism in Court o Avoiding bias and preserving neutrality o The importance of maintaining confidentiality and boundaries.
-
Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in High-Conflict Cases o Balancing confidentiality and the child's best interests o Handling cases where there is conflicting information.
________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Sept 3 - Assessment and Documentation in High-Conflict Cases
-
Assessment Tools for High-Conflict Families o Psychological assessments for children and parents o Identifying signs of manipulation, distress, or trauma o Using tools to assess the parent-child relationship.
-
Best Practices for Documentation o Documenting therapeutic progress and challenges o Writing clear, accurate, and unbiased reports Maintaining comprehensive records for court purposes
________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
October 1 - Collaboration with Other Professionals
-
Working with Attorneys, Judges, and Guardians ad Litem o How mental health counselors can work effectively with legal professionals.
-
The role of therapists in custody evaluations and parenting plans o When to refer cases to other professionals (e.g., custody evaluators, mediators).
-
Team Approaches to High-Conflict Cases o Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams for case management o Joint efforts for reunification and child well-being.
________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Nov 5 - Problem-solving techniques for difficult family dynamics
-
Problem-solving techniques for difficult family dynamics o Importance of boundaries o Importance of not taking sides.
-
Techniques to calm a heightened parent. Case Studies and Practical Applications.
-
Detailed Case Studies for Group Discussion o Case scenarios for group discussion and analysis o Role-playing various high conflict parents within the counseling office.
________________________________________
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Dec 3 - Addressing Emotional Impact and Self-Care for Counselors
-
Managing the Emotional Toll of High-Conflict Cases o Preventing burnout in counselors working with high-conflict cases o Setting healthy boundaries and recognizing vicarious trauma.
-
Self-Care Strategies for Therapists o Techniques for managing stress and emotional exhaustion o Seeking supervision and peer support.
-
Burnout Prevention and Professional Growth o Continuing education and maintaining professional competence