BRUNCH & LEARN
Saturday, July 29, 2023
8:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Richmont’s Atlanta Campus
1 free CE hour; registration required.
OPTION 1:
The Gift of Presence
Presentation Description
In a world that has been dramatically changed by the division and isolation, this presentation will provide information on the research on the distances that we face as well as an opportunity to reflect on personal way to “be present” in every relationship.
Presenter: DeAnne J. Terrell, Ph.D.
DeAnne is originally from Birmingham, Alabama and is married to Jeff Terrell. They have three adult children and 6 grandchildren. In her early life, DeAnne decided to be a helper and a friend – those still remain her guiding principles. Her formal education includes: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology; Master’s program in Community Counseling; Master’s training in Christian Counseling; Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. DeAnne has been caring for clients for over 35 years in a variety of settings and has engaged in teaching others how to best care for others. Currently, DeAnne is practicing and loves learning with and from those she encounters.
Learning Objectives: As a result of attending, participants will be able to:
Target Audience:
Psychotherapists from all disciplines: Psychologists, Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, Social Workers, graduate students
Instruction Level: Appropriate for all levels
OPTION 2:
How to Avoid an Ethics Complaint
Presentation Description
This workshop will focus on 10 of the most effective ways of avoiding an ethics or licensing board complaint. It will include discussion of aspirational principles and enforceable standards of the ACA (2014) ACA Code of Ethics, the APA (2017) Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct, and the NASW (2017) Code of Ethics. Case examples will illustrate the application of various ACA and APA Standards. Disclaimer: Dr. Doverspike will not be discussing any rules, regulations, adjudications, or other matters related to the state licensing board for psychologists. He is not an attorney and cannot provide any legal advice for specific questions or jurisdictions.
Presenter: William F. Doverspike, Ph.D.
Dr. Doverspike has taught ethics classes, workshops, and webinars at Richmont Graduate University since 2003. He is also an Adjunct Professor in the clinical psychology doctoral program at Emory University. He is an Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor in the Mercer University College of Health Professions. He is author of Risk Management (2015), the first edition of which evolved out of his 12 years of experience as a member of the Ethics Committee of the Georgia Psychological Association (GPA). Dr. Doverspike is a former President of GPA and he is currently a member of the state licensing board for psychologists. He holds board certification Diplomates in Clinical Psychology (ABPP) and Neuropsychology (ABPN). He maintains a private practice at the Atlanta Counseling Center, which is the oldest multidisciplinary Christian counseling center in Atlanta.
Learning Objectives: As a result of attending, participants will be able to:
Target Audience: Psychotherapists from all disciplines: Psychologists, Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, Social Workers, graduate students
Instruction Level: Appropriate for all levels
Refund policy: In order to receive a refund, requests must be submitted prior to July 21, 2023.
For questions, please contact Amy Estes at aestes@richmont.edu.
There is no known commercial support for this program.
Richmont Graduate University has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 4534. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Richmont Graduate University is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Richmont Graduate University is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Richmont Graduate University maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
Option 1 Presentation References:
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Option 2 Presentation References:
Corey, G., Corey, M. S., & Corey, C. (2018). Issues and ethics in the helping professions (10th ed.). Cengage Learning.
Doverspike, W. F. (2012). Ethical risk management (2nd ed.). Professional Resource Press.
Doverspike, W. F. (2015). Risk management: Clinical, ethical, and legal guidelines for successful practice (2nd ed.).
Professional Resource Press.
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Litton, S. C. (2021). Telehealth for the mental health professions: Constructive and evidence-based tips for practicing
safely, efficiently, and legally. Professional Resource Press.