This experiential workshop will guide participants in the most ethically and clinically sound methods for incorporating Complementary & Alternative (CAM) healing modalities into the psychotherapy process. Participants will learn the difference between complementary and alternative practices utilized among diverse cultural groups. This will include best practices for in-session integration of CAM healing modalities as well as working in conjunction with traditional and/or indigenous healers. Ethical and cultural considerations are reviewed with particular emphasis on best-practice guidelines for mental health professionals. Attendees gain skills for meditation, shamanic practices, and energy work into the psychotherapeutic process. During this session, we will be joined by three practitioners that use traditional African healing modalities in addition to Reiki (from Japan) when working with clients.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Discuss best practices for the utilization of alternative (indigenous) healing practices while considering relevant ethical and legal guidelines.
2. Explain effective approaches to traditional and contemporary healing modalities that are supportive of psychological wellbeing.
3. Demonstrate practical skills for integrating alternative (indigenous) healing modalities into the psychotherapeutic process.
4. Explain the current research regarding complementary and alternative healing modalities.
5. Describe the difference between complementary and alternative healing practices.

AGENDA

09:00 - 10:15 Ancestral Introductions, Foundational & Ethical Concepts
10:15 - 11:00 Meditation
11:00 - 11:10 Break
11:10 - 12:10 Peer learning with Reiki Master & Yoruba Priestess - Osundele Olaifa Onifade
12:10 - 12:30 Ethical Considerations when collaborating with healers
12:30 - 01:00 Lunch Break
01:00 - 02:00 Peer learning with psychologist & Breathwork facilitator - Dr. Ma’at E. L. Lewis
02:00 - 03:00 Peer learning with Medium & Spirit work facilitator - Zawadi
03:00 - 03:25 Ethical, clinical, and cultural considerations when working with traditional healing methods
03:25 - 03:30 Instructions for receiving CE’s

CONTINUING EDUCATION

CE Credits | 6 Core | Psychologists
CLOCK HOURS | 6 Core | Social Work
CE Hours | 6 Core | School Psychologists & Counselors
LMFT’s related hours

APA APPROVED SPONSOR

A Healing Paradigm, LLC (AHP) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. AHP maintains responsibility for this program and its contents.

NBCC APPROVED CONTINUING EDUCATION PROVIDER

A Healing Paradigm, LLC (AHP) has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6884. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. A Healing Paradigm is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

NASP APPROVED PROVIDER

A Healing Paradigm, LLC (AHP) is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists to offer professional development for school psychologists. AHP maintains responsibility for the program.

ASWB APPROVED PROVIDER

A Healing Paradigm, #1634, is approved as a provider for social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) www.aswb.org , through the Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. A Healing Paradigm maintains responsibility for the program. ASWB Approval Period: 08/30/2019 – 08/30/2020. Social workers should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval for continuing education credits. Social workers participating in this course will receive up to 6 continuing education clock hours.

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