Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Time: 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT 

Presenter: Ali F. Turfe (he/him), MA, SpSchPsy, LLP

Virtual Platform: Zoom Meeting

Cost: 1.0 CEU / $15 Nonmember / $10 NASW Member

Description: Learn mindfulness meditation practices in this experiential self-care presentation that will review MBSR literature, demonstrate 6 formal mindfulness practices and inquiry, and show two mindfulness practices to reduce stress during communication.

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Date: Friday, September 6, 2024

Time: 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT 

Presenter: Ali F. Turfe (he/him), MA, SpSchPsy, LLP

Virtual Platform: Zoom Meeting

Cost: 1.0 CEU / $15 Nonmember / $10 NASW Member

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Date: Thursday, February 13

Time: 12:00pm to 1:30pm CDT

Presenter: Elizabeth Gould, MSW, LCSW

Virtual Platform: Zoom

Cost: 1.5 CEUs* (fulfills IL Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias Training requirement)

Description: Currently, an estimated 6.5 million Americans age 65 and older are living with dementia. Individuals and families are struggling with how to navigate getting a diagnosis, living with dementia, and obtaining support. Participants will learn about four common dementia diagnoses, the diagnostic process including screening and assessment, effective communication strategies, understanding behavior and dementia care management and care planning, and supported decision making.

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So You Want to Be Your Own Boss? How to Build a Successful Private Practice

Date: Friday, January 31, 2025

Time: 10:00am–5:00pm 

Virtual Platform: Zoom

Speaker: Sarah Buino, LCSW, RDDP, CADC, CDWF, NMT

Cost: 12 CEUs / $199 Nonmember / $159 NASW Member

Description: So you want to be your own boss? Many therapists feel pulled by the allure of private practice but have no idea where to begin. Some hang their shingle and wait for the phone to ring only to sit twiddling their thumbs, asking, “Where are the clients?” With a few expert tips, running your own private practice can be a breeze. This course will provide an overview of what you need to start and maintain a private practice. You’ll learn the business 101s including insurance, business structure, and basic financials. You’ll also have the opportunity to create your brand and begin a marketing plan. Participants will leave the course with sample forms and actionable next steps for building a thriving business. To get the most out of this training, please bring your laptop or tablet and have your practice license number available.
 

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Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025

Time: 10:00am–5:00pm CDT

Virtual Platform: Zoom

Speaker: Sarah Buino, LCSW, RDDP, CADC, CDWF, NMT

Cost: 12 CEUs / $199 Nonmember / $159 NASW Member

Description: So you want to be your own boss? Many therapists feel pulled by the allure of private practice but have no idea where to begin. Some hang their shingle and wait for the phone to ring only to sit twiddling their thumbs, asking, “Where are the clients?” With a few expert tips, running your own private practice can be a breeze. This course will provide an overview of what you need to start and maintain a private practice. You’ll learn the business 101s including insurance, business structure, and basic financials. You’ll also have the opportunity to create your brand and begin a marketing plan. Participants will leave the course with sample forms and actionable next steps for building a thriving business. To get the most out of this training, please bring your laptop or tablet and have your practice license number available.
 

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