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PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS 007. Faith-Based in Clinical Practice: Implicit and Explicit Integration Approved for 3 CEs for Psychologists, Licensed Professional Coun selors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Chemical Dependency Counselors Approved for 3 CMEs for Medical Doctors, Osteopathic Physicians, and Physician Assistants Approved for 3 CEUs for Nurses and Nurse Practitioners Approved for 3 IBCC CEs for Pastors, Pastoral Counselors, Lay Counselors, and Coaches Level: Intermediate

008. Neurotheology and Counseling: How Spirituality Shapes the Brain Approved for 3 CEs for Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Work ers, and Chemical Dependency Counselors Approved for 3 CMEs for Medical Doctors, Osteopathic Physicians, and Physician Assistants Approved for 3 CEUs for Nurses and Nurse Practitioners Approved for 3 IBCC CEs for Pastors, Pastoral Counselors, Lay Counselors, and Coaches Level: Intermediate

Megan Clunan, Ph.D. Moody Bible Institute

Ron Hawkins, Ed.D., D.Min. AACC

Mercy Connors, Ph.D. AACC

Ian Jones, Ph.D., Ph.D. New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary

Summary: The integration of theology and psychology has been a well-documented endeavor to find a model that gives both disciplines a healthy balance and understanding. Many have proposed helpful models for psychologists, licensed mental health professionals, ministry leaders, and coaches. However, integration becomes more complicated when it comes to practice based on the ethical tenant of client self-determination. In this workshop, participants will be able to explore the ethical considerations of faith integra tion in practice, starting with assessment and moving into treatment planning. Furthermore, the concept of the clinician’s professional identity and faith will be examined to better prepare the participants for integrated practice. Participants will engage in discussions about both implicit and explicit integration and how each has benefits for the client’s overall well-being. Lastly, participants will be able to apply what they have learned by engaging in simulated counseling scenarios. 1. Discuss the ethical considerations of faith integration in assessment and treatment planning for clients and patients 2. Compare and contrast implicit and explicit integration of faith within the therapeutic relationship and evidence based techniques 3. Demonstrate the ability to apply both implicit and ex plicit faith integration techniques in simulated counseling scenarios Learning Objectives Participants will:

Summary: Spirituality has become a recognized area of importance in the mental health field, even raising the importance of a multicultural competency requirement. However, the reasons for addressing it and how to engage Christian cli ents with biblical spirituality are sometimes unclear. This workshop will cover the necessity of licensed mental health professionals developing a biblical foundation for the spiri tual dimension in counseling with Christian clients, along with evidence supporting the value and benefits when spirituality is addressed in session. The discussion will focus on building client spirituality from within the context of a biblical perspective while incorporating the insights of Dallas Willard and the neurotheology of Jay Wilder. 1. Identify the importance and necessity of addressing spirituality in sessions with a licensed mental health pro fessional, pastoral counselor, or coach 2. Develop in Christian clients an understanding of the pro cess outlined in Scripture for building personal spirituality 3. Identify the importance and value of utilizing the in sights offered by neurotheologians for assisting self and others with the pursuit of spiritual formation Learning Objectives Participants will:

2024 AACC

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