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recognize the differences between a difficult, disappoint ing, destructive marriage and domestic abuse and be able to assess individuals for experiencing toxic behaviors that may be contributing to a destructive marriage. Participants will also learn techniques connected to repentance and recon ciliation to bring the marriage back to a healthy state. 1. Recognize the key differences between a difficult mar riage, a disappointing marriage, a destructive marriage, and domestic abuse 2. Utilize key questions to ask to uncover the patterns of toxic behaviors within a marriage 3. Define and apply techniques to bring about true repen tance and possible reconciliation within the marriage 106. Assessment and Treatment of Grief, Trauma, and Suicide: Research-based Keys for Recovery Approved for 1.5 CEs for Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Work ers, and Chemical Dependency Counselors Approved for 1.5 CMEs for Medical Doctors, Osteopathic Physi cians, and Physician Assistants Learning Objectives Participants will:

Approved for 1.5 IBCC CEs for Pastors, Pastoral Counselors, Teachers, and Coaches Level: Intermediate

Leslie Vernick, M.S.W. Christ-Centered Counseling and Coaching

Summary: There is no perfect spouse or perfect marriage. All marriag es contain some difficulty, trouble, and suffering. However, some marriages are not just difficult; they are toxic and de structive, causing damage not only to the relationship itself but to the people in that home. Faith-based psychologists, licensed mental health professionals, medical professionals, ministry leaders, and coaches have been slow to recognize and validate this reality, nor have they responded wisely to the real damage caused. In the biblical understanding of headship, this principle does not mean ownership, submis sion does not mean compliance, forgiveness does not give permission, grace does not erase consequences, and biblical love does not enable destructive behavior to continue to cause harm. In this workshop, participants will be able to

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