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Summary Impostor Syndrome affects people across all walks of life, leaving them feeling unworthy of their success and bur dened by self-doubt. Even high-profile figures like Albert Einstein, Michelle Obama, and Tom Hanks have openly shared their struggles with this phenomenon. Ministry lead ers and coaches will identify the psychological and spiritual triggers of Impostor Syndrome and its impact on mental and emotional well-being. Participants will analyze how to integrate faith-based principles with evidence-based mental health strategies to combat self-doubt and foster spiritual confidence. Participants will assess how blending therapeu tic tools with spiritual practices can strengthen resilience, increase self-worth, and help them embrace their God-given purpose. Through these strategies, clients will be empow ered to move beyond fear, live authentically, and step into a life of fulfillment, confidence, and purpose. Learning Objectives 1. Identify the psychological and spiritual triggers of Impos tor Syndrome and their impact on mental and emotional well-being. 2. Analyze faith-based principles and mental health strate gies to develop tools that combat Impostor Syndrome and foster spiritual confidence. 3. Utilize practical exercises to strengthen resilience, increase self-worth, and empower individuals to fulfill their God-giv en purpose. 201. Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing: Analyzing a Case Study of Sexual Abuse in the Church 1.25 credit hours Continuing Education Accreditations applicable to this workshop: ASWB, NBCC, IBCC, Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling Level: Intermediate Molly-Catherine Goodson, Esq. Attorney & Advocate Summary In this session, participants will analyze a case study on child abuse within the Church, examining the complexities and ramifications of such incidents. The case study looks at Katy*, a girl who thrived at church and loved learning about God and sharing the Gospel. Her small group leader, who initially seemed like a mentor, became obsessed with her, leading to sexual abuse. Two years later, Katy disclosed the abuse, resulting in the leader’s conviction. The Church and Katy’s mom recognized missed red flags and faced numer ous questions about handling the situation, supporting Katy and her family, and dealing with the perpetrator’s family. Psychologists, mental health coaches, and ministry leaders will assess the individualized and unique needs of a child who is the victim of child sexual abuse by a church leader, explore the potential recourse available to a victim through

legal means, and discuss the Church’s role in responding to allegations and protecting children from predators. Partici pants will use this case study approach to address questions and the broader implications of child sexual abuse in the Church, especially looking at various questions such as: How do we participate in the criminal justice process? How do we handle a church member who has been charged with sexu ally abusing a child in the Church? How do we handle the perpetrator’s spouse being on staff? How do we support the victim and her family? How do we handle supporting the al leged perpetrator’s family? (*Katy’s name has been changed for anonymity.) Learning Objectives 1. Assess the individualized and unique needs of a child who is the victim of child sexual abuse by a church leader, ensur ing tailored support and care. 2. Identify the potential recourse available to a victim of child sexual abuse through legal means, understanding the legal options and processes involved. 3. Discuss the Church’s role in responding to child sexual abuse allegations and identify ways to equip the Church and parents to protect children from predators, enhancing pre vention and response strategies. 202. Addicted to You: The Role of Boundaries and 12-step Recovery in Treating Codependency 1.25 credit hours Continuing Education Accreditations applicable to this workshop: ASWB, NBCC, NAADAC, IBCC, Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling Continuing Medical Education Accreditations applicable to this workshop: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit, AOA Category 2A credits, Georgia Nurses Association, AAFP Level: Intermediate John Eklund, M.S.W. Recovery Alive Summary Amid the most devastating drug epidemic in history, a com prehensive strategy for treating families and loved ones of those suffering from substance use disorders is often ne glected. Failing to treat the family and social systems of those battling substance abuse risks a perpetuation of the cycle of addiction. Recognizable patterns of dysfunctional emotional, social, and physical behavior in the family and loved ones of those suffering from substance use disorders have long been identified by healthcare professionals as codependency. Codependency shares symptoms of dependent and border line personality disorders, though neither diagnosis encom passes the relational elements common in codependency. In this workshop aimed at licensed mental health profession als, medical personnel, and ministry leaders, the symptoms of codependency will be examined, along with the impact of addiction on family systems and how family members can

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