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611. The Rise of Diverse Spiritual Practices: How to Assess for the Impact of New Age, Occultism, and Paganism on Christian Clients 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: Advanced Natalie Atwell, Ed.D. Mental Warrior Consulting Summary Recent research indicates a growing interest in spiritual ity among the general population, which, while beneficial in many respects, can also present unique challenges in mental healthcare. Diverse spiritual practices, such as those associ ated with New Age, paganism, and occultism, have the poten tial to contribute to maladaptive patterns, re-traumatization, and the exacerbation of mental health issues like addiction and dissociation. Unfortunately, some therapeutic practices inadvertently promote these potentially harmful influences, leaving clients more confused and vulnerable. In response to this trend, an “Other Influences Assessment” has been devel

learn strategies to help children and early adolescents reset their nervous systems. Participants will recognize how reaching children is crucial for fostering secure relationships and pro moting spiritual growth for willing Christian clients. This work shop will explain that when children are within the optimal window of tolerance and free from over- or under-stimulation, safety and security are established, enhancing overall wellness. Participants will compare how wellness enables kids to engage more effectively at home, church, school, and community. Par ticipants will develop skills needed to intervene during nervous system distress and enhance secure attachments, promoting healthy interpersonal relationships and spiritual growth. Learning Objectives 1. Increase knowledge about emotional dysregulation and its impact on young people while identifying effective interven tions to maintain balanced regulatory states based on trau ma-informed principles. 2. Develop skills to assess and intervene when children and adolescents exhibit signs of nervous system distress, includ ing over or under-stimulation, using strategies to help reset their emotional regulation. 3. Enhance understanding of the importance of fostering se cure attachments and promoting spiritual growth for willing Christian clients by creating a safe and supportive environ ment that helps children.

CATHOLIC GRADUATE SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY & COUNSELING UNIVERSITY divine mercy

DEGREES ROOTED IN FAITH, BASED IN SCIENCE Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology (APA Accredited*, Onsite) Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision (Online/Hybrid) MS in Counseling (CACREP Accredited, Online/Hybrid) MS in Psychology (100% Online, No GRE Required) Spiritual Direction Certificate (Journey of Faith, Online/Hybrid)

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Steven Showalter sshowalter@divinemercy.edu | 571-290-7580

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