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AFTERNOON PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS

Les Parrott, Ph.D. SYMBIS

that keep them striving rather than thriving. This workshop will provide insight into these root causes, offering partici pants a framework to understand how burnout develops and manifests in clients’ lives. Participants will also learn to rec ognize signs and symptoms of burnout through emotional and physical self-assessment that can be used with clients. Central to this session is the introduction of six life-giving rhythms modeled in the life of Jesus and rooted in biblical principles for these Christian clients. These rhythms provide practical, sustainable ways to replenish energy, maintain balance, and foster resilience. By incorporating these bibli cally rooted and psychologically sound practices, attendees will be equipped to help clients break free from burnout and live in alignment with their God-given purpose, experiencing greater satisfaction and holistic well-being. Learning Objectives 1. Identify and name the root belief systems that perpetuate the cycle of burnout 2. Evaluate personal levels of burnout by recognizing signs and symptoms communicated by the body and emotions, which can help mental health professionals observe these in their clients 3. Recognize and implement six life-giving practices that promote emotional, mental, and physical restoration 048: EMDR, Nature, and Christian Faith 3 credit hours Continuing Education Accreditations applicable to this workshop: EMDRIA Level: Advanced Kathleen Fitzgerald, M.A. Partners in EMDR Training, PLLC

Ranjy Thomas SYMBIS

Summary Ministry leaders and coaches want the very best for the cou ples in their care and a system that makes it personal, pro found, and easy. Say hello to the SYMBIS Assessment. Help ing couples—whether engaged or married for decades—just got easier and more effective. In this workshop, participants will learn the ins and outs of this revolutionary tool from its creators—award-winning authors of Saving Your Mar riage Before It Starts, Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott. Grounded in research and infused with practical applications, SYM BIS guarantees engagement with couples. At the end of this workshop, participants will have the knowledge needed to be certified to use the SYMBIS Assessment. In addition, par ticipants will be introduced to the new 5 Love Languages Premium Assessment. This new tool is a game-changer for personalizing the insights of The 5 Love Languages with cou ples. Everyone who works with couples at any age or stage will want to use this powerful new tool. Learning Objectives 1. Describe the power of revealing each person’s “Marriage Mindset” 2. Explain the incredible value of showing couples how their unique personalities can be leveraged for lifelong love 3. Identify how to uncover a couple’s combined “well-being” and how it can make or break a marriage 047: Soul Care Rhythms for Clients to Decrease Burnout and Increase Joy 3 credit hours Continuing Education Accreditations applicable to this workshop: ASWB, NBCC, IBCC, NAADAC, Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling Level: Beginner Debra Fileta, M.A. True Love Dates Summary Burnout is an increasingly important issue, especially among Christian clients in caregiving, leadership, and ministry roles. They report feeling physically, emotionally, and spiri tually drained. Licensed mental health professionals and ministry leaders can help these clients caught in the burn out cycle by exposing the deeply ingrained belief systems

Brittany Edie, M.S. Graceful Balance Wellness, Partners in EMDR Therapy

Summary In this three-hour advanced EMDR class, the principles and theories of faith-based, nature-informed therapy are interwo ven with Phases 1 and 2 of EMDR. In Phase 1 of EMDR, the client’s history of traumatizing and adaptive experiences in nature is gathered: happy and scared experiences in the natu ral world. Working with nature is useful in Phase II of EMDR. The natural world offers a limitless supply of soft and inspir ing moments, which easily add to the adaptive memory net works; in particular, a sense of awe and a deepening of faith can be experienced. Using nature in Phase II, resourcing via nature to enhance faith is practiced in large-group and small group formats. Lastly, ideas and designs for accessing nature more in your life and bringing added nature to your clients’ lives are explored and shared. Participants will receive 3 Ad vanced EMDRIA Continuing Education Credits.

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