Introduction to Counseling Frameworks: Part 3

Course Description:
This comprehensive course offers an in-depth exploration of various counseling modalities and frameworks used by mental health professionals. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of several prominent therapeutic approaches, including Gottman Therapy, Supportive Counseling, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and Gestalt Therapy. The course will review the unique features of each framework, discuss the populations they serve, and explore the corresponding counseling skills required for each modality. The session will also provide insights on where clinicians can access additional training and resources to deepen their expertise.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this CEU course, participants will be able to:

1. Identify and describe the core principles and techniques of five key counseling frameworks: Gottman Therapy, Supportive Counseling, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and Gestalt Therapy.
2. Examine the populations most commonly served by each therapeutic approach
3. Evaluate the key counseling skills
4. Identify resources for further education and training

Target Audience:
This course is ideal for mental health professionals, including social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, and other practitioners who wish to enhance their knowledge. It is appropriate for professionals at any stage of their career, from beginners to seasoned practitioners.

Course Prerequisites:
No prerequisites are required. This course is designed for social workers and other mental health professionals at all experience levels who are looking to expand their knowledge.

About the Presenter:
Vanessa Valles, LCSW-S is a seasoned mental health professional with over 22 years of experience. As the owner of a private and group practice, she has dedicated the past 17 years to educating and mentoring other professionals. Vanessa is the author of The Terrible, Super Sad Day, a children's book that serves as a clinical tool for helping professionals working with children who have experienced loss or trauma. She has held various roles in the mental health field, including administrator, clinical trainer, quality assurance officer, field instructor, and clinical supervisor, and has provided CEUs to hundreds of mental health practitioners. Her broad background combines clinical expertise with educational leadership, making her a trusted resource in both practical and theoretical aspects of counseling.

Host or Publisher A New Start Counseling & Vanessa Valles LCSW-S