Friday, October 17th, 2025

Online on ZOOM

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM EST

Description: This workshop explores the unique challenges and strengths of individuals living with ADHD, framed through a clinical perspective. Participants will gain insight into how ADHD impacts attention, behavior, emotions, and relationships, while also discovering the creativity, energy, and resilience often hidden beneath the label. Together, we will reframe the ADHD journey as one of purpose, empowerment, and growth, helping parents, teachers, and caregivers better understand and support the children and adults entrusted to them.

Learning Objectives

Objective 1: By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to identify at least three common strengths and three common challenges associated with ADHD, as measured by a group discussion and reflection activity.

Objective 2: Participants will demonstrate understanding of ADHD management strategies by developing one practical plan for supporting a child, student, or adult with ADHD in either the home or school.

Objective 3: By the end of the workshop, therapists will be able to describe two evidence-based therapeutic approaches for addressing emotional regulation and impulsivity in clients with ADHD

Presenter

 

Dr. Christie Rogers-Larke, EdD, LPCS

Outside of the Box Therapy

Dr. Rogers-Larke is the owner of Outside of the Box Therapy and founder of the non-profit Auxilium, where she is dedicated to supporting children, families, and communities in navigating the challenges of mental health and learning differences. As an ADHD coach with Clearer Trails Life Coaching, she provides individualized guidance to help clients harness their strengths and thrive in daily life. Drawing from over thirty years of experience in counseling, education, and mental health support, she integrates both evidence-based practices into her work.  She is also the author of the children’s book,  The ADHD Porcupine and the Bunny. Through her writing, coaching, and therapy practice, she continues to champion the message that every individual is created with purpose and value.

CeBroker Tracking No. 20-1332873 This event is offered by SMHCA - Approved Continuing Education Provider - CE Broker Provider #: 50-13528.  This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW and Registered Interns.

Once payment is completed you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom Meeting ID.  TRAINING FEES (members need to be logged in to be able to register at the member rate) Completed Registrations including Payment Guarantees Participation: $10 Member $25 Nonmember $0 Student (with membership) $5 Student Nonmember (no CEUs)

Friday, November 21st

Online on ZOOM

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM EST

Description: Part one of this presentation will offer a comprehensive exploration of Florida's mental health landscape through the lens of the Baker Act. The history and evolution of the Baker Act, highlighting key legislative milestones and amendments since its inception in 1972 will be discussed. Ethical considerations form a crucial component, addressing the principles guiding mental health professionals, including confidentiality, autonomy, and the delicate balance between individual civil rights and public safety. We delve into practical aspects, covering the initiation of Baker Acts both in-person and via telehealth, emphasizing the significance of thorough assessments, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ethics. Practical insights provide a step-by-step walkthrough of the Baker Act process, highlighting the roles of various stakeholders such as law enforcement, mental health professionals, and emergency receiving facilities. The presentation also tackles common misconceptions, seeking to offer clarity on the legal and procedural dimensions of the Baker Act. The incorporation of case studies and real-life examples will be given to foster a deeper understanding of this critical intervention tool. 

Learning Objectives

Objective 1: Describe the historical development and current legal framework of Florida’s Baker Act and Marchman Act, including key legislative milestones and statutory criteria for involuntary commitment.

Objective 2: Explain the ethical considerations involved in initiating involuntary mental health and substance use treatment, with attention to civil rights, confidentiality, autonomy, and public safety.

Objective 3: Differentiate the processes, procedures, and clinical decision-making pathways associated with Baker Act versus Marchman Act interventions, including initiation methods, court involvement, and treatment planning.

Objective 4: Evaluate complex case scenarios involving behavioral health crises by identifying appropriate legal interventions, assessing dangerousness, and recommending coordinated treatment responses using ASAM criteria and expert consultation when applicable.

Presenter

 

John Puls, LCSW, MCAP

Full Life Comprehensive Care

John Puls, LCSW, MCAP is a licensed clinical social worker and master’s certified addiction professional with over a decade of experience in mental health and substance use treatment. He earned both his BSW and MSW from Florida Atlantic University, where he now serves as an adjunct professor in the School of Social Work. John is also a qualified expert witness, conducting forensic evaluations in cases involving behavioral health issues. He is the cofounder of a private crisis intervention, case management, and psychotherapy practice located in Boca Raton, FL. His work focuses on bridging the gap between clinical care and community-based services, with a passion for advancing ethical, effective treatment solutions across systems.

CeBroker Tracking No. 20-1329726 This event is offered by SMHCA - Approved Continuing Education Provider - CE Broker Provider #: 50-13528.  This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW and Registered Interns.

Once payment is completed you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom Meeting ID.  TRAINING FEES (members need to be logged in to be able to register at the member rate) Completed Registrations including Payment Guarantees Participation: $10 Member $25 Nonmember $0 Student (with membership) $5 Student Nonmember (no CEUs)

Friday, February 20th, 2026

Online on ZOOM

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM EST

Description: This presentation gives practical psycho-education about the brain and the importance of using good brain habits in everyday living. Introduction of SPECT SCANS (Single Proton Emission Computed Tomography) as nuclear medicine scans used to look at the brain. The second part of this presentation will cover basic neuroscience principles and concepts learned from Dr. Amen and his clinics.

Learning Objectives

Objective 1: Learn what is SPECT and how it is distinct from other nuclear medicine studies.

Objective 2: Define at least 3 simple strategies that include brain health.

Objective 3: List all components of the mnemonic "BRIGHT MINDS".

Presenter

 

Angela Canque-Kaplan, LMHC

Kaplan Therapy & Consulting

Angela is a licensed mental health professional and Founder of Kaplan Therapy, where she provides brain health coaching services for adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She is an Elite Amen University Clinician Mentor and an EMDRIA Consultant-in-Training, offering both individual and group consultation for clinicians pursuing EMDR certification. With over a decade of experience across holistic and clinical settings, Angela integrates neuroscience, psychotherapy, and the Amen Clinics Method to help clients optimize brain function and overall well-being. Her work emphasizes a holistic approach to healing—blending biological, social, and spiritual perspectives to foster resilience, growth, and lasting change

CeBroker Tracking No. 20-1327930 This event is offered by SMHCA - Approved Continuing Education Provider - CE Broker Provider #: 50-13528.  This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW and Registered Interns.

Once payment is completed you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom Meeting ID.  TRAINING FEES (members need to be logged in to be able to register at the member rate) Completed Registrations including Payment Guarantees Participation: $10 Member $25 Nonmember $0 Student (with membership) $5 Student Nonmember (no CEUs)