Workshop

Date

Time

Title

Presenter

Objectives

Thursday, 3/30

9:00 am - 11:00 am

Act 31: Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting

In 2013 and 2014 Pennsylvania enacted numerous changes to the Child Protective Services Law. The purpose of this workshop is to review the signs leading to the recognition of child abuse and the reporting requirements for suspected child abuse in Pennsylvania. Those mandated reporters who complete this course will fulfill their mandatory requirements for licensing renewal and applicants for health care licenses in Pennsylvania will fulfill their requirement for education in child abuse reporting and recognition in Pennsylvania. This workshop describes the child welfare services in Pennsylvania, defines important terms related to the child abuse reporting law, and delineates the responsibilities of mandated reporters, ways to recognize child abuse, and other topics.

This workshop fulfills the Act 31 requirement.

Rachael Baturin, MPH, JD; Molly Cowan, PsyD

1. Describe the child welfare system in Pennsylvania;
2. Define child, child abuse, perpetrators, and other relevant terms;
3. Paraphrase the responsibilities of mandated reporters;
4. Recognize the signs of child abuse and situations where child abuse must be reported; and
5. Fulfill their responsibilities as mandated reporters of child abuse.

Thursday, 3/30

9:00 am - 11:30 am

Midlife Eating Disorders: Decreasing Stigma and Promoting Treatment

Despite shifts in the field that acknowledge the diversity of eating disorders, seeking treatment at midlife is less common than at earlier ages. Many who struggle are faced with the stigma of having a “teenage disease.” This workshop will bust these myths with the goal of increasing recognition and support.

Heidi Dalzell, PsyD

1. Discuss the factors associated with midlife eating disorders;
2. Describe patterns of eating disorders in midlife (e.g., initial onset, relapse, chronic); and
3. List specific treatment recommendations.

Thursday, 3/30

12:00- 1:30 pm

Intersectional Dialogue and Practice: The Who, What, When, How, and Why

When we ignore our differences and biases, we can create unintentional misunderstandings. However, recognizing our own intersectional identities – privileged and marginalized alike – can unpack our own values, beliefs, and goals. We can work more fruitfully and with cultural humility with diverse identities and values. There will be opportunities for discussion and reflection. This workshop is an overview of concepts from the 4-part series also offered by Drs. Moundas and Slattery. As this is a separate presentation, attendees do not need to attend the 4-part series to attend this workshop. Those who are registered for the full series are welcome to also register for this workshop as the information presented and the dialogue expected will be an extension of the other workshops.

Sean Moundas, PsyD; Jeanne Slattery, PhD

1. Describe the impact of intersecting social identities;
2. Identify at least three ways intersecting identities contribute to beliefs, values, and goals; and
3. Identify at least three ways that core guiding principles derived from intersecting identities affect our work within psychological practice.

W04

3 Ethics CE Credits

Thursday, 3/30

2:00 - 5:00 pm

Understanding the APA Ethics Code

The purpose of this program is to help learners develop an advanced knowledge of the APA Ethics Code. This workshop evaluates the APA Ethics Code and its application in difficult or nuanced situations. The workshop assumes familiarity with the APA Ethics Code. This workshop will fulfill the Ethics requirement.

Molly Cowan, PsyD

1. Identify the purpose of the ethics code;
2. Identify the three sections of the ethics code;
3. Discuss the overarching principles of the ethics code; and
4. Apply standards in real life situations.

Functional Neurologic Symptom Disorders

Psychotherapy for Serious Mental Illness in Solitary Confinement

This presentation explores the role of subjective recovery in the psychotherapeutic treatment of people incarcerated in highly restrictive correctional settings. Several proposed tasks of psychotherapy that address the promotion of metacognition and meaning are discussed.

Health At Every Size? Addressing overweight, obesity, eating and weight in multidisciplinary treatment teams

In recent years, popular culture has begun to shift from blaming people with overweight and obesity for their medical conditions to promoting "health at every size".  This program will address the science and practice of working with patients with overweight and obesity from an inclusive, culturally humble standpoint.

The Interactive Screening Program: Engaging Students at Risk of Suicide on a College Campus

The Interactive Screening Program (ISP) is an online screening tool that is used to connect college students who are at risk for suicidal behavior with campus counseling resources. We will discuss how ISP is used on our campus and potential use on other campuses. This program will fulfill Act 74 requirements.

Helping Grieving Clients Find Meaning in their Loss

This webinar provides a thorough and multicultural examination of grief and loss as it applies to life transitions. In particular, we will explore ways to facilitate the healing process through interventions that support meaning making.