Introduction to Counseling Frameworks: Part 5

Course Description:
This course offers a comprehensive review of five key counseling frameworks and modalities that are widely used in clinical settings. Participants will explore the core principles, therapeutic techniques, and the populations best suited for each approach, including Exposure Therapy, Positive Psychology, Eco-Therapy, Family Therapy, and Grief Therapy. Emphasis will be placed on identifying the specific counseling skills necessary for each modality and understanding how these frameworks can be effectively integrated into clinical practice. Additionally, the course will highlight resources and pathways for further professional development and training in each modality, empowering participants to expand their therapeutic toolkit and improve client outcomes.

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

1. Understand Key Counseling Frameworks:
   Describe the foundational principles and therapeutic techniques of Exposure Therapy, Positive Psychology, Eco-Therapy, Family Therapy, and Grief Therapy.
2. Identify Populations and Clinical Applications:
   Recognize which client populations or clinical conditions are most effectively addressed by each counseling modality, and understand how each framework fits within different therapeutic contexts.
3. Explore Counseling Skills for Each Modality:
   Identify the essential counseling skills and interventions unique to each framework, and how these skills are applied to achieve therapeutic goals.
4. Locate Training Resources:
   Discover where to find additional education and professional development opportunities to further specialize in each of the frameworks covered in the course.
5. Integrate Modalities into Clinical Practice:
   Apply knowledge of the different counseling modalities to enhance clinical decision-making, tailoring interventions to meet diverse client needs in various therapeutic settings.
6. Closing Remarks and Q&A

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.

Event Venue

Online