Empowering Pathways
Get CEU credits you’ll actually remember Self-paced, on-demand courses for mental health pros. ASWB/ACE approved.
Understanding Ethical Non-Monogamy: A Guide for Mental Health Professionals & Curious Learners
Ethical Non-Monogamy CEU for Mental Health Providers | Self-Paced Course 2 Units
Learn how to support ENM clients with confidence. This self-paced CEU course for therapists covers polyamory, bias, boundaries, and inclusive therapy tools.
- How to provide affirming, bias-free therapy for clients in polyamorous, open, and other Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM) relationships
- Practical tools to navigate jealousy, consent, boundaries, and emotional complexity in non-monogamous dynamics
- Clinical strategies to build culturally competent, inclusive care for ENM clients even if this is new territory for you
Beginner-friendly for therapists, social workers, counselors, mental health professionals and curious learners
CE credits ($30), ASWB ACE approved. Online Self-Paced
Sacred Chains: Reclaiming Identity After Religious Trauma
Religious Trauma CEU for Mental Health Provides | Self-Paced Course 1 Units
This self-paced CEU training provides therapists, counselors, and social workers with resources to address religious trauma and introduces the RECAPS framework. The program aims to support professionals in working with clients who have experienced high-control religious environments.
- Identify key clinical signs of Religious Trauma in clients
- Assess how belief systems and High-Control Religious Environments impact self-perception and behavior
- Summarize the phases of the Religious Trauma Treatment Model
Beginner-friendly for therapists, social workers, counselors, and anyone supporting clients deconstructing faith or recovering from spiritual harm.
1 CE Credit (ASWB ACE Approved) • Online • Self-Paced • Just $15
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Supporting Diverse Voices: Ethical Practices with Sex Workers
- Mental health professionals working with sex workers
- Advocates and individuals seeking a better understanding of ethical, client-centered care
Self-paced, asynchronous online learning.
Certified by ACE and ASWB.
- Explore ethical, stigma-free approaches to supporting sex workers.
- Understand legal and social challenges impacting client well-being.
- Learn best practices for affirming, trauma-informed care.
Approach sex work with an ethical, stigma-free, and trauma-informed perspective.
Trauma-Informed Care for LGBTQ+ Communities
Deepen your understanding of trauma’s impact on LGBTQ+ clients and develop skills to create affirming, healing spaces.
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Sex-Positive Therapy Foundations
Learn to navigate topics of sexuality, kink, and BDSM in therapy with professionalism and care.
Next Session: Coming Soon
Empowering Pathways, provider #2119, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 08/15/2024 – 08/15/2027
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Why Enroll in Ann’s Courses?
Expert-Led Content
Learn directly from Ann, a licensed clinical social worker with 20+ years of experience.
Flexible Learning
Choose between live interactive sessions or self-paced modules to fit your schedule.
Inclusive Approach
Gain tools to better support marginalized communities and navigate complex client dynamics.
Actionable Skills
Apply evidence-based practices and strategies in your work immediately.
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Testimonials
“Ann embodies trust, compassion, and understanding, and has guided me with wisdom and sensitivity not only towards clients but also towards my own growth. Her openness to feedback and collaboration fosters a nurturing environment for learning and development.”
Tammy N.
Grassroots Organizer
Ann is all the things you want in a good therapist—empathetic, supportive, empowering, an excellent communicator, authentic, personable, and non-judgmental. She’s also whip-smart and has a delightful personality. “
Thom D.
Founder and CEO
“My partner and I found Ann’s practice online. After our initial intake, she decided she wanted to take us on as clients instead of referring us elsewhere. We valued her dedication to helping us. We’ve been in therapy for a few months and our communication has grown tremendously. We’re looking forward to continuing our couples’ journey with Ann’s support.
AP and Benton R.
Director and Analyst
“Ann helped me when I was navigating tough transitions in my career and my personal life in my early 30s. With her knowledge of the various systems in our culture and society and her support, she helped me gain the confidence I needed to create a life true to me. Ann is clear in her communications, and generous with her knowledge.”
James K.
Social Worker
“Ann is an outstanding therapist, bar none. I have a chronic condition and have been seeing Ann since 2015. When she established her private practice, I opted to pay out of pocket to keep her as my therapist. Now that’s a testimonial! “
Emily O.
CEO
“Ann is wonderful! Our sessions provided stability for me during some of the most turbulent times of my life. Ann always showed up with compassion and created a space free of judgment where I felt safe and supported to work through challenging issues. Ann’s communication was clear and direct while always being kind. Thank you for everything, Ann!”
Liza P.
Researcher