Empowering Pathways

These courses are designed for mental health professionals to earn CEU credits but are also open to anyone interested. They are self-paced, asynchronous online learning, and ASWB/ACE approved.

Understanding Ethical Non-Monogamy: A Guide for Mental Health Professionals & Curious Learners

Course Info Layout:
Format:

Self-paced, asynchronous online learning (learn at your own pace).

CEU Info:

The course is certified by ACE and ASWB for 2 CEUs.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Mental health professionals (therapists, counselors, social workers, etc.)
  • Anyone interested in learning about non-monogamy and diverse relationships.

What You’ll Learn:

Gain a deeper understanding of ethical non-monogamy and how to navigate its complexities.

Description:

  • Explore the complexities and diverse structures of ethical non-monogamy.
  • Gain tools to support clients in alternative relationships with confidence.
  • Address common challenges and misconceptions through an inclusive, affirming lens.

Exploring Faith and Identity: Queer-Affirming Client Support

Who It’s For:

  • Mental health professionals working with LGBTQ+ clients
  • Individuals navigating religious trauma and identity conflicts

Format:

Self-paced, asynchronous online learning.

CEU Info:

Certified by ACE and ASWB.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Understand the intersection of faith, identity, and queerness.
  • Learn affirming approaches to help clients heal from religious trauma.
  • Develop tools to support clients as they reconcile their identity and beliefs.

One key learning point (What You’ll Learn):

  • Understand the intersection of faith, identity, and queerness.
  • Learn affirming approaches to help clients heal from religious trauma.
  • Develop tools to support clients as they reconcile their identity and beliefs.

What You’ll Learn:

Explore the intersection of faith, identity, and queerness with an affirming, healing approach.

Supporting Diverse Voices: Ethical Practices with Sex Workers

Who It’s For:

  • Mental health professionals working with sex workers
  • Advocates and individuals seeking a better understanding of ethical, client-centered care

Format:

Self-paced, asynchronous online learning.

CEU Info:

Certified by ACE and ASWB.

One key learning point (What You’ll Learn):

  • 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.

What You’ll Learn:

Approach sex work with an ethical, stigma-free, and trauma-informed perspective.

Trauma-Informed Care for LGBTQ+ Communities

Who It’s For:
Mental health providers at all levels
Format:
Virtual

Deepen your understanding of trauma’s impact on LGBTQ+ clients and develop skills to create affirming, healing spaces.

Next Session: Coming Soon

Sex-Positive Therapy Foundations

Who It’s For: Therapists and paraprofessionals working with diverse populations
Format:
Virtual

Learn to navigate topics of sexuality, kink, and BDSM in therapy with professionalism and care.

Next Session: Coming Soon

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Why Enroll in Ann’s Courses?

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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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