Thursday, February 11, 2010

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REGISTRATION & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
8:00 to 8:30 a.m.

SESSION I
8:30 to 10:00 a.m.

 

The Heart and Soul of Change
Barry L. Duncan, Psy.D.
Director, The Heart and Soul of Change Project
Bypassing technical wizardry, discover the recipe for enhancing what works in therapy, based upon empirical guidelines of how change actually happens! Particular attention will be paid to rallying clients and their resources to the cause of change, as well as to embracing that tried-and-true-but-taken-for-granted old friend, the therapeutic alliance (the client and the alliance are the heart and soul of change!). Videotaped examples will show practical approaches for using client strengths and for providing services that fit clients' relational preferences. (Track 1) NBCC and LFMT approved.

About Infant Mental Health
Jean Valliere, LCSW
Coordinator, Mental Health, Maternal and Child Health
Ass't Prof., School of Public Health, LSUHSC
Infant mental health (IMH) involves the exploration of and intervention in the relationship context between the infant or very young child (0-3) and the primary caregiver. Because children grow and develop within this relationship, clinicians working with babies and very young children are wise to understand the paradigm shift that must occur in order to best serve the infant/caregiver dyad. This session serves as a prerequisite for Working with Caregivers and Babies, unless participant has knowledge of IMH. (Track 2) NBCC and LMFT approved.

Child Abuse Investigation: Advanced Issues
Stacie Schrieffer LeBlanc, J.D., M.Ed.
Department Manager, The Audrey Hepburn CARE Center
Executive Director, New Orleans Children’s Advocacy Center, Children’s Hospital
Child sexual abuse investigations are difficult, period! Presenter will provide information on how to handle tough components of such an investigation. Topics include gathering evidence, getting a confession, and working as a team. (Track 3) NBCC approved.

BREAK
10:00 to 10:15 a.m.

SESSION II
10:15 to 11:45 a.m.

On Becoming a Better Counselor
Barry L. Duncan, Psy.D.
Director, The Heart and Soul of Change Project
Learn the details of practice based evidence and how to begin outcome partnerships in your professional setting. Reliable, valid, and feasible methods are presented for discussing the client's view of both the progress and fit of services, thereby enabling the client's feedback to shape and enhance client benefit. This presentation not only will help you improve your outcomes and become a better counselor, it will help you re-remember why you became a counselor in the first place--to make a meaningful difference in as many lives as possible. (Track 1) NBCC and LMFT approved.
 

Working with Caregivers and Babies
Jean Valliere, LCSW
Coordinator, Mental Health, Maternal and Child Health
Ass't Prof., School of Public Health, LSUHSC
Key skills and concepts exist for helping a parent learn about her baby and for experiencing the baby as an individual, separate from herself. Learn the approaches, skills, and practices particular to attending to the caregiver/infant dyad and how working with this dyad is different than working with an individual or group. Must attend morning session on IMH or have attended previously. (Track 2) NBCC and LMFT approved.

Internet Crime Forensics
Monica Ford
Computer Forensic Examiner, High Technology Crime Unit
Office of the Attorney General
Internet Crimes against Children Task Force investigates, interdicts, and prosecutes technology facilitated child sexual exploitation crimes. Discussion will include cyber bullying, social networking sites such as MySpace and Facebook, and cases worked. Internet safety tips and suggestions will be provided. (Track 3)

LUNCHEON PLENARY
11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.


Keynote Speaker: Barry Duncan, Psy.D.
Director, The Heart and Soul of Change Project
NBCC and LMFT approved.

BREAK
12:45 to 1:00 p.m.

SESSION III
1:00 to 2:30 p.m.

To Twilight...and Beyond!
Sam Armer, LCSW, BCD, CT, BCETS
Clinical Psychotherapist, Owner, Professional Counseling Specialties
Explore the craze and fandom of the Twilight series, including its controversy. Presenter will address the question of harm for teens and Twilight moms. What is it about vampires that make them so attractive? Prepare for a unique and interactive workshop. (Track 1) NBCC approved.

Criminal Forensic Psychiatry
David Self, M.D.
Criminal forensic psychiatry consultant and expert witness
Learn about an important sub-specialty in the field of psychiatry representing the interface between law and psychiatry. Select this session to gain knowledge of the unique ethical considerations of criminal forensic psychiatry, including what determines a person's competency to stand trial. (Track 2) NBCC and LMFT approved.

STD Facts and Fiction
Troy Hidalgo, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner, Dept. of Health and Hospitals/Office of Public Health
Is it possible to become infected with gonorrhea by sharing a bath towel with an infected person? Can individuals contract herpes from toilet seats? Presenter will discuss these and other common questions about sexually transmitted diseases (STD). Learn the most up-to-date signs, symptoms, appearance, and treatment of STDs and the prevalence of each in Louisiana. Bring your questions. (Track 3) NBCC approved.