DATES
March 13, 2025
Time
9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. CST
CE
NBCC Hours: 3
ACEP NO. 7105
Cost
$105.00 (NON REFUNDABLE)
Description
This Continuing Education Unit (CEU) workshop is designed for mental health professionals interested in expanding their therapeutic toolkit by incorporating experiential, adventure-based activities into traditional clinical settings with youth and young adults. Participants will explore the historical development of Adventure-Based Counseling (ABC), gain insight into adapting outdoor activities for indoor or clinical environments, and learn how to facilitate these interventions to enhance client engagement and outcomes. Through hands-on demonstrations and case studies, attendees will leave equipped with practical strategies for integrating ABC into their existing practices, fostering resilience, teamwork, and emotional growth in diverse populations.
Virtual Training Information
- You may Attend Live or Virtual.
- If you register for the Virtual Classroom training, make sure you have a good WIFI connection.
- Your computer will need a camera for you to be visible throughout the entire training to receive the certificate.
- We will be using Zoom for the training, and I will send you a link by Tuesday evening the week before the training.
- Please note that during the training there will be one 15-minute break.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the Historical Development: Participants will trace the evolution of Adventure-Based Counseling (ABC), recognizing key figures and milestones that have shaped its integration into mental health practices.
- Identify Therapeutic Benefits: Attendees will explore the psychological and emotional benefits of incorporating experiential adventure-based activities into traditional counseling.
- Facilitate Indoor and Outdoor Activities: Participants will learn to adapt and facilitate ABC activities in both outdoor and traditional clinical settings, ensuring accessibility and effectiveness for diverse client populations.
- Apply ABC Techniques in Practice: Attendees will develop practical skills for integrating ABC into their current therapeutic frameworks, enhancing client engagement and treatment outcomes.
Schedule
9:00 am -10:30 am
10:30 am -10:45 am, Break
10:45 am -12:15 pm
Chris Covington
LPC-S
Chris Covington is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) with extensive experience in mental health counseling and a passion for integrating experiential and adventure-based activities into traditional therapeutic practices. With a holistic approach to well-being, Chris specializes in Equine Connected Counseling and Adventure Based Counseling, emphasizing active participation in the healing process. As a dedicated mental health professional, Chris focuses on fostering resilience, emotional growth, and positive change in clients through innovative, experiential methods.
Approved Continuing Education Provider
CCFAM Training has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7105. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CCFAM Training is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
This training is non-refundable, unless cancelled by training provider. Event will be cancelled if fewer than 6 participants.
