Medication may not always be the answer for individuals diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The amount of information about treatments that are not pharmaceutical in nature can be overwhelming to clinicians who have not had the additional education or training. Mental health professionals may not understand the variety of non-medication treatments available or which ones may be appropriate based on the needs of the individual in therapy.
In this two-hour continuing education web conference, Dr. Stephanie Moulton Sarkis will help clinicians understand the motivations behind why some individuals diagnosed with ADHD prefer not to take medication. She will describe the best practices for assessing the needs of the whole person rather than addressing the diagnosis or disorder alone.
Dr. Sarkis will discuss medications used to treat ADHD while describing their benefits and side effects. She will demonstrate how a clinician can weigh the practical and financial differences between different types of treatments. Dr. Sarkis’ will unravel some of the myths surrounding medication and lifestyle choices such as diet and exercise so that clinicians are better able to assist individuals in therapy by helping them make informed choices about their treatment.
This introductory, instructional level web conference is designed to help clinicians:
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At the conclusion of this event, participants will receive an email with information about how to request a CE certificate in the GoodTherapy.org Member's Area. To confirm attendance, participants must enter the start and end codes announced at the beginning and end of the live presentation. Participants will also be prompted to complete an online survey evaluating the event. Participants will need to complete this online survey within six days after the event. Once completed, participants will be able to download a copy of their CE certificate instantly.
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Two CE credits will be provided by GoodTherapy.org for attending this web conference in its entirety.
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I found this seminar to be so practical and pertinent to working with a variety of clients. The aspect that I like the most was that it presented a very balanced approach to offering alternative and well researched natural approaches while not discounting the need for traditional treatments as well. - Monica Bowen, LPC
I found much of the information useful and informative and appreciated the concrete examples of interventions and ways of working with clients. - Nancy Beaney, LMFT
Stephanie Moulton Sarkis, PhD, NCC, LMHC has been recognized as having achieved substantial professional accomplishments in the field of mental health. This year she was made an American Mental Health Counselors Association Diplomate and Clinical Mental Health Specialist in Child and Adolescent Counseling. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Florida where she also received an American Psychological Association Outstanding Dissertation Award for her research on executive functions and their impact on pediatric comorbid ADHD.
Dr. Sarkis has been published extensively and has made several media appearances on CNN, ABC News, Fox News, Sirius Satellite Radio, and First Business Television. Currently, Dr. Sarkis is a blogger for The Huffington Post and other online publications. Her most recent books include:
Dr. Sarkis is internationally recognized for her work in treating ADHD and autism spectrum conditions and she currently maintains a private counseling practice Tampa, Florida. For more information about her and her work, please visit www.stephaniesarkis.com.
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