Continuing Education

NOTE: This program is part of a two-session mini-series on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Each session is a stand-alone offering — participants may register individually or attend both for a total of 6.0 Continuing Education Credits (CEs). The presenter has requested that all participants keep their camera and audio on (and working) throughout the session to support a highly interactive learning experience.

This continuing education course explores cutting-edge applications of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) using transdiagnostic and process-based approaches that reflect the latest developments in evidence-based practice. Participants will examine how CBT demonstrates large effect sizes for major depression, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, with very large effect sizes for PTSD and specific phobia. 

Important Information Before You Register: 

• This session is limited to 20 participants. 
• All attendees must register, whether joining in person or online, and whether seeking CE credit or not. 
• This is a highly interactive group discussion, not a lecture or formal presentation. Active participation is required to receive a CE certificate. Please ensure your microphone and camera are working.

When a client says, “I’m depressed most of the time,” the next ten seconds can shape the entire session. How do you choose what to say next? Join us for a discussion focused on identifying "clinical opportunities" within everyday utterances. We’ll have fun and play with ideas.

NOTE: This program is part of a two-session mini-series on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Each session is a stand-alone offering — participants may register individually or attend both for a total of 6.0 Continuing Education Credits (CEs). The presenter has requested that all participants keep their camera and audio on (and working) throughout the session to support a highly interactive learning experience.

This continuing education course provides comprehensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), examining current innovations and evidence-based applications for emotion dysregulation across diverse populations and settings. Participants will explore DBT's evolution from treatment for borderline personality disorder and suicidality to broader applications including PTSD, depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and substance use disorders.

Note: There will be no individual CE programs offered in May, as NASW-NY will be hosting the 1st Annual Continuing Education (CE) Conference.

The NASW-NY CE Conference is a statewide gathering of social workers, educators, advocates, and students to learn, share, and collaborate in pursuit of a just future for our profession and the communities we serve. This year’s theme, One New York, One Voice: Reimagining Social Work for a Just Future, emphasizes solidarity, systems change, and the power of community voice.

NOTE: FREE CE for NASW-NY Members. In honor of Pride Month.

This presentation addresses the Legal Determinants of Health framework to show the impact of law and policy effects upon LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing.

Social isolation and loneliness have been recognized as challenges in recent decades. However, the COVID-19 pandemic augmented these challenges and provided a stark wakeup call for professionals, families, and individuals at risk for isolation and marginalization in mainstream society. There is a need to provide innovative opportunities to promote a sense of belonging and community across all age cohorts, from children to older adults. Using an empirical framework, this course will provide a look at who is at risk for loneliness, the signs of loneliness, and effective ways to reduce social isolation and loneliness while promoting overall mental and physical health outcomes for clients and consumers.

Laws exist in all 50 states, and at the federal level, aimed to protect older adults from maltreatment at the hands of their families and other caretakers. Many different types of professionals are required by law to make reports of suspected elder abuse to state governmental entities. Additionally, codes of ethics generally expect helping professionals to initiate a response to protect the vulnerable from harm.

Join this three-part lunchtime CE series designed for social workers interested in integrating artificial intelligence into ethical clinical practice. In collaboration with the NASW-NY Northeast Division, this interactive training introduces practical AI tools that support documentation, communication, and client care while maintaining HIPAA compliance and alignment with the NASW Code of Ethics.

Ideal for rural and seasoned practitioners, the series offers hands-on demonstrations and real-world applications using platforms like ChatGPT and Claude. Participants will build confidence using the TIC Framework (Task, Instructions, Context) and explore key topics including AI fundamentals, ethical considerations, and responsible implementation in social work settings.

Important: This is a single registration covering all three sessions (3.0 CE credits total). Participants must attend all sessions to receive credit; partial credit is not available.