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Product Image: AI-Ready: Balancing Safety and Creativity in Clinical Practice
AI-Ready: Balancing Safety and Creativity in Clinical Practice
Clients are already using AI for emotional support, as a sounding board between sessions, sometimes as a stand-in for therapy itself. Most clinicians have no framework for asking about it, let alone assessing whether it's helping or hindering their practice. This session moves the conversation from whether clients are using AI to how, and what that means for clinical practice. Dr. Charmain Jackman will cover current research on client use of generative AI for mental health support, how to build AI use into intake and assessment, and how to distinguish normative use from use that warrants clinical attention, using a harm-reduction lens rather than an abstinence one. We will explore AI tools that offer creative ways of integrating AI in your sessions with clients. Clinicians will leave with concrete intake questions, a working framework for evaluating client AI use, and language for raising the topic in session.
Product Image: The Science and Practice of Effective Clinical Suicidology
The Science and Practice of Effective Clinical Suicidology
In this 3-hr webinar, Dr. David Jobes will highlight key evidence-based approached for effective assessment, management, and treatment of suicidal risk with an appreciation of ethical issues and risk management. The presentation will explore some of the relevant history that shapes contemporary clinical suicidology as well as key models that shape our understanding of suicidality. The primary focus will be on clinical approaches to screening and assessment, interventions for acute stabilization, and treatments of what makes a patient suicidal based on randomized controlled trials. Finally, various ethical considerations and how to decrease exposure to malpractice liability will be discussed.
Product Image: From Brain Fog to Brain Injury: TBI Clues for Psychologists
From Brain Fog to Brain Injury: TBI Clues for Psychologists
Clients rarely present to psychotherapy saying, “I think I have a traumatic brain injury.” More often, they describe brain fog, slowed thinking, poor concentration, emotional reactivity, fatigue, sleep disruption, anxiety, depression, or difficulty functioning at work, school, or home. Dr. Rebecca Steele will help psychologists recognize when these common mental health complaints may warrant closer attention to concussion or TBI history, especially when symptoms persist, fluctuate, or do not fully respond to standard psychological intervention. Attendees will review post-concussion symptom patterns, key history questions, differential considerations, and practical indicators for referral, assessment, psychoeducation, and interdisciplinary care. Emphasis will be placed on helping psychologists reduce misattribution, identify clinically relevant brain injury factors, and develop more accurate formulations for clients presenting with cognitive and emotional concerns.

Recent Publication Courses

  • Psychological Risk Stratification before Spine Surgery Using PCS, PHQ-9, and ODI
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    Outcomes following spine surgery vary widely, and a substantial proportion of patients continue to experience persistent postoperative pain, functional limitations, and reduced quality of life following surgical intervention. Psychological factors—including depression, pain catastrophizing, and baseline disability—are among the most consistent predictors of poorer postoperative outcomes and persistent spinal pain syndrome following surgery. Despite growing evidence supporting psychosocial risk assessment, systematic psychological screening remains inconsistently implemented across many spine programs. This article presents a practical psychological risk stratification framework integrating three brief and widely validated instruments: the Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS), the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9), and the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). Together, these measures assess cognitive, emotional, and functional domains associated with surgical outcomes. The article reviews current evidence regarding psychosocial predictors of postoperative outcomes, outlines clinically informed risk thresholds, and describes behavioral health intervention pathways for low-, moderate-, and high-risk patients. Multidisciplinary implementation strategies, psychological treatment approaches, and mental health equity considerations relevant to integrated spine care are also discussed. Integrating psychosocial screening into multidisciplinary spine surgery pathways may improve patient preparation, guide behavioral health referrals, enhance postoperative rehabilitation engagement, and support more individualized perioperative care.

    Abstract

    Outcomes following spine surgery vary widely, and a substantial proportion of patients continue to experience persistent postoperative pain, functional limitations, and reduced quality of life following surgical intervention. Psychological factors—including depression, pain catastrophizing, and baseline disability—are among the most consistent predictors of poorer postoperative outcomes and persistent spinal pain syndrome following surgery. Despite growing evidence supporting psychosocial risk assessment, systematic psychological screening remains inconsistently implemented across many spine programs. This article presents a practical psychological risk stratification framework integrating three brief and widely validated instruments: the Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS), the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9), and the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). Together, these measures assess cognitive, emotional, and functional domains associated with surgical outcomes. The article reviews current evidence regarding psychosocial predictors of postoperative outcomes, outlines clinically informed risk thresholds, and describes behavioral health intervention pathways for low-, moderate-, and high-risk patients. Multidisciplinary implementation strategies, psychological treatment approaches, and mental health equity considerations relevant to integrated spine care are also discussed. Integrating psychosocial screening into multidisciplinary spine surgery pathways may improve patient preparation, guide behavioral health referrals, enhance postoperative rehabilitation engagement, and support more individualized perioperative care.

    Continuing Education Information

    1 CE Credit, Instructional Level: Intermediate

    1 Contact Hour (New York Board of Psychology)

    Disclosures: Author has no conflicts of interest to disclose. Generative AI was not used for the development or content.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Describe the roles of the Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS), Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9), and Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) in the preoperative assessment of patients undergoing spine surgery.
    2. Utilize psychological risk stratification to recognize appropiate multidisciplinary interteventions.
    3. Explain the purpose of risk stratification before spine surgery.

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    The National Register of Health Service Psychologists is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The National Register maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

    The National Register of Health Service Psychologists is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0010

    You have not yet registered for this course. Register today and access this course any time under "My Courses/Registrations"

  • Chronic Pain Assessment and Treatment Strategies for Older Adults
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    Chronic pain is highly prevalent among older adults and contributes to disability, psychological distress, social isolation, and increased healthcare utilization. Older adults remain vulnerable to underassessment and undertreatment due to diagnostic complexity, comorbidity burden, polypharmacy, and limited access to behavioral health services. This article provides an applied overview of evidence-based assessment and intervention strategies for chronic pain among older adults within health service psychology settings. Using a clinical vignette to frame common presentation patterns, key diagnostic considerations and best practices in biopsychosocial pain assessment are reviewed, alongside integrated behavioral interventions such as CBT for chronic pain, ACT, mindfulness-based approaches, behavioral activation, and graded activity pacing. Clinical and ethical challenges—including autonomy/beneficence balance, opioid-related risk, and access inequities—are discussed. Practical recommendations for interdisciplinary collaboration and outcome monitoring are offered to support functional restoration and quality of life in later adulthood.

    Abstract

    Chronic pain is highly prevalent among older adults and contributes to disability, psychological distress, social isolation, and increased healthcare utilization. Older adults remain vulnerable to underassessment and undertreatment due to diagnostic complexity, comorbidity burden, polypharmacy, and limited access to behavioral health services. This article provides an applied overview of evidence-based assessment and intervention strategies for chronic pain among older adults within health service psychology settings. Using a clinical vignette to frame common presentation patterns, key diagnostic considerations and best practices in biopsychosocial pain assessment are reviewed, alongside integrated behavioral interventions such as CBT for chronic pain, ACT, mindfulness-based approaches, behavioral activation, and graded activity pacing. Clinical and ethical challenges—including autonomy/beneficence balance, opioid-related risk, and access inequities—are discussed. Practical recommendations for interdisciplinary collaboration and outcome monitoring are offered to support functional restoration and quality of life in later adulthood.

    Continuing Education Information

    1 CE Credit, Instructional Level: Intermediate

    1 Contact Hour (New York Board of Psychology)

    Disclosures: Author has no conflicts of interest to disclose. Generative AI was not used for the development or content.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Identify factors related to chronic pain among older adults
    2. Explain how developmental age impacts vulnerability to underassessment and undertreatment
    3. Apply diagnostic considerations, best practices in biopsychosocial pain assessment, and integrated behavioral interventions to older adults with chronic pain

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    CE Disclaimers

    The National Register of Health Service Psychologists is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The National Register maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

    The National Register of Health Service Psychologists is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0010

    You have not yet registered for this course. Register today and access this course any time under "My Courses/Registrations"

  • A Multilevel Model for Expanding Youth Mental Health Access in Clinical Practice
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    Adolescents experiencing mental health concerns often encounter barriers to engagement and access, including language differences, stigma, and system fragmentation. This article presents a clinical model for addressing these challenges through a multilevel ecological approach that integrates assessment, relational engagement, family involvement, and system coordination. A clinical vignette illustrates how developmentally responsive strategies, including the structured inclusion of supervised non-clinical providers, can enhance engagement and extend service capacity. Emphasis is placed on culturally and linguistically appropriate care, particularly for families navigating barriers to access. Practice considerations highlight the importance of integrating clinical services with workforce and community-based supports to improve continuity of care and reduce disparities in youth mental health outcomes.

    Abstract

    Adolescents experiencing mental health concerns often encounter barriers to engagement and access, including language differences, stigma, and system fragmentation. This article presents a clinical model for addressing these challenges through a multilevel ecological approach that integrates assessment, relational engagement, family involvement, and system coordination. A clinical vignette illustrates how developmentally responsive strategies, including the structured inclusion of supervised non-clinical providers, can enhance engagement and extend service capacity. Emphasis is placed on culturally and linguistically appropriate care, particularly for families navigating barriers to access. Practice considerations highlight the importance of integrating clinical services with workforce and community-based supports to improve continuity of care and reduce disparities in youth mental health outcomes.

    Continuing Education Information

    1 CE Credit, Instructional Level: Intermediate

    1 Contact Hour (New York Board of Psychology)

    Disclosures: Author has no conflicts of interest to disclose. Generative AI was not used for the development or content.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Identify relevant barriers to mental health access for adolescents
    2. Describe the importance of culturally and linguistically appropriate care for families navigating access barriers
    3. Apply strategies to integrate clinical service with community-based supports

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    CE Disclaimers

    The National Register of Health Service Psychologists is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The National Register maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

    The National Register of Health Service Psychologists is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0010

    You have not yet registered for this course. Register today and access this course any time under "My Courses/Registrations"

  • The Practice of Clinical Neuropsychology in Rural Settings
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    Neuropsychological assessment plays a critical role in contemporary healthcare by integrating objective test performance, psychiatric factors, and functional outcomes into a unified clinical formulation. This function is especially vital in rural settings, where limited specialty access, fragmented referral pathways, and diagnostic delays are common. Using a clinical vignette of a 67-year-old rural patient with suspected neurodegenerative decline, this paper highlights complexities such as mixed medical and psychiatric contributors, performance validity concerns, caregiver burden, and restricted follow-up care. We outline how structured case formulation, diathesis–stress conceptualization, culturally responsive communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration can reduce diagnostic ambiguity while avoiding premature etiological conclusions. Emphasis is placed on assessment as an intervention in resource-limited systems, where neuropsychological evaluation can serve as a central organizing point, translating complex clinical data into actionable recommendations for patients, families, and providers.

    Abstract

    Neuropsychological assessment plays a critical role in contemporary healthcare by integrating objective test performance, psychiatric factors, and functional outcomes into a unified clinical formulation. This function is especially vital in rural settings, where limited specialty access, fragmented referral pathways, and diagnostic delays are common. Using a clinical vignette of a 67-year-old rural patient with suspected neurodegenerative decline, this paper highlights complexities such as mixed medical and psychiatric contributors, performance validity concerns, caregiver burden, and restricted follow-up care. We outline how structured case formulation, diathesis–stress conceptualization, culturally responsive communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration can reduce diagnostic ambiguity while avoiding premature etiological conclusions. Emphasis is placed on assessment as an intervention in resource-limited systems, where neuropsychological evaluation can serve as a central organizing point, translating complex clinical data into actionable recommendations for patients, families, and providers.

    Continuing Education Information

    1 CE Credit, Instructional Level: Intermediate

    1 Contact Hour (New York Board of Psychology)

    Disclosures: Authors have no conflicts of interest to disclose. Generative AI was not used for the development or content.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Identify structural barrers in rural settings.
    2. Describe ethical considerations during psychological testing and interventions.
    3. Explain the purpose of neuropsychological reports in rural healthcare systems.

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    CE Disclaimers

    The National Register of Health Service Psychologists is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The National Register maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

    The National Register of Health Service Psychologists is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0010

    You have not yet registered for this course. Register today and access this course any time under "My Courses/Registrations"

  • Integrated Psychological Care for Inherited Cardiac Conditions: CBT and ACT in Multidisciplinary Clinical Practice

    Patients with inherited cardiac conditions (ICCs) face unique psychological challenges, including trauma responses, health anxiety, identity disruption, and family-based guilt. These difficulties often arise in the context of life-altering diagnoses, unpredictable risk, and the intergenerational nature of inherited disease. Despite their prevalence, psychological concerns are frequently under-addressed in cardiogenetic care. This clinical practice paper presents a model for integrating cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) into routine care within a multidisciplinary cardiology clinic. Drawing on a clinical vignette and practice-based experience, we describe key psychological themes and outline CBT and ACT interventions that address panic, avoidance, trauma, and values-based functioning. In alignment with the 2025 ESC Clinical Consensus Statement on Mental Health and Cardiovascular Disease, we argue that embedding mental health professionals into cardiac care can enhance patient outcomes and promote a whole-person, resilience-based approach to managing inherited cardiac risk.

    Abstract

    Patients with inherited cardiac conditions (ICCs) face unique psychological challenges, including trauma responses, health anxiety, identity disruption, and family-based guilt. These difficulties often arise in the context of life-altering diagnoses, unpredictable risk, and the intergenerational nature of inherited disease. Despite their prevalence, psychological concerns are frequently under-addressed in cardiogenetic care. This clinical practice paper presents a model for integrating cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) into routine care within a multidisciplinary cardiology clinic. Drawing on a clinical vignette and practice-based experience, we describe key psychological themes and outline CBT and ACT interventions that address panic, avoidance, trauma, and values-based functioning. In alignment with the 2025 ESC Clinical Consensus Statement on Mental Health and Cardiovascular Disease, we argue that embedding mental health professionals into cardiac care can enhance patient outcomes and promote a whole-person, resilience-based approach to managing inherited cardiac risk.

    Continuing Education Information

    1 CE Credit, Instructional Level: Intermediate

    1 Contact Hour (New York Board of Psychology)

    Disclosures: Authors have no conflicts of interest to disclose. Generative AI was not used for the development or content.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Describe psychological distress symptoms in inherited cardiac condition (ICC) populations.
    2. Identify core components of psychological care in cardiology.
    3. Discuss the difference between acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

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    CE Disclaimers

    The National Register of Health Service Psychologists is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The National Register maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

    The National Register of Health Service Psychologists is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0010

    You have not yet registered for this course. Register today and access this course any time under "My Courses/Registrations"