Low dopamine this morning in Siem Reap. Just sitting with coffee, the breeze, and my thoughts — slower, but still moving forward. Sometimes progress isn’t fast, it’s just showing up anyway.

https://whothefami.substack.com/p/morning-in-siem-reap-low-dopamine

#SlowLiving #ExpatLife #Cambodia #AddictionRecovery #MindfulMoments

The #ACPE #Psychotherapy Commission is excited to announce an open call for proposals for our 2026 #Webinar Series focused on #SpirituallyIntegratedPsychotherapy. We are seeking 90-minute webinars that provide valuable insights and practical guidance for integrating #spirituality and #mentalhealth, including diverse #spiritual or #religious traditions.

Each #webinar will consist of 60 minutes of content (recorded for future viewing) and a 30-minute live discussion (not recorded). Presenters will receive a stipend for their contributions, and attendees will earn 1.5 #NBCC #continuingeducation credits for attending the live sessions.

What We’re Looking For:
We invite proposals that address the integration of #spirituality and #mentalhealth in #psychotherapy, with a focus on practical applications, ethical considerations, and cultural diversity. Topics may include (but are not limited to):
• #SpiritualInterventions in therapy
• #TraumaInformed spiritual care
• #AddictionRecovery and #spirituality
• #Grief and #spiritual coping
• #Ethical considerations in #spirituallyintegrated work
• #Diverse spiritual and religious traditions in #mentalhealth care

Proposal Requirements:
If you are interested in submitting a proposal, please prepare the following:
• Full name
• Email address
• Headshot (for advertising purposes)
• Professional website link(s) (optional)
• Credentials
• Curriculum vitae/Resume
• Training/Experience demonstrating expertise in your chosen topic
• Presentation title and brief description
• 3-5 learning objectives
• 5 or more scholarly references (preferably published since 2020)
• #NBCC CE presenter and content category
• Preferred season for scheduling (Summer: June–August, Fall: September–November, Winter: December–February)

Important Dates:
• Proposal deadline: May 1, 2026
• #Webinars will be scheduled between June 1, 2026, and December 31, 2026, based on speaker availability.

Contact:
For questions, please reach out to Anita Neuer Colburn at [email protected].

Submit Your Proposal:
For more information and to submit your proposal, visit: https://bit.ly/3PJPQWN

#ACPE #Psychotherapy #SpirituallyIntegratedPsychotherapy #SpiritualCare #MentalHealth #ContinuingEducation #WebinarSeries #Therapists #Counselors #Clinicians #EthicalCare #TraumaInformed #AddictionRecovery #GriefSupport #Diversity #Inclusion #ProfessionalDevelopment #NBCC #CECredits #Healing #Wellness

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#SIP Training Level 2 starts 05/07/26 in Nashville, TN! Learn #spiritual resources, harmful spirituality, & therapist belief systems with Chris O’Rear.

More: http://dlvr.it/TRc5KS

#ACPE #AddictionRecovery #Clinicians #CommunityCare #Healing #socialworkers #psychologists

Join us May 7–9, 2026, in Nashville, TN, for ACPE SIP Training Level 2 with Chris O’Rear, M.Div., MMFT. This in-person training offers 15 hours of continuing education for licensed and pre-licensed mental health professionals, including counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists, pastoral counselors, psychologists, and addiction specialists.

Training Focus:
• Spiritual Interventions: Working with Spiritual Resources, Part 2
• Spiritual Interventions: Working with Harmful Spirituality and Religion
• Spirituality and Belief System of the Therapist
• Spiritually Integrated Case Conceptualization, Parts 1 & 2

Why Attend?
• Learn to integrate spirituality into psychotherapy with ethical, evidence-based practices.
• Explore spiritual resources, harmful spirituality, and therapist belief systems.
• Engage in interactive seminars, role plays, and case illustrations.

About Chris O’Rear:

Chris is a licensed clinical pastoral therapist, author, and speaker with over 30 years of experience guiding individuals and organizations through life’s challenges. He integrates clinical expertise, spiritual depth, and authentic connection to help people cultivate resilience and deepen relationships. As the owner and director of The Counseling Center, PLLC, Chris specializes in supporting adults facing anxiety, grief, and life transitions.

Location:
Belle Meade United Methodist Church
121 Davidson Rd., Nashville, TN 37205

Cost: $600
• Limited Scholarship: $240.00
• Member & Non-Member: $400.00 (Registration code required)

Continuing Education:
Earn 15 CE credits approved by NBCC, ASWB, and NY State Education Department.

Registration at https://bit.ly/417HTgy

More about Chris O’Rear at: https://bit.ly/479oj72

More about the Spiritually Integrated Training Program at: https://bit.ly/480y2gL

The #ACPE #Psychotherapy Commission is a community invested in the practice of integrating #spirituality into our work. This work may be done by a volunteer helper, a #spiritual #healer, or a licensed mental health practitioner. We offer training. Learn more at https://sip-com.wildapricot.org. Blog at https://sip-com.wildapricot.org/news.

#ACPE #AddictionRecovery #Caregiving #CECredits #Clinicians #CommunityCare #Counseling #EthicalCare #Healing #MentalHealth #MentalHealthTraining #MindBodySpirit #Psychotherapists #SpiritualCare #Therapists #TraumaInformedCare #Wellness #WholePersonCare

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Friday night in Siem Reap and the energy feels dark. Tourists are out having fun, but I’m sitting with something heavier — addiction, tension, and the sense that maybe the path forward is through the shadows, not away from them.

https://whothefami.substack.com/p/friday-night-in-the-shadows-of-siem

#CreativeNonfiction
#AddictionRecovery
#TravelWriting
#ExpatLife
#ShadowWork