ACPE SIP Training Level 2 with Chris O’Rear, M.Div., MMFT begins May 7, 2026, in Nashville, TN. This 15-hour in-person training is designed for mental health professionals seeking to integrate spirituality into psychotherapy with ethical, evidence-based practices.

Course Highlights:
• Spiritual Interventions: Working with Spiritual Resources, Part 2: Learn to leverage spiritual resources in psychotherapy.
• Spiritual Interventions: Working with Harmful Spirituality and Religion: Develop strategies to counter harmful spiritual influences.
• Spirituality and Belief System of the Therapist: Explore how your spiritual beliefs impact your therapeutic work.
• Spiritually Integrated Case Conceptualization, Parts 1 & 2: Practice creating holistic, spiritually integrated case conceptualizations.

About Chris O’Rear:
Chris is a licensed clinical pastoral therapist, author, and speaker with over 30 years of experience. He integrates clinical expertise, spiritual depth, and authentic connection to help individuals and communities cultivate resilience and deepen relationships. Chris is the owner and director of The Counseling Center, PLLC, where he specializes in supporting adults facing anxiety, grief, and life transitions.

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

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

Continuing Education:
Approved for 15 CE credits 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

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Child Star's Long Road: From 'Family Affair' to Recovery

Johnny Whitaker, former child star of 'Family Affair', is now a recovery advocate after a 10-year struggle with drugs and alcohol. He has been sober for 26 years.

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After 10 years of addiction, Johnny Whitaker has been sober for 26 years and is now helping others as a counselor. This is a major life change from his early fame.

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