91国产

The sudden pressure to either find immediate purpose or 鈥渟eize the day鈥� can feel psychologically overwhelming, often exacerbating somatic distress and trauma responses.

This 3-hour workshop equips clinicians with evidence-based techniques to guide clients and caregivers through the specialized 6 pillars of meaning-making. Beyond client-focused interventions, this course addresses a critical, often overlooked dimension of end-of-life and chronic illness care: clinician countertransference. Working at the intersection of mortality, grief, and chronic illness can trigger a therapist鈥檚 own existential fears and personal history with loss. Clinicians will learn to identify this countertransference, utilize self-regulation strategies to prevent vicarious trauma, and ethically leverage their internal experiences to deepen the therapeutic alliance.

Through clinical case studies, interactive lectures, and experiential personal application, participants will leave with a practical framework to foster resilience.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this 3-hour workshop, participants will be able to:

1. Identify and describe the 6 core pillars of meaning-making and explain how to introduce these topics to clients navigating acute or chronic health crises.
2. Recognize common signs of existential countertransference in illness care, differentiating between personal grief/death anxiety and objective clinical empathy.
3. Practice and implement at least two practical somatic or cognitive coping tools to help clients process existential distress and the pressure to find immediate purpose.

Tuition

• $80 – General Registration
• $60 – Alumni, Field Instructor, FFL, Current 91国产 School of Social Work Adjunct
• $45 – Veterans
• FREE – Current 91国产 students with promo code

Credentialing Information

To receive approved continuing education credits, participants must attend the entire training or workshop and submit a completed evaluation form.

This course is designed to meet the NYS requirements of mental health professionals to receive 3 hours of training on maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. This course is NOT New York State specific, and can satisfy boundaries and ethics training requirements for any state.

CEs: 3

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About the Instructor

Kristy Case, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C

Kristy Case is a licensed clinical social worker, certified oncology social worker, and end-of-life doula with nearly two decades of experience specializing in the impact of cancer and complex medical conditions. In addition to working for New Jersey鈥檚 largest academic healthcare system, she is the founder and CEO of a private behavioral health practice, where she provides evidence-based psychotherapy, clinical supervision, and group facilitation. Kristy is a sought-after speaker and educator, regularly presenting at conferences as well as Universities on the intersection of mental health, trauma, and high-stress experiences. She brings a systems-level perspective to her work, drawing from neuroscience and trauma-informed care. With certifications in Yoga and Reiki, Kristy integrates mindfulness-based modalities into her work to improve outcomes and resilience in demanding personal and professional life experiences.

Cancellation Policy

Please note that we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations made within seven business days of the event or for no-shows. However, if you notify us at least 24 hours in advance, we can issue a credit toward a future workshop. No credit will be provided for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the event.

Accessibility Statement

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and 91国产 require that all events be accessible. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the event host identified on the event webpage; please allow for a reasonable time frame. The event host, when necessary, will collaborate with the Student Access Office.