Understanding and Addressing Co-occurring Disorders: Signs, Symptoms, and Psychotropic Medications
Trainer
Dr. Kimberly Ernest, PhD, LPC (Read Bio)
Description
Training Description:
This training, Understanding and Addressing Co-occurring Disorders: Signs, Symptoms, and Psychotropic Medications, provides a comprehensive overview of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, focusing on their identification, treatment, and medication management. Participants will explore the signs and symptoms of common co-occurring disorders, the roles and risks of psychotropic medications, and the interactions between medications and substances. Through evidence-based strategies, case studies, and practical tools, this 6.5 CE course equips clinicians to develop individualized, holistic treatment plans. The training is designed for professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in addressing these complex and overlapping challenges effectively.
- PCS provides light refreshments at all in-person trainings. Lunch is not provided. Please come prepared with a packed lunch as there will be time for a brief working lunch.
- By attending a PCS training, you are giving PCS permission to videotape you and any discussion you participate in for video training purposes.
Credits Available
1.50 APA CE Credits For Psychologists, Social Workers or Professional Counselors
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Cancellations: PCS reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any training at any time (in which case you will have the option to receive a full refund or attend on the rescheduled date).
Refunds: Participants may cancel their registration(s) at any time prior to the training date. A 10% cancellation fee will be deducted from the original registration fee, and the remainder will be refunded. No refund will be provided if the cancellation occurs within two weeks of the training date.
- PCS is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. PCS maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
- People who attend PCS trainings in their entirety may receive CE credits for psychologists/LPC/ LSW/LCSW/ LMFT or general training credits, including CAC/DDAP. For other licenses, please consult with your respective licensing board.
- Following each training, participants who have attended the training in its entirety will receive a PCS Training Feedback form via email.
- After receipt of the completed form, PCS will issue a certificate via email indicating the CE credits that have been obtained.
Kimberly Ernest lives in Hummelstown, PA, with her husband and two young boys. Kimberly holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Pennsylvania State University, a master's degree in experimental psychology from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and a doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of North Texas. Kimberly is currently a licensed clinical psychologist and a licensed professional counselor. She presently serves as the Executive Vice President & Vice President of Criminal Justice and Recovery Programs for Pennsylvania Counseling Services.