Emerging Trends for New Graduates in the Behavioral Health Fields
Trainer
Kimberly Ernest, Ph.D., LPC (Read Bio)
Description
Join us for an engaging Lunch and Learn session with Kimberly Ernest, Ph.D., LPC, as she explores the emerging trends shaping community mental health in 2025. This one-hour Zoom training will provide early-career clinicians with valuable insights into trauma-informed care, telehealth, DEI initiatives, workforce challenges, and evidence-based treatment approaches. Dr. Ernest will discuss how these trends impact service delivery and offer practical strategies for professional growth, including mentorship, continuing education, and self-care. Attendees will also gain a forward-looking perspective on future developments in policy, technology, and treatment innovations to help them navigate and thrive in a rapidly evolving field.
Credits Available
1.00 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.