When

Friday, September 6, 2013
8:00 am - 4:30 PM EDT

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Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
1550 N Atlantic Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931


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Registration Deadline:

August 31, 2013

Standard Rate (8/10-8/31): $110.00*

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  • By Phone: (321) 6325792
  • By Mail: FCC Brevard, 840 Brevard Ave, Rockledge, FL 32955

Registration Deadline: August 31, 2013

*There is no penalty for cancellations received on or before August 31, 2013. The full amount paid minus a $25 processing fee will be refunded. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received After August 31, 2013. All cancellations must be sent in writing via fax, e-mail or postal mail to FCC Brevard. Please email cancellations, whenever possible, and expect confirmation within 2 business days. If necessary to cancel by USPS, please allow sufficient time for a response.

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Tara Kane Carr
Family Counseling Center of Brevard
(321) 632-5792
tara.carr@fccbrevard.org
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The Warrior's World:

Understanding the Mental Health Needs of Veterans

First Annual Excellence in Clinical Practice Symposium

Introduction

At a time when the suicide rate for Veterans outnumbers combat-related deaths, mental health professionals must be more prepared than ever to serve Veterans effectively and competently.  This symposium offers clinicians the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the culture and life experience of Veterans and their families, while also learning effective strategies for addressing issues such as combat-related PTSD, reintegration, grief/loss, military sexual assault, and more.

The keynote speaker, Dr. Scott Fairchild, is a well-known psychologist who served over 20 years in the Army, retiring as a Lt. Colonel.  In his private practice, he specializes in helping Veterans and their families cope with the effects of war, and with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in particular.  He has been a presenter at a number of national and international conferences, including the International Congress of the Critical Incident Stress Foundation conference.  Dr. Fairchild also co-founded Welcome Home Vets, Inc., a not-for-profit organization designed to support returning Florida Veterans with their transition and reintegration into the community.

In addition to our keynote address, a number of breakout sessions will offer attendees the opportunity to delve deeper into specific topics related to serving Veterans, as well as their spouses and children.  Dr. Fairchild will co-lead the session on PTSD along with Dr. Bill Vagianos, a military Veteran, experienced psychologist, and President of the Brevard Veteran's Memorial Center.  All other breakout session speakers are also experienced Veteran-serving professionals who have a strong military connection, either through their own service or as a military spouse.

Finally, a Veteran Services Resource Fair will be offered at lunch and our final session of the day will be a Q&A session with a panel of Veterans who can offer direct insight into the mental health needs of themselves and their fellow warriors.

Target Audience

* Psychologists * Counselors * Social Workers * Marriage and Family Therapists * * Case Managers * Psychotherapists * Addiction Counselors *
* Other Mental Health Professionals *

Symposium Schedule

  • 8:00-8:30 Check-in and Continental Breakfast
  • 8:30-9:00 Opening Activities
  • 9:00-10:00 Keynote Address - Dr. Scott Fairchild
  • 10:00-10:15  Transition Time
  • 10:15-11:45 Morning Breakout Sessions
  • 11:45-12:00 Transition Time
  • 12:00-1:30 Lunch & Veteran Services Resource Fair
  • 1:30-1:45 Transition Time
  • 1:45-3:15 Afternoon Breakout Sessions
  • 3:15-3:30 Transition Time
  • 3:30-4:30 Veteran Panel Discussion/Q&A

Breakout Sessions

Choose from the following four breakout sessions:

Session A: Understanding Military Culture (aka "Military 101") - In this session, Master Chief Richard Hay, USN (Ret) will help participants better understand the unique culture of military life, as well as the impact of this culture on the military member and his/her family. Effective treatment for Veterans and their families starts with gaining a deeper understanding of the world in which they live.

Session B: Addressing Combat-related PTSD - This session focuses on helping participants better understand PTSD that is specifically related to combat trauma.  Participants will learn effective treatment strategies to assist Veterans as they strive to cope with PTSD symptoms and heal from their traumatic experiences.

Session C: Working with Military Sexual Assault Victims - In this session, a panel of clinical and legal experts from Patrick Air Force Base will help participants better understand the culture and circumstances in which Military Sexual Assault occurs, the legal process for addressing such assaults, and the specific intervention strategies necessary for providing effective treatment.

Session D: Assisting Military Family Members - This session focuses on understanding the impact of living with a military member.  It will include strategies for helping children, spouses, and parents of military members cope with issues such as deployment, reintegration, trauma, physical injury/disability, and grief/loss.

 

All breakout sessions are offered in both the morning and afternoon.

When registering, please choose two breakout sessions to attend.  

 

Educational Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  1. summarize the unique culture of Veterans and their families;
  2. explain the impact of combat-related PTSD, not only on the Veteran, but also on those living with him/her;
  3. list key strategies for treating combat-related PTSD;
  4. describe the culture and circumstances in which military sexual assault occurs and apply effective strategies to assist with the healing process;
  5. demonstrate competence in helping military family members cope with issues such as deployment, reintegration, trauma, physical injury/disability, and grief/loss. 

Continuing Education Credit


Psychologists:  5 CE's - Continuing Education Credits for Psychologists are provided by Symposium Co-sponsor, Florida Institute of Technology.                     

Florida Tech is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists.  Florida Tech maintains responsibility for this program and its content (#0392 Florida Institute of Technology - School of Psychology).

 

LMHC, LCSW, LMFT:  5 CEU's - Continuing Education Credits for LCSW's, LMFT's, and LMHC's are provided by Symposium Co-sponsor, 211 Brevard.

 2-1-1 Brevard is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling. 2-1-1 Brevard maintains responsibility for this program and its content (Provider Number 50-3046).

Family Counseling Center of Brevard is a 501(c)(3) organization, providing mental health and substance abuse treatment services to the Brevard County community for almost 50 years.  We are committed to the growth and development of our clients and our community.