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X-WR-CALNAME:716 CEU - Continuing Education in New York State
X-WR-CALDESC:Continuing Education for Mental Health Professionals
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SUMMARY:Seasonal Depression: Clinical Recognition, Treatment & Holistic Support
DESCRIPTION:2.0 NYSED Approved CE Hours (LMHC, LMSW, LCSW)\nCourse Description\nSeasonal changes can have a significant impact on mood, energy, sleep, motivation, and overall functioning. This 2-hour training provides mental health professionals with a practical overview of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and other seasonal patterns of depression, with attention to assessment, clinical presentation, evidence-based treatment, and supportive lifestyle interventions.\nParticipants will explore common symptoms and risk factors associated with seasonal depression, considerations for differentiating seasonal depression from other mental health and medical concerns, and established treatment approaches such as psychotherapy and bright light therapy. The course will also examine lifestyle and complementary strategies that may support symptom management, including sleep and circadian rhythm support, outdoor light exposure, physical activity, nutrition, social connection, stress management, and emerging research related to red and near-infrared light therapy.\nEmphasis will be placed on helping clinicians integrate these strategies within their scope of practice while maintaining appropriate clinical judgment, referral practices, and individualized treatment planning.\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion of this course, learners will be able to Identify:\n\n2–3 common signs, symptoms, and clinical features of seasonal depression\n2–3 evidence-based assessment and treatment approaches for seasonal depression\n2–3 lifestyle and complementary strategies that may support symptom management\n\nIncludes: Upon Completion- Clinical Takeaway Handout + Certificate for 2.0 LIVE Continuing Education Hours\nZoom link and information will be sent out 24 hours before scheduled event.\n
URL:https://716ceu.org/events/seasonal-depression/
ORGANIZER;CN=Stephanie Cellino, LMHC:MAILTO:716ceu@gmail.com
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