Upcoming Webinars
Secure Your Own Oxygen Mask First: Mindful Approaches to Therapist Burnout Webinar
Presenter: Chris McCurry, Ph.D. (Private Practice, Seattle)
APA approved for 3CE
ON-DEMAND WEBINAR
Platform: Virtual
NOTE: This webinar is recorded for on-demand viewing. Materials available through 12/31/25.
Presentation Overview:
This webinar will examine the phenomenon of burnout, along with the related concepts of compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma using questionnaires, self-report measures and discussion. A variety of strategies for monitoring and managing burnout will be introduced.
This webinar is being co-sponsored by LPA and a coalition of other state psychological associations and is organized by the Alaska Psychological Association.
Program Description:
Burnout: “A state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that result from long-term involvement in work situations that are emotionally demanding” (Schaufeli & Greenglass, 2001). Clinical psychology is just such an emotionally demanding work situation. As clinicians, we are vulnerable to this physical and emotional exhaustion as well as other signs of burnout such as irritability, discouragement, sense of low personal accomplishment, reduced attention and concentration within session, poor decision-making, and compromised therapeutic relationships. This webinar is intended for psychotherapists who wish to better understand and manage the symptoms of professional burnout in order to be more effective and resilient in this challenging work.
In this webinar, we will examine the phenomenon of burnout, along with the related concepts of compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma. Using questionnaires, self-report measures, and discussion we will consider our vulnerabilities and risks for burnout, as well as our resources and strengths. We will identify life domains where we can develop “career-sustaining behaviors” that will not only reduce or prevent burnout but will greatly enhance our work satisfaction and effectiveness. A variety of strategies for monitoring and managing burnout will be introduced, with particular attention to recent contributions from mindfulness and acceptance-based therapies. A bibliography of relevant journal articles and books is provided.
About the Speaker:
Chris McCurry, Ph.D. has been a clinical psychologist practicing in Seattle, Washington, since 1991. He trained with acceptance and commitment therapy cofounder Steve Hayes at the University of Nevada, Reno. Dr. McCurry has given over 60 workshops, nationally and internationally, including webinars on professional burnout for the Nevada and Washington state psychological associations.
NOTE: This webinar is recorded for on-demand viewing.
Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:
- Identify the various manifestations of burnout and how they can impact both personal and professional well-being
- Assess their own risks for, and manifestations of, burnout within specific aspects of personal and professional life
- Develop and implement a plan for career-sustaining behaviors
Responsible Integration of AI in Psychological Practice
Presenters: Adam B. Lockwood, PhD, NCSP and Dan Florell, PhD, NCSP
All attendees will earn three (3) CE credits
October 31, 2025 – 11 AM – 2:15 PM CST
Platform: Virtual through Zoom
Presentation Overview:
This webinar will take place from 11:00am CST to 2:15pm CST and will include a 15-minute break. As long as you register by 10/31, you can join the live session or access the archive on the National Register’s continuing education website. All attendees will earn three (3) CE credits or contact hours (NY Board of Psychology).
Program Description:
Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming embedded in psychological practice. Drs. Adam Lockwood and Dan Florell will provide psychologists with a foundation for understanding what AI is, possible uses in professional settings, and the ethical frameworks that should guide its adoption. They will discuss issues of transparency, data protection, and bias, with reference to APA’s evaluation tools and emerging professional guidelines. They will conclude with a short, applied section illustrating how AI can be used responsibly in everyday practice.
Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:
- Describe key concepts and current trends in AI relevant to psychological practice.
- Identify ethical, legal, and professional considerations for integrating AI tools, including those outlined in APA guidance.
- Apply strategies for responsibly exploring AI in practice.
About the Speakers:
Adam B. Lockwood, PhD, NCSP, is a licensed psychologist in Oregon and Ohio and an Associate Professor of School Psychology at Kent State University. His research and training focus on the integration of artificial intelligence into psychological practice, including AI-assisted report writing, ethical and governance frameworks, and AI-supported research methods. Dr. Lockwood chairs the National Register’s Task Force on AI and Emerging Technologies and serves on AI task forces for the National Association of School Psychologists and the Ohio School Health Services Association. In 2025, he was selected for the OpenAI Academy: Professors Teaching with AI. His recent peer-reviewed publications span topics such as AI use across related health professions, addressing bias in AI, and comparisons between AI-generated and clinician-authored psychological reports, with recent publications appearing in Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, School Psychology Review, Journal of Psychoeducational Assessment, and School Psychology.
Dan Florell, PhD, NCSP, is a Professor at Eastern Kentucky University and he runs a private practice. He trained school psychologists in a graduate program for 20 years. Dr. Florell has a Ph.D. in School Psychology from Illinois State University. He is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP), licensed psychologist, and APA Fellow of Division 16. Dr. Florell is actively involved in NASP and is the NASP Historian and Online Communication Coordinator. His main research focus is on artificial intelligence, technology, telehealth, professional issues, and the history of school psychology.
