2026 Ethics and Pain Conference
8:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M
Ethics: A Moving Target
Description: Ethics are more than guiding principles; they are the core pillars for practice. This training will provide an overview of the Code of Ethics that govern the practice of social workers, counselors, and psychologists. Participants will explore emerging challenges including telehealth and explore considerations in the use of Artificial Intelligence.
Learning Objectives: As a result of this session:
- Participants will be knowledgeable about the code of ethics and standards of their profession.
- Participants will examine critical challenges and opportunities in the use of telehealth.
- Participants will identify opportunities to mitigate harm.
- Participants will explore the immerging uses and cautions with Artificial Intelligence in Behavioral Health.
Employee Wellbeing and Impairment (Ethics and Pain CEs)
1:00-5:00
Impact and Opportunity: Stress, Burnout, Vicarious Trauma and Moral Injury
Description: Stress, Burnout and Vicarious Trauma are recognized as occupational hazards for those in helping professions. Approaching stress and prioritizing wellness must be intentional if one is to improve personal wellbeing, ensure professional competence and guard against impairment. Moral Injury has more recently been added to the conversation. In this session participants will gain an increased understanding of the biology of stress, vicarious trauma and moral injury. Skills in decreasing stress and advancing well-being will be explored.
Learning Objectives:
- Participants will increase their knowledge of the neuro-biology of chronic stress.
- Participants will recognize their unique risk for Burnout, Vicarious Trauma, and Moral Injury.
- Participants will identify personal indicators of stress and signs of impairment.
- Participants will learn responsive skills to address and enhance wellbeing.
