Upcoming Webinars
Counseling Children of Parents With Addiction:
What to Know and How to Heal
As a part of its Innovations in Counseling series, the NBCC Foundation invites you to a free webinar on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, from 1–2 pm EDT. Live webinars are available at no cost, and documentation of 1 clock hour of continuing education is available for registrants who attend the full webinar.
Children of parents with addiction need informed counselors, which is crucial for the one-in-four children growing up in these families. This presentation provides information on how children are affected by trauma and chronic stress so that counselors can fully understand the reality of their lives. Counselors may not know there is addiction in the family, as stigma, family secrecy rules, and fear of not being believed can make identification and intervention challenging. The trauma field provides key research that offers a better understanding of the neurobiological effects of the traumas these children experience, which can lead to diagnoses of PTSD. Lifelong consequences may be relational, social, cognitive, academic, attachment, and/or behavioral. Targeted intervention can lead to prevention of the child’s own use and their ability to express feelings, learn trust, feel less isolated, and relieve the shame and stigma of parental use, all of which are necessary for healing. Services are limited for all children, whether individual or in groups. Poverty, parental incarceration, systemic racism, and other forms of discrimination further affect availability. Assessing needs and nurturing strengths and resiliencies is crucial.
After this presentation, participants will be able to:
- identify traumatic adverse effe cts of parental addiction on children's cognitive, behavioral, physical, and social-emotional development.
- discover how children experience stigma and avoid talking about addiction.
- apply understanding of children's resiliencies to appropriately guide them in developing effective coping skills to heal.
Wendy Wade, PhD, LPCC, CADC-1, received her bachelor’s degree from Stanford University, master’s degree from Santa Clara University, multisubject teaching credential from San Jose State University, administrative credential from Santa Clara University, and doctorate from Pacifica Graduate Institute. She began conducting educational support groups with children of parents with addiction in the 1980s before serving as coordinator of the Children’s Program at the Betty Ford Center in the 2000s. She served as a faculty member and administrator in numerous elementary schools and worked with children and families in community mental health clinics, including Santa Cruz County Children’s Mental Health, where she coordinated the family program and was a counselor in inpatient addiction treatment. Dr. Wade also volunteered as a weekend camp counselor bi-monthly for four years at Camp Mariposa for Children of Addiction and began making presentations on this cohort of children, primarily at conferences. In 2016, Dr. Wade began presenting webinars for NAADAC and NBHAP, and she is also an assistant professor at Palo Alto University.
Leveraging CCE Credentials to Address Ethical Concerns
and Steps to Apply for CCE Scholarships
As a part of its Building Professional Excellence series, the NBCC Foundation invites you to a free webinar on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, from 1–2 pm EDT. Live webinars are available at no cost, and documentation of 1 clock hour of continuing education is available for registrants who attend the full webinar.
This presentation will explore common ethical challenges that CCE credential holders may face in their professional roles. Participants will also gain insight from the experiences of current CCE credential holders, as well as reflect on their own approaches to handling ethical dilemmas. Presenters will offer guidance on how to effectively address and navigate multiple ethical issues.
After this presentation, participants will be able to:
- identify common ethical challenges encountered by professionals holding CCE credentials (BC-TMH, ACS, BCC, GCDF).
- describe how ethical principles apply within the scope of each credential and evaluate real-world examples.
- apply ethical decision-making models to professional dilemmas related to telehealth, supervision, coaching, and career development.
- outline the steps to apply for CCE scholarships and how they support ethical and professional development.
Dannette Berksteiner, EdD, NCC, CCMHC, ACS, LPC, CTRTC, is a core counseling faculty member at University of Phoenix. She received a bachelor’s degree in workforce education training and development from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, a master’s degree in counseling from Webster University, and a doctorate in counselor education and supervision from Argosy University. Dr. Berksteiner is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC), Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS), Choice Theory Reality Therapy Certified (CTRTC), and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Qualified Teacher Level 1. Dr. Berksteiner was a recipient of the 2014 NBCCF Minority Fellowship Program (Doctoral). Prior to entering the counseling profession, she practiced as a Licensed Practical Nurse for over 10 years; therefore, she implements a holistic and integrative approach to client treatment. Dr. Berksteiner has over 20 years of experience as a clinical mental health provider and has had the opportunity to work with a vast population of clients that include children, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals. In addition to Dr. Berksteiner’s experience in health care and academia, she is also a well-sought-after speaker and trainer.
Dr. Berksteiner has presented at conferences and provided training at the local, regional, national, and international levels. These workshops and trainings include topics on the unique needs of the military population, integrative approaches to wellness, and multicultural awareness. She believes in the power of the community to heal, uplift, and empower others. This is demonstrated through her altruistic commitment to civic engagement in her local community and profession. Dr. Berksteiner has served on several national advisory council committees that support members of the counseling profession. Through her volunteerism and advocacy efforts, she embodies the servant leadership model while collaborating with individuals, organizations, and institutions to improve the lives of others.
Brenden A. Hargett, PhD, NCC, MAC, LCMHC, LCAS, serves as the Director of Ethics for the National Board for Certified Counselors and Adjunct Faculty at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical (A&T) State University. He is a behavioral health professional with years of experience as a clinician, clinical supervisor and manager, consultant/trainer, researcher, counselor, and counselor educator in a variety of settings, both public and private.
Dr. Hargett holds a PhD in rehabilitation counseling and rehabilitation counselor education from North Carolina A&T State University in Greensboro, N.C. He is credentialed as a National Certified Counselor (NCC), Master of Addictions Counselor (MAC), a North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), and a North Carolina Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS).
Dr. Hargett has served as a volunteer mentor and presenter at symposiums for NBCCF’s fellowship program. In 2019, he was appointed by Gov. Roy Cooper to serve as a member of the North Carolina Commission for Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services.
Winifert Lawson-Graves, PhD, provides business development and marketing services for NBCC and Affiliates. CCE’s Business Development Department is responsible for the acquisition of new business, its training provider relations, partner relations, and the learning management system, CCE Academy. Before joining the organization, she served as Vice President of Marketing and Development for an international nonprofit in Rincon, Puerto Rico; Director of Marketing for a national nonprofit in Rhode Island; and Public Relations Manager for the Center for Creative Leadership in Greensboro, N.C. Dr. Lawson-Graves received a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Norfolk State University, a master’s degree in communication studies from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and a doctorate in educational leadership and change from Fielding Graduate University.
Taunya Marie Tinsley, PhD, DMin, NCC, ACS, BCC, LPC, LPCC, the visionary owner of Transitions Counseling Service LLC and Love & Basketball Ministries and Life Coaching Services, is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of extensive experience. She provides a comprehensive range of counseling services and transformative leadership development training. She excels in clinical counseling, higher education, and athletic administration. Currently serving as the Director of Certification Services at the National Board for Certified Counselors, Dr. Tinsley has held numerous prestigious leadership positions within various counseling associations including the North Atlantic Regional Representative and President of the Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development (AMCD), President of the Pennsylvania College Counseling Association, and President of the Pennsylvania Counseling Association. Her collaboration with the American Counseling Association in developing the Sports Counseling Interest Network and the Anti-racism Commission and her leadership roles in other counseling associations highlight her dedication to making a positive impact. Her educational credentials include a bachelor’s degree from Augsburg College, a master’s degree from the University of Iowa, and a PhD from Duquesne University, complemented by various professional certifications. Dr. Tinsley’s expertise includes sports counseling, youth and adult development through sports, spiritual interventions in counseling, and multicultural and social justice issues. Her dedication to her clients and commitment to professional growth and community advocacy have established her as a highly respected and influential figure in counseling and other academic and professional disciplines.
Recognizing the Relinquished: Adoptee-Centric Counseling
As a part of its Innovations in Counseling series, the NBCC Foundation invites you to a free webinar on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025, from 1–2 pm EST. Live webinars are available at no cost, and documentation of 1 clock hour of continuing education is available for registrants who attend the full webinar.
Although they comprise less than 2% of the total U.S. population, adoptees are approximately four times more likely to attempt suicide than their kept peers, and they are grossly overrepresented in mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Despite this, adoption as a cultural consideration has not been well studied in counseling scholarship and remains a rare topic of focus in counselor education.
This webinar, presented by a reunited adoptee who is a clinical mental health counselor and counselor educator, will equip practitioners and educators with greater knowledge, awareness, and skills related to serving adoptees with cultural sensitivity. Social and historical considerations will be reviewed, risk factors will be explored, and participants will learn practical strategies for assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of adoptees who come to them for care.
After this presentation, participants will be able to:
- describe how relinquishment and adoption are linked to higher risks of devastating mental health outcomes and disproportionate utilization of mental health and substance use disorder services compared to kept peers.
- identify the consequences of maternal-child separation from adoption as an Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE).
- integrate adoption-friendly intake and assessment procedures into standard clinical assessments.
Sara W. Bailey, PhD, NCC (she/her), is a counselor educator, researcher, and clinician with areas of focus in adoption, addiction, aging, and andragogy. She serves as the Counselor Education Program Director at the University of Lynchburg and provides counseling services at Full Life Counseling and Recovery, PLLC.
Dr. Bailey’s teaching philosophy emphasizes accessibility of content, active engagement, and the use of humor and humility in the classroom. As a supervisor and mentor, she values authentic connection and supports emerging professionals in identifying their purpose and professional goals.
NBCC Foundation has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 805. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. NBCC Foundation is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Each state sets its own requirements for licensure, including continuing education requirements to maintain licensure. Questions about CE requirements for state licensure should be directed to your state board. You can find their contact information on our state board directory.
