4 CEs for Mental Health Professionals
Many clients continue to struggle despite consistent therapy, insight, and appropriate clinical intervention. In some cases, underlying physiological contributors may be influencing symptoms that appear psychological in nature.
This intermediate-level training explores how counselors and mental health professionals can ethically recognize symptom patterns that may warrant medical collaboration while remaining within scope of practice.
Participants will examine how physiological conditions can contribute to presentations that resemble anxiety, depression, trauma responses, cognitive difficulties, emotional dysregulation, panic symptoms, and treatment-resistant mental health concerns.
This training emphasizes clinical assessment, ethical collaboration, case conceptualization, documentation considerations, and whole-person care without encouraging clinicians to diagnose medical conditions or practice outside their professional role.
Training Details
- 4 CE Hours
- Live Online Training
- On-Demand Replay Available
📅 Thursday, June 19, 2025
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
1. Identify at least five physiological conditions that may mimic psychiatric symptoms in clinical settings.
2. Differentiate between common psychological presentations and symptom patterns that may warrant medical collaboration.
3. Apply a structured clinical framework to counseling cases involving possible physiological contributors.
4. Utilize ethical inquiry strategies while remaining within professional scope of practice.
5. Recognize ethical and clinical risks associated with overlooking possible physiological contributors to mental health symptoms.
6. Demonstrate appropriate documentation and referral strategies related to potential medical concerns.
7. Analyze complex case examples involving overlapping physiological and psychological symptom presentations.
View our Refund, Grievance, and ADA Policies here.
1. Refund & Cancellation Policy
At Christ in Private Practice, Inc., we strive to provide high quality continuing education. If you are unable to attend a live virtual event or are unsatisfied with a recorded home-study course, our policy is as follows:
1. Live Virtual Events: Full refunds are available if requested at least 7 days prior to the event start date. Cancellations made within 7 days of the event may be eligible for a credit toward a future course.
2. On-Demand/Home-Study: Due to the digital nature of these courses, refunds are generally not provided once the course material has been accessed or the certificate has been issued.
3. Provider Cancellation: In the rare event that Christ in Private Practice, Inc. must cancel a live program, all registrants will be notified immediately and offered a full refund or a transfer to a rescheduled date.
2. Grievance Policy
Christ in Private Practice, Inc. is committed to conducting all activities in accordance with the NBCC Continuing Education Provider Policy. While we aim to provide a seamless experience, we understand that grievances may arise.
1. Submission: Participants may submit a complaint in writing to hello@christinprivatepractice.com within 30 days of the course completion.
2. Review: Camille McDaniel, LPC, will personally review the grievance within 10 business days of receipt.
3. Resolution: We will attempt to resolve the issue through direct communication with the participant. This may include providing a refund, offering a complimentary course, or adjusting administrative records.
4. Escalation: If a resolution cannot be reached, the participant has the right to contact the NBCC directly.
3. ADA Compliance & Accommodations
Christ in Private Practice, Inc. is dedicated to providing an inclusive learning environment. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we invite participants with special needs to contact us at hello@christinprivatepractice.com at least two weeks prior to a live event. We will make every reasonable effort to provide accommodations, such as closed captioning for videos or digital formats of printed materials, to ensure all clinicians can fully participate in our CE programs.
4. Non-Discrimination Policy
Christ in Private Practice, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, gender, or sexual orientation in any of its education activities or employment practices. While courses may discuss clinical work through a faith-based lens, participants are not required to adhere to any specific religious beliefs to receive NBCC credit.
NBCC Approval: Christ in Private Practice, Inc. has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 8038. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Christ in Private Practice, Inc. is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Target Audience:
Mental health professionals including:
LPCs, LCSWs, LMFTs, psychologists, and other behavioral health providers.
This course is approved for NBCC continuing education credit. Many licensing boards accept NBCC-approved CE; however, participants are responsible for confirming acceptance with their individual state licensing boards.
Instructional Level
Intermediate
Accessibility & Accommodation Requests
We are committed to creating an accessible learning environment for participants. Individuals requiring accommodations to participate in this training are encouraged to contact us in advance so that reasonable efforts can be made to support accessibility needs.
Please submit accommodation requests as early as possible prior to the training date by contacting:
hello@christinprivatepractice.com
Recommended Companion Resource
Medical Mimics: A Guide to Distinguishing Physiological from Psychological Symptoms
This training introduces concepts explored more extensively in the companion book, which includes:
- expanded case examples
- deeper physiological discussions
- clinical reflection tools
- collaboration considerations
- symptom pattern discussions
- additional practical applications
The book is not required for participation in this training.
Presenter / Bio & Qualifications
Camille McDaniel, LPC
Camille McDaniel is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia with over 20 years of clinical experience. She is the founder of Healing Psychotherapy Practices of Georgia, LLC and Christ in Private Practice, Inc., where she equips mental health professionals through consulting, continuing education, and clinical training.
Camille has served as an adjunct professor in both undergraduate psychology and graduate-level counseling programs, with over seven years of experience in higher education. She has presented in university settings, mental health forums, and professional summits, and is an author of works focused on mental health and clinical practice.
Her work focuses on strengthening clinical discernment at the intersection of biological, psychological, and ethical practice. She specializes in the ethical integration of faith in counseling, helping clinicians apply their worldview in a manner that is both clinically responsible and aligned with professional standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this training faith-based?
No. This training is designed as a clinical and educational program focused on physiological contributors to mental health symptoms, ethical discernment, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Is the training live?
Yes. The training will be held live online.
Will a replay be available?
Yes. An on-demand replay option will be available for those unable to attend live.
Do I need medical training for this course?
No. This course is designed specifically for mental health professionals and remains within counseling scope of practice.
Will this training teach medical diagnosis?
No. This training does not train clinicians to diagnose medical conditions or interpret laboratory results.
Is the companion book required?
No. The book is optional but highly recommended. It is intended as a supplemental resource.