Learn how to practice the art and science of working with clients struggling with their chronic illnesses
Practice Competently with Chronically Ill Clients: Clinical, Ethical, and Collaborative Care Strategies (Home Study/Asynchronous)
Format: Pre-Recorded, Asynchronous Online Workshop | Required tech: Zoom
CE Hours: 3.0 Hours
Presenter: Destiny Davis, LPC, CRC
Provider: The Chronic Illness Therapist
Registration Information
Individual Pricing: $45
Special Rates:
Students/Interns: Please join us for free by filling out this form. CE credits not provided.
Financial hardship sliding scale is offered for live/synchronous programs. Home-study programs are discounted down to the sliding scale price already.
Registration Deadline: September 19, 2025
Cancellation Policy: Since this is on-demand and available right away, there are no refunds after purchase.
Questions? (Program Questions & Content, Registration Assistance, Technical Support) Contact Destiny at destiny@destinywinters.com or 404-905-3391 (text or call) and please allow 3-5 business days for a response.
Why This Program Matters for Therapists
Program Content Description:
With 60% of U.S. adults living with chronic conditions and the complex bidirectional relationship between chronic illness and mental health, specialized competency in this area has become a professional imperative. Yet many mental health professionals report feeling unprepared to effectively support this vulnerable population. This program addresses the critical gap between general mental health training and the specialized competencies required for chronic illness practice. Participants examine professional imperatives including prevalence statistics and specific ACA ethical obligations, explore the unique biopsychosocial reality of chronic illness including dynamic disability concepts and energy management theories, and develop practical skills through evidence-based approaches specifically adapted for this population. The program provides coverage of CBT and ACT applications through hands-on exercises, introduces emerging approaches including Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, and clinical hypnosis within appropriate scope of practice frameworks, and develops collaborative care strategies for navigating interdisciplinary healthcare relationships while maintaining ethical boundaries.
"My therapist didn't understand" - a common refrain from chronically ill clients seeking mental health support.
Learning Objectives
After completing the program, participants will be able to...
Analyze professional imperatives and ethical obligations for developing competency in chronic illness mental health practice, including statistical data, ACA ethical applications, and scope of practice boundaries (Professional Orientation and Ethics)
Apply evidence-based therapeutic approaches (CBT and ACT) specifically adapted for chronic illness populations, including hands-on tool development and treatment selection criteria (Helping Relationships)
Evaluate emerging therapeutic approaches (Somatic Experiencing, IFS, PRT, Clinical Hypnosis) for chronic illness presentations while navigating complex ethical dilemmas and maintaining scope of practice boundaries (Professional Orientation and Ethics)
Implement collaborative care strategies with healthcare providers including communication protocols, role clarification, and client self-advocacy training while upholding ethical standards (Professional Orientation and Ethics)
Apply cultural humility and recognize developmental considerations when working with chronically ill clients from diverse backgrounds, including intersectionality, dynamic disability concepts, and lifespan transitions (Social and Cultural Diversity, Human Growth and Development)
Develop personal competency plans for ongoing professional development in chronic illness practice, including self-care strategies, boundary maintenance, and referral network building (Professional Orientation and Ethics)
Your Presenter
Destiny Davis, LPC, CRC
Destiny brings unique qualifications to this topic:
5 years of exclusive practice serving clients with complex physical medical conditions
Dual expertise: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) + Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)
Specialized training: MS in Clinical Rehabilitation + Extensive ACT training + Year 2 Somatic Experiencing
Real-world experience: Current private practice owner working exclusively with chronic illness populations
Clinical depth: Graduate-level training in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from Mercer University
Destiny combines the rehabilitation counseling expertise in disability/chronic illness with advanced clinical mental health skills, providing practical, evidence-based strategies grounded in both professional training, extensive direct practice experience, and lived experience.
Perfect for professionals who:
Want to develop specialized competency in chronic illness practice
Currently see chronically ill clients and want enhanced skills
Seek to understand scope of practice boundaries with medical populations
Need practical tools for collaborative care with healthcare providers
Want to expand their practice to serve this underserved population
Technical Requirements
Platform: Zoom
Device: Computer, tablet, or smartphone with camera and microphone
Internet: Stable broadband connection recommended
Features: Breakout rooms, screen sharing, chat function, polls
Technical support available throughout the program
CE Credit Information
Certificates: Provided upon completion of program quiz and evaluation.
In Georgia, the Composite Board of Professional Counselors may recognize continuing education (CE) credits from non-pre-approved sources if they fall under specific qualifying categories. A counselor must use their professional judgment to ensure a course meets the board's requirements and is responsible for documenting all credits in case of an audit.
Accommodations
Closed captioning will be provided live via Zoom.
We are committed to providing accessible programming. If you require accommodations for participation, please contact us. Questions? (Program Questions & Content, Registration Assistance, Technical Support) Contact Destiny at destiny@destinywinters.com or 404-905-3391 (text or call) and please allow 3-5 business days for a response.
See testimonials from past trainings & podcast episodes Destiny has facilitated:
“I wanted to send you a brief note of appreciation for your work in the chronic illness therapy space. Your podcast is outstanding and has helped me manage my chronic illnesses and pain as well as become a better therapist to the people I work with. What you have done to expand access to deeply informed and compassionate therapy for people living with chronic illness is absolutely incredible. Just a quick note of deep appreciation for all you do. ”