This one hour lively, interactive presentation focuses on basic therapeutic principles and strategies to build better communication with patients and have more effective visits. Approaches are those that can be integrated into health visits in varied settings and apply to varied populations. We will review effective uses of therapeutic communication including strategies to engage clients in their care, address potential racial and cultural differences, and build trust and connection. We will discuss common therapeutic strategies, mostly based in cognitive behavioral therapy, for talking with patients about management of common concerns like reducing anxiety and improving mood. | 1.0 credits CE/CME category 1 credits (0 Pharmacology) | $27.50

Motivational Interviewing emphasizes a communicative, collaborative approach focusing on fostering internal motivation to change a current behavior while promoting self-efficacy and growth. It is also evidenced-based, with many studies measuring the effectiveness of this approach in areas from addiction to postpartum depression. The beauty of Motivational Interviewing is that, though proficiency is complex and takes time, novice users can implement strategies and create noticeable impact. This upbeat, interactive, even humorous training equips attendees with essential knowledge and skills to start using Motivational Interviewing immediately. Attendees will have immediate new tools in their toolbox to help clients identify and move towards their goals. Attendees will practice with actual scripts demonstrating how to respond to patient ambivalence, resistance, or fear. The presentation will help increase attendees’ knowledge and comfort with helping individuals who are stuck and struggling and improve understanding of how to help clients live healthier lives. | 1.0 credits CE/CME category 1 credits (0 Pharmacology) | $27.50

This engaging educational session will equip the nurse practitioner with essential skills and strategies to handle critical situations effectively. This presentation covers the fundamentals of crisis management, including early warning signs, de-escalation techniques, and intervention strategies. Participants will learn to identify potential crises, apply preventive measures, and utilize proven methods to manage high-stress situations calmly and efficiently. Gain practical insights into maintaining safety, communicating clearly under pressure, and fostering a supportive environment. This session is ideal for nurse practitioners who are interested in enhancing their ability to prevent and manage crises in various settings. Attendees will learn actionable skills and build confidence to address crises with a proactive and informed approach. | 1.0 CE/CME category 1 credits (0.50 Pharmacology) | $30

This presentation examines strategies that health care providers can utilize to assess for and prevent suicide in the health care setting. The epidemiology of suicide will be briefly reviewed, and there will be a special discussion surrounding suicide among health care providers. This talk includes approaches to training office staff in suicide awareness and prevention. Safety planning, documentation, follow up, and self-care for the provider will be reviewed. The goal of this activity is to empower health care providers to confidently address suicide risk in their patient populations. | 1.50 CE/CME category 1 credits (1.0 Pharmacology) | $35

Research shows that violence has a significant and lasting impact on mental and physical well-being. Gun violence is a serious threat to the health of many communities in the United States. Statistics show that every day, 318 people are directly involved in gun-related violence, and the numbers grow substantially when family and friends are added to these totals. Looking beyond the political viewpoints, this lecture will discuss the history of gun violence in the United States and globally, explore current data on gun violence, and examine the influence of structural violence on population health. The lecture will also investigate some of the challenges faced by the healthcare community as it strives to improve the health and well-being of the population. | 1.0 CE/CME category 1 credits (0 Pharmacology) | $27.5

This session explores the neurobiological underpinnings of anxiety disorders and the emerging role of precision medicine in optimizing diagnosis and treatment. Designed for primary care clinicians, it bridges cutting-edge neuroscience with practical clinical application. Participants will gain an understanding of how genetic, biochemical, and neurocircuit-based insights can inform individualized care strategies. The discussion will also address how to integrate novel biomarkers, digital tools, and personalized treatment algorithms into everyday primary care workflows—enhancing early identification, treatment selection, and patient outcomes. | 1.0 CE/CME category 1 credits (1.0 Pharmacology) | $30

Anxiety disorders and compulsive conditions remain among the most prevalent—and often misdiagnosed—mental health challenges encountered in both psychiatric and primary care settings. With the DSM-5-TR emphasizing refined diagnostic boundaries, and the growing availability of pharmacogenomic tools to personalize treatment, nurse practitioners are uniquely positioned to improve outcomes through precision-based, evidence-informed care. This session provides an in-depth exploration of updated diagnostic criteria, emerging disease models, and nuanced differentiation among anxiety-related and compulsive disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder (SAD), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). | 1.0 CE/CME category 1 credits (1.0 Pharmacology) | $30