Course Overview

The definition of what constitutes a “family” has always been fluid in society. However, the law, in practice, struggles with terms that have various meanings. This session will explore the legal and ethical considerations that shape the experiences of persons seeking to build their family, and the professionals who support them in this journey. Case examples will be used to guide the understanding of simple and complex considerations. This training is geared towards professionals who are working with youths, parents, LGBTQ+ families and legal system. This training will help you: 1) Understand the development of the legal definition of family NYS. 2) Identify the roles included in the legal definition of family. 3) Describe the mechanisms through which members of a family can be legally identified. 4) Identify the legal options for custody and visitation arrangements. 5) Competently support clients through effective communication with legal players.

Meet Your Instructor

Dr. Kathryn Krase has over 20 years of experience as a social worker, lawyer, and educator. Kathryn is the Principal Consultant with Krase Consulting. She is an expert on the professional reporting of suspected child maltreatment, and has authored multiple books and articles on the subject. She has years of experience consulting with government and community-based organizations to develop policy & practice standards.

Course Curriculum

3 Chapters · 6 Lessons

  1. 1

    Webinar Slides

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Presentation

  2. 2

    Webinar Video

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      Webinar Video Part 1

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Webinar Video Part 2

  3. 3

    Feedback & Survey

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Course Evaluation

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      License Information

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Prepare For Your Certficate

Program Registration Requirements

1. Course Eligibility This program is open to: • Licensed or pre-licensed mental health professionals (e.g., counselors, psychologists, social workers, MFTs) • Graduate students currently enrolled in a mental health-related program 2. Technical Requirements To participate in our online courses hosted on Thinkific, please ensure: • Access to a desktop/laptop (preferred) or a mobile device • A modern web browser such as Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge • A stable internet connection (minimum 5 Mbps recommended) • Speakers/headphones to listen to course audio • JavaScript and cookies must be enabled Note: Internet Explorer is not supported. 3. Provider Contact Information Helping Hands Psychotherapy 165 N. Village Avenue Rockville Centre, NY 11570 📞 Phone: 516-442-1116 📧 Email: [email protected] 🌐 Website: www.hhptherapy.com

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Course Fee:

$40.00

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