Trainings and Workshops

Gain clinical skills in professional training sessions led by expert clinicians.

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At The Ross Center, we are committed to offering professional development and continuing education opportunities to mental health providers and other health professionals. It is part of our vision to expand the use of quality, evidence-based treatment that reflects best practices and up-to-date research. We are proud to have many world-class, highly experienced clinicians as part of our team who will be providing trainings and seminars at our facilities, and regularly bring in outside experts to conduct training workshops.

Our programming includes live, interactive webinar presentations as well as video on demand homestudy courses. We strive to provide training on a range of topics, including cultural competence, LGBTQIA+, ethics, law, and risk management, categories that are often required for licensure renewal by state licensing boards.

Gain clinical skills in professional training sessions led by expert clinicians.

The Ross Center is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Ross Center maintains responsibility for this program and its content. The Ross Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0105. Ross Management Services, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0701.

Upcoming Trainings & Workshops

2 -3 CEs per session, 11 CEs for entire series for Psychologists and Social Workers. Many licensing boards accept CE from APA approved sponsors as well as for trainings approved by boards in other jurisdictions.

9/11, 10/02, 11/06, 12/04, 1/08 11:00am ET

Providing Gender Affirming Care to Trans and Non-Binary Clients

This 5-Part Series teaches competencies in assessment, affirmative treatment planning, gender affirmation pathways, and writing gender-affirming surgery support letters through practical, case-based learning.

1.5 CEs for each session of this 2-part series for Psychologists and Social Workers. Many licensing boards accept CE from APA approved sponsors as well as for trainings approved by boards in other jurisdictions.

9/18 and 9/25: 10 - 11:30am ET

Sleep in Children & Adolescents: Disorder versus Development

This intermediate two-part webinar outlines the prevalence of primary pediatric sleep disorders, how and when to treat and when to refer.

1 CE for each session of this 3-part series for Psychologists and Social Workers. Many licensing boards accept CE from APA approved sponsors as well as for trainings approved by boards in other jurisdictions.

10/19, 11/13, and 12/18: 12 - 1:00pm ET

The Changing Landscape of Weight and Mental Health: Cultural, Clinical, and Psychological Implications

This three-part intermediate series examines the mental health–weight connection, the impact of weight stigma and internalized bias, and the emerging psychological implications of GLP-1 medications and modern pharmacology treatments.

2 CEs per session, 6 CEs for entire series for Psychologists and Social Workers. Many licensing boards accept CE from APA approved sponsors as well as for trainings approved by boards in other jurisdictions.

Recorded in July, 2026. 3 Sessions.

Artificial Intelligence and the Practice of Psychology: Ethical and Clinical Considerations

This intermediate webinar series provides an accessible, clinically grounded overview of how AI tools are currently being used in mental health care, with particular attention to applications within private practice.

1.5 CE Contact Hours for Psychologists and Social Workers. Many licensing boards accept CE from APA approved sponsors as well as for trainings approved by boards in other jurisdictions.

Recorded 6/5/2026 1.5 Hours

Modern Obesity Treatments in Behavioral Health Care: Mechanisms, Monitoring & Clinical Considerations

This introductory presentation explores the complex and often underrecognized relationship between obesity and mental health, highlighting how conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia both contribute to and are impacted by obesity.

1 CE Contact Hour for Psychologist and social workers. Many licensing boards accept CE from APA approved sponsors as well as for trainings approved by boards in other jurisdictions.

Recorded 05/22/2026

Pathological Demand Avoidance: Origin of the Term and State of Research

Led by Dr. Danny Pine, this webinar provided an overview of Persistent Demand Avoidance (PDA), including its key clinical features and how it presents in parent–child interactions and other contexts.

1.5 CE Contact Hours for Psychologists and Social Workers

Recorded on 05/15/2026 1.5 Hours

Obesity: Beyond Willpower - When Biology, Stress, and Environment Collide

This introductory webinar provides a practical, evidence-based overview of obesity as a chronic, relapsing disease, highlighting a deeper understanding of the biological, genetic, and environmental drivers of obesity, reframing it beyond personal responsibility.

2 CE Contact Hours for Psychologist and social workers. Many licensing boards accept CE from APA approved sponsors as well as for trainings approved by boards in other jurisdictions.

Recorded on 4/1/2026

Ethics in Private Practice Homestudy

This intermediate recorded webinar examined ethical decision-making in contemporary mental health practice through the use of applied frameworks and real-world case discussions.

2 CE Contact Hours For: Psychologists in all states, Social Workers in New York, Virginia, and Washington, DC. Many licensing boards accept CE from APA approved sponsors as well as for trainings approved by boards in other jurisdictions.

Recorded on 03/27/2026

Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder: An Introduction to Treatment

This intermediate training introduced ways to build rapport with FND patients as well as treat their symptoms. Evidence-based treatments and specific techniques to use in sessions were shared.

1.25 CE Contact Hours for Psychologist in all states, Social Workers in New York, Virginia, Washington, DC

Recorded on 03/25/2026

The Balint Group: From Doing to Being, and Back Again Homestudy

This introductory recorded webinar will explore the history of Balint Groups, as well as their context, purpose, and the research data pertaining to outcomes and effects, oriented to psychotherapists considering participation or training in the Balint method.

2 CE Contact Hours: For Psychologists in all states, Social Workers in New York, Virginia, and Washington, DC, and CHES professionals.

Recorded on 12/5/2025

Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT): Who It’s For and How It Works

This introductory-level training provides mental health professionals with a foundational understanding of Parent–Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).

6 CE Contact Hours for Entire Series or 2 CE Contact Hours for Individual Sessions for: Psychologists (all states) Social Workers – New York, Virginia and Washington, DC CHES professionals

Recorded 10/3, 10/10 and 10/17/25

Treating Perinatal Challenges: From Mood & Anxiety to Grief & Loss

This 3-part beginner-level training series provides a foundation for understanding, treating, and supporting perinatal mental health.

3 CE Contact Hours: For Psychologists in all states, Social Workers in New York, Virginia, and Washington, DC, and CHES professionals. Many licensing boards accept CE from APA approved sponsors as well as for trainings approved by boards in other jurisdictions. It is possible to attend either Part 1 or Part 2 (for 1.5 CEs each). Option to make appropriate selection in Registration.

Recorded on 09/19/25

Telehealth for Neuropsychological Testing and Psychotherapy

This intermediate-level, three-hour virtual training provides an introduction to the ethical practice of teleneuropsychology.

1.5 CE Contact Hours: For Psychologists in all states, Social Workers in New York, Virginia, and Washington, DC, and CHES professionals.

Recorded on 9/12/2025

Addressing School Refusal: The SPACE Approach

This beginner-level, virtual training provides an introduction to the use of SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) principles when working with the parents of a child struggling with school refusal.

1 CE Contact Hour: For Psychologists in all states, Social Workers in New York, Virginia, and Washington, DC, and CHES professionals. Many licensing boards accept CE from APA approved sponsors as well as for trainings approved by boards in other jurisdictions.

Recorded on 7/25/2025

How Early Relationships Shape the Depressed Brain: A Developmental Lens for Clinical Practice

Early life experiences, particularly within close relationships, play a powerful role in shaping the developing brain and future mental health.

3 CE for all psychologists, Social workers in NY, VA, TN, and Washington, DC, and CHES

Recorded on 04/04/25

Working with Artists & Athletes: A Guide for Therapists and Other Professionals

Drawing from decades of clinical experience and solid psychological research, this intermediate-level training provides a specialized training for mental health professionals on working effectively with performing artists and athletes at all levels.

3 CE for all psychologists, Social workers in NY, VA, and Washington, DC, and CHES

Recorded on 3/21/2025

Navigating Telehealth Practices in Behavioral Health

This interactive, three-hour virtual workshop provides an introductory overview of telehealth for behavioral health providers. It covers legal, ethical, and practical considerations necessary for an effective telehealth practice.

2 CEs per workshop, 10 CEs for entire series for Psychologists Nationwide, for Social Workers in NY, VA & DC, for CHES

Recorded on 1/10/25

Empowered Living for BIPOC Clients: A Strength-Based, CBT Approach to Racial Stress

Have you ever wondered how you can prepare yourself to engage in meaningful, culturally-sensitive, and therapeutic conversations about culturally stressful experiences with BIPOC clients? If so, this intermediate level series of workshops is for you!

2 CEs for Psychologists & Social Workers Nationwide. 2 CME for Physicians. 2 CEs for Certified Health Educators

Recorded on 8/23/24

Managing Long-Term Suicidal Ideation in BIPOC Youth

In this intermediate-level integrated workshop, we address social location and the proper tools to use when assessing suicidal ideation with BIPOC youth.

2 CE for all psychologist, VA & NY social workers and CHES.

Recorded on 6/28/2024

Ketamine: History and Considerations for Clinicians

This intermediate-level presentation explores three themes relating to ketamine: history that led to research on the therapeutic use of ketamine, efficacy data for ketamine, and some of the issues that clinicians face when considering whether to recommend treatment with ketamine.

3 CE for psychologists nationwide, social workers in VA, DC and NY, and CHES professionals

Recorded on 5/24/2024

Psychological Approaches to Creating Healthy Media Habits

In this intermediate level training, we discuss the use of interactive media, including social media and video games, and how screen use impacts individuals of all ages.

1 CE for psychologists nationwide, social workers in VA, DC & NY, and CHES professionals

Recorded on 3/22/2024

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in the Treatment of Chronic Pain

This beginner level training is designed to enhance mental health providers’ understanding of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in the treatment of chronic pain.

2 CEs for Psychologists, Social Workers, & Certified Health Educators

Recorded on 10/20/2023

ADHD Diagnosis, Treatment, and Promising Interventions

In this beginner level interactive webinar, psychiatrist Daniel Pine and psychologist Ryan Landoll discuss the diagnosis and treatment of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children and adults.

3 CE’s for Psychologists Nationwide, 3 CE’s for Social Workers in NY, DC and VA.

Recorded on 4/28/2023

Promoting Empowerment in Therapy: A New Model for Culturally Responsive Assessment & Treatment Planning

Have you ever wondered how you can prepare yourself to engage in meaningful, culturally-sensitive, and therapeutic conversations about culturally stressful experiences? If so, this intermediate level presentation is for you!

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4 CE for all Psychologists, Social workers in NY, VA, MN and Washington, DC

Authenticity in Practice: Bringing Yourself to Your Individual Clients

DEI Training: Explore effective communication styles and strategies for navigating workplace dynamics

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1 CE for Psychologists, Social Workers, & Certified Health Educators

Escape from Escape: Introduction to Digital Use Disorders

The demand for greater recognition and treatment of problematic use of internet and video games has been growing throughout in the digital age.

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1.5 CE's for Psychologists Nationwide

An Introduction to Board Certification for Clinical Psychologists

Webinar for psychologists to understand the rationale for pursuing board certification as part of one’s professional development

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3.5 CE for Psychologists, Social Workers, and CHES Specialists

Assessment and Treatment of Digital Use Disorders

This program identifies what screen use does to our brains, who is most at risk, treatments & prevention techniques available and where to seek ...

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1.5 CE's for Psychologists

Bullying in the Digital Era

Learn to assess when cyber bullying is occurring and strategies to effectively help the victim

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Free - No CEs

Medications for Children and Adolescents - An Overview for Psychotherapists

A FREE zoom workshop for therapists who want to learn about medications used to treat children and adolescents.

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Psychotropic Medications for Children and Adolescents with ADHD

Learn about medications for ADHD including efficacy, when to refer, and common side effects with psychiatrist Dr. Kristine Goins

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2 CE Credits for Psychologists

Concussion: A Clinical Update and Common Comorbidities

This intermediate-level training webinar will help clinicians to better understand concussion symptom patterns, including anxiety

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Psychotropic Medications for Anxiety: An Overview for Psychotherapists

Build awareness of the importance of your role in making a referral for medication management and how best to collaborate with a psychiatrist to ...

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Navigating ‘Hot Topic’ Ethical Issues in Today’s Medical-Legal Environment

This intermediate-level training will focus on highlighting current ethical and legal issues for mental health care providers.

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Integrated CBT for Anxiety Disorders and Co-Occurring Substance Use Disorders

This important workshop will help clinicians more effectively treat clients with anxiety and co-occurring substance use disorders.

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Moving Toward a Transgender Affirmative Clinical Practice

This intermediate-level workshop is designed to help mental health practitioners working with children and adolescents to address biases and attitudes...

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