Clinical Training

The Balanced Life, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6838. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.

The Balanced Life, LLC is also an approved Continuing Education provider for the Alabama Board of Social Work Examiners No. 0667  |  The Balanced Life, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

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We offer a 50% discount on registration for graduate students currently enrolled in Master’s Programs in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or Marriage and Family Therapy. This discount is limited to the first three student registrants per training.
Please email Dana Hampson at dana@thebalancedlifellc.com  for more information!

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Does AI have a place in the mental health field?

Madison Public Library 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison, United States

3 Contact Hours
Friday, September 18, 2026 | 9:45 am- 1:15 pm (tentative)
In Person Training: Madison Public Library Auditorium 142 Plaza Blvd. Madison, AL 35758

Cost to attend:
$95 by 9/4/26
$125 through 9/17/26

Speaker: Amy Moor, LPC-S of Renaissance Mind and Body (Florence, AL)

Learning Objectives:

1. Understanding AI that is available for counselors and social workers.

2. Discuss the pros and cons of AI use in the clinical field.

3. Understand ethical practices with utilizing AI.

Get Tickets $95.00 – $125.00

Healing Generational Trauma

South Huntsville Public Library 7901-L Bailey Cove Road, Huntsville, United States

4 Contact Hours
Friday, October 23, 2026 | 9:45 am- 2:15 pm
In Person Training: South Huntsville Public Library Auditorium 7901-L Bailey Cove Road Huntsville, AL 35802

Cost to attend:
$105 by 10/9/26
$135 through 10/22/26

Speaker: Mackenzie Boothe, LPC

Learning Objectives:

1. Explore social and biological mechanisms which perpetuate generational trauma.

2. Discuss research findings and implications of epigenetics.

3. Learn to develop a family genogram and generational trauma narrative with client.

4. Help clients gain better understanding of themselves and their family unit to heal more holistically.

Get Tickets $105.00 – $135.00

Autism: Diagnosis, Care & Considerations

Madison Public Library 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison, United States

6 Contact Hours (lunch included)
Friday, December 4, 2026 | 9:45 am- 4:30 pm
In Person Training: Madison Public Library Auditorium 142 Plaza Blvd. Madison, AL 35758

Cost to attend:
$135 by 11/20/26
$165 through 12/2/26

Speaker: Maggie Minsk, LPC

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand current Autism diagnostic criteria.

2. Identify and use common screening and assessment tools.

3. Create an Autism-informed therapy checklist.

4. Provide neurodiversity-affirming care and communicate diagnoses effectively.

Get Tickets $135.00 – $165.00

Identifying and Treating Adult ADHD

Madison Public Library 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison, United States

6 Contact Hours (lunch included)
Friday, January 8, 2026 | 9:45 am- 4:30 pm (tentative)
In Person Training: Madison Public Library Auditorium 142 Plaza Blvd. Madison, AL 35758

Cost to attend:
$135 by 12/25/26
$165 through 1/6/27

Speaker: Mackenzie Boothe, LPC

Learning Objectives:

1. Gain confidence in identifying ADHD clients, even the sneaky high-functioning presentations.
2. Learn how to tackle common trouble spots for people with ADHD, such as time management, organization, prioritization, emotional regulation, impulsivity, forgetfulness, distraction, and more.
3. Discuss treatment for common comorbid disorders like anxiety, depression, substance abuse, OCD and more.
4. Learn to collaborate with clients in building tailored systems to manage executive dysfunction at home and work.
5. Learn strategies such as the brain dump, the Pomodoro technique, different methods of schedule-keeping, gamifying tasks, body doubling, and more.

Get Tickets $135.00 – $165.00

Working with couples

Madison Public Library 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison, United States

3 Contact Hours
Friday, February 12, 2027 | 9:45 am- 1:15 pm (tentative)
In Person Training: Madison Public Library Auditorium 142 Plaza Blvd. Madison, AL 35758

Cost to attend:
$95 by 1/29/27
$135 through 2/11//27

Speaker: Holly Walker, LPC-S

Learning Objectives Coming Soon!

Get Tickets $95.00 – $135.00

DBT Skills & Strategies: Dealing with Difficult Clients

Madison Public Library 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison, United States

4 Contact Hours
Friday, March 5, 2026 | 9:45 am- 2:30 pm (tentative)
In Person Training: Madison Public Library Auditorium 142 Plaza Blvd. Madison, AL 35758

Cost to attend:
$105 by 2/19/27
$135 through 3/4/27

Speaker: Maggie Minsk, LPC

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand challenging BPD behaviors from a DBT perspective.
2. Apply DBT strategies to difficult clinical interactions.
3. Manage therapist reactions and maintain effective boundaries.

Get Tickets $105.00 – $135.00

Eye Movement Integration for Anxieties, Phobias, Grief and Trauma

Madison Public Library 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison, United States

6 Contact Hours (lunch included)
Friday, April 9, 2027 | 9:45 am- 4:30 pm (tentative)
In Person Training: Madison Public Library Auditorium 142 Plaza Blvd. Madison, AL 35758

Cost to attend:
$135 by 3/26/27
$165 through 4/7/27

Speaker: Mackenzie Boothe, LPC

Learning Objectives:

1. Learn about the foundations of Eye Movement Integration, and how it is similar to and different from EMDR.
2. Practice building anchor points with clients prior to eye movement using competency statements and safe place visualizations.
3. Discover the step-by-step process to alleviate symptoms from anxiety disorders, phobias, grief, and traumatic memories in one session!
4. Practice using Eye Movement Integration and receive feedback in real time, so you feel confident using this technique in your practice right away.

Get Tickets $135.00 – $165.00

Somatics with Tapping

Madison Public Library 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison, United States

3 Contact Hours
Friday, May 14, 2027 | 9:45 am- 1:15 pm (tentative)
In Person Training: Madison Public Library Auditorium 142 Plaza Blvd. Madison, AL 35758

Cost to attend:
$95 by 4/20/27
$125 through 5/13/27

Speaker: Holly Walker, LPC-S and Kelli Pavlovec, ALC

Learning Objectives Coming Soon!

Get Tickets $95.00 – $105.00

The Neuroscience of Validation & Change

Madison Public Library 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison, United States

4 Contact Hours
Friday, June 11, 2027 | 9:45 am- 2:30 pm (tentative)
In Person Training: Madison Public Library Auditorium 142 Plaza Blvd. Madison, AL 35758

Cost to attend:
$105 by 5/28/27
$135 through 6/10/27

Speaker: Maggie Minsk, LPC

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the brain processes involved in therapeutic change.
2. Apply evidence-informed strategies that enhance client engagement and lasting change.
3. Use therapeutic communication techniques that support emotional and behavioral change.

Get Tickets $105.00 – $135.00

Treating Developmental Trauma and Attachment Wounds

Madison Public Library 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison, United States

6 Contact Hours (lunch included)
Friday, August 13, 2027 | 9:45 am- 4:30 pm (tentative)
In Person Training: Madison Public Library Auditorium 142 Plaza Blvd. Madison, AL 35758

Cost to attend:
$135 by 7/30/27 (includes lunch)
$165 through 8/11/27 (includes lunch)

Speaker: Mackenzie Boothe, LPC

Learning Objectives:

1. Define different types of trauma and understand the psychological, social, and physical effects it has on a person’s lifespan, including changes in the brain and nervous system.
2. Discuss Attachment Theory and how attachment styles are influenced by traumatic experiences.
3. Learn how to stabilize a client in crisis using safety planning, psychoeducation, healthy coping skills, harm reduction, and relaxation approaches.
4. Discuss methods of processing traumatic experiences, including tracing triggers, trauma narratives, timeline exercises, and more.
5. Learn how to build resilience in your clients, including setting boundaries, combatting negative belief patterns, and building a healthy support system.

Get Tickets $135.00 – $165.00

CBT

Madison Public Library 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison, United States

3 Contact Hours
Friday, September 10, 2027 | 9:45 am- 1:15 pm (tentative)
In Person Training: Madison Public Library Auditorium 142 Plaza Blvd. Madison, AL 35758

Cost to attend:
$95 by 8/27/27
$165 through 9/9/27

Speaker: Holly Walker, LPC-S and Lacy Pezzaniti, ALC

Learning Objectives Coming Soon!

Get Tickets $95.00 – $135.00

Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to Lead a Values-Driven Life

Madison Public Library 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison, United States

6 Contact Hours (lunch included)
Friday, October 8, 2027 | 9:45 am- 4:30 pm (tentative)
In Person Training: Madison Public Library Auditorium 142 Plaza Blvd. Madison, AL 35758

Cost to attend:
$135 by 9/24/27 (includes lunch)
$165 through 10/6/27 (includes lunch)

Speaker: Dana Hampson, LPC-S, MBA

Learning Objectives:

1. Define the core principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: acceptance, cognitive defusion, contact with the present moment, values clarification, self as context, and committed action.

2. Understand how psychological flexibility supports client growth and contributes to improved coping, emotional regulation, and behavior change.

3. Demonstrate basic ACT-based counseling techniques, including mindfulness exercises, values exploration, and defusion strategies.

Get Tickets $135.00 – $165.00

Refund, Transfer, Cancellation and Postponement Policy

Refunds:

If a refund is requested by the participant a refund, minus a $25.00 administrative fee, will be provided assuming the request is received at least two weeks in advance of the event. All cancellations must be in writing and should be emailed to dana@thebalancedlifellc.com. No refunds will be issued if the request is received less than two weeks prior to the training event.  If a participant fails to attend the seminar, no refunds or transfers will be issued.

Transfers:

If a participant is unable to come to a training he/she is registered for, he/she may transfer the registration fee to the next training only. The request to transfer the registration must made in writing to dana@thebalancedlifellc.com.  If there is a balance due (i.e. the original training fee is less than the one being transferred to), the participant will need to submit a check to The Balanced Life, LLC for the balance a minimum of two weeks prior to the new training date.

Cancellations:

If The Balanced Life, LLC cancels a seminar, a full refund will be provided. The Balanced Life, LLC reserves the right to cancel any seminar due to low enrollment, weather or other special circumstance.

Postponements:​

At times, postponing a seminar may be unavoidable. If a seminar is postponed, all registered will have the option to attend the seminar on the newly scheduled date, or have their registration transferred to another seminar of their choice within the next 12 months. No refunds will be given. If a seminar is not attended within that 12-month period, transfer of paid registration to another seminar is forfeited.

By enrolling, regardless of payment method, means that you agree to and will adhere to the refund, transfer, cancellation and postponement policy.

The Balanced Life, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6838. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.  The Balanced Life, LLC is also an approved Continuing Education provider for the Alabama Board of Social Work Examiners No. 0667.The Balanced Life, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.