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When a Client's Report of Suicidal Ideation is Holding You Hostage: Do DAMAGE CONTROL!
(4 CE Hours)
Course Description
Managing clients with suicidal ideation can often leave clinicians feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and uncertain, as if they are being "held hostage" by the responsibility of preventing a crisis. This course equips mental health professionals with the tools to confidently assess, intervene, and manage suicide risk using the DAMAGE CONTROL mnemonic device and other evidence-based frameworks. Participants will learn to understand key suicide risk factors, create a structured, step-by-step approach to assessing and responding to suicidality, and develop collaborative, client-centered safety plans.
By integrating the Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) framework, clinicians will also explore how to reduce their own stress and emotional burden while supporting their clients. This course offers practical resources, research-based interventions, and detailed references to ensure that professionals are fully equipped to handle suicide risk without feeling paralyzed by fear or uncertainty. Clinicians will leave with the confidence to manage these difficult cases effectively while maintaining their own well-being.
And remember that our NBCC ACEP provider status means you may be able to utilize this course toward your license renewal!
ACEP Number: 7656 Approval Date: November 20, 2024
The Counselor Edge. LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No.7656. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Counselor Edge. LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
IMPORTANT NOTE: We enforce video watching. If you find yourself stuck in a loop, make sure you have watched the complete video, or the site will require you to return to complete it. Should you have any difficulties, email us at [email protected].
We are thankful you chose The Counselor Edge, LLC for your training and are eager to serve you so just let us know if you need anything!
Dr. Rose
WE ARE SO HAPPY YOU ARE HERE!
Like many clinicians, you may have waded through course descriptions to find a suicide risk assessment and treatment course worth your time and money. We are glad you chose our course! Not only is this available as an individual 4 CE course, but it can also be taken as part of our 20 CE License Renewal Package. If you would like to upgrade to that package, email us to let us know asap! Otherwise, know that we have packed this course full of content, resources, free digital download tools, and video examples to help you.
You also get to learn alongside a clinician who is struggling with self-care after months filled with clients reporting suicidal ideation. She is taking this course, looking for a treatment structure and process that helps her clients and reduces her worry.
Course Learning Objectives
- Explore current national trends, policies, and best practices in suicide prevention and intervention, including evolving guidelines from organizations like the CDC, SAMHSA, and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, to stay informed on effective, evidence-based approaches.
- Master the DAMAGE CONTROL mnemonic to assess, intervene, and manage clients presenting with suicide risk, providing a structured, step-by-step approach to support clear decision-making and effective treatment planning.
- Gain in-depth knowledge of the CAMS framework, including practical experience using the Suicide Status Form (SSF) to collaboratively assess suicide risk, develop safety plans, and enhance client engagement in their own treatment process.
- Develop and implement evidence-based suicide risk safety plans using the Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) framework, gaining practical skills to collaboratively identify warning signs, coping strategies, and supports with clients, ensuring a personalized and effective approach to managing acute suicide risk.
At the end of each module, you'll take a brief quiz (yep, this is how you earn CE credit) - but don't worry - you can do hard things! 🛤️ At The Counselor Edge, LLC, we believe the way you learn the best is by your own self-reflection, so there's not a cumulative final in this course. We are into breaking the mold, not your spirit! ❤️
Always eager to learn with you,
Dr. Rose
