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Mental Health Conferences
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2025
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Illinois
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ICA 77th Pre-Conference Workshops
Mental Health Conferences
ICA 77th Pre-Conference Workshops
The ICA 77th Pre-Conference Workshops will be held in Northbrook, Illinois, offering a range of in-person sessions focused on various counseling topics.
November 06, 2025
Northbrook, Illinois
In-person Event
CEUs Available
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
The ICA 77th Pre-Conference Workshops offer a comprehensive range of sessions aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of counseling professionals. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in workshops covering topics such as self-injury, ADHD, spiritually integrated counseling, neuro-informed supervision, sexual wellness, EMDR, and culturally responsive practices. The event will be held at the Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel in Northbrook, Illinois, providing a collaborative environment for learning and networking.
The agenda includes both morning and afternoon workshops, each offering 3 CEs/PDs. Notable sessions include 'Empowering Those Who Self-Injure,' 'Unique Struggles of ADHD and Non-ADHD Partnership,' and 'How to Talk About Sex: Exemplary Practices for Counseling Sexology & Sexual Wellness.' The conference aims to equip counselors with practical strategies and insights to better serve their clients and communities.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date
November 06, 2025
Location
Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel
City/State
Northbrook, Illinois
Address
933 Skokie Boulevard, Northbrook, Illinois 60062, United States
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Illinois Counseling Association
The Illinois Counseling Association supports professional counseling in Illinois, providing resources, education, and advocacy for counselors.
Email: ica@ilcounseling.org
Phone: 815-787-8787
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference will feature morning and afternoon workshops, each offering 3 CEs/PDs. Sessions include topics on self-injury, ADHD, spiritually integrated counseling, and more.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Dr. Victoria E. Kress
Dr. Kress is the 75th president of the American Counseling Association, director of Clinical Mental Health and Addictions Counseling Programs at Youngstown State University, and has published extensively in counseling.
Cheri DeMoss
Cheri DeMoss is an experienced counselor specializing in ADHD and Non-ADHD partnerships.
Craig Cashwell, Ph.D.
Dr. Cashwell is a counselor educator with expertise in spiritually integrated counseling and neuro-informed supervision.
Dr. Frances McClain
Dr. McClain is the Director of Clinical Training at The Chicago School, co-founder of the Association of Counseling Sexology & Sexual Wellness, and an advocate for marginalized populations.
Lisa Salvadore
Lisa Salvadore is a faculty member at UIC, specializing in social work practice, and an advocate for mental health and sexual minority populations.
Katie Grant
Katie Grant is an EMDR Certified Therapist and Approved Consultant, focusing on group EMDR therapy.
Pamela Fullerton, PhD
Dr. Fullerton is an expert in culturally responsive practices for serving undocumented and immigrant populations.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
ICA workshops provide CEs through Counseling Education Licensure with IDFPR, recognized for LPC/LCPC, LSW/LCSW, LicPsych, and MFTs.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay (unless you live relatively close).
The conference will be held at the Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel, located at 933 Skokie Boulevard, Northbrook, Illinois. Attendees are encouraged to contact the hotel directly for accommodation options.
Parking Information
Unless you're taking public transit.
Parking details are not provided. Attendees may need to contact the Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel for parking arrangements.
Other Links and Information
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