This training empowers mental health professionals to use genograms as a collaborative tool, enriching client engagement and fostering deeper insights into familial and personal dynamics. Participants will master the construction of intricate genograms, accurately depicting family relationships, emotional dynamics, and patterns. They will also acquire skills to apply genograms in various counseling scenarios, adapting to diverse cultural backgrounds and family structures.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Demonstrate mastery of genogram construction and interpretation.
- Apply genogram techniques and interpretation to diverse populations and unique family systems.
- Identify ethical considerations and methods of empowering clients through the use of genogram sessions.
Syllabus:
Introduction
Objective #1: Demonstrate mastery of genogram construction and interpretation.
- Genogram vs. Family Tree
- Genogram Construction
- Gathering Genogram Data
Objective #2: Apply genogram techniques and interpretation to diverse populations and unique family systems.
- Case Studies
- Use of technology and accommodations
- Working with Diverse Family Systems
- Cultural Competence and Considerations
Objective #3: Identify ethical considerations and methods of empowering clients through the use of genogram sessions.
- Ethical Practices
- Ethical Dilemmas
Conclusions
Social workers completing this course receive 1.5 Clinical asynchronous continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 1.5 Clinical continuing education training.
Instructor: Dannie Doskocil, LCMHC, LPC, BC-TMH, CCTP
Recording Date: February 17, 2026
CEUS On-Demand, LLC, provider #2274, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 08/7/2026 - 08/6/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 1.5hrs Clinical continuing education credits.
CEUs On-Demand, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CEUs On-Demand, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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