Exploring the Impact of Addiction on Individuals and Families, Examining the Relationship Between Trauma and Substance Use, and Identifying Interventions to Support Sustained Recovery.  This workshop has been approved for 3.00 Clinical continuing education contact hours.  For additional information contact:  Longbranch Recovery & Wellness at patriciap@longbranchrecovery.com.

Please Contact Sponsoring Organization for Registration Information.

Abuse Across the Lifespan: Education, Assessment, & Treatment.  This workshop has been approved for 6.00 Clinical hours of continuing education credit. For more information contact:  Alanah Leger, LCSW at afrilo3@yahoo.com.

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LA26RM_120: "NASW-LA Lake Charles Region Sponsored Workshop" FREE for Members. Topic: The Healing Power of Play Therapy.  Presented by:  Janice Manuel, LCSW, BACS, C-SSWS, CTTP.  During this presentation participants will:  (1) Identify direct and non direct play therapy modalities.  (2)  Identify benefits and risks associated with utilizing play therapy and its meaning.  (3) Identify common themes and patterns that present in play therapy and its meaning.  (4) Identify the implications for utilizing play therapy across the life span.  2.00 Clinical hours.  Pre-registration is required to be awarded CEU credit.

We’re excited to launch a new benefit just for NASW-LA members: Please join us for a Live Town Hall with the NASW-LA Chapter President, Angela Wiggins Harris, and Executive Director, Will Francis. These interactive Zoom sessions will give members the chance to ask questions, share feedback, and hear real-time updates on advocacy, licensure, workforce issues, and more.

Our first forum will be held on October 29th, with additional sessions planned throughout the year. Frequency will be adjusted based on member interest and engagement, so your participation helps shape what comes next! We look forward to hearing from you and deepening our connection with members across the state.

YOU’RE INVITED
We’re excited to welcome NASW-LA members to an exclusive live forum with our Executive Director, Will Francis, & Chapter President, Angela Wiggins Harris, on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 6:30pm CDT. This Zoom session is your opportunity to:

• Hear real-time updates about the profession and Chapter programs
• Ask questions and share feedback directly with leadership
• Learn more about advocacy, licensure, and upcoming education opportunities
• Connect with fellow members in a relaxed, informal setting

Whether you're a student, a professional, retired and a long-time member or newly joined, this is your space to engage and be heard.

How to Get the Link: All active NASW-LA members will receive the Zoom registration link by email prior to the event.

Maternal Health Summit.  This workshop has been approved for 4.00 General hours of continuing education credit. For more information contact:  Woman's Hospital at continuing.education@womans.org.

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