Beyond the Surface:
What Every Provider Should Know
July 24, 2026 at the University of Denver | Community Commons - Grand Forum 1700
Join us for a Full-Day CE Retreat focused on today’s most challenging topics, presented by our staff and guest speakers.
7 CEs available, including Networking Opportunities.
Presentation Line Up
Here's a list of our interactive presentations with their respective learning objectives. There will be 7 CEs available each day.
Friday July 24th, 2026
8:30-9:25 Neurodivergent Adults: Diagnosis vs Identity vs Coping Style
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Differentiate between clinical diagnosis, self-identified neurodivergence, and adaptive coping styles.
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Describe the benefits and limitations of formal diagnosis in adulthood.
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Identify clinical indicators that suggest the need for assessment versus supportive intervention.
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Apply strategies for working effectively with neurodivergent adults across therapeutic and evaluative contexts.
9:30-10:25 Bridging the Gap: How Providers and Testing Psychologists Work Together
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Identify at least three clinical indicators that suggest a referral for psychological testing is warranted.
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Describe the referral process, including how to prepare clients and what information is most helpful to provide.
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Explain the key components of a psychological evaluation report and how to apply findings to treatment planning.
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Differentiate common misconceptions about psychological testing from evidence-based practices to improve collaboration and referral confidence.
10:35-11:30 Truths About Social Media and Its Effects on Mental Health
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Describe current research findings on the relationship between social media use and mental health outcomes.
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Identify both risk factors and protective factors associated with social media engagement.
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Recognize signs of problematic or maladaptive social media use across age groups.
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Apply practical strategies to help clients develop healthier digital habits and boundaries.
11:35-12:30 Family Feud - Ethics Edition: Ethical Decision-Making in Complex Cases
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Apply a structured ethical decision-making model to complex, real clinical scenarios.
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Identify at least three common ethical dilemmas encountered in assessment and treatment settings.
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Analyze an assessment-based case to determine ethical risks related to interpretation, feedback, and scope of practice.
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Formulate ethically sound decisions using professional codes (e.g., APA, ACA, NASW) and clinical judgment.
12:30-1:30 Lunch Break
1:30-2:25 The Culture of Competition: Delivering Culturally Competent Mental Health Care to Athletes
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Describe key elements of athletic culture (e.g., performance expectations, identity, stigma around help-seeking) that influence mental health presentation and treatment engagement.
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Identify at least three common mismatches between traditional clinical approaches and the needs of athletes.
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Apply culturally competent strategies to improve rapport, assessment, and intervention with athlete populations.
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Differentiate performance-related concerns from clinical mental health conditions requiring targeted treatment or referral.
2:30-3:25 Trauma and the Developing Brain
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Describe the impact of early trauma on brain development, including effects on emotional regulation, attention, and behavior.
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Identify at least three behavioral or academic indicators of trauma in children and adolescents.
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Differentiate trauma-related behaviors from willful misconduct or developmental delay.
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Apply trauma-informed strategies to improve engagement and outcomes in school and child welfare settings.
3:35-4:30 Understanding Psilocybin treatment
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Describe the current research on psilocybin-assisted treatment, including its efficacy, limitations, and emerging clinical applications for conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
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Identify the essential components of psilocybin-assisted treatment, including screening, preparation, dosing sessions, integration, and the role of interdisciplinary care.
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Recognize ethical, legal, and clinical considerations related to psilocybin treatment, including patient selection, contraindications, risk management, and appropriate referral practices.
4:30-5:00 Networking Activity (optional)
Meet The Presenters
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Retreat Format
Most continuing education conferences focus on delivering information but often overlook the nuanced, real-world challenges professionals face every day. We saw a need for something different: a space to explore the topics that don’t always make it into traditional CE programming, yet play a critical role in providing high-quality care.
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This conference was created to bring those conversations forward. From complex diagnostic presentations to evolving areas of practice, our goal is to offer content that is not only relevant, but immediately applicable.
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What truly sets this experience apart is the format. Rather than a lecture-heavy, passive environment, this event is designed to be interactive, engaging, and collaborative. With a retreat-style approach, attendees are encouraged to participate in discussion, apply concepts in real time, and connect with other professionals in meaningful ways.
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We believe that the best learning happens through both insight and interaction, and that stronger connections between providers ultimately lead to better outcomes for the clients we serve.
Thanks to Our Sponsors
The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
Retreat Information
Continuing Education
7 CEs will be available for attendees, including 3 for Ethics.
Prices
$150 General Admission (Early Bird is $125)
$50 for Students (Early Bird is $25)
Lunch
The retreat will break for lunch at 12:30-1:30. Attendees can enjoy lunches from a variety of restaurants in the Memorial Union and on campus corner.
Parking
Hourly parking close to Community Commons is available in lots 301 and 321. See the map for more details
Lodging
Although there will not be any room blocks held for the retreat, attendees can find several possible lodging accommodations near DU and in Denver.
Sponsor Information
