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Susan Tangires, LCPC, LCADC, LPC holds a Master’s of Science degree in Clinical Community Counseling from Johns Hopkins University. She is dually licensed in the state of Maryland as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Susan is also licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia and the District of Columbia. Susan served in senior clinical director and administration roles with several different behavioral health treatment programs in central Maryland for more than 20 years. These included The Renfrew Center in Bethesda, Kolmac Outpatient Recovery Centers in Annapolis, Concerted Care Group in Baltimore and Frederick, and Epoch Counseling Center in Baltimore County. In each role, Susan was involved in expanding and developing new programs and services, ensuring high quality of care for underserved populations through hands-on supervision and training of clinical staff, and developing strong referral partnerships. Susan has maintained a private practice in Anne Arundel County for 20 years and currently works full time for GBCC Behavioral Health. She has provided care to teens and adults impacted by addiction, eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, life transitions, grief and loss, and trauma. Susan’s expertise in the area of ethical decision-making and compliance comes from her own practice, years as a clinical supervisor, and 8 years of service on the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists (2009-2017) which also involved serving on the Ethics Committee.

CE Credit Information:

Eating Disorders: Identifying and Providing Treatment in Traditional Outpatient Settings is approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval #886860446-8921 for 3 continuing education contact hours.  “Eating Disorders: Identifying and Providing Treatment in Traditional Outpatient Settings” has been approved by NBCC for NBCC credit.  GBCC Behavioral Health is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. NBCC Approval No. SP-4651. All participants must submit a post-program evaluation form via Google Forms in order to receive their certificate of completion. 

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Susan Tangires, LCPC, LCADC, LPC holds a Master’s of Science degree in Clinical Community Counseling from Johns Hopkins University. She is dually licensed in the state of Maryland as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Susan is also licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia and the District of Columbia. Susan served in senior clinical director and administration roles with several different behavioral health treatment programs in central Maryland for more than 20 years. These included The Renfrew Center in Bethesda, Kolmac Outpatient Recovery Centers in Annapolis, Concerted Care Group in Baltimore and Frederick, and Epoch Counseling Center in Baltimore County. In each role, Susan was involved in expanding and developing new programs and services, ensuring high quality of care for underserved populations through hands-on supervision and training of clinical staff, and developing strong referral partnerships. Susan has maintained a private practice in Anne Arundel County for 20 years and currently works full time for GBCC Behavioral Health. She has provided care to teens and adults impacted by addiction, eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, life transitions, grief and loss, and trauma. Susan’s expertise in the area of ethical decision-making and compliance comes from her own practice, years as a clinical supervisor, and 8 years of service on the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists (2009-2017) which also involved serving on the Ethics Committee.

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“What should I do?” Decision-making for common ethical dilemmas in private practice is approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval #886860446-9169) for 3 continuing education contact hours. “What should I do?” Decision-making for common ethical dilemmas in private practice has been approved by NBCC for NBCC credit.  GBCC Behavioral Health is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. NBCC Approval No. SP-4684. All participants must submit a post-program evaluation form via Google Forms in order to receive their certificate of completion.  
 

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Psychopharmacology for Therapists

Presented by:  Lorri T. King, PMHNP-BC, FNP, CRNP

Date: Friday, October 17, 2025
Time: 9:00 am to 12:15 pm EST
Cost: $30 for Community
Location: Live Webinar via Zoom

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

This program is appropriate for therapists at all levels of training and experience. Through participation, attendees will be given updated information on medications and prescribing decision-making considerations for the most common mental health conditions clients present with to traditional outpatient settings. Strategies to support clients in setting realistic expectations and understanding common side effects will be discussed. Recommendations will be given to increase compliance with medication and educate clients on the potential impact of alcohol and recreational drug use on the effectiveness of psychiatric medications.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

At the completion of the program, participants will be able to:

1.  Identify the main neurotransmitters that psychiatric medications target.
2.  Gain/expand basic understanding of psychiatric medications used for the most common mental health conditions treated in outpatient settings.
3.  List two skills that can enhance treatment adherence.
4.  Describe 2 ways that active substance use can impact the efficacy of psychiatric medication.
5.  Identify at least 2 benefits of communicating with prescribers during the course of therapy.

AGENDA:

9:00 am Introduction and Overview
9:15 am Basics of Psychopharmacology, Neurotransmitters, Common Drug Classes
10:30 am Break (15 minutes)
10:45 am When to Refer for Medication, Case Studies
12:00 pm Emerging Treatments
12:15 pm Q&A and Evaluations

About the Presenter:

Lorri King, PMHNP-BC, FNP, CRNP (she/her) is a dual board certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 27 years of nursing experience.  Lorri originally graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1997. Lorri began her nursing career by working in various critical care clinical settings. After graduating from the University of Louisville in 2007 with her Master’s in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner, Lorri worked with Health Care for the Homeless (HCH) as a Family Nurse Practitioner. At the HCH clinic, Lorri provided both medical and mental health care services for the homeless citizens of Louisville, KY. Many of whom had psychiatric and medical conditions along with chemical dependency. It was at the HCH that Lorri realized the significant need for mental health services. In 2016, she returned to school to become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and has been working in private practice since graduation in 2019. Lorri brings years of experience working with patients from all demographics, economic classes.  She is dedicated to providing knowledgeable, caring, compassionate and affirming medication management services. Lorri believes in working in a collaborative partnership with her patients to help them reach their mental health goals and to live their best lives. 

CE Credit Information:

“Psychopharmacology for Therapists” is approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval #886860446-8194 for 3 continuing education contact hours.  “Eating Disorders: Identifying and Providing Treatment in Traditional Outpatient Settings” has been approved by NBCC for NBCC credit.  GBCC Behavioral Health is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. NBCC Approval No. SP-4719. All participants must submit a post-program evaluation form via Google Forms in order to receive their certificate of completion. 

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