Social Media can be a confusing landscape for therapists to navigate, but familiarity with the online spaces provides opportunities for therapists to better understand and relate to their clients. As TikTok rises in popularity among a variety of demographics, so too do anxieties about its impact on developing minds. This presentation seeks to demystify the platform, with topics ranging from TikTok basics, like its “for you” page, to how users are creating content to fight the stigma of mental illness, to the hazards of misused therapy speak.
Participants will be able to:
- Become familiar with TikTok’s basic layout, history, and prevalence with various demographics.
- Increase their awareness of TikTok’s mental health communities and the consequences of their content, such as misrepresented diagnoses and weaponized therapy speak.
- Be able to identify benefits to some TikTok content and approach the topic of clients including TikTok as a part of their therapeutic journey with curiosity and nuance.
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*This program is approved for 3 hours of continuing education by WestGate TCN dba EMERGE Family Therapy Center under its accreditation by the state of South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, Social Work, and Psychoeducational Specialist. WestGate TCN (EMERGE) is an approved provider of Play Therapy Education #08-235.
*EMERGE FTC does not discriminate against students or clients based on age, ancestry, color, disability or handicap, national, origin, race, religion, gender, sexual or affectional, orientation, gender identity, appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Play Therapy credit will not be awarded to non-mental health professionals.
*LUNCH WILL NOT BE PROVIDED AT THIS EVENT.
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FAQs
What entrance to the building do I use for the event?
There will be signs outside directing you to the correct entrance. The event will be held on the bottom floor training room of EMERGE. You will enter in the side door of the building (to the right of the parking lot, facing the building) by the concrete staircase.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
For questions please contact the Workshop Coordinator, Ann Kent, or the CEU Workshop Director, Sarah Gervais, at registration@emergeftc.org
What is the Refund Policy?
Refunds will be permitted up to 7 days prior to the event. If you need a refund, please contact the Workshop Coordinator, Ann Kent at registration@emergeftc.org for your refund request to be processed.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
You do not need a printed ticket. Save a copy of your email confirmation for your records.
Can I update my registration information?
If you need to change or update your registration information, please contact Ann Kent at registration@emergeftc.org
Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
Your ticket may only be used for this event.
Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?
The name on the ticket needs to match the name of the person attending the event. If you plan to buy a ticket for someone else, make sure to register with the name and email of the person planning to attend the event.
How do I receive CE credit for this workshop?
After the workshop you will receive an online evaluation. Once your evaluation is submitted electronically, you will be emailed a copy of your workshop certificate.
