Developing an Ethical Practice 9/12/25

CEU Creations presents:
Developing an Ethical Practice – What You Need to Know to Start Your Own Business, 9/12/25

FEATURING:

• Learn the essential elements of planning and establishing your own business.
• A panel of experts discussing best practices and the application of relevant ethical standards.

EVENT INFO:

Friday, September 12, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Eastern time

COST:

Early Bird Registration: $74.99
After August 29th, registration is: $99.99
Unlimited CE Bundle Members: FREE

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS:

Social Workers:
ASWB ACE – 3 Ethics and 2 General
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 5 Contact hours
Psychologists
APA – 5 CE credits
Counselors:5 Contact, including 3 Ethics
NBCC ACEP – 5 Contact hours
NY State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 5 Contact hours
Substance Abuse Counselors
NAADAC – This course is not approved for NAADAC Contact hours
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 5 Contact hours
Case Managers
CCMC – 5 Contact hours

Attendance or applied credit certificate available for other credentials.
Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credits.

OVERVIEW:

As helping professionals, we wear many hats in the provision of quality services and care to our clients and communities. Have you ever wondered what wearing a “business owner” hat would feel like? Have you ever thought, “If I had my own practice, I would…” or “I wish I could apply a unique and creative approach to solve this problem”? In this thought-provoking presentation, participants will evaluate their own readiness as a professional counselor, social worker, mental health provider, or allied helping professional to establish your own business or private practice. We will discuss the development of a business strategy/model, instructions on registering your business with the appropriate governmental agencies, and options for marketing/advertising. In addition, a panel of experts will discuss relevant ethical standards and consider how the standards apply to the private practices/businesses.

With the changing work environments, emerging digital workspaces, and the steady increase in the utilization of consultants/freelancers, this course is impeccably well-timed. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to access the information and tools necessary to evaluate your readiness to start your own business.

OBJECTIVES:

By attending this training, you will be able to:

• Summarize the essential elements of registering your business/practice.
• Describe resources and strategies for marketing and advertising.
• Apply relevant ethical standards to elements of starting your own business/practice.
• Name two resources available to a helping professional seeking to start a business.
• Evaluate your own readiness in starting a business/practice.

AGENDA (all times are Eastern):

11:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Welcome and Virtual Networking
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Setting up My Business Practice, Ancillary Needs and Ethical Considerations | Denielle Rigoglioso, LPC, CSAC, CAADC
1:00 p.m. – 1:10 p.m. Break
1:10 p.m. – 3:10 p.m. Panel Discussion: Discussing Practical and Different Aspects of Business Ownership with Ethical Perspectives | Moderator: Denielle Rigoglioso, LPC, CSAC, CAADC; Panelists: Lauren Chase, PhD, LCMHC, NCC, BC-TMH, Anne McSweeney, LCSW, and Griffin Smith, LCSW
3:10 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Midway Reset
3:50 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. Practical and Legal Tips | Christy Westerfeld, Esq.
4:50 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Break
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. My Head is Swirling! Where Do I Begin with Everything? | Kelley Stevens, LMFT (pre-recorded)

PRESENTER BIO:

Denielle Rigoglioso, LPC, CSAC, CAADC, and Owner of Saltwater Counseling and Wellness, LLC

Rhonda DiNovo serves as Clinical Assistant Professor, MSW Program Coordinator, and Coordinator of the Graduate Drug and Addictions Studies Certificate Program in the College of Social Work at the University of South Carolina. She teaches students important theoretical and practical approaches in interdisciplinary health and mental health, as well as principles and practices of motivational interviewing and cognitive behavior therapy. Rhonda also serves as Field Supervisor and Director of the West Columbia Outreach Program, a police social work outreach service offered through the West Columbia Police Department that provides brief screening, assessment, and referral to treatment services and community resources to those in mental health and substance use crises. Prior to becoming a full-time faculty member in the College of Social Work, Rhonda served 3 years as Director of Substance Abuse Prevention and Education for the University of South Carolina, and 8 years as Prevention Specialist for adolescents and their families at LRADAC.

Christy Westerfeld, Esq., Owner of Westerfeld Law

Christy Westerfeld, Esq., is a 12-year attorney and legal resource for online entrepreneurs, coaches, and licensed professionals. She specializes in educating coaches, consultants, as well as business owners and entrepreneurs about how to start and effectively run a legally compliant business, and teaching licensed professionals how to maintain compliance while seeking to grow a business. Christy also works heavily in trademark law, contract law, and runs a low-cost legal information membership for those looking to have weekly access to an attorney for questions and insight as their businesses and practices grow! When she isn’t working, Christy enjoys spending time with her husband, three kids, and wonderful community in Northern CA.

Kelley Stevens, LMFT, Owner of Private Practice Pro

Kelley Stevens is a therapist, private practice coach, and the founder of The Private Practice Pro. After building her own thriving cash-pay practice, she now helps therapists launch and grow successful private practices through her courses, membership, and coaching. She has taught as an adjunct professor in master’s-level therapy programs, equipping future therapists with the skills they need to navigate both the clinical and business sides of private practice. With a no-fluff, step-by-step approach, Kelley has supported thousands of therapists in filling their caseloads, marketing authentically, and creating sustainable businesses. You can find her sharing practical, actionable advice on Instagram, YouTube, and at www.theprivatepracticepro.com.

COURSE PARTICIPATION INFORMATION:

To ensure you are ready to participate, please complete a short Test Drive on Zoom.

This live webinar is fully interactive. Attendees may ask and answer questions throughout the presentation and participate in instructor-led discussions. A computer or mobile device is required. Zoom account is not required.

You will receive a reminder email approximately 24 hours prior to the start of the training and a link to join the webinar will be in your CEU Creations account under Member Profile.

To receive credit, you must log in on time, attend the entire presentation, and complete an online evaluation.

POST EVENT: When the training ends, your attendance will be processed using zoom analytics. Once processed, the evaluation link will be available in your account. Once your evaluation is complete, your certificate will be available in your CEU Creations account within 24-72 hours.

Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions.

FINE PRINT

Target audience: Social workers, counselors, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals.

SOCIAL WORKERS: CEU Creations, #1239, 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: 11/22/24-11/22/27. Social workers completing this course receive 3 Ethics and 2 General continuing education credits.

CEU Creations, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0616. This activity is approved for 5 contact hours.

PSYCHOLOGISTS: 5 CE Credits
CEU Creations is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CEU Creations maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 

COUNSELORS: 5 Contact, including 3 Ethics
 CEU Creations has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6941. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.  CEU Creations is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

CEU Creations, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0199. This activity is approved for 5 contact hours.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELORS:  This course is not approved for NAADAC Contact hours.

NURSES: 5 contact hours. CEU Creations is an approved provider of nursing CEs through the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider number: CEP17905. All states retain their own licensing authority through their own boards. Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure transferability of the CE credits.

Cancellation Policy: Registrants must cancel their registration in their CEU Creations account. No email, faxes, or mail cancellations will be accepted. Cancellation Fee: $25. Refunds will not be given for cancellations within five (5) business days prior to the workshop date.

Accessibility Accommodations: At CEU Creations, we are dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all individuals. We strive to ensure our continuing education content, website, and services are usable by everyone, regardless of ability. We are continually working to enhance accessibility and user experience for all of our users. If you encounter any barriers, have questions, or wish to request accommodations, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can contact us at [email protected] and a member of our team will review your message and respond promptly.