The 2024 ICA Annual Conference will be taking place October 18-19, 2024! The theme for this year's conference is Sustainability: Building a Counseling Career That Lasts! The Annual conference will be held in person in Indianapolis, Indiana at the William K. Nasser Simulation Center at Ascension St. Vincent.

Date of Conference: October 18-19, 2024

Location: Ascension St. Vincent - William K. Nasser, MD, Healthcare Education and Simulation Center - 1801 West 86th St, Indianapolis,  IN  46260

Get up to 10 CEs (5 CEs per day) for Mental Health Counselors, School Counselors, Social Workers, Addiction Counselors, and Marriage and Family Therapists.

The Indiana Counseling Association has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 2015. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Indiana Counseling Association is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. This program is recognized as providing CE Clock Hours for Mental Health Counselors, Addiction Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Social Work licenses in Indiana and can be applied towards licenses under the Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Board.

SATURDAY PLENARY SESSION

• Introduction to INASERVIC and Building a Sustainable Counseling Career

Description: This plenary session will introduce attendees to INASERVIC (Indiana Association for Spiritual, Ethical, and Religious Values in Counseling) and explore how its core values align with the ICA conference theme, "Sustainability: Building a Counseling Career That Lasts!" The session will emphasize the importance of integrating ethical, spiritual, and community-centered practices into counseling to foster long-term career sustainability and personal well-being.

Learning Objectives

• INASERVIC Overview: Learn about the organizational structure and purpose of INASERVIC, a state division of ASERVIC, dedicated to promoting spiritual, ethical, and religious values in counseling.
• Practical Examples: Discover how the integration of spiritual, ethical, and religious values can be applied in counseling settings, with examples such as spiritual assessments and ethical decision-making models.
• Workshop Ideas: Get insights into potential workshops focusing on spiritual competencies, ethical dilemmas, and the role of religious values in counseling.
• History and Trends: Explore the broad field of religion and mental health, including the historical foundations of ASERVIC and current trends in integrating these elements into mental health practices.
• Career Sustainability: Understand how embracing INASERVIC’s values can contribute to a sustainable and fulfilling career in counseling, supporting both professional growth and personal well-being.

Join us for this engaging session to enhance your counseling practice with values that promote long-term success and resilience.

PLENARY SESSION SPEAKER BIOS:

Natasha Bailey is a proud U.S. Army Veteran, brings a wealth of experience and dedication to the field of counseling. She holds an Associate of Arts degree in Psychology, a Bachelor of Science in Addiction Counseling, and a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy. Currently, she is pursuing a Ph.D. in Counseling Education and Supervision.

Natasha serves as the Clinical Program Director overseeing both inpatient and outpatient services, where she applies her extensive knowledge and skills to guide effective treatment strategies. As a Licensed Addiction Counseling Associate, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, and Certified Alcohol and Drug Consultant, Natasha is deeply committed to advancing the field of mental health and addiction counseling.

In addition to her clinical work, Natasha is an active member of professional organizations, including ACES, ACA, and AAMFT. She also holds significant leadership roles as a board member of ASERVIC, the State Division Chair, and the President of INASERVIC. Natasha’s diverse background and unwavering commitment to her profession make her a respected leader and advocate for ethical, spiritual, and community-centered practices in counseling.

Matthias Beier, MDiv, PhD, LMHC, DCMHS, is an Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology and Mental Health Counseling in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Christian Theological Seminary, Indianapolis, IN. He holds a doctorate in Psychology and Religion from Drew University, Madison, NJ, and completed his psychoanalytic training at the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis, New York City, NY. A licensed mental health counselor in Indiana, a licensed professional counselor in Pennsylvania, and a licensed psychoanalyst in the State of New York, Beier is a Diplomate of the American Clinical Mental Health Counselors Association. He serves as ASERVIC Director on the Board of the Indiana Counseling Association (ICA), Member-at-Large on the INASERVIC Board, and is President of the Indiana Society for Psychoanalytic Thought (ISPT). A sought-after keynote speaker, panelist, and commentator, Beier is the author of several books on topics related to spiritually integrated psychotherapy and social analysis, including A Violent God-Image (Bloomsbury), and numerous journal articles and book chapters on the subject.

Early Bird Pricing until August 18, 2024!

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN REGISTRATION

• Registration to Conference Workshops - Keynote Session, Plenary Session, and 21 Breakout Session Options!
• Continuing Education Credit- Receive up to 10 CEs for Standard Conference (Friday and Saturday) 
• Exhibit Hall 
• Catered Lunch on Friday, October 18th
• All-Members Meeting on Friday, October 18th
• ICA Annual Awards 
• Networking Opportunities

PARKING INSTRUCTIONS

Free parking is provided in the lot in front of the Ascension St. Vincent - William K. Nasser, MD, Healthcare Education and Simulation Center where the conference is being held. 

ARRIVAL

When you arrive at Ascension St. Vincent - William K. Nasser, MD, Healthcare Education and Simulation Center, please enter through the main entrance, under the green awning.

REGISTRATION OPEN!