( HS Butler 150540 2025) Navigate the Tugs and Pulls of Religion Clinical Tools to Reclaim Spiritual Authority and Align Iden
Tracking # 20-1351108
Course overview
Religion can be a powerful source of grounding and hope but for many clients, it can also fuel inner conflict, identity confusion, and disempowerment. Dr. Kent Butler, an internationally recognized counselor, educator and leader in intersectional counseling, will provide clear strategies to help clients reclaim spiritual authority, align with their authentic values, and strengthen their sense of self. Youll learn how to: Recognize signs of spiritual dissonance and loss of agency Apply identity-affirming techniques to unpack internalized religious messages Support clients in reclaiming spiritual authority and making values-driven choices
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
Certified Master Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Florida Board of Psychology
Limited License Psychologist
Psychologist
Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Independent Social Worker
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Social Worker
Marriage and Family Therapist
Registered Social Worker Assistant
Disclosure statements
Financial: Dr. S. Kent Butler has an employment relationship with the University of Central Florida. He is a published author and receives royalties. Dr. Butler receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from Psychotherapy Networker and PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. S. Kent Butler is the founder and co-chairperson of the Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development (AMCD) Writer’s Consortium. He is a member of the American Counseling Association, the Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development, the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, and the Association for Spiritual, Ethical, and Religious Values in Counseling.