( HS Laurent 150517 2026) Ketogenic Therapy for Mental Health Clinicians Ethics, Evidence, and Practice
Tracking # 20-1357616
Course overview
Is this within my scope of practice? How do I ethically support clients exploring this option? And is there really enough science to stand on? What are the risks of inappropriate role expansion and misinformation Theres a lot of buzz around ketogenic diets and mental health right now but it can leave you wondering whats fact, whats hype, and whether it belongs in your clinical toolbox? In this program youll join Nicole Laurent, LMHC, a psychotherapist with 18 years of experience providing evidence based treatments, and uses psychotherapy tools to support individuals using the ketogenic diet as a treatment for mental illness. In just 2 hours shell unpack the growing body of research linking ketogenic interventions with improvements in mood, anxiety, cognition, and even serious psychiatric conditions, like bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Even more importantly, shell also answer the biggest ethical questions you have related to this work including: Is this within my scope of practice? How do I ethically support clients exploring this option? And is there really enough science to stand on? What are the risks of inappropriate role expansion and misinformation Whether youre curious, skeptical, or ready to integrate nutrition into your work more intentionally, this training will guide you through the ethics, science, and clinical considerations of ketogenic therapy you need to know. Watch us to explore where mental health care may be headed and how you can be part of an integrative, client-centered future.
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
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Florida Board of Nursing
APRN Temporary Certificate for Practice in Areas of Critical Need
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Psychology
Limited License Psychologist
Psychologist
Disclosure statements
Financial: Nicole Laurent is a clinical advisor with Ellenhorn and has an employment relationship with practice Mental Health Keto. She is the creator of the Mental Health Keto blog and Brain Fog Recovery Program. Nicole Laurent receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. Nicole Laurent teaches courses for Psychiatry Redefined as an adjunct faculty member. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-Financial: Nicole Laurent serves as a clinical advisor to Metabolic Mind, Baszucki Group, Brain Inflammation Collaborative, and Metabolic Collective. She is an advisor to the board of the European Ketogenic Institute. She serves on the clinician advisory committee for Baszucki Family Foundation, Keto Live Project e.V., and the Brain Inflammation Collaborative. She serves on the International advisory group for Metabolic Psychiatry. She is a member of the American Psychological Association and the International Neurological Ketogenic Society.