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Countertransference or Counterhealing? The Spiritual Analog of the Client-Therapist Relationship and the Mutual Healing Process

Apr. 24, 2026

10:00 AM - 1:15 PM (EST)

Virtual Event
3 CE Credits
Discover How Challenging Clients Can Become Catalysts for Healing
Explore how difficult client relationships can transform into powerful opportunities for growth—for both client and therapist. With original insights into the metaphysical and spiritual dimensions of therapy, learn practical tools to turn therapeutic challenges into mutual healing, resilience, and professional transformation.

This presentation explores the therapist-client relationship from the perspective of spiritual growth and the metaphysical dimension as a way to gain insight about the opportunity for personal and professional growth, insight, awareness of points of connection and disconnection in the relationship, and dealing more effectively with therapeutic relationship challenges through awareness and analysis. Techniques to identify those aspects will be presented along with a discussion about the morphogenetic field, past-life issues, and understanding relationships as a vehicle for growth, not only for the client, but also for the therapist.

The purpose of this presentation is also to:

1) present the spiritual dimension and potential for healing in the helping relationship

2) understand the inherent spirituality in the helping relationship and use it as a catalyst for growth and transformation for therapist and client

Session Highlights:

  • Define countertransference and explore its impact on the client–therapist relationship.

  • Discover five ways to evaluate points of connection and disconnection with clients, with attention to the spiritual and metaphysical dimensions of healing.

  • Learn three operating principles to assess client–therapist dynamics through a spiritual/metaphysical lens.

  • Gain new perspectives and tools for working with challenging clients, including concepts such as the morphogenetic field and morphic resonance.

  • Explore how to define and integrate the spiritual and metaphysical dimensions in therapy, moving beyond emotional connection and countertransference toward deeper mutual growth and healing.

This live interactive webinar is designed for behavioral health professionals, including:

  • Counselors
  • Social Workers
  • Psychotherapists
  • Marriage & Family Therapists
  • Psychologists
  • Substance Use Disorders Counselors
  • Case Managers
  • Physicians
  • Other Mental Health Professionals
Shoshana AverbachShoshana Averbach, LMSW, MA, MT-BC, LCAT, CDP, CCM, BCBP3, CMIP

Shoshana Averbach earned her Master of Social Work degree from Yeshiva University and a Master of Arts degree in music therapy from New York University. She is a certified practitioner of the Emotion Code, The Body Code, and Belief Code. She incorporates other energy healing and holistic modalities as well as mindfulness practices in her therapy such as visualization, Emotional Freedom Technique, Tapas Acupressure Technique, aromatherapy and more. She has worked primarily with adults and geriatrics of multicultural backgrounds for over 40 years. Shoshana aims to connect people with their soul source, inner knowing and light, for optimal physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Currently, Shoshana maintains a private practice in healing and counseling and teaches as an adjunct professor of psychology at Touro University. In January 2024, she launched her online, visual podcast, Love, Light and Wisdom, which discusses personal growth, transformation, and healing. She also presents at conferences and for educational webinars for social workers and mental health professionals. Shoshana’s healing work and approach to healing were featured in Mystic Mag online magazine, the Jewish Week newspaper, Blogtalk Radio, and other programs.  She authored articles in various publications and produced two CDs of her original healing music and songs: The Time Is Coming (2011) and I Reclaim My Heart (2015).

After this training, participants will be able to:

  • Define and understand countertransference and its impact on the client-therapist relationship.
  • Identify 5 ways to evaluate points of connection and disconnection with clients and how that is related to the spiritual/metaphysical dimension of healing.
  • Identify 3 operating principles to evaluate points of connection and disconnection with clients and how that is related to the spiritual/metaphysical dimension of healing.

 

10:00 -10:05 am – Introduction

10:05-10:30 am –What is countertransference, how do you become aware of it, and its importance in the therapeutic relationship?

10:30-11:00 am -What is Counterhealing and its importance in the therapeutic relationship?

11:00-11:30 am 11:30-11:45 am – Break

11:45-12:15 pm – 12:15-12:45 pm –Self-awareness & countertransference/counterhealing: Identifying points of connection and disconnection; how clients help clinicians grow; turning the inciteful into the insightful

12:45-1:05 pm – Motivation, Mission, and Purpose: Keeping focused in your practice

1:05-1:15 pm – Q&A

Intermediate to advanced.

Registration Cost

Registration $67 | Apr. 24 | Virtual Event | 3 CE Credits | 10:00 am – 1:15 pm ET

Registration Deadline:  Apr. 24, 2026

Cancellation Policy

All registrations are non-refundable. However, you may request a full credit toward a future training if:

  • You notify us at least 72 hours before the event start time.
  • Credit is valid for up to 6 months from the original event date.
  • No credit will be issued for no-shows or cancellations made on the same day.
  • When you register for an event, you agree to these terms

Please email info@clinicalevents.org to request a credit or reschedule.

A total of 3 CE credits are available.

Additional Approvals Pending.


ASWB ACE

Clinical Events, LLC, (provider # 2201) 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: 11/01/2025 – 11/01/2028.

NBCC

Clinical Events, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved   Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7643 Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Clinical Events, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

NAADAC

This course has been approved by Clinical Events, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for educational credits. NAADAC Provider #320899, Clinical Events is responsible for all aspects of the programming.

NY State Board of Psychologists

Clinical Events, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department\\\’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0292.

NY State Board of Social Workers

Clinical Events, LLC 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-0828.

NY State Board of Mental Health Counselors

Clinical Events, LLC 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-0329.

NY State Board of Marriage & Family Therapists

Clinical Events, LLC 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 marriage and family therapists #MFT-0140.

NJ State Board of Social Workers & Professional Counselors

The New Jersey Social Work Examiners Board accepts ASWB ACE Provider credits. The New Jersey Professional Counselors Board accepts NBCC-approved CE provider credits.

All Other States Social Workers & Professional Counselors

All other states accept ASWB ACE Provider credits and NBCC-approved CE provider credits. Licensees are responsible for determining whether courses meet the CE requirements in their jurisdictions. States and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for credit.

Florida Certification Board

Clinical Events is approved by the Florida Certification Board (FCB) to offer continuing education programs (Provider # 5527-A).

Canada Social Workers

BC, AB, SK, MB, ON, and QC accept ASWB ACE-approved provider programs to meet licensure renewal requirements.  Licensees are responsible for determining whether courses meet the CE requirements in their province. Provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for credit.

Canada Counsellors

Clinical Events is an NBCC-approved provider.  Licensees are responsible for determining whether courses meet the CE requirements in their province. Provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for credit.

Please contact us if you would like to inquire about applicable approvals for your continuing education (CE) needs.

Each professional is responsible for understanding and meeting the specific CE requirements set by their individual licensing board or regulatory agency. We encourage you to reach out to your licensing body directly to confirm how our programs apply toward your licensure renewal.

Questions:  info@clinicalevents.org

In accordance with continuing education standards and requirements, the presenter discloses that they have no relevant financial relationships, affiliations, or conflicts of interest to report.

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