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Professional Development & Clinical Supervision
David is an Oklahoma approved LPC CEU provider, instructing on a variety of topics that support the continuing education and professional development of counseling professionals. He is also an Oklahoma Board Approved Clinical Supervisor.
Acceptance & Commitmnent therapy Series
ACT 101: From Paradox to Approach
3-hour CEU workshop on the fundamentals of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Being an introductory course and part 1 within a series, this workshop focuses on the fundamental philosophical, theoretical, and conceptual underpinnings of ACT.
ACT 201: From Approach to Application
3-hour CEU workshop on the application and skills of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Being an intermediate course and part 2 within a series, this workshop focuses on therapist skills, conceptualization, and intervention with ACT.
ACT 202: The ACT Therapist
3-hour CEU workshop (1 hour of ethics) on the fundamentals of practicing as an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapist. Consisting of two parts, this workshop addresses "walking-the-walk" as an ACT therapist by way of being congruent and authentic with ACT values and principles within your practice. The second part addresses ethical considerations for the ACT therapist.
ACT 301: ACT for Suicidality
This 3-hour CEU workshop is an upper-level course within a comprehensive series dedicated to teaching mental health clinicians Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Designed for those with an intermediate to advanced training in ACT, this workshop delves into the benefits and applications of ACT in treating suicidality.
ACT 302: ACT for Substance Abuse & Addiction
This 3-hour CEU workshop is an upper-level course within a comprehensive series dedicated to teaching mental health clinicians Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Designed for those with an intermediate to advanced training in ACT, this workshop delves into the benefits and applications of ACT in treating substance abuse and addiction.
ACT 303: ACT in Treating Trauma and ACES
This 3-hour CEU workshop is an upper-level course within a comprehensive series dedicated to teaching mental health clinicians Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Designed for those with an intermediate to advanced training in ACT, this workshop delves into the benefits and applications of ACT in addressing trauma, PTSD, and ACES.
ACT 305: ACT for Internalizing Disorders
This 3-hour CEU workshop is an upper-level course within a comprehensive series dedicated to teaching mental health clinicians Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Designed for those with an intermediate to advanced training in ACT, this workshop delves into the benefits and applications of ACT in addressing depression, anxiety, and other emotional based disorders.
ACT 306: ACT for Relationships
This 3-hour CEU workshop is an upper-level course within a comprehensive series dedicated to teaching mental health clinicians Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Designed for those with an intermediate to advanced training in ACT, this workshop delves into the benefits and applications of ACT in providing couples and relational counseling.
ACT 401: The Clinical ACT Supervisor
This 1.5-hour CEU workshop is an upper-level course within a comprehensive series dedicated to teaching mental health clinicians Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Designed for those with an advanced training in ACT, this workshop delves into the practice of clinical supervision through the lens of ACT.
Emotion Focused Therapy Series
Emotion Focused Therapy 101: An Introduction to EFT
3-hour CEU workshop on the fundamentals of Emotion/Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Being an introductory course, this workshop focuses on the fundamental philosophical, theoretical, and conceptual underpinnings of EFT.
Emotion Focused Therapy 201: EFT for Couples (EFT-C)
3-hour CEU workshop on the fundamentals of Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT-C) and Relationships. Being an intermediate course, this workshop focuses on the philosophical, theoretical, and conceptual underpinnings of EFT when working with romantic relationships.
Other Training offerings
Attachment, Borderline Personality Disorder, & Best Practices
In this One-Day, 7 hr workshop, we discuss attachment theory and its application to understanding and treating Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). The use of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and other evidenced based modalities in treating BPD are also covered.
Attachment: Essential & Paradoxical Part of Human Nature
3-hour CEU workshop on the fundamentals of contemporary attachment theory. Specifically, this workshop focuses on the philosophical, theoretical, and conceptual underpinnings of the theory.
Family & Relationship Therapy for Nurse Practitioners.
3-hour CEU workshop on the fundamentals of family and relationship therapy, designed specifically for Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners. Although, counseling professionals benefit from this workshop as well. Being an introductory course, this workshop focuses on the fundamental philosophical, theoretical, and conceptual underpinnings of family systems counseling approaches.
Conferences & Invites (click the pics for info)
2025 ODMHSAS Momentum Conference
This 1.5-hour CEU workshop is focuses upon the topic of Clinical Supervision within the Age of AI. Designed for those providing clinical supervision, this workshop delves into the existence and potential pitfalls of AI within counseling.
2025 Summer Super Summit
This 1.5-hour CEU workshop is part of a broader series dedicated to teaching mental health clinicians Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Designed for attendees with an interest if not also foundational understanding of ACT, this workshop presents specific interventions for treating substance abuse and addiction.
2021 HOBY Oklahoma Youth Leadership
Dr. Pfaff had the honor of speaking at the 2021 HOBY Oklahoma Youth Leadership conference on self-compassion and self-care.
United States Social Security Administration, 2021
Guest lecturer for the United States Social Security Administration, speaking to an Oklahoma branch office on mental health awareness, advocacy, and seeking support during the stresses of COVID-19
Root Insurance for World Mental Health Day, 2021
Root Insurance for World Mental Health Day, 2021
Guest lecturer for Root Insurance as part of their observance of their 2021 World Mental Health Day, speaking to their national employee base on topics such as mental health awareness, advocacy, and seeking support.