Course curriculum

    1. Module Overview

    2. Handout TCM M12

    3. Handout Notes for TCM

    4. M12 Traditional Chinese Medicine with Catherine Ho

    5. Required Reading

    6. Optional Traditional Asian Health Beliefs

    7. Optional Modern TCM

    8. References TCM M12

    9. M12 TCM Quiz

    1. Course Overview

    2. Handout M12 Aromatherapy

    3. Aromatherapy with Marybeth Video

    4. Required Reading

    5. Required Aromatherapy Article

    6. Boswellness Impact Report

    7. References Aromatherapy

    8. M12 CAM Experiential Learning Quiz

    9. 08 M9 Module Evaluation

About this course

  • $40.00
  • 18 lessons
  • 0.5 hours of video content

Modality

Recorded Program

This program has been pre-recorded for participants. To receive full credit, participants will need to view the entire recording and possibly complete any required readings. If you have any trouble accessing the recording, please contact:

[email protected]

Program Summary:

Module 12 of the International Association for Wellness Counseling (IAWC) Certified Wellness Counselor’s (CWC) course is focused more on the experience of CAM. Instructor Marybeth will focus on aromatherapy and the evidence-based impacts it can have on our health and wellness. She will review differences in essential oils/aromas and the physical impact they can have on our wellness.

This module consists of both a required video as well as mandatory readings- both necessary to receive the CE.

Learning Objectives:

  • Participants will learn how to refer, work with, and document the use of CAM providers/services as part of a Wellness Counseling approach.

Audience & Skill Level

Introductory

This session is designed to introduce mental health clinicians (Counselors, Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and related professions) to the topic. Those with little to no experience or previous training in this area will benefit.

Course Outline & Agenda

  • Review aroma therapy’s impact on health and wellness. 
  • Discuss differences in essential oils, their different impacts on physical health and demonstrate effective use. 


To receive course credit, participants must complete the following:

  • View the entire recording.

  • Complete the post-test with a passing grade of at least 80%

  • Complete the course evaluation

Instructor(s)

Dr. Paul Granello

PhD LPCC-S

Dr. Paul Granello is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a Supervision designation in the state of Ohio. He is also a tenured professor in Ohio State Universities Counselor Education program and a founder of the Wellness Counseling Certification Program. He has extensive research experience with wellness that includes publishing two textbooks. He brings his personal and professional experiences to his programs in order to best help providers learn techniques for sharpening their skills.
Visit here to learn more about Dr. Paul: https://u.osu.edu/granello.2/
Visit here to learn more about the Wellness Counseling Certification Program: https://counselorwellnesscertificate.com/intensive-weekend.php

Program Approvals

Ohio CSWMFT Approval

This training is approved for counselor, social work, and marriage and family therapy continuing education. In addition, it is approved by the Ohio Chemical Dependency Board for chemical dependency continuing education. Check CE Broker for detailed breakdown of CE types (provider number 50-24074).


AWSB Approval

NA- This course is not eligible for credit through the ASWB. 

 

NBCC Approval

Mindfully has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7322. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Mindfully is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.    


For more information

Individuals with comments/questions/concerns can contact Mindfully Academy via the information provided below:

[email protected] 

513-939-0300

Charles Potter (Program Coordinator) [email protected] 


  • Grievance policy: If you are dissatisfied with your experience, please feel free to share this with us via email: [email protected] or via telephone: 513-939-0300, or via your program evaluation.  All complaints will receive a response within seven business days outlining actions taken and proposed responses which may include issuing a refund, credits for future trainings, updating course content or taking appropriate action with presenters, among others. 
  • Request for Accommodations: Should any accommodations enhance your program experience, please contact us via email: [email protected] or via telephone: 513-939-0300, to explore what options you may have. 

References

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Butje, A. (2015), Essential Living. Copyright 2015 Andrea Butje.


Butje, A. (2017), The Heart of Aromatherapy. New York: Hay House.


Chillingworth, J. (2019) Live Green, London. Quidrille.


Copeland, M.E. (1997), Wellness Recovery Action Plan. USA: Peach Press


Ellert, C., (2023), Breathe, Love, Heal: Holistic Aroma Therapy. Cecile Ellert. Fall River Press (Barnes and Noble Trademark, 2015.) Essential Oils, Natural Remedies. New York, Fall River Press.


Formanek, C.L., Spector, B.M., Zappitelli, G. et al. (2025). Designing novel “Smell-Aids” to improve olfactory function inn post COVID-19 era. BMC Med 23, 169.


Harding, J. (2015). The Essential Guide to Oils. London, Watkins Media.


Hunt, V., (2025). Sense of Smell Is a Marker for Mortality Risk, With Dementia and Frailty as Key Mediators. JAMA, 333, 22.


Insel, T., (2022). Healing: Our path from mental illness to mental health. Penguin Press.


Johnson, S. (2015), Evidence-Based Essential Oil Therapy. Copyright 2015 Scott

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Keiser, J. (2019) Chiropractor, Worthington Optimal Wellness, Interview, Worthington, Ohio.


Kensington-Pond, K. (2015). Essential Oils for Health. Massachusetts, Adams Media.


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