
Reclaiming the Healing Power of Story: An Experiential Training for Black Clinicians
Number of NBCC Approved Hours: 1-Hour
Program Description
Adversity University is committed to cultivating spaces where
Black clinicians are empowered to heal, learn, and lead from
their full, embodied selves. This training provides a culturally
grounded, experiential learning opportunity that re-centers the
wisdom of Black communities within clinical education. This
program is rooted in the belief that healing begins when our
stories are not just heard—but honored as knowledge.
Learning Objectives
Explain the organization’s mission and program initiative.
Explain the benefits of Experiential Learning among Black
clinicians.
Explain the Strength-Based Model.
Explain the intersection between Strength-Based Model &
Experiential Learning.
Discuss Black cultural norms and how they support the
therapeutic process.
Debrief experiential learning experience.
Presenter
Coty Martin, LPC.
Coty Martin is a nationally recognized Licensed Professional Counselor, speaker, and the visionary founder of Adversity University — a transformative platform committed to equipping individuals, families, and professionals with the tools to thrive through adversity. With over a decade of experience in mental health education and therapeutic coaching, Coty is known for his dynamic, engaging, and deeply relatable facilitation style.
As a continuing education presenter, Coty brings a unique blend of clinical expertise, real-world application, and motivational storytelling. His sessions go beyond theory — guiding participants through interactive strategies that can be immediately implemented in practice. Whether addressing clinician burnout, building resilience in clients, or strengthening family systems, Coty creates a safe and empowering learning environment rooted in compassion, clarity, and action.
Adversity University: A Recognized Provider by the National Board of Certified Counselors for Live Event Delivery Format.
Adversity University has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP #7699.
Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are identified. Adversity University is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.