International Conferences
Brown, A., Weiss-Quittner, A. & Stewart-Spencer, S. E., (2019, May). An experiential introduction to trauma treatment: An interactive overview of traditional and contemporary interventions. Presentation for the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada.
Brown, A., Weiss-Quittner, A. & Stewart-Spencer, S. E., (2019, May). How to Rewire the Anxious Brain. Education Presentation for the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada.
Weiss-Quittner, A., Stewart-Spencer, S. E., & Brown, A. (2018, May). Window shopping: An introduction to foundational trauma competencies. Education Presentation for the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
National Conferences (USA)
Stargell, N., Kress, V. E., Spencer, S., & Lange, A. (May 2022). HEALing together: Telecounseling experiences for all ages. Presented at the annual Association for Humanistic Counseling Conference, Nashville, TN.
Weiss-Quittner, A., Brown, A. & Stewart-Spencer, S. (May 2022). The new normal: Therapist's authenticity in the context of constant and persistent challenges. Presented at the annual Association for Humanistic Counseling Conference, Nashville, TN.
Weiss-Quittner, A., Stewart-Spencer, S., & Brown, A. (2020, September). Using Metaphors to Counsel Adolescents in the Online Environment. Association for Creativity in Counseling National Virtual Conference.
Brown, A., Weiss-Quittner, A. & Stewart-Spencer, S. E., (2019, December). Metaphors in Therapy. Education Presentation for the Association for Creativity in Counseling in Clearwater, FL.
Stewart-Spencer, S., Weiss-Quittner, A., & Brown, A. (November 2018). Metaphors and therapy: Enhancing clinical supervision and education. Roundtable discussion for the Association for Creativity in Counseling in Clearwater, FL.
Weiss-Quittner, A., Stewart-Spencer, S., & Brown, A. (November 2018). Strength based mind-body practice: Building internal resources. Experiential Presentation for the Association for Creativity in Counseling in Clearwater, FL.
Stewart-Spencer, S. E., Brown, A. & Weiss-Quittner, A. (2018, June). Grab a Chair! Variations and Use of the Empty Chair in Humanistic-Experiential Therapies. Education Presentation for the Association for Humanistic Counseling Conference in St. Petersburg, FL.
Dean, C. J. & Stewart-Spencer, S. (2015, October). Culturally relevant metaphors and
analogies for counseling skill development and integration. Roundtable discussion facilitated at the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision in Philadelphia, PA.
Dean, C. J., Stewart-Spencer, S., & Heher, M. (2015, October). Collaborative
gatekeeping: Bridging the academia and clinical Gap. Poster session presented at the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision in Philadelphia, PA.
Burkett, L.A. & Stewart, S. E. (2005, October). Utilizing Technological Enhancements in the Training of Group Counselors. Presented at the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES) National Conference, Pittsburg, PA, October 19-23, 2005.
State Conferences
Leitch-Alford, L., White, N., Stewart-Spencer, S., & Dickens, A. (2011, November). New Energy and Vision: Virginia Clinical Counselor Alliance Division Alive and Well. Presentation at the Virginia Counselors Association Convention, Portsmouth, VA, November 10-12, 2011.
Stewart, S. (2007, February). A Paradigm Shift: The Practice of Regulatory Therapy. Workshop presented at William & Mary University for the Virginia Counseling Graduate Student Conference sponsored by Virginia Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, Williamsburg, VA, February, 16, 2007.
Stewart, S. (2006, February). AHEAD: A Hearing Experience Adjusting to Deafness Program. Workshop presented at William & Mary University for the Virginia Counseling Graduate Student Conference sponsored by Virginia Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, Williamsburg, VA, February 17, 2006.
Brandt, R., Granger, M. & Stewart, S. (2005, April). Development of Counseling Skills & Techniques. Workshop presented at William & Mary University for the Virginia Counseling Graduate Student Conference sponsored by Virginia Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, Williamsburg, VA, April 22, 2005.
Stewart, S. & Miller, A. (2005, April). Website Use for Enhancement of Counselor Resources. Workshop presented at William & Mary University on the development of professional counseling websites for the Virginia Counseling Graduate Student Conference sponsored by Virginia Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, Williamsburg, VA, April 22, 2005.
Stewart, S. (2005, November). Empowering Hearing Parents with Deaf Children. Workshop presented at the Portsmouth Renaissance for the Virginia Counselors Association Convention, Portsmouth, VA, November 16-18, 2005.
Parker, S., Stewart, S. & Miller, A. (2005, November). Using Website Development in Counselor Education and Marketing. Workshop presented at the Portsmouth Renaissance for the Virginia Counselors Association Convention, Portsmouth, VA, November 16-18, 2005.
Regional Conferences (USA)
Stewart-Spencer, S. (2009, September). Preventing the Effects of Indirect Trauma in the School Environment. Chesapeake’s Fall Regional Visiting Teacher/School Social Worker Conference, Chesapeake, Virginia, September 18, 2009.
Webinars & University-Based Conferences
Stewart-Spencer, S., Brown, A., & Weiss-Quittner, A. (2020, November). The Use and Exploration of Metaphors in Therapy for Therapeutic Connection. Virtual Webinar Presentation for the Association of Humanistic Counseling.
Stewart-Spencer, S. (2020, September). Introducing the MACP Skills Learning Lab. Webinar Presentation for the Inspiration and Insight Series for the Master of Arts in Counselling and Psychology program at Yorkville University [492 attendees].
Brown, A., Weiss-Quittner, A. & Stewart-Spencer, S. E., (2020, May). Using Metaphors to Destigmatize Mental Health Counseling. Webinar Presentation for the Inspiration and Insight Series for the Master of Arts in Counselling and Psychology program at Yorkville University.
Stewart-Spencer, S. E., Pickerell, D., Graham, P. (2020, May). How to Succeed in the MACP Program. Webinar Presentation for the Inspiration and Insight Series for the Master of Arts in Counselling and Psychology program at Yorkville University.
Brown, A., Weiss-Quittner, A. & Stewart-Spencer, S. E., (2020, April). Using Metaphors to Destigmatize Mental Health Counseling. Education Presentation for the 3rd Annual Virtual Conference Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) and Beyond at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. https://youtu.be/MmsSqEob4BY
Stewart-Spencer, S. & Heher, M. (2017, November). Got Time? How to be Efficient, Not Busy in Online Instruction. In the Trenches: How to maximize, energize & re-inspire everyday tasks of Capella Faculty. Capella University Faculty Virtual Conference, November 30, 2017.
Heher, M. & Stewart-Spencer, S. (2017, April). 21 Tools for the Instructor’s Tool Belt: Stimulating learner engagement. Faculty Connections Webinar, Capella University, April 13, 2017.
Heher, M. & Stewart-Spencer, S. (2016, December). 21 Tools for the Instructor’s Tool Belt: Stimulating learner engagement. Navigating Online Learning Challenges: Collaborating for Innovation at Capella University, Virtual Faculty Conference, December 1, 2016.
Stewart-Spencer, S. (2016, October). FL-5009 Using Turnitin to Improve Learner Writing. Faculty Connections Webinar, Capella University, October 18, 2016.
Local Presentations / Invitations to Present (USA)
Stewart-Spencer, S., & Brown, A. (2021, May). Impact of Trauma through a Lifespan. Presentation at The Mental Health Center of East Central Kansas DBA Crosswinds Counseling and Wellness [8 hour training].
Stewart-Spencer, S. (2014, February). Communication Restoration. Mothers in PreSchool (MOPS), Wesley Chapel Chapter. February 12, 2014.
Stewart-Spencer, S. (2014, December). Body Language: The importance and impact of nonverbal communication. Women in Leadership at Capella University, December 3, 2014.