Why Aloha Summits
Training
We provide clinical CE training for licensed professionals who are interested in more than just the traditional psychotherapy practice. We offer cutting-edge, evidence-based treatment training that includes holistic and non-traditional approaches. We always include culture and diversity into the training. Our training is engaging and interactive and will ensure that you are expanding your therapy practice and clinical skills both in and outside of the therapy room.
With Aloha Summits, you will learn skills that you can immediately begin to use in your practice while creating relationships that will enrich your lives.
To ensure seamless delivery and housing of your CE certificates, Aloha is proud to partner with CE-GO as a co-sponsor. Ce-Go is APA and NBCC-approved.
Ohana
Come as a learner, leave as part of a community. You will meet like-minded clinicians who will become lifelong friends. This is not just any CE Summit. This is a community of clinicians who want to improve their clinical skills, expand their practices, branch out of the therapy room, and do much more. This is a unique group of therapists, with whom there will be lots of time to play with. From karaoke to sunset cruises, trips to the local craft market, or lounging at the pool sharing stories and laughter; you will find that Aloha Summits is like no other conference you have experienced.
Bringing your family, including your kids is not only welcomed but encouraged!
Presenters
Our licensed clinical presenters will teach CEs in a dynamic and engaging style. The standard way of training is outdated, boring, and too often culturally biased. We pride ourselves in supporting BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clinicians as presenters.
Please reach out to us if you have an interest in presenting at one of our future summits.
Enhance Your Professional Journey
Aloha Summits, hosted by Deeper Diving Retreats and Summits & Adventures, LLC, is where we merge transformative education with rich cultural experiences to advance mental health practices. Our retreats combine holistic, evidence-based training with rich cultural experiences, enabling mental health professionals to enhance their personal and professional growth in one of the world's most beautiful locations.
CE Credit Approval
Our CE credits are APA and NBCC-approved, covering Psychologists, LCSWs, LMFTs, LPMHCs, LPCCs, LMHCs, and Substance Abuse Counselors. Please confirm coverage with your state’s licensing board.
Big Island Community Support
Deeper Diving Retreats, Summits & Adventures, LLC, is dedicated to giving back while on the Big Island. We will support local non-profits through t-shirt sales, arts and crafts, and featuring local artists. All proceeds will benefit chosen community organizations. This year we are contributing to a local shelter that supports women and families impacted by intimate partner violence.
Aloha Summits on the Big Island~kONA~'25
Our Summit Home: The Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa
The Outrigger Resort & Spa, overlooking breathtaking cliffs and the South Pacific Ocean, will be our host in 2025. This beautiful hotel recently had a major renovation. With rooms overlooking either the ocean or the mountainside, you will immediately start to relax in the Aloha energy.
This is an incredible location to learn and come together again for our CE training.
There is a large pool with a water slide (fun for both littles or the inner child), beautiful grounds to walk around, the cliffs to take in the endless ocean view, and there are many activities available to guests.
Please Note:
Discounted room rates are $289 not including tax. The daily resort fee has been waived for our guests.
Room rates and fees are not part of Aloha Summits. They are separate from the Summit fees.
You can book your stay 3 days prior to the summit and 4 days post Summit with your room discount.
Self-Parking for guests is waived. Valet Parking is for a fee.
There is no shuttle to/from the airport.
Discount code for room provided immediately after registration.
The hotel offers additional (for fee) excursions but is offering our guests discounts.
*Luau
*Manta Ray Viewing
*Cultural Tour
*There is a local crafts fair on the grounds of the hotel on Wed and Sat.
*We will have our own mini-crafts fair again, outside the Summit room.
Visit the Outrigger's website for more information
https://www.outrigger.com/hawaii/hawaii-big-island/outrigger-kona-resort-and-spa
There are many things to do on the Big Island:
*There is a great spot for snorkeling less than ten minutes away.
*There is a local park on the ocean where the Honu (sea turtle) lives, approx. 30-minute drive (remember look don't touch!)
*Hilo is approximately 2 hours drive.
*Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park-just before Hilo is a must. This is the home of Pele, the Goddess of Hawai'i. (You can spend the night at the hotel in the park (book very far in advance.)
*Hilo has a fantastic craft/food market.
*Hilo has botanical gardens and so much more
There is off-site Ziplining not associated with the hotel but we will provide that information.
*Mauna Kea Observatory offers an amazing tour of the world's highest mountain/volcano. (https://maunakea.com/)
*Waikoloa is approximately 40 minutes North and has King and Queen's Shopping Plaza for shopping. *There are some incredible beaches in the area and historical sites as well.
Save your receipts for tax purposes.
Discover More
From cutting-edge mental health continuing education to immersive retreats, our summits are designed to enhance both your professional development and personal well-being. Click on the button below to get more details on our summit.