Training Program Feedback
Please note: We have included trainees' comments verbatim.
Overall Feedback:
“This has been the best training I have ever been to.
Staff was very informative and kind.
Material was presented
in a way that was easy to understand.”
-- Nicole Kowal, MA, Connecticut
“This 2nd socialization with CBT model was so incredibly useful, enlightening. I got a lot of clear, dense, organized new knowledge, theoretical and practical. I enjoyed every minute of it… really! The experience feeds my (hyperactive) brain and is extremely helpful for me to continue my research / bridge conceptualization of the neurobiology of psychotherapy. I am sure we will be in touch again!”
-- Bernadette Grosjean, MD, California
“Thank you very much! It was worth every mile I have traveled all the way from the
Philippines and worth every cent I invested.”
-- Rene Samaniego, MD, Philippines
“I have never been more excited about anything in a long time (besides my children) – it has been a truly inspiring week. To know that we are all working together to help others suffer less and experience happiness or more happiness is such a testament to the human spirit.”
-- Karen M. Young, MEd, Virginia
“I have benefited from every aspect of the training (role-plays, lectures, live supervision
and watching Dr. Aaron [T.] Beck’s presentation, etc.). All of the presenting staff are very knowledgeable, professional and expert in CT. I have learned so much from all of you, and it inspires and motivates me in my work with my own patients and students. Each staff member has a uniquely effective way of delivering their knowledge and expertise in CT… I am very happy with the experience, with the opportunity to meet people again that I haven’t seen in 10 years, to meet new staff, other professionals from around the world, and also to both learn new things and reaffirm current skills.
Thank you very much!!!”
-- Dr. Emel Stroup, ABPP, ACT, Turkey
“Overall, this was an excellent training experience. I greatly appreciate all the work and thought that goes into preparing and delivering such a comprehensive program. Thank you.”
-- Kimberly Hepner, PhD, California
“The combination of presentations were super, it gave such a broad and rich knowledge base. Any therapist who has the goal of
‘do no harm’ should attend this training.”
-- Wanda (Bo) Smith, MEd, Montana
“The Beck Institute was a wonderful, exciting, educational experience for me
and I would certainly recommend it and would enjoy coming back.”
-- Constance A. Morrison, APRN, MBA, JD, New Hampshire
“I could get really “hands-on” materials… I could watch and feel the real sessions…
I was so amazed by how accessible all staff were and how helpful they were.
It was like a dream, especially being with Dr. Aaron [T. Beck] &
Judith [S.] Beck in the same room, learning from them directly.
I definitely [want to] continue to learn CBT.”
-- Yuko Yamada, MC, Japan
“Overall, the entire week was outstanding. I appreciated also the kindness of all staff. The space here was invitational and organized. I had the impression that we were given as many opportunities that presented themselves in the way of live client sessions, supervision sessions, etc.”
-- Diane Thompson, MA, Connecticut
“This has been one of the best educational experiences
I have had in a very long time – Thank you all.”
-- Simeon Schlossberg, PhD, Maryland
“Very well organized agenda, rich overview. Best training I have had.
Complement of other students added to the richness. Thank you.”
-- Sarah D. O’Brien, MA, MSW, Connecticut
“I left the week feeling truly blessed…I am overwhelmed by the passion of everyone involved in providing [this] program – and I am so excited to continue to grow as a therapist and take back this education to other clinicians in our community. I can’t wait to enter the Extramural Program!
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.”
-- Beth Parker, LCSW Virginia
Feedback about Presenters and Administrative Staff:
Aaron T. Beck, MD
“He’s excellent, he’s the best, he [taught] me a lot [about] how to deal with hard patients, how to stay patient, empathic. I’m glad to have the opportunity to see live therapy with him.”
--Irma Kuhar, MD, Slovenia
“One of the many highlights of [the] week...
Contrary to what I anticipated, Dr. [Aaron T.] Beck [was]
extremely warm, friendly and humorous in session.”
-- Diane B. Thompson, MA, Connecticut
“Wonderful presentation and new information.
Learning from Dr. [Aaron T.] Beck is my treasure.”
-- Yuko Yamada, MC, Japan
“Gentle brilliance, trustworthy leader.
Very useful to
witness his patience and flexibility with difficult client.”
-- Sarah D. O’Brien, MA, MSW, Connecticut
“Great! Emotional experience.”
-- Irit Ben Ari, PhD, Israel
“I was in awe at his ability to connect with each patient in such a truly genuine manner.
His clinical skill was absolutely incredible and helpful.”
-- Beth Parker, LCSW, Virginia
Judith S. Beck, PhD
“It’s such a pleasure to learn from you; you add to the readings
this insight,
the humanity, warmth and consciousness.
You make it very easy to bring the most difficult question
and encourage to get better, more knowledgeable.”
-- Bernadette Grosjean, MD, California
“I liked how she invited questions and made it a
comfortable learning environment.
I knew she was a
great therapist, but what a great teacher.”
-- Simeon Schlossberg, PhD, Maryland
“It’s unbelievable to me, how she can follow the structure of the session, put down the agenda, etc., and not to be too pushy to the patient, with such empathy, patience, cooperation and warmth.”
--Irma Kuhar, MD, Slovenia
“Interesting, great teacher, knowledgeable.”
-- Nancy Feighner, RNC, LMSW, Michigan
“Emphatic and creative – a star. Fabulous pace.”
-- Sarah D. O’Brien, MA, MSW, Connecticut
“The empathy and genuineness Judith [S. Beck] displays
with her clients is so inspiring. Her knowledge she communicated to us was clear, concise and so applicable to every facet of what I do in counseling.
I feel truly blessed to have met her.”
-- Karen M. Young, MEd, Virginia
Leslie Sokol, PhD
“Very outstanding and splendid teaching skills.”
-- Doris Kit Ching Wong, MA, Hong Kong
“Great, love the energy and the different topics.”
-- Wanda Smith, MEd, Montana
“Very clear and hands-on presentation. Learned a lot.
I had so much fun learning from her.”
-- Yuko Yamada, MC, Japan
“She is so sharp and intelligent. Knows CT so well.
Found her presentations to be comprehensive and engaging.”
-- Simeon Schlossberg, PhD, Maryland
“Highly energetic. Excellent in providing feedback to
her supervisee.
I learned a lot from her supervision.”
-- Teresita Corvera, PhD, R.N., California
“…A fabulous teacher – dynamic and energetic.
Covered any type of client or issue we
wanted to discuss. Thank you!”
-- Lisa Lapier, MSW, Virginia
Norman Cotterell, PhD
“Amazing, dynamic instructor! Gave us a lot
of extra time and put himself out for us.”
-- Anders Goranson, BA, New Hampshire
“Great energy, very humorous, quick thinking, very clear.”
-- Nicole Kowal, MA, Connecticut
“… Informative, friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating –
made you feel connected,
wealth of useful practical information.”
-- Constance A. Morrison, APRN, MBA, JD, New Hampshire
“Very energetic presentation that I enjoyed a lot.
How he structured sessions is so impressive.”
-- Yuko Yamada, MC, Japan
“Incredible amount of energy, great generosity with his time,
knowledge, experience, sense of humor, multiple examples very, very useful.”
-- Bernadette Grosjean, MD, California
“Outstanding, very knowledgeable, energetic.”
-- Constance Nemec, M.S., California
Associate Director Naomi Dank, PhD and Administrative Staff:
“Excellent… All staff were helpful with purchasing books,
arranging lunch, answering questions.”
-- Steven Silverstein, PhD, New Jersey
“Great humor and warmth, gave a clear idea of program,
a real pleasure to interact with. Support staff was also very helpful,
especially Bonnie (with directions, etc.).”
-- Anders Goranson, BA, New Hampshire
“Great support.”
-- Irit Ben Ari, PhD, Israel
“Everyone in both the instruction and the administrative staff were very warm,
friendly and humorous (especially Dr. DANK!)”
-- Dr. Emel Stroup, ABPP, ACT, Turkey
“So very nice, helpful, available, efficient, attentive
during the entire week – thanks Naomi! It is such an incredible pleasure
to have this level of simplicity and guest competence and kindness –
thanks to all of the team… I am very touched by the quality /
generosity and openness of all staff.”
-- Bernadette Grosjean, MD, California
“Wonderfully supportive. Naomi’s humor helped me a lot especially in early time
of adjustment. Everyone here was so nice and kind.
I truly appreciate it. Thank you.”
-- Yuko Yamada, MC, Japan
“I’m appreciating Bonnie, who was helpful to me.
She is smiling all the way and very warmly.”
-- Doris Kit Ching Wong, MA, Hong Kong
“Your office staff is competent and gracious – many thanks to them.”
-- Sarah D. O’Brien, MA, MSW, Connecticut
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